Community Fundraising and Events Coordinator

About the role – Permanent Part-Time: 30.4 hours per fortnight

The Community Fundraising & Events Coordinator will have the responsibility of coordinating community fundraising and awareness campaigns, build relationships with new and existing donors, raising funds through focusing on key elements within the strategic fundraising plan, and promoting Baptist Care SA’s value proposition. The position also provides key administrative support for general fundraising activities.

Key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Coordinate and facilitate impactful events (eg; Rough Sleep Out event, CEO Annual Business Lunch, Donor engagement and stewardship functions)
• Implement a Fundraising plan for community engagement across Schools, Churches and community groups
• Maintain effective communication across the team on the status of all events in progress
• Ensure events are professionally run and managed and keep abreast of the latest developments/best practices in event management.

About you:

We’re looking for a passionate, organised individual with experience in community engagement, event coordination, and fundraising, ideally within the not-for-profit sector. You’ll bring strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build lasting relationships. A proactive, solution-focused attitude and alignment with our values of respect, compassion, and transparency will make you a great fit for our team.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Tertiary or higher level of qualifications in event management, communications, marketing or similar.
• Experience in a community service or Not for Profit (NFP) environment.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in event management, communications, marketing or similar.
• Completion of Fundraising Institute of Australia (FIA) fundraising or compliance related courses, or similar, will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a busy work environment.

Specific Requirements:

Baptist Care SA is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable people and as such applicants will be considered in accordance with our safety practices and suitability.

You will be required to have, or be willing to obtain: 

• A current and valid DHS: Child-Related Employment Screening/WWCC
• A current and valid National Police Clearance
• Training – Child Safe Environments
• Ability and willingness to travel within South Australia as required
• A valid full South Australian drivers’ license (C Class)

 About us:

Baptist Care SA works collaboratively with South Australians from all walks of life. We provide Camping and Adventure Programs, Disability Services, Homelessness Services, Out of Home Care and Youth, Family and Community Programs. We are committed to finding a way forward for everyone we serve and supporting them to achieve their life goals. We find ways to make people's lives better.

Why work with us?

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.

You’ll also receive:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS Award (Level 4.1) + super
• Salary packaging in addition to increase your take home pay 
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Support cultural and community obligations, including up to five days Paid Cultural Leave

We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please see our website, or reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@baptistcaresa.org.au  for a confidential discussion.

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the closing date – applications may also close before this date.