Gifts in Wills Manager

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RSPCA Victoria is a non-government, community-based, not-for-profit organisation whose vision is ‘ending cruelty to animals’. They are Victoria’s best-known and most respected animal welfare organisation and a Federation member of RSPCA. With the community, they achieve outstanding animal welfare through education, advocacy, and animal care and protection.

  
Reporting to the Senior Manager – Philanthropy & Corporate Partnerships, the Gifts in Wills Manager will lead the development and delivery of an effective bequest program that grows supporter engagement, strengthens donor relationships and secures future income to support RSPCA Victoria’s mission.

  
This is a key leadership role combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You will lead and support a small team, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture while providing guidance, coaching and day-to-day direction.

  
Alongside team leadership, you will drive stewardship and retention initiatives to grow our Gifts in Wills pipeline, while ensuring RSPCA Victoria delivers best-practice estate management. You will also oversee Home Ever After, our pet future planning program that supports pet owners and fosters long-term Gifts in Wills engagement.

  
The Gifts in Wills Manager will play a critical role in setting program direction, managing budgets and reporting, and embedding continuous improvement across the program. Working cross-functionally, you will build strong internal relationships and contribute to a positive, inclusive culture that enables teams to deliver meaningful outcomes for the organisation and its supporters.


  
About YOU

• Demonstrated experience in Gifts in Wills fundraising, including program development, donor acquisition and stewardship
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop a high-performing team
• Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to engage and inspire supporters with sensitivity and care
• Sound understanding of fundraising legislation, best practice and the principles of charitable giving
• Experience managing or overseeing estate administration,
• Strong planning, budgeting and reporting capability, with a results-focused approach
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Experience with CRM systems and data-driven marketing approaches (Salesforce highly regarded)
• Purpose-driven and aligned to RSPCA Victoria’s values: compassion, courage, leadership and positive outcomes

  

RSPCA Can Offer You

• Genuine Work-Life Balance & Generous Leave: Access a comprehensive suite of leave entitlements designed to support your lifestyle and wellbeing. This includes annual and personal leave, 6 additional days of paid leave per year (pro-rata), purchased leave options, paid parental leave, study leave, and paid family and domestic violence leave.
• Accrued Days Off (RDOs): Enjoy standard RDO agreements that offer up to 12 additional days off per year, allowing you more time to recharge.
• Holistic Wellbeing Support: Your mental and physical health matter to RSPCA. Benefit from a wide range of wellness initiatives, including confidential counselling via their Employee and Volunteer Assistance Program (EVAP), dedicated wellbeing activities, and educational programs.
• Exclusive Staff Discounts: Take advantage of premium discounts across our partner networks and services, including Royal Canin pet food, RSPCA Pet Insurance, Hush Puppies footwear, and RSPCA Victoria retail and veterinary clinic products and services.
• Maximise Your Take-Home Pay: Access tax-effective salary packaging and novated lease arrangements through their leading workplace benefits provider, Maxxia.
• Continuous Growth & Development: RSPCA invests in your professional journey with robust learning and development opportunities specifically curated to support and elevate you in your role.

  
Mandatory: The successful candidate must undergo pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check.

  
Gembridge Australia champions diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and genders.
  

APPLY NOW if you are read to lead a program that enables lasting generosity and helps create a better future for animals.

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Gembridge is proud to partner with RSPCA Victoria. ​

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For a confidential discussion, contact Dawn Patrick or Michelle Varcoe at Gembridge on 1300 313 413 or apply@gembridge.com.au.