At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate community fundraising campaigns to support young people experiencing homelessness.
- Company: Youth Off The Streets, a passionate not-for-profit organisation focused on youth empowerment.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, hybrid work flexibility, self-care leave, and a pet-friendly workplace.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to creating a supportive environment for all.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your skills in fundraising.
- Qualifications: Experience with CRM systems and community fundraising events is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 80000 $ per year.
Youth Off The Streets is a not-for-profit youth organisation that provides safety, support and opportunities for young people to build a positive future. We offer crisis accommodation and housing services, alternative high school education, alcohol and other drugs counselling, youth justice support, life skills and employment programs, cultural support and community engagement, among other services. We focus on early interventions that empower young people and strengthen communities.
We're looking for a passionate Community Fundraising Coordinator to help deliver our individual giving program and raise vital funds for children and young people experiencing homelessness. Working closely with the Community Fundraising Specialist and wider fundraising team, you'll coordinate, develop and deliver community fundraising campaigns that inspire supporters and drive impact. This role will support the rollout of a new flagship community fundraising event, as well as Do‐It‐Yourself fundraisers, school fundraising activities and initiatives run through workplaces and community groups.
Key Duties:
- Play a key role in delivering major annual community fundraising campaigns, meeting deadlines and contributing to high‐impact fundraising moments throughout the year.
- Independently manage signature campaigns (e.g., City2Surf and Cup of Kindness), taking ownership of planning, coordination and delivery.
- Support campaign logistics, including preparing fundraising kits, updating collateral and coordinating supporter communications.
- Ensure strong risk and compliance practices across all community fundraising activities.
- Deliver exceptional supporter care by responding promptly and professionally to fundraiser enquiries.
- Maintain accurate and up‐to‐date records across CRM systems and online fundraising platforms.
- Provide high‐quality administrative support, including managing the Community Fundraising calendar, maintaining supporter records and registers and assisting with ad‐hoc tasks that keep the community fundraising program running smoothly.
- Help develop and refresh community fundraising resources and digital content that inspires and empowers community fundraisers.
- Coordinate supporter journeys, ensuring every touchpoint - from first contact to celebration - feels meaningful and timely.
- Contribute to key fundraising targets, including income, acquisition, average fundraising amount and activation rates.
- Use data‐informed insights to support continuous improvement and help drive stronger campaign outcomes.
Experience:
- Experienced in navigating CRM systems.
- Prior experience in supporting community events or peer‐to‐peer fundraising.
- Experience in using community fundraising platforms e.g. Funraisin.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Strong project management capability, ensuring complex, multichannel fundraising activity is delivered on time, on brief and to a high standard.
- Proven ability to manage multiple campaigns and competing timelines.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including confidence in presenting to new audiences.
- Excellent relationship building skills.
What we can offer you:
- Salary Packaging: $15,900.00 of your base salary tax free & up to $2,650.00 meal & entertainment.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
- Self‐Care Leave & Christmas Gifted Leave.
- Access to Fitness Passport.
- Pet friendly workplace.
- Hybrid work flexibility.
This is more than a fundraising role; it's a chance to use your skills to help young people build brighter futures!
Youth Off The Streets embraces The Sanctuary Model as the foundation of our organisational culture. This trauma‐informed approach guides how we support young people and staff, prioritising safety, emotional wellbeing, and resilience. It shapes our practices in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and healing from trauma—creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment for all.
At Youth Off The Streets, diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our DNA. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our people. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve.
Youth Off The Streets is an EEO Employer and a child safe organisation. The successful candidate will be requested to submit applications for a NSW Working With Children Check and Police Check. You will also be required to have a valid Australian Drivers Licence and unrestricted Australian working rights. We encourage people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply for this position.
Community Fundraising Coordinator in Melbourne employer: Youth Off The Streets
Youth Off The Streets is an exceptional employer, offering a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people in Merrylands. With a supportive and inclusive culture rooted in The Sanctuary Model, employees benefit from ongoing training, additional leave options, and a focus on emotional wellbeing and resilience. Join a team that values diversity and innovation, where your contributions are celebrated and you can grow both personally and professionally.
