Events and Community Fundraising Coordinator in Sydney

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, whose values it is to shape a more just and compassionate society. We believe our employees are key to our success and offer Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across a range of teams and services. Our employees are recognised for their achievements and offered promotional opportunities on a meritocracy basis within a collegiate and values driven team environment and culture. The Society recognises the value of an inclusive work environment and believes that our diversity is a strength in the work we do with our local communities.

Permanent, full-time based in Lewisham NSW. Boost your take-home pay with generous tax-free salary packaging benefits.

The Events and Community Fundraising Coordinator will support the planning, coordination and delivery of fundraising initiatives and events. Based in Lewisham NSW, some travel is required to support events held at regional services. The role requires a highly organised individual with excellent attention to detail, strong administrative skills and sound financial acumen. Responsibilities will include coordinating and supporting fundraising activities, strengthening event delivery, and contributing to effective financial processes to maximise success and achieve fundraising goals.

Your Responsibility:

• Coordinate fundraising activities and events and work closely with internal stakeholders.
• Provide administrative support including facilitation of cash collection at fundraising events.
• Undertake accurate reconciliation of collection/donations to ensure funds are properly accounted for.
• Travel as needed to support fundraising events in regional areas.
• Flexibility to work across multiple activities and confidence to engage with internal stakeholders and donors.

You Will Need:

• Relevant experience in marketing, fundraising and events.
• Demonstrated expertise in coordinating fundraising campaigns and overseeing projects.
• Strong administrative and coordination skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Current NSW Driver Licence.

We offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth.
• Wellbeing Support – EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being.
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits – 5 days Sorry Business Leave, Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life.

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process. The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.