Director of Fundraising
Bendigo
Work in an environment that offers:
- An opportunity to shape and grow a new Hospital Foundation.
- An ability to live and work in a vibrant regional setting.
- Lead High-Impact Fundraising Initiatives.
The Position
Job Reference: 1918
Position Title: Director of Fundraising
Salary per hour (exc. super): Dependant on Qualifications and Experience
Hours per fortnight: 76
Employment Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing date: 04/03/2025
Director of Fundraising, Bendigo Health
Bendigo Health is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Fundraising to lead and deliver the hospital's philanthropic efforts in alignment with Bendigo Health’s next Strategic Plan (2026-2030).
As the Director of Fundraising, you will be responsible for driving significant growth in philanthropy and donations, raising the profile of Bendigo Health, and enabling the provision of vital non-Government funded research, equipment, specialised clinical positions and services, and facilities.
This is a key leadership role where you will oversee and manage a comprehensive suite of fundraising initiatives, including Grateful patient programs, Wills and bequests, Trusts and foundation grants, Major gift giving and Community fundraising
Reporting to the Chief of Strategy and Community Affairs and collaborating closely with key stakeholders, including the CEO and Executive Team, and the newly commissioned Bendigo Health Foundation Board to achieve fundraising goals and support the hospital's growth.
This is an exciting time for Fundraising at Bendigo Health with the creation of this new role, the new Bendigo Health Foundation, and the opportunity for the Director to shape and expand the fundraising division.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fundraising, with a proven track record of success in driving philanthropic growth. You will have excellent communication and leadership skills, financial management experience, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Experience in healthcare or non-profit fundraising will be an asset, as will a passion for making a tangible difference in the community.
If you have passion for fundraising and a desire to contribute to the growth and success of Bendigo Health, we would love to hear from you.
Working with Bendigo Health
Bendigo Health are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture.
Created by our community in the 1850s, we have a long, proud history of delivering excellent care to our community.
Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision of Excellent Care. Every Person, Every Time.
Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine.
We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including:
- Staff health and wellbeing programs
- Career development and education opportunities
- Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Use of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport program
If successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the on boarding process.
Your New Division
Strategy and Community Affairs includes Bendigo Health Fundraising & Foundation, Corporate Affairs, Governance and Strategy and Volunteer Services. All four teams work to advance the organisation’s key priorities, values and vision.
Areas of focus include internal and external communications, development of fundraising appeals, stakeholder liaison, management of the volunteer program, and coordination of governance and mandated reporting. Together, they promote the brand of Bendigo Health, supporting the entire organisation in their pursuit of Excellent Care. Every Person. Every Time.
Bendigo Region
Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the region’s population of over 320,000 and so the city offers excellent schools, shopping and cultural precincts, sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, beautiful parks, walking trails and wineries within our region.
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you! Please ensure that you attach a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume.
Need more information? Please contact Craig Bosworth on 03 5454 9167 for a confidential discussion.
Diversity and Inclusion
Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
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