Careers at Rocky Bay

• Close Friendly Team Environment with Flexible Work Arrangements
• Competitive Salary and Salary Packaging (up to $18,550)
• Rewarding Career in Purpose Driven Not-for-Profit Organisation
• Permanent Part-Time Position - 22.5 hours per week

We’re looking for a people-focused Bequests and Foundations Officer to join our team. This is a great role for someone who enjoys building relationships, telling meaningful stories, and helping secure funding that makes a long-term impact.

You’ll work across two key areas: Gifts in Wills (Bequests) and securing funding from Trusts and Foundations.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING;

Bequests (Gifts in Wills):

• Connecting with potential supporters who are interested in leaving a lasting legacy
• Helping to grow our Gifts in Wills program
• Supporting campaigns, stewardship and communications around Bequests
• Liaising with families and legal contacts when needed

Trusts & Foundations:

• Sourcing and applying for Foundation/Trust funding 
• Writing clear, compelling funding applications
• Keeping track of reporting and outcomes
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with funders

Other Duties As Required:

• Keeping donor records up to date
• Working with the broader team on fundraising ideas
• Helping us grow sustainable, long-term income
• Occasional event support as part of the wider Marketing team 

About you:

• Experience in fundraising, grants, communications, or similar
• Strong writing skills (you can turn ideas into clear, engaging content)
• Confidence building relationships with different people
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• A genuine interest in making a difference
• Experience with Bequests, knowledge of non-profit and familiarity with donor databases (nice to have but not essential)

Benefits:

• Wide range of employee benefits including HBF Health, JB-HIFI, Ultra Tune and Flight Centre
• Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging options to receive savings up to a maximum of $18,550 per annum
• A refer-a-friend program worth $2000-$4,000!
• Fleet vehicles for work-related travel and free parking
• Purchased Leave Program and 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave Schemes 
• Access to individual, group and peer support
• Comprehensive onboarding and internal training programs, and an opportunity to apply for external professional development
• Opportunity to apply for the internal Emerging Leaders Program, the Rocky Bay scholarship program, Certificate IV in Leadership and Management and involvement in research and projects
• Hybrid working opportunity for selected day/s

If you meet the criteria mentioned above, we'd love to consider you. Click the APPLY button to submit your application. You can also search us on social media platforms by using our hashtag - #therockybayway

At Rocky Bay, inclusivity is a top priority, and that includes making our recruitment process accessible for everyone. If you need any adjustments to accommodate your unique situation or want more information about the role, please reach out to us at recruitment@rockybay.org.au We're here to help!

For more details about career advancement and opportunities at Rocky Bay, please click on the following link;  https://www.rockybay.org.au/careers-with-us/

At Rocky Bay, we come from all walks of life. We all have different backgrounds and experiences, making us who we are. We’re building a culture where uniqueness is valued- whether race, gender, disability, age, religion or LGBTQIA+ identity. We are committed to building an inclusive team, making us the best we can be. We encourage you to apply.

Rocky Bay acknowledges the traditional custodians on whose land we work, the people of the Noongar and Yamatji nations, and recognise their continued connection to the land, waters and skies. We pay our respect to their Leaders - past present and emerging.

We are committed to building an inclusive team, making us the best we can be. We encourage you to apply.