About usÌý
Trust for Nature is a not-for-profit conservation organisation that works to protect native plants and wildlife in cooperation with private landholders. Created in 1972 under the Victorian Conservation Trust Act 1972 (Vic), Trust for Nature has a proud history of working across the government, not-forÌýprofitÌýand private sectors to achieve permanent protection of important conservation land across Victoria. Ìý
About theÌýroleÌý
We are seeking a Relationship ManagerÌýfor Bequest and Land Donations to join our passionate andÌýpurpose‑drivenÌýteam.ÌýThe role offers an opportunity to use your talents to help prevent species extinction and protect private land in Victoria forever.ÌýÌý
In this role youÌýwill work closely with ourÌýSenior Relationship ManagerÌýto grow andÌýnurtureÌýTrust for Nature’s relationships with covenantors, donors and partners who would like to give cash and or non-cash (land) in support of our work.ÌýÌý
Regular travel throughout regional Victoria is a core requirement of the roleÌýto haveÌýface-to-faceÌývisits toÌýsupport complex legacy and land conversations.Ìý
To read more about the responsibilities of the role, please refer to theÌýPosition Description.Ìý
What’sÌýon offerÌý
This is aÌýtwo‑yearÌýfixed‑termÌýposition, offered on aÌýpart‑timeÌýbasis at 0.60ÌýorÌý0.80 FTE, with flexible working arrangements supported.Ìý
The roleÌýoperatesÌýin a hybrid model, combining work from home withÌýface‑to‑faceÌýdays andÌýstakeholder visits throughout Victoria.Ìý
The annual base salary range isÌý$79,517 to $90,220Ìýplus 12% superannuation. This is theÌýpro‑rataÌýsalary based on 0.80 FTE.ÌýÌý
About youÌý
We are looking for someone who is passionate about conservation and brings strong interpersonal skills, professional judgement and perspective gained through substantial relevant and relatableÌýexperience.ÌýÌý
In this role, you willÌýsupport stakeholdersÌýthrough discussions that include long-term planning, legacy considerations and sensitive financial or personal matters. Your ability to relate authenticallyÌýand build trust over time will be critical to your success.Ìý
The successful candidate will bring:Ìý
- At least 3-5 years’ experience in aÌýsimilarÌýfundraisingÌýroleÌý
- Demonstrable success implementing the principles of best practice legacy fundraising and relationship management.ÌýÌý
- Ability to build rapport and credibility andÌýmaintainÌýpositive, trusted relationships to support long-term engagement.Ìý
- Ability to advise, influence and engage stakeholders sensitively and with patience.Ìý
- The ability to use a database or Customer Relationship Management system. (Knowledge of Salesforce would be ideal.)ÌýÌý
- This position requires a Driver’s licenseÌýandÌýwillingnessÌýtoÌýtravel.ÌýÌý
HowÌýtoÌýapplyÌýÌý
PleaseÌýsubmitÌýa cover letter along with your resume viaÌýour recruitment platform.ÌýÌý
Applications without a personalised cover letter will not be considered.ÌýÌý
We intend to move quickly with this role and will be reviewing applications as they are received, applications willÌýofficially closeÌýonÌýSunday, 31 May andÌýinterviews willÌýtake placeÌýthe week after.Ìý
Trust for Nature is dedicated to gender equality,ÌýdiversityÌýand inclusivity. We are continually working to build an inclusive and culturally safe workplace. We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ people and CALD people.Ìý
Please note, a National Police CheckÌýis required toÌýbe conducted as part of the selection process. Our practices are inclusive and based on equal opportunity principles. A positive result from a police check would onlyÌýprecludeÌýemployment in certain circumstances.ÌýIf you need furtherÌýinformation,ÌýpleaseÌýemail us at recruitment@tfn.org.au
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