Fundraiser

Fundraisers organise and take part in campaigns and activities to raise funds for special projects or non-profit organisations.

Also known as

Fundraising coordinator, digital fundraiser, telefunder, door-to-door fundraising collector, tele funds raiser, community fundraiser, philanthropy officer

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours but may work weekends or evenings
  • Usually work in offices and at fundraising events and may travel locally
  • Need to be creative and organised and communicate well

Salary information

MOST COMMON
UPPER
LOWER
$50K-$138K 50000

Typical tasks

  • Plan and run fundraising campaigns and events
  • Build relationships with donors and sponsors
  • Create plans to raise money
  • Prepare proposals to ask for funding
  • Manage fundraising budgets and spending
  • Check financial records are accurate
  • Update donor and fundraising records
  • Oversee staff and volunteers
  • Track fundraising progress and results
  • Organise hiring of fundraising teams

Outlook

Fundraising continues to evolve as charities and community organisations respond to changing donor expectations and growing competition for support. In New Zealand, the charitable sector remains an important part of community life, while globally, digital giving, online campaigns and personalised donor engagement are becoming more common. Organisations are also placing greater emphasis on transparency and demonstrating the impact of donations.

What employers and industry want in graduates

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Confidence engaging with different people and communities
  • Ability to tell compelling stories about a cause
  • Organisation and time-management skills
  • Digital communication and social media awareness
  • Initiative and resilience when working towards targets

AUT programmes

The above is a suggestion only and a starting point. You may need to meet other criteria or take additional steps to work in this career.

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