Major Giving Coordinator

Job Description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Youth Off The Streets provided pay range This range is provided by Youth Off The Streets. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range A$85,000.00/yr - A$90,000.00/yr About Our Organisation: Youth Off The Streets is a not-for-profit youth organisation that provides safety, support and opportunities for young people to build a positive future. We offer crisis accommodation and housing services, alternative high school education, alcohol and other drugs counselling, youth justice support, life skills and employment programs, cultural support and community engagement, among other services. We focus on early interventions that empower young people and strengthen communities. The Role: The Major Giving Coordinator is a key role within the Individual Giving team responsible for driving the growth of major giving income in 2025 and beyond. In this dynamic role, you'll be responsible for stewarding and soliciting existing high value donors, acquiring new major donor prospects, and contributing to the development and maintenance a robust Major Giving pipeline. You will work closely with the Major Gifts Manager and Individual Giving Senior Manager to manage the high value donor segments of Youth Off The Streets’ fundraising appeals, plan and execute impactful major donor events, including the establishment and management of a high value giving circle. You’ll provide a donor-centric experience that inspires repeat high value giving and increases overall contributions, aligning with broader fundraising and organisational goals. Key Responsibilities: Work with the Senior Individual Giving Manager and Major Gifts Manager to meet annual fundraising targets by implementing effective major donor strategies. Develop and execute an acquisition strategy to attract new prospects and secure new major gifts from individuals and private trusts and foundations. Conduct comprehensive research on known and potential high net worth supporters using the YOTS database and other sources. Leverage this research to identify and convert potential donors from the existing donor base, upgrading them from mid-level giving to major giving. Work closely with Youth Off The Streets services to gather information for reports and conversations with donors to demonstrate the impact of their giving. Manage major donor events, briefings and site visits. Secure matched funding from existing and new major donors to support seasonal appeals and Youth Off The Streets’ annual giving day. Actively manage gift solicitation conversations and meetings with mid and high value donors with a view to increasing their giving frequency and gift amounts. Provide regular detailed reports on program performance. Work closely with the broader fundraising and marketing team to develop marketing materials for prospective major donors and identify opportunities for relationship development, ensuring a streamlined donor experience. Selection Criteria, includes but is not limited to: Major Giving Experience: Proven experience in a similar fundraising role, achieving income targets. Relationship Building: Demonstrated expertise in successfully initiating and stewarding relationships with prospects and donors. Event Management: Proven success in planning and executing events. Fundraising Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the Australian philanthropic giving environment and best practice fundraising principles. Database Proficiency: Excellent knowledge and experience working with databases/CRMs. Blackbaud CRM: Experience in using Blackbaud CRM. Digital: knowledge and experience with digital fundraising platforms. Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, or a related field. Skills and knowledge: People-Centric Approach: The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication skills across all levels and excel in building strong relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Organised and Self-Driven: This role demands a highly organised and self-motivated individual, committed to achieving long-term results that align with Youth Off The Streets' overarching mission and Strategic Plan. Passionate Advocate: The candidate must be deeply passionate about Youth Off The Streets and dedicated to supporting and empowering young people. Innovative: This role demands a forward-thinking individual who can leverage innovation to propel growth. What we can offer you: A supportive team environment Career progression and development pathways EAP for yourself and your family Salary packaging up to $15,900 Rewards and benefits program To Apply Please ensure you enclose a copy of your resume with your contact details and cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages maximum): At Youth Off The Streets, diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our DNA. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our people. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. Youth off The Streets is an EEO Employer and a child safe organisation. YOTS is committed to providing a safe environment where all children and young people are treated with respect and are protected from harm. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. This is a rare opportunity to join a passionate and high profile not for profit organisation that values the current youth of today and the youth of tomorrow. The successful candidate will be requested to submit applications for a NSW Working With Children Check and Police Check. You will also be required to have a valid Australian Drivers Licence and unrestricted Australian working rights. We encourage people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply for this position. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Other and Public Relations Industries Individual and Family Services, Philanthropic Fundraising Services, and Fundraising #J-18808-Ljbffr