About AWC

AWC is a pragmatic global conservation leader, restoring landscapes and providing hope for Australian wildlife. Guided by science, AWC delivers measurable conservation impacts at scale to secure the future of our most endangered species.

At AWC we are inspired by the unparalleled richness of Australia’s wildlife and we are united by our determination to protect its unique animals and landscapes. It is our mission to effectively conserve all Australian wildlife and habitats and our vision is for a world where Australia’s biodiversity is valued and effectively conserved by an engaged community. 

The delivery of AWC’s mission is highly reliant on all AWC working collaboratively with each other as a cohesive, engaged, collaborative, high performing group guided by strong, effective leaders. 

AWC’s work is guided by the following values. At AWC, we are:

• Accountable – taking ownership of our actions and outcomes
• Informed – working together to acquire and apply evidence, knowledge and experience
• Respectful – demonstrating care, recognition and integrity 
• Dedicated – committed to delivering effective outcomes, with resilience and tenacity
• Innovative – applying creative thinking for effective solutions
• Sustainable – delivering long-term financial and ecological viability. 

About the Role

Do you believe Australia’s extraordinary wildlife is worth fighting for? At Australian Wildlife Conservancy, every fundraising appeal, donor conversation and community fundraising initiative helps protect endangered species and restore the landscapes they depend on. As our Fundraising Programs Associate, you will play a vital role in inspiring supporters to take action for nature, helping to grow the funding that makes our conservation work possible. If you are passionate about wildlife, thrive on bringing projects to life, and want your work to deliver tangible outcomes for some of Australia’s most threatened species, we invite you to join us on this journey.

The delivery of AWC’s mission is highly reliant on all AWC collaborating with each other under a model called OneAWC. OneAWC is defined as ‘a cohesive, engaged, collaborative, high performing group guided by strong, effective leaders. A group of people who all understand AWC’s mission, vision, and their role in contributing to the achievement of mission and vision, all connected and working towards a common purpose, guided by a set of shared values.’ 

This is an exciting permanent full-time opportunity where you will be contributing to the growth of AWC’s donor pipeline by coordinating the fundraising appeals and community fundraising programs. Reporting to the National Manager, Fundraising Programs and working collaboratively with the associated AWC team members, this is a hands-on role where you will be project managing the appeals process, as well as actioning internal/external processes; plus, regularly engaging with supporters. This role will also be responsible for coordinating AWC’s future community fundraising strategy. This position plays a crucial role in driving AWC's mission by coordinating direct marketing appeal campaigns and supporting community-based fundraising initiatives.

Critical Competencies

• A passionate and genuine interest in the conservation of Australia’s wildlife and their habitats.
• Experience working in an integrated fundraising program, or comparable role. 
• Outstanding communication skills, with an emphasis on best practice fundraising practices.
• The ability to clearly convey an organisational mission and inspire support for that mission amongst a wide variety of stakeholders. 
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills, including the ability to manage multiple simultaneous appeals to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated experience segmenting and analysing data to maximise business objectives.
• Proven experience in coordinating direct marketing and/or community fundraising campaigns, ideally within the not-for-profit sector.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and fundraising platforms.
• A collaborative attitude and experience in working with cross-functional teams.
• A strong commitment to wildlife conservation and supporting AWC's mission.
• A strong work ethic including a willingness to travel, as well as extended hours and weekends as required.

PLEASE NOTE: This position is available to candidates Australia-wide and can be performed remotely. 

To view the detailed position description for this role, click here: Fundraising Programs Associate

Join our Journey

Take the leap and start your next adventure with the AWC!  AWC reserves the right to start screening applicants and interviewing throughout the recruitment process. 

Initial enquiries: employment@australianwildlife.org

Applications: To submit an application, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts to complete an online application form. Your application must include CV and covering letter, briefly addressing the critical competencies listed in the detailed job description attachment.

Please note: 

1. Applicants must be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or have a suitable visa in place in order to apply. Sponsorship is not available.
2. Applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment checks, which may include a national police clearance, online medical and a values-based assessment. Please note that the cost of the police check is the responsibility of the applicant.
3. If you apply for this role, AWC will include you in its ongoing updates and communications about its events, activities and fundraising initiatives. You may opt out of these communications at any time.
4. Any application submitted to AWC will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available at www.australianwildlife.org/privacy-policy. By providing us with your contact details, you consent to receive communications and direct educational material will remain current until you advise us otherwise.

AWC is a welcoming and inclusive organisation that invites individuals from diverse backgrounds, such as those who identify as First Nations and Torres Strait Islander, individuals with disabilities, the LGBTIQA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and those from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, to apply for the opportunity. AWC values and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves, and where a range of perspectives, cultures, and voices are respected and recognised as a key part to the success of AWC. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must also have the right to live and work in Australia.