Donor Engagement and Communications Coordinator
From the centre of Perth to the furthest corners of our state, we have provided the soundtrack to life in WA since 1928.
- Unite your passion for classical music and fundraising
- Full-time permanent position, Perth CBD location
- Join our high-performance Development team
Our Organisation
WASO is the largest employer of performing artists in Western Australia and reaches two million people with musical experiences each year on stage, in our community, and online.
From concert halls to classrooms, hospitals to aged care, we bring joy, inspire learning, and nurture participation in our community, because everybody deserves the opportunity to experience live music. Every year, through community and leading industry partnerships, we engage a new generation of young and emerging artists to help secure a bright future for music in WA.
We celebrate our rich classical music heritage with great artists from all over the world and commission and perform new repertoire to renew and expand it. WASO collaborates widely with major arts companies and independent artists, performing opera to ballet, movies to musicals, and jazz to rock. We champion the diversity of music in all its forms, with a team of talented and passionate people who create unforgettable experiences for all West Australians to enjoy.
The Role
West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO) is seeking a skilled marketing and communications professional to support their high performing Philanthropy team. The Donor Engagement and Communications Coordinator works closely with our Philanthropy team to support our private giving programs, deepening the connection of current donors through meaningful stewardship whilst working concurrently to cultivate new support to grow WASO’s giving community.
The Donor Engagement and Communications Coordinator will:
- Administer and coordinate the management and communication to all WASO donors
- Coordinate WASO’s regular giving program and donors giving under $500be the primary contact for WASO’s donors
- Assist WASO’s Annual Giving campaign end-to-end
As a visible representative of WASO, the Donor Engagement & Communications Coordinator will champion a culture of philanthropy across our community. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, experienced in CRM systems (preferably Tessitura), and skilled in content creation, stakeholder communication, and relationship building.
Skills Required
Confident, personable and persuasive, you will contribute meaningfully to WASO’s stakeholder engagement efforts through high quality communications. To be successful, you will have tertiary qualifications or relevant experience in marketing, communications, or a related field, ideally with an understanding of fundraising principles in a not-for-profit environment.
You will also be able to demonstrate:
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a flair for storytelling and audience engagement
- Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail in donor data management, financial processing, and stakeholder coordination
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team
- High level of computer literacy, including experience with CRM platforms and data reporting tools
Your Benefits
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading and iconic arts organisation, where you will be directly supporting and involved in live music performance. Our employees enjoy many of our performances either free or discounted as well as non-remunerative benefits such as continuing professional development, enjoyment of our Health and Wellness Program which includes, free flu vaccinations and hearing tests, free access to our Employee Assistance Program and discounted physiotherapy services as well as the benefits of a flexible workplace, access to salary sacrificing which includes novated leasing of vehicles. This is your opportunity to engage in a vibrant cultural environment in the heart of the CBD.
For a more detailed explanation of this role please review the Position Description here.
All applications must include your current Resume and a cover letter summarising your suitability for this position.
The WASO Group of Companies promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. The WASO Group encourages people with disabilities, First Nations peoples, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.
PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:
Robyn Holt, holtr@waso.com.au
Human Resources Manager
Only applicants with full Australian work rights will be considered for this position.