Australia: National Volunteer Coordinator

Closing date: 10 January 2016

Sydney | International Aid NGO

Full time Position

Islamic Relief Australia is the local presence of an international Humanitarian Aid and Development NGO working in over 50 countries to make a world of difference.

We are looking for a self-motivated, resourceful and creative individual to join our dynamic fundraising team. The post holder will be based in Sydney and will be responsible for providing fundraising expertise and capacity across a number of fundraising programs. They will ensure that Islamic Relief Australia’s message is disseminated on a grass roots level to help create awareness, and as a result, instigate and support community activities to raise money for a specific cause.

The Community Fundraising Coordinator will work closely with the Community Fundraising Manager, the National Fundraising team and the Islamic Relief volunteers, they will be a part of the fundraising department and will play a vital role in achieving the department’s objectives.

The Role:

1. Actively recruit and develop a growing portfolio of prospects interested in developing into committed supporters.
2. Management of existing community fundraising prospects and developing a strong base of holistic support from new and existing groups.
3. To ensure that fundraising activities implemented and managed locally delivers budgets, targets and income in line with overall plans and strategies.
4. Supervise and delegate appropriate logistical tasks to the Community Fundraising Officers in New South Wales, resolve any related logistical issues, making sure that materials and equipment are available.
5. Recruit, co-ordinate and supervise volunteers and volunteer groups within New South Wales. Take a volunteer-led approach in ensuring the effective delivery of fundraising activities locally and representing the organisation at fundraising and other events

The Successful Candidate must have:

– Minimum 3 years’ experience in a community based role, and an appreciation of the values and culture of the not for profit sector.

 Knowledge and understanding of the local area community.

– Previous event management experience.

 Previous supervisory experience.

– Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

 Good presentation, negotiation and networking skills.

 Excellent time management and organisational skills.

 Good computer skills with proficiency in the use of MS packages.

 Previous experience with The Raiser’s Edge CRM system will be highly regarded. 

• Ability to work under pressure, be self-motivating and deliver to target.

 Ability to represent Islamic Relief Australia in a wide range of situations.

– Flexibility and willingness to work outside office hours as the role requires.

 Willingness to travel.

This is a one year fixed-term Full-time position subject to renewal pending satisfactory performance.

Islamic Relief (IR) promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who agree with the IR values together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. We will carry out screening checks and will take out references on your behalf if you are selected.

Please note, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in Australia.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to helping others, please apply online or email your resume and cover letter to HR@islamic-relief.com.au