Relationship Manager

Relationship Manager

Join us at the Australian Museum and help us to achieve our Mission to ignite wonder inspire debate and drive change.

About the Role

Help turn a shared passion for the Australian Museum into lasting impact. As Relationship Manager you will manage and grow a portfolio of major donors prospective supporters and foundations connecting them with meaningful opportunities to support the Museums work.

You will nurture donor relationships develop tailored proposals and grant applications and deliver thoughtful stewardship through communications events and impact reporting. Working with teams across the Museum you will help secure major gifts and grow sustainable philanthropic support for the future.

Employment Status:

• Clerk Grade 7/8
• Fixed term up to 2 years
• Full-time

You will be paid a competitive totalremunerationpackage of $132773 - $146972 including an annual salary of $116981- $129492 plus employers contribution to superannuation (currently 12%) and annual leave loading.

Click on the following links to begin the journey to find your new career at the AM

• Role Description
• AM Candidate Pack

About you

You believe strong relationships can create meaningful change. With warmth curiosity and purpose you build trust understand what inspires people to give and connect supporters with opportunities that matter to them.

You are an engaging communicator who can turn ambitious ideas into compelling proposals and donor stories. Collaborative organised and thoughtful you bring sound judgement initiative and a genuine commitment to creating an exceptional donor experience.

To be eligible for this role at the Australian Museum you must hold full working rights in Australia and meet all essential requirements listed in the position description.

Knowledge and Experience

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite products and previous use of Tessitura or similar CRM systems
• At least three years experience in a fundraising NFP or customer service role

Essential Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in arts science business communications marketing museum studies or event management or a related field or equivalent work experience.

About the Australian Museum

The Australian Museum is truly a great place to work. We aim to be a leading voice for the richness of life the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations culture; and continue to develop world-leading science collections exhibitions and education programs.

The Australian Museum acknowledges that we operate on the lands waters and skies of many First Nations Peoples. As Australias first museum we share the responsibility of advocating for Country and honouring First Nations Peoples and knowledges.

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Benefits

Besides working together with other like-minded people you will have access to professional development opportunities and dedicated Wellbeing programs.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit

1. A one to two page covering letter which address the role descriptions essential requirements key knowledge and experience.

2. Resume

As part of the online application process you will be prompted to answer the following targeted questions:

1. Describe your experience building a relationship with a donor or prospective donor. What did you do and what was the outcome (300 words maximum)
2. Provide an example of how you developed a major-gift or bequest opportunity. How did you identify and progress the opportunity (300 words maximum)

The successful candidate applicant will be subject to national criminal records check.

Contact person: Frankie Greene Head of Development at or.

Inclusive and Welcoming

The Australian Museum is committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We actively encourage applications from First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability including physical sensory cognitive intellectual neurological psychosocial and chronic health conditions whether visible or hidden; people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; people of all ages; members of the LGBTQIA community; and people from all socioeconomic backgrounds.

If you require adjustments during the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager or include your requirements in your application. This may include alternative formats communication support flexible interviews accessible locations or extra assessment time. Any information you share will be kept confidential.

Required Experience:

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