Are you seeking a casual role that uses your administration and organisational skills for good?

You could be Tearfund’s new Donor Engagement Coordinator.
● An opportunity to work with one of Australia’s most-loved international development agencies
● Use your superb administration and organisational skills to help donors prepare for life-changing visits to Tearfund’s international partners
● Support our passionate fundraising team in the delivery of outstanding events.

About Tearfund:

Tearfund is a Christian development, relief and advocacy organisation responding to global poverty and injustice. We work in partnership with local Christian agencies to end poverty, challenge inequality and build sustainable communities. We go where the need is greatest, acting with courage to tackle injustice so that all may experience fullness of life.

To work at Tearfund is to live out your vocation; a space where your faith, passion for justice and skills intersect. Tearfund offers you the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need it the most. As part of the Tearfund team, you are part of a movement which works toward a just and compassionate world in which all people can achieve their God-given potential.

Tearfund offers a friendly and flexible work environment, generous salary packaging benefits, and the challenge to grow and explore in your faith and justice journey.

About the role
When you are successful in this role, you’ll have the joy of seeing people participate in life-changing field visits with Tearfund’s partners. You’ll be positioned in the heart of Tearfund’s passionate fundraising team and working closely with supporters to get them ready for the trip of a lifetime.
You’ll also be using your first-rate administration skills to help the team deliver memorable events alongside Tearfund’s passionate fundraising team.
This casual role (approximately 10-12 hours per week, likely spread across two days) will play a critical part in Tearfund’s engagement with supporters now and into the future.

Position Location: A mix of in office at Blackburn, Melbourne (with hybrid possibilities depending on business needs)

What this role will require…
o The provision of strategic and administrative support to Tearfund’s fundraising team in the delivery of well-run supporter engagement events.
o The overseeing of Tearfund’s pre-departure processes and compliance for supporters visiting Tearfund partners internationally.

Is this you? To be successful in this role, you will have;
● Outstanding administrative skills and ability to prioritise multiple deadlines.
● Strong interpersonal skills.
● Experience working proactively amongst a small team.
● Ability to identify gaps and implement strategies for improvement.
● Commitment to following processes and ensuring compliance
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills and to ensure compliance with organisational policies.
For the full Position Description including the closing date, please refer to the listing on our careers page here.

How to apply:
To apply, send us your CV to [email protected]
In a short cover letter, tell us:
– Why Tearfund? How do your values align with ours?
– Why the role resonates with you
– How your experience aligns with the role requirements in the position description

NOTE: Short-listing of candidates will commence prior to the closure of this role, so please do not delay submitting your application.

Enquiries: Please contact Ben Allsop on Ph: 03 9264 7000
Tearfund Australia’s recruitment and selection procedures and checks reflect our commitment to the well-being and protection of children and vulnerable adults. Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, such as a National Police Check and/or a Working With Children Check. COVIDSafe office requirements also apply. You also need to have the right to work in Australia and the ability to speak English well.
We seek to be a diverse workplace, in which people of many cultural and linguistic backgrounds, genders, ages and abilities work together and are equally appreciated and respected. People with disabilities and neuro diverse abilities, are encouraged to apply for Tearfund roles and can receive assistance with aspects of the recruitment process, by contacting our People and Culture Partner, Stephanie via [email protected] or on 03 9264 7000.
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