Philanthropy Coordinator

From the centre of Perth to the furthest corners of our state, we have provided the soundtrack to life in WA since 1928.

• Unite your passion for classical music and fundraising
• Fulltime permanent position, Perth CBD location
• Join our high-performance Development team

Our Organisation

WASO is the largest employer of performing artists in Western Australia and reaches two million people with musical experiences each year on stage, in our community, and online.

From concert halls to classrooms, hospitals to aged care, we bring joy, inspire learning, and nurture participation in our community, because everybody deserves the opportunity to experience live music. Every year, through community and leading industry partnerships, we engage a new generation of young and emerging artists to help secure a bright future for music in WA.

We celebrate our rich classical music heritage with great artists from all over the world and commission and perform new repertoire to renew and expand it. WASO collaborates widely with major arts companies and independent artists, performing opera to ballet, movies to musicals, and jazz to rock. We champion the diversity of music in all its forms, with a team of talented and passionate people who create unforgettable experiences for all West Australians to enjoy. 

The Role

West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO) is seeking a motivated and experienced fundraising Coordinator to join their high-performing Development team. The Philanthropy Co-ordinator works closely with our Development team  to manage WASO’s private giving programs, deepening the connection of current donors through meaningful stewardship whilst working concurrently to cultivate new support to grow WASO’s giving community. First and foremost, the Philanthropy Co-ordinator places donors and supporters at the centre of their approach and decision-making.

The Philanthropy Co-ordinator will:

• administer and coordinate the management of all WASO donors
• be the primary contact for WASO’s donors
• Assist WASO’s Annual Giving campaign end to end

The Philanthropy Co-ordinator will be an ambassador for the company and an advocate for philanthropic culture within the greater WASO community. The individual will be highly organised, and experienced in CRM management and managing expense and income budgets. Confident, personable and compelling, the Philanthropy Co-ordinator will be a member of the Development team and make an important contribution to the orchestra’s success and ambitious vision now and in the future.

Skills Required

To be successful you will need to have tertiary qualifications or experience in a similar role and preferably an understanding of fundraising principles in a not-for-profit environment.

You will also be able to demonstrate:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills;
• Highly organised, with particular attention to managing multiple stakeholder relationships, time management and meeting deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment;
• A high level of computer literacy and ability to use CRM and data reporting systems

Your Benefits

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading and iconic arts organisation, where you will be directly supporting and involved in live music performance. Our employees enjoy many of our performances either free or discounted as well as non-remunerative benefits such as continuing professional development, enjoyment of our Health and Wellness Program which includes, free flu vaccinations and hearing tests, free access to our Employee Assistance Program and discounted physiotherapy services as well as the benefits of a flexible workplace, access to salary sacrificing which includes novated leasing of vehicles. This is your opportunity to engage in a vibrant cultural environment in the heart of the CBD.

For a more detailed explanation of this role please review the Position Description here.

All applications must include your current Resume and a cover letter summarising your suitability for this position.

The WASO Group of Companies promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. The WASO Group encourages people with disabilities, First Nations peoples, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:  

Robyn Holt, holtr@waso.com.au
Human Resources Manager

Only applicants with full Australian work rights will be considered for this position.