Fundraising Coordinator

Barnardos Aotearoa; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Discounted childcare

Professional development opportunities

Family-friendly policies

Competitive salary

Job summary

Barnardos Aotearoa in Wellington is seeking a dedicated fundraising support role to help across grants, trusts, foundations and community fundraising. The position is permanent, 40 hours per week, based in our Wellington National Office, and offers the chance to work with a passionate team improving outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi.

You will coordinate across fundraising streams, support donor relationships and ensure timely delivery of funding applications and accountability documents, while

Qualifications

• previous fundraising experience
• balance multiple priorities to meet deadlines and revenue targets
• solid writing and communication skills and the ability to work independently
• written and oral communication with a warm, professional telephone manner
• team player who engages with others and contributes to culture
• enjoy building and maintaining strong relationships

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Trust and Grants Fundraiser to support Barnardos fundraising program.
• Research Barnardos projects needing funding and build a compelling case for support; ensure accountability docs are prepared and submitted on time.
• Processing and administration support for the Barnardos Managed Funds and Max e-Grants.
• Provide community fundraising support to interested parties wanting to support the work of Barnardos
• Support the wider fundraising team and be a point of contact for all donors and provide excellent supporter care.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Deadline management

Written communication

Oral communication

Telephone manner

Team collaboration

Job description

Do you have strong attention to detail, strive for accuracy and efficiency in all that you do, and get satisfaction from providing exceptional customer service?

Wouldthe prospect ofsupporting donors to help children in New Zealand get you out of bedin the morning?

This role is pivotal in providing support across a number of different areas of fundraising and our commitment to fundraising growth.

You willwork with amazing, passionate people and a team who are all dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of tamariki.

This permanent role is 40 hours per week based in our Wellington National Office.

You'll get to know our diverse organisation closely by working across a variety of different areas of fundraising, including grants, trust and foundations, providing community fundraising support and through working alongside our major donor, corporate and legacy managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Trust and Grants Fundraiser in efforts to support and enhance Barnardos fundraising program.
• Research Barnardos projects requiring funding and build a compelling case for support; and ensure accountability documents are prepared and submitted on time.
• Processing and administration support for the Barnardos Managed Funds and Max e-Grants.
• Provide community fundraising support to interested parties wanting to support the work of Barnardos
• Support the wider fundraising team and be a point of contact for all donors and provide excellent supporter care.

Skills and experience

Our ideal candidate will be bursting with enthusiasm, confidence and be keen to help our people have the support needed to have a real and positive impact on the livelihoods of tamariki and rangatahi. Ideally you will:

• have previous fundraising experience
• thrive on balancing multiple priorities to meet deadlines, cope well under pressure and achieve revenue targets
• use your solid writing and communication skills and the ability to work independently to achieve great outcomes
• Be skilled in both written and oral communication, and have a warm and professional telephone manner
• be a team player, keen to engage with others, seek opinions and guidance and contribute positively to our team and organisational culture.
• Enjoy building and maintaining strong and positive relationships

Embody our values

• Kotahitanga (unity): Cultivate a sense of belonging through meaningful relationships with tamariki, rangatahi, colleagues, and the wider community
• Mahi tōtika (excellence): Demonstrate unwavering integrity and purpose in all aspects of your work, striving for the highest standards of care
• Kaikōkiritanga (innovation): Drive positive change with creativity, constantly seeking new and effective ways to support tamariki and rangatahi
• Āta whakarongo (active listening): Let tamariki and rangatahi voices shape your approach, ensuring their perspectives are central to decision-making
• Māiatanga (empowerment): Nurture growth and unlock potential in tamariki, rangatahi, and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development

Why choose Barnardos

• Join a respected NGO with over 55 years of impact in child welfare and advocacy
• Grow alongside supportive colleagues with ample professional development opportunities
• Enjoy family-friendly policies, including flexible work arrangements where possible
• Benefit from discounted childcare at Barnardos Early Learning centres
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

About Barnardos Aotearoa

Barnardos Aotearoa is a children’scharityworking withtamarikiand whānau to ensure every child in Aotearoahas the opportunity tothrive, no matter their circumstances. Our unique combination of social services, early learning, careservicesand counselling helplineprovidesthe broadest range of childandwhānau-centred services inAotearoa.

Each year, we work with more than 30,000tamariki,rangatahiand whānau across the country.

If you would like a copy of the position description, please email***********@barnardos.org.nz