About AWC:

Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is a global leader in conservation, providing hope for Australia’s wildlife with a science-informed, land management partnership approach which delivers high impact results. We protect endangered wildlife across 12.9 million hectares in iconic regions such as the Kimberley, Cape York, the Top End and Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre. AWC is transforming conservation on the ground by deploying a practical, science-based model for conservation - one that is successfully halting the decline of Australia’s threatened wildlife and restoring our unique biodiversity.  With 1,800 animals and plants now threatened with extinction there is a real urgency to do more. We have ambitious plans to secure the future of Australia’s biodiversity and we are now expanding our fundraising team to help us achieve our vision.  

AWC's mission - to deliver effective conservation for all native animal species and their habitats - is achieved by:

• Operations - delivering effective large-scale land management including fire management, feral animal control, weed control and infrastructure management. 
• Science - delivering the largest national biological survey program with a focus on measuring the population of indicator species and the extent of threatening processes as well as conducting research on key issues such as feral cat control. 
• Fundraising - mobilising finance (primarily, tax deductible donations) from the general public and philanthropists including through effective communication of field updates from around the AWC estate.  

About the role:

Reporting to the National Manager, Fundraising Programs, the successful candidate will join our growing Development (fundraising) team. The successful candidate will engage with our existing and potential supporters, thanking them for their support and inspiring them to help fund AWC’s mission and vision. A key factor of the role is being comfortable directly asking donors to make a financial investment in AWC. This role will suit a passionate individual keen to make a positive impact on the future of Australia's threatened wildlife by mobilising philanthropic support. 

The Telephone Fundraiser will demonstrate:

• Relevant experience is essential 
• Experience in direct fundraising is desirable but not essential as ongoing coaching and support will be provided.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and persuasive skills with a confident telephone manner.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and inspire a diverse audience.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Drive and motivation to deliver ongoing results and meet targets.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use database systems and spreadsheets.
• Ability to work flexible hours as key requirement of the role.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of support care.
• Experience in working for charity or not-for-profit organisations (desirable)

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, innovative and extremely successful organisation that is playing a key role in shaping the future of conservation in Australia. The position is based at AWC’s Perth office (Subiaco) and offered on a casual basis.

To view the detailed position description for this role, click here: Telephone Fundraiser

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 for the internship program. Sponsorship is not available.
2. 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.
3. 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, your 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.