Marketing and Fundraising Team Leader
Job No:
BHA30
Location:
Melbourne
Bush Heritage Australia is seeking a Marketing and Fundraising Team Leader to join the Engagement team.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australia’s unique wildlife and habitat.
- Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservation organisation.
- Flexible but Melbourne location preferred
- Full time ongoing
- We have partnered with NGO Recruitment to fill this vacancy - APPLY HERE
About us
For over 30 years we’ve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term, landscape scale impact. As a national, not-for-profit, we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners, listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.
Together we can heal and protect the bush, now and into the future.
About the role
Are you passionate about making a difference for nature? Do you have a knack for storytelling and making strategies to connect with different audiences? Join our Engagement Team and dive into a role where you'll lead the charge in amplifying our brand and boosting donor support. As the Marketing Team Leader, you'll work closely with our stakeholders, guiding our marketing and fundraising efforts to captivate the right audiences and elevate our cause.
Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Manager, you’ll steer our marketing strategies, oversee content creation, and provide direction and support a talented team. You’ll manage our Digital Marketing Officer, and two key roles in fundraising – our Regular Giving Coordinator and Individual Giving Coordinator.
We’re looking for a hands-on, inspiring leader who thrives on driving results and expanding our brand across various channels. Your mission: to lead a high-energy team to meet revenue targets and grow our impact!
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What you'll need to succeed
- A proven track record of inspiring leadership, whether you've led a team or worked with diverse stakeholder groups.
- Experience in crafting and executing marketing strategies and hitting those ambitious goals.
- Deep understanding of marketing channels and tools, from digital marketing and social media to EDM.
- Knowledge of fundraising strategies and their impact within a non-profit setting.
- Strong project management skills, with a knack for planning and executing marketing initiatives.
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Passion for data with an insights-driven approach to marketing and fundraising.
- A strategic mindset paired with analytical skills.
- Genuine enthusiasm for nature conservation and alignment with the values of Bush Heritage.
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Excellent organizational skills and experience in managing team workflows efficiently.
- Strong writing skills, with experience in crafting and editing compelling content.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
What sets us apart
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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible hours and the option to work from home or hybrid if you're in Melbourne.
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Generous Leave: Access to 20 days personal leave per year, available from day one. Plus, cultural and gender transition leave.
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Inclusive Environment: Join our Employee Resource Groups for women, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent individuals, and a fun social group for bird lovers.
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Professional Growth: Benefit from LinkedIn Learning and other development activities.
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Equitable Parental Leave:12 weeks of paid leave to all parents.
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Support for Remote Staff: We offer an education allowance for kids, additional annual leave and possible casual work arrangements for partners.
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Wellbeing Perks: Access to support and counselling via our Employee Assistance Program and enjoy free Headspace app access.
- Modern Office: Our new Melbourne office in Docklands features state-of-the-art facilities and a gym.
How to apply
We have partnered with NGO Recruitment for this role. Please apply here
Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.
Evidence shows that applicants from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't feel they meet all the requirements of the job – unlike candidates from majority backgrounds who might fulfil less requirements.
We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested: we strive to build more diverse teams with your unique experience!
Ready to lead, inspire, and make a real impact for Australia's unique environment? Apply now.
