An opportunity is available for a motivated, hard-working and passionate individual to join our club initially for a fixed term contract in the newly created role of Fundraising Manager reporting to the General Manager Strategic Projects.

The club is moving into an exciting phase with the development of a new Elite Training and Administration facility (ETAF) and as such require the services of an experienced person to develop and implement fundraising strategies, programs and capabilities for the club initially with a focus on the fundraising for the ETAF.

The role will also involve the development and implementation of ongoing fundraising strategies across the club to ensure long term fundraising programs are in place.

The ideal candidate will have proven substantial experience and success in the development of fundraising strategies, ideally within the sporting sector and therefore be able to demonstrate a clear knowledge of best-practice fundraising, including identification, research, solicitation and stewardship.

You will also have the ability to cultivate effective relationships with stakeholders and leverage existing personal networks.  Your ability to work to tight timeframes and budgets will be essential.

The ability and willingness to work out of hours at game days and other club events is also essential.

To find out more about this opportunity including the full list of skills and experience required for the role, as well as how to apply you can access the position description at the following link:  http://www.fremantlefc.com.au/club/careers

For job related queries, please contact Brad Paatsch on (08) 9433 7134.

Applications close 5pm Monday 6 April 2015.  To apply, please send your CV along with a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role against the job description c/- Nicole Horrocks, HR Manager via careers@fremantlefc.com.au or PO Box 381, Fremantle, 6959.

Please note, applications without a cover letter as requested will not be considered. 

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.