Bangarra is an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander organisation and one of Australia’s leading performing arts companies. We are widely acclaimed nationally and around the world for our artistry and distinct performances. Our relationships with Indigenous communities are the heart of Bangarra, with our repertoire created on Country and stories gathered from respected community Elders. Authentic storytelling, outstanding technique and deeply moving performances are Bangarra’s unique signature.
Bangarra is an equal opportunities employer with majority Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce representation.
Jobs
Philanthropy Officer
Full-time
Position Description
The position reports to the Philanthropy Manager and supports the Development team in growing Bangarra’s philanthropic funding partners and private donor base, including stewardship and company related events. The Philanthropy Officer plays an important role in providing key administrative support including customer relations, donor ticketing, event management, data analytics and CRM management. The role works closely with the Philanthropy Manager and Development Director, as well as having a collaborative relationship with the Marketing, Ticketing and Finance teams.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Supports the administration of the philanthropy area, in collaboration with the Philanthropy Manager, including annual giving, campaign, pledges and planned giving. This includes data analytics, list extractions within the CRM, direct mail solicitation, processing donations and acknowledging and receipting donors promptly.
- Coordination of key deadlines for philanthropic renewal and reporting periods, in conjunction with the Philanthropy Manager.
- Assisting with coordination of supporter communications including copy writing and distribution of funder reports, donor related areas of the website; and patrons page of the national season program and annual report.
- Coordination of philanthropy events, including morning teas, open rehearsals, and other networking style events at performing arts venues and Bangarra’s home at the Wharf. This includes invitation list and invite creation, venue and catering bookings, and management at the event.
- Management and booking of all philanthropy VIP tickets and hospitality throughout performance seasons, including corporates, government representatives and key donors.
- Management of a calendar of deadlines for Trusts and Foundations (both for applications and reporting requirements).
- Responsible for ensuring the team has active memberships for philanthropy research platforms and websites for fundraising research and promotion of the company.
- Coordination of finance reconciliation, budget and expense tracking and reporting.
- Research into prospective philanthropic fundraising opportunities, including grants and private giving trends.
- Provide reports, utilising CRM software, for the wider team and Executives.
- Any other tasks as reasonably requested by the Development Director and Philanthropy Manager.
To apply, please send:
- A cover letter including a response to each of the above Selection Criteria (no more than 2 pages).
- A full CV, including the names and contacts of at least 2 referees (referees will not be contacted before the shortlisting stage and after checking with the candidate).
For further information, please contact Anna Matthews, Development Director, [email protected].
Applications close 9am, 5 May 2025.
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