Philanthropy Supporter Specialist

• Darwin, NT
  
• Permanent
  
• Full time: 37.5 hours per week (0.8 considered)
  
• Remuneration: SCHADS Level 5.1 $98,100+ 10% super+ 17.5% Annual Leave Loading

The Environmental Defenders Office Ltd is the largest and most impactful environmental law centre in the Australia Pacific. We are dedicated to protecting our climate, communities and shared environment by providing access to justice, running ground-breaking litigation, and leading law reform advocacy.

EDO has offices in each state and territory and enables remote working. As such, this role can be based anywhere in Australia.

Role Summary

We are seeking a passionate, committed and experienced individual to manage the administration of our philanthropic programs during this critical decade for nature and climate.

The Philanthropy Supporter Specialist is part of EDO’s Philanthropy team within Fundraising, Marketing and Communications {FMC). Through philanthropy we raise sustainable income to support the unlimited potential of EDO. We connect donors with the power of the law, and together we meet the most urgent challenges of our time by defending nature, climate and communities.

Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy and supporting the work of the two Senior Philanthropy Specialists and Philanthropy and Bequest Specialist, this role contributes to meeting EDO’s income targets through providing timely and accurate operations support for the philanthropy team.

To achieve this, you will work closely with all philanthropy staff, FMC’s data specialist, and the broader FMC team, managing the philanthropic administration relating to Trusts, Foundations and individual donors.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

• 3 years’ philanthropy, finance, office management, or administration experience.
• High degree of technical proficiency and confidence with Windows 10, Salesforce {or other donor management databases), and project management software.
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication and customer service skills, with the ability to foster positive, effective relationships.
• Demonstrated experience handling confidential information with high levels of discretion and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with a high-performing team in a collaborative environment, with a commitment to EDO’s values and upholding a positive work culture.
  

Desirable:

• Previous experience in the philanthropy or fundraising sectors.
• Previous experience coordinating events.

General:

• All staff have a responsibility to:
  • Develop and maintain a good knowledge of EDO’s role and policies.
  • Represent EDO in a positive and effective manner by actively demonstrating EDO Values.
  • Attend, and contribute actively and constructively at staff meetings.
  • Maintain appropriate records, assist with office administration, such as files, computer and precedent systems.
  • Seek opportunities for personal and professional development, particularly related to the team and position’s specific areas of responsibility.
  • Respond to requests by clients and fellow staff in a knowledgeable, professional, constructive and respectful manner.
  • Provide accurate and timely data and information for reporting, fundraising and communications purposes.

OUR CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

• We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage.
• The chance to be part of the largest environmental legal practice in the Australia-Pacific.
• A very flexible and family-friendly workplace.
• Option to work from home and the office.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 15 Days Personal/carer’s leave.
• Extra leave over the Christmas period.
• Access to EAP.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• EDO proudly has a JEDI (Justice, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion), and a Mental Health Ambassador Committee, and is developing a First Nations Indigenous Peoples Program with the aid of indigenous­ led consultancies.

OUR VALUES:

Commitment – We are committed to; a united organisation, to each other, to collaboration, to justice, to our communities and to creating a world where nature thrives.

Diversity – We are respectful of and welcome diversity of staff, volunteers, offices, environmental regions, communities, stakeholders.

Integrity – We work effectively, efficiently, strategically, professionally, and ethically; “justice is in our nature”.

Vision – We lead change and environmental empowerment using innovation, creativity, and courage.

Other Information

• The successful applicant will be subject to a six-month probationary period
• There may be occasions where work will need to be completed outside the normal working hours for which overtime is not additionally compensated. Employees can take it as Time Off in Lieu {TOIL) instead of financial payment for hours worked.
• This position is available to candidates with the Right to work in Australia.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should include a current CV with two professional referees; a cover letter no more than one page; and responses to the Key Selection Criteria demonstrating relevant experience of no more than two pages. Applications which do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.

The Key Selection Criteria show the minimum essential requirements of the position. The desirable criteria outline additional attributes which would enable the successful candidate to perform the role more effectively; they are not essential but may be used to distinguish between applicants during the shortlisting process.

All offers of employment may be subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check, disclosure of previous or current disciplinary action, referee checks, proof of eligibility to work in Australia and qualification checks.

EDO particularly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, workers of all ages, people living with disabilities and people who identify as LGBTQIA+.

For confidential enquiries please contact Annemarie Kohn, Head of Philanthropy on 0423 126 820 or [email protected] using the subject line: Philanthropy Supporter Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications should be submitted by clicking Apply Now.