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Fundraising Support Officer

Job Title: Fundraising Support Officer
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Location: Newcastle
Specialisation:
Reference: 925307
Contact Name: Louise Mann
Contact Email: louisem@peoplefusion.com.au
Job Published: February 17, 2025 13:45

Job Description

  • Support life-changing medical research through donor engagement

  • Be the first point of contact for donors and supporters

  • Join a passionate team at HMRI

About the company

As one of Australia’s largest independent health and medical research institutions, HMRI brings together researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, industry and the community with the purpose of transforming health and the well-being of our communities.

Having recently celebrated 25 years of impact, HMRI is actively preparing for a future of growth, establishing themselves as a renowned institution known for groundbreaking discoveries and future focused, state-of-the-art research that meets the needs of the community.

About the Opportunity

HMRI is looking for a Fundraising Support Officer to join the Direct Marketing team within the Research Partnerships group. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for donor and supporter inquiries, ensuring an exceptional supporter experience. Your attention to detail, strong communication skills, and ability to maintain accurate records will be instrumental in helping HMRI achieve its fundraising goals.

Key Responsibilities will include:

  • Provide donation and payment processing support for fundraising campaigns and events

  • Communicate with donors and supporters to manage inquiries and follow-up on contributions

  • Supervise volunteers assisting with office-based fundraising activities

  • Maintain database accuracy, ensuring donor records are up to date in the CRM

  • Support financial processing, including receipting, banking, and record-keeping

  • Assist with general administration for the Partnerships & Development team

About you
You will bring

  • Experience in administration and data entry, with a strong focus on data accuracy

  • Proficiency in fundraising platforms and CRM systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge)

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly over the phone

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

A competitive salary, based on skills and experience, includes attractive salary packaging tax-free benefits available to all HMRI staff.

What’s on Offer?

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team, supporting vital medical research that makes a real difference in people’s lives. A competitive salary, including attractive salary packaging benefits, is available.

How to Apply

To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, including a full Position Description please click here.

To apply, please submit your current resume with a covering letter outlining your motivation for applying and your suitability for the role. To submit, click ‘apply for this job’. We look forward to reviewing your application. Suitable applicants will be contacted to confidentially discuss this role further.  

Applications will close midnight Monday 10th March 2025

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