JDRF careers: work with us
Make a difference
At JDRF we are improving the lives of those with type 1 diabetes (T1D), those who love them and those who will need us in the future.
In the next four years, 10,000 Australians will be diagnosed with T1D. They don’t know they’ll need us yet, but we work for them all the same.
T1D is a global problem, and curing this disease will be a defining challenge of our lifetimes.
We are looking for talented people to join our team. Every team member at JDRF makes a difference to the millions of Australians impacted by T1D. We strive to create a vibrant and rewarding work environment where you can develop and grow.
Current Vacancies
Relationship Manager, Philanthropy
Contract or Permanent. Full time with ability to travel
Location: 2 days per week in office. Sydney or Melbourne.
You will secure funds for JDRF by fulfilling the interests and passions of donors by providing them with giving opportunities, encouraging them to increase their giving, and assuring that as many as possible are retained as donors to the organization and are upgraded in giving and involvement.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will be accountable for supporting the team revenue goal of $8M in FY25. Be excited to grow yourself in the Veritus approach to fundraising. This includes implementing donor-focused processes and utilizing the Donor Engagement Plan (DEP).
Your portfolio includes Major Donors (starting at $2,500+). You will qualify your caseload to no more than 150 qualified donors. You will do this by following the Veritus 7-step qualification process. You will care for each donor through personalized, high-touch experiences including;
• One touchpoint monthly and three meaningful moments (advancing their connection to mission) every 12-months.
• Set 2x individual goals per year for each person based on the donor’s history of giving and the organization’s knowledge of that donor’s potential.
• Partner with the HOPP to deliver relevant needs such as compelling proposals and impact reporting to articulate mission priorities.
• Portfolio planning at the beginning of each year with regular analysis of reports for weekly and monthly goal setting. This includes having and maintaining a plan (DEP) for each donor that will serve as a foundational communication and marketing plan for each person in your portfolio. Will faithfully and, in a timely manner, execute that plan so that you deliver on (1) increased donor retention and (2) increase the revenue per donor.
WHY WORK FOR US
Join an extraordinary global organization that has driven every major advancement in type 1 diabetes since our founding 50 years ago. You will also enjoy:
• Work-life balance with hybrid and flexible work structure (minimum 2 days in office),
including company equipment to facilitate transition between office and home
• Summer Fridays December to February
• 1 wellness day per year + family renewal leave in December
• Salary sacrifice options and benefits to increase take home pay
• Team building with annual TEAM meeting in Sydney
• Employee Assistance Program
• Learning and Development provided to have the skills you need for your role
Working with us
Salary packaging
Australian taxation laws provide generous tax concessions for not for profit organisations like JDRF Australia. One such concession is an exemption for Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT).
This means that JDRF Australia is able to pass on to their employees a proportion of their wages as a reimbursement of personal expenses and no income tax is payable on this money. In effect: a proportion of your salary each pay is tax free.
You may choose to package a range of items, such as General Household and Personal Expenses i.e. Home Rental Repayments, Mortgage Repayments, Utility Expenses, Other Household Expenses, Credit Card Repayments, Other Personal Expenses or a Salary Packaging Card to the allowable maximum of $15,900 each FBT year. Additionally, you may also choose to package towards General Capped Entertainment Expenses to the allowable maximum of $2650 each FBT year.
Additional leave
At JDRF we offer additional paid leave over Christmas. Our offices close from 25th December to 1 January and none of this time is taken from your annual leave entitlement. This leave is provided to all employees as a time to connect with family and friends.
Employee recognition and reward
At JDRF our 5 Values are PASSION | INTEGRITY | VISION | IMPACT | COLLABORATION and we aim to reflect these values in a positive work environment that benefits the organisation as well as employees. We know that motivated and happy employees are our most valuable asset. Our recognition and reward program celebrates the extraordinary achievements and behaviours of our staff that contribute to the culture and mission of JDRF.