Position Description: Peer Networks Programs Executive
PHILANTHROPY AUSTRALIA
Philanthropy Australia is the national peak body for philanthropy. We are an independent organisation with approximately 800 trusts, foundations, organisations, families, individual donors, professional advisers, intermediaries and not-for-profits as our membership. We are a growing movement of people and organisations who believe in the importance of giving and our members are proud to leverage their wealth and influence to create social change.
Our purpose is to serve the philanthropic community to achieve more and better philanthropy. We do this through:
· Collaboration – helping our stakeholder groups grow philanthropy together;
· Connections – enabling the sharing of knowledge, innovation and research; and
· Capability – enhancing the skills of the philanthropic sector.
Our collective community magnifies the impact that any of our stakeholders could achieve alone.
Philanthropy Australia was established 40 years ago by several Melbourne based foundations. Today, we have offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Queensland, from where we service the other States and territories.
Philanthropy Australia is governed by a Council of up to 15 members, elected for three-year terms. These members work as ambassadors for the organisation as well as fulfilling the statutory requirements of a governing council.
Our role is to support the philanthropic efforts of its membership, and this is achieved through:
· Leading and representing the philanthropic sector;
· Promoting the contribution of philanthropy by increasing understanding in the community, business and government;
· Inspiring and supporting new & emerging philanthropists;
· Increasing the effectiveness of philanthropy through the provision of information, professional development, resources and networking opportunities; and
· Promoting strong and transparent governance standards in the philanthropic sector.
Philanthropy Australia also produces and distributes information to those seeking to understand access or partner with the philanthropic sector and to contribute to the growth of philanthropy and the philanthropic sector. Further information on Philanthropy Australia is at www.philanthropy.org.au.
PEER NETWORKS & the NEW GENERATION OF GIVING NETWORK
A key strategic objective for Philanthropy Australia is to provide opportunities for members to connect with each other through a growing network of funder and philanthropic interest groups, which enable collaboration and deep exchange of peer knowledge and experience.
Philanthropy Australia has a growing number of national Peer Networks currently, accessible to Active, Engaged and Impact members: Education, the Arts, Indigenous, Family Foundations, Corporate Foundations, Women & Girls, Ageing, Disability & Mental Health, Rural & Regional, Health and the new For-Purpose (NFP), and our existing New Generation Network.
Founded by Philanthropy Australia in 2013, the national New Generation of Giving program (New Gen) is the only one of its kind in Australia. It was created to connect and develop emerging leaders in Australian giving. We help our members be more effective agents of social change and maximize their philanthropic impact by connecting them to resources, development opportunities, ideas, each other, and other change-makers.
The New Gen Network members will also have access to a dedicated peer network offering (above), with opportunities to meet regularly throughout the year to hear from leaders in the philanthropic sector and network in at more informal meetings with colleagues. In total more than 30 peer network events are offered nationally throughout the year.
Job Title: Peer Networks and Programs Executive
Terms: 0.8 FTE
12 month contract (initially)
Occasional out of hours work will be required
Interstate travel may be required for specific events
Location: (desirable) Sydney, NSW, but Melbourne, VIC considered
Reports to: National Membership & Programs Manager
Key relationships:
· National Membership and Programs Manager
· National Events and Administration Executive
· State Membership Managers, in particular the State Managers in NSW/ACT and VIC/TAS
· The Philanthropy Australia CEO and staff
· Peer Network (including New Gen) chairs and current and prospective network members
· Current and prospective Philanthropy Australia members
· Suppliers, events speakers, venue hosts, partners
Purpose of the role:
The primary purpose of this role is to:
· Enable members to collaborate, connect, and build their links and capabilities to advance more and better giving through Peer networks.
· Harness the insights and expertise on developments in the philanthropic sector from members, key PA staff members and State Managers in NSW and VIC, to inform the content and speakers for Peer Networks offered nationally
· As primary contact, you will foster sound relationships, engage, develop and grow the community of current (and emerging) philanthropists who are members of the New Gen Network, through delivery of a robust program of events.
Key deliverables of the role:
· Curate content, engage speakers, confirm agendas and ensure the delivery of national Peer Network (including New Gen) events and programs; works closely with the Events Executive who is responsible for coordination & logistics of events & calendar planning
· Collaborate with the appointed peer network chairs, the State Managers in NSW and VIC, and appropriate PA staff (the CEO, Advocacy and Insight Manager, Philanthropic Services Manager, Partnerships & Events manager), on crossover links;
· To research topics areas, content and speakers for the Peer Networks offering nationally;
· Develop marketing and promotional copy for Peer Networks and all New Gen related events, study tours and other program activities
· Deliver New Gen Network events and programs within agreed budgets and delivery timetables, including managing attendance, event logistics, partners and suppliers
· Develop and deliver the Emerging Philanthropist Accelerator Program
· Develop Better Giving Hub contributors for Peer Network discussion, including content & monitoring of social media accounts for New Gen Network
· Plan and execute the NFP board matching service
· Look for opportunities to grow the community of potential New Gen members, and support the State Managers with renewal campaigns for the New Gen Network
· Work with the National Manager Membership and Programs to identify appropriate partner organisations to grow the New Gen Network
· Reporting on Peer Network outcomes & New Gen renewals for the National Manager Membership and Programs.
· Responsible for updating online content on the BGH from Peer Networks events and programs and all New Gen related activities
· Using our CRM, managing information and administrative systems relating to Peer Networks and New Gen members
SELECTION CRITERIA
• Knowledge of, and exposure to, the philanthropic sector and current issues in philanthropy
• Demonstrated experience in curation, research and delivery of events
• Excellence in relationship management skills; strong interpersonal skills – including building effective relationships, positive interaction and effective problem solving
• Excellent project planning & administration, time management & organisational skills
• Proven ability to write communications and marketing copy
• Strong written, oral communication, negotiation and presentation skills
• Experience with membership data and a CRM software; Salesforce advantage
• Proven ability in the Microsoft suite of Office programs
Highly desirable
• Knowledge and experience working with emerging and next generation philanthropists
• A degree in a relevant social sector course; or experience in non-profit management will be considered an added advantage.
As this is a role supporting national programs from our Sydney location, the ability to travel interstate is required, and work outside of normal hours occasionally.
The Peer Networks Programs Officer is required to commit to key performance indicators (KPIs) that relate to Activities in the Strategic Plan 2017-2020, each of which are monitored and assessed by the National Membership and Programs Manager. In addition, the Peer Networks Programs Officer is required to agree to PA’s Code of Conduct and abide by the operating Values of the organisation.
HOW DO I APPLY?
To apply for this position, please provide a written response with a cover letter and address the Selection Criteria along with your CV to:
Applications close
For any questions relating to the Peer Networks Programs Executive role, please contact:
Mal Lewis
Finance & Operations Manager
Tel – 03 9662 9299