Gifts in Wills Program Manager
About The Position
The Gifts in Wills Program Manager leads the development, delivery and growth of the Institute’s legacy giving program. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, the role is responsible for identifying and engaging prospective bequest donors, stewarding existing supporters, managing estate administration matters and developing strategies to increase future bequest income. As the Institute’s specialist in legacy giving, the Program Manager works with senior leaders, researchers, donors, professional advisers and volunteers to build a sustainable pipeline of future support. The position is based at the Parkville location and is full-time and permanent. The role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a strategic fundraising program, build relationships with supporters and contribute to the long-term philanthropic future of the Institute. The Florey is the largest brain research centre in the Southern Hemisphere, with a 50-year history and a mission to improve lives through brain and mental health research. It describes its workplace as dynamic and inspiring, with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive culture where people can thrive.
Requirements
- Demonstrated success in gifts in wills, major gifts, philanthropy or relationship fundraising.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Experience managing complex and sensitive donor conversations.
- Strong strategic planning and project management capability.
- Ability to work independently while influencing senior stakeholders.
- High levels of professionalism, empathy and discretion.
- Current valid work rights for Australia.
- The preferred applicant must consent to a police check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience within medical research, higher education, health, philanthropy or the not-for-profit sector.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the Gifts in Wills strategy and annual operational plans.
- Build, manage and grow a pipeline of prospective bequest supporters.
- Cultivate and steward meaningful relationships with donors and their families.
- Design and deliver targeted marketing and engagement initiatives.
- Manage estate administration and associated donor communications.
- Monitor program performance, analyse results and identify growth opportunities.
- Represent the Institute at events, seminars and networking activities.
- Provide strategic advice and reporting to senior leaders and governance groups.
Benefits
- Salary packaging.
- Up to 17% superannuation.
- Opportunity to lead and grow a strategic philanthropy program with significant impact.
- Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with donors and professional advisers.
- Work alongside researchers and fundraising professionals.
- Contribute to discoveries and outcomes that improve lives for generations.
- Dynamic and inspiring workplace with opportunities to develop your career.
- Inclusive workplace culture committed to diversity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
