Philanthropy & Fundraising Manager

Salary: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Level 6

Reports to: CEO & Principal Lawyer

Employment Status: Part-time 0.6 role.

Working hours are flexible and we’re open to discussing suitable arrangements with the successful
candidate. This position will be based in Hobart with some travel to Launceston, with some flexibility
to work from home.

About TRLS
The Tasmanian Refugee Legal Service (‘TRLS’) is an independent community legal centre specialising
in refugee law. TRLS’s work involves provision of free key legal assistance and representation to people
who could not otherwise obtain it due to financial and other forms of distinct disadvantage often
related to their cultural or linguistically diverse backgrounds or experiences of torture or trauma.

TRLS is the only dedicated refugee, migrant, asylum seeker and humanitarian entrant legal service in
Tasmania. TRLS addresses an access-to-justice gap that manifests from the unique circumstances of
this cohort. TRLS’ legal services significantly improves the operation of the justice system for persons
resident in Tasmania who would otherwise be without access to legal services. TRLS provides pro bono
migration and related legal services to individuals resident in Tasmania who are unable (due to cost
and other barriers discussed above) access these services from the private sector or other community
legal centres.

A. Position Summary
The Tasmanian Refugee Legal Service (‘TRLS’) is in search of a dedicated and committed Philanthropy
& Fundraising Manager. Reporting to the CEO & Principal Lawyer, this role involves developing,
implementing and evaluating successful philanthropic and fundraising activities to grow and diversify
the income of TRLS.

B. Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities, and Duties

Philanthropy & Fundraising Strategy

With support from the CEO and Board:

• Develop, document and implement all aspects of a Philanthropy & Fundraising Strategy
• Update and review the strategy and seek opportunities for new initiatives as agreed by the CEO & Principal Lawyer
• Foster a culture of philanthropy within the organisation and its supporters
• Raise overall awareness of the variety of fundraising opportunities available at TRLS

Fundraising Actions

In line with the approved Philanthropy & Fundraising Strategy:

• Implement a strategic annual appeal program which encourages regular giving as a priority
• Seek and apply for grants from philanthropic and corporate trusts and foundations
• Identify and build relationships with individuals to successfully secure major gifts
• Identify and build relationships to successfully secure corporate partnerships
• Establish a strong bequest program for long term sustainability
• Support community fundraising initiatives as they arise
• Plan and implement appropriate events for donor engagement, cultivation, asking,
  stewardship and recognition
• Develop appropriate fundraising communications
• Newletters
• EDM
• Annual Impact Reports
• Social Media
• Appeals
• Proposals

Donor Relations

In line with the approved Philanthropy & Fundraising Strategy:

• Identify and implement an appropriate CRM for donor management
• Update and maintain all donor records within the CRM
• Undertake donor journey mapping
• Generate donor lists for appropriate fundraising and communications
• Undertake appropriate donor stewardship and recognition activities
• Work directly with donors to engage, build relationships, ask for donations and steward as appropriate

Reporting & Budgeting

With guidance from the CEO:

• Provide monthly reports to the CEO on work flows and tracking
• Provide annual budget information to the CEO
• Manage philanthropy and fundraising budget and YTD tracking
• Maintain clear metrics to measure progress and evaluate effectiveness of strategy

Team

In line with current policies and procedures:

• Work in close collaboration with the extended TRLS team including lawyers, communications,
  human relations, finance and IT services
• Provide input to relevant Board reports and attend Board meetings as required

Other Duties

• The nature of this position, and the broader TRLS team, is such that the Philanthropy &
  Fundraising Manager will be required to be available outside normal business hours on
  occasion, including attendance and leadership at significant TRLS events and meetings. The
  CEO may allocate other duties to the Manager in accordance with the needs of the
  organisation.

Selection Criteria

• Alignment with TRLS values
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role and/or qualifications in a relevant area (fundraising,
  communications)
• Outstanding interpersonal skills. Presents in a positive and enthusiastic manner to build
  rapport and develop strong organisational relationships that lead to philanthropic engagement
• Strong organisational skills, including working independently, prioritising tasks, and meeting
  deadlines
• Proficiency in relevant software and preferably experience with client data management
  systems (e.g. Salesforce)
• Strong attention to detail and maintenance of high work standards

Application Process

To apply, submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria in full to
[email protected]. At TRLS, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity in our workforce. We welcome
applications from individuals with firsthand experience of displaced migration, asylum seeking,
refugee status, as well as First Nations people. We also encourage those from historically
disadvantaged groups, including but not limited to gender, class, race, or social capacity backgrounds,
to apply. We encourage applicants to indicate any assistance they may require in their applications.