Fundraising and Data Specialist - Raiser's Edge (Part Time)

Impact Advising; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Impact Advising is partnering with a national charity to recruit a Fundraising and Data Specialist to own Raiser's Edge, drive data reporting and develop more efficient fundraising processes. The role is part-time, 3–4 days a week, with flexible days and Melbourne/Sydney/Brisbane location options.

You will lead data governance, build dashboards and collaborate with the fundraising team to optimize campaigns and donor insights. A strong not-for-profit background is desirable.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with Raiser’s Edge in fundraising data
• Ability to build clear fundraising dashboards and reports
• Strong data management, segmentation and query skills
• Experience in not-for-profit fundraising operations
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of Raiser’s Edge, ensuring effective database management, data integrity and ongoing optimisation.
• Develop and improve fundraising dashboards, reporting and data analysis to support informed decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve fundraising processes, streamline workflows and strengthen operational efficiencies.
• Manage data imports, exports, segmentation and complex queries to support fundraising campaigns and appeals.
• Lead systems improvement projects, including opportunities to automate supporter communications and integrate fundraising and email platforms.
• Provide training, guidance and ongoing support to fundraising team members to build confidence and capability in using Raiser’s Edge.
• Oversee gift processing, data governance and reconciliation processes, working collaboratively with the Finance team.
• Proactively analyse fundraising performance, identify trends and provide recommendations to improve supporter engagement and fundraising outcomes.

Skills

Raiser’s Edge

Data reporting

Data dashboards

Not-for-profit experience

Data management

Tools

Funraisin

Campaign Monitor

WordPress

Job description

Fundraising and Data Specialist - Raiser's Edge (Part Time)

• Take ownership of Raiser’s Edge, data reporting and operational improvements
• Newly created role with the opportunity to shape and improve fundraising systems and processes
• Sydney based preferred (Melbourne and Brisbane will also be considered)
• Part-time opportunity, working 3 or 4 days per week, with flexibility around working days

Impact of the organisation

Impact Advising is delighted to be partnering with a well-established national charity that supports Australian families through some of life's most challenging circumstances.

Impact of the role

As the fundraising team continues to grow, an exciting opportunity has been created for an experienced Fundraising and Data Specialist to take ownership of its fundraising database, improve reporting capabilities and drive greater efficiencies across the team.

This is a newly created position offering the opportunity to make a real impact on how fundraising data, systems and processes are managed across the organisation.

With Raiser’s Edge implemented recently, there is an exciting opportunity to build on the existing foundations, strengthen reporting capabilities and introduce more efficient processes to support the growing fundraising team.

Working closely with Fundraising and the broader team, you will be the internal Raiser’s Edge expert, taking ownership of the database and identifying opportunities to improve how data is captured, analysed and used to inform fundraising decisions.

This role will suit someone who enjoys problem-solving, can work autonomously and is motivated by the opportunity to drive improvements rather than simply maintain existing processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Take ownership of Raiser’s Edge, ensuring effective database management, data integrity and ongoing optimisation.
• Develop and improve fundraising dashboards, reporting and data analysis to support informed decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve fundraising processes, streamline workflows and strengthen operational efficiencies.
• Manage data imports, exports, segmentation and complex queries to support fundraising campaigns and appeals.
• Lead systems improvement projects, including opportunities to automate supporter communications and integrate fundraising and email platforms.
• Provide training, guidance and ongoing support to fundraising team members to build confidence and capability in using Raiser’s Edge.
• Oversee gift processing, data governance and reconciliation processes, working collaboratively with the Finance team.
• Proactively analyse fundraising performance, identify trends and provide recommendations to improve supporter engagement and fundraising outcomes.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for an experienced fundraising database professional who is confident working with Raiser’s Edge and enjoys finding practical solutions to improve systems and processes.

You will be someone who can see the bigger picture, anticipate what information the fundraising team needs and take initiative to implement improvements.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Demonstrated experience managing and optimising Raiser’s Edge ideally within a fundraising environment.
• Strong technical skills across data management, reporting, segmentation, imports, exports and complex queries.
• Experience developing dashboards and translating fundraising data into meaningful insights.
• An understanding of fundraising operations, supporter journeys and data management best practices.
• Experience improving processes, implementing new workflows or supporting systems integration projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities independently.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to support and upskill colleagues with varying levels of technical experience.
• Proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable taking ownership of your work, with the confidence to identify what needs improving and make it happen.
• Experience with platforms such as Funraisin, Campaign Monitor or WordPress would be advantageous, as would previous experience working within a not-for-profit organisation

Impact Advising is committed to creating diverse and inclusive work environments that reflect the rich tapestry of our communities. We believe that diversity enriches organisations and fosters innovation. We are dedicated to building workforces that are representative of the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our society.We strongly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds, including people with lived or living experience of refugee backgrounds. We value a range of experiences, perspectives and career pathways. We actively seek to foster inclusive workplaces where all employees can bring their whole selves to work, feel respected and valued, and have equal opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to providing a fair and unbiased recruitment process, and we strive to eliminate any barriers that may impede the inclusion and participation of underrepresented groups in the workforce.