We are looking ideally for an experienced Relationship Manager – Gifts in Wills to join our fundraising team at the Wellington City Mission (WCM). It is an exciting time to be joining WCM! In November, we will be moving into Whakamaru, our latest building development in Mt Cook that will reshape the way we support Wellingtonians in need and empower them towards fullness of life. About the role Reporting to the Philanthropy Manager, this a part time (0.6 FTE) role that is part of our wider successful and supportive Fundraising and Relationship Team. With both strategic and hands-on responsibilities, while ensuring a mutual understanding and identification of shared goals and vision for the work of WCM with our potential future donors you will: Contribute to the development and implementation of a Gifts in Wills StrategyBuild new and maintain existing long-term strategic bequest donor relationshipsIdentify and cultivate bequest prospects Contribute to achieving the overall philanthropy and wider fundraising team targetsHelp organise and participate in fundraising eventsProvide support for the wider team and their fundraising objectivesAbout you You may well have much of the experience identified below, but if you haven't and are outstanding at building relationships we would still love to hear from you. You will be provided with extensive support to develop the necessary skills. Ideally you will have worked in an environment with a focus on raising funds and bring a solid understanding and proven experience in: Building strong relationships using a variety of channelsCommunicating in a genuine and optimistic manner with colleagues and stakeholdersUsing initiative and continually seeking to improve efficiency and effectivenessMaintaining effective and relevant database recordsUnderstanding and evidencing care and appreciation for our Wellington communityYou will also be able to show alignment to our organisational values of Aroha / Love, Whanaungatanga / Kinship, Tumanako / Hope, Manaakitanga / Generosity About the Wellington City Mission Wellington City Mission has just celebrated 120 years of working in, and for, the Wellington Community. We help people in need by providing transitional housing, social work and addiction support, financial mentoring, food, and somewhere to come for company. We can only do what we do because we have a team of more than 200 capable and committed people working with us! Having almost completed the capital campaign to fund Whakamaru, our wide-ranging services will require ongoing funding to ensure we are able to continue to bring transformation, empowerment, and fullness of life to Wellingtonians in need. As a workplace we encourage inclusiveness and support our kaimahi to grow and to develop their careers within the social service sector skills and experience. We value and provide a very supportive environment for our team who bring with them lived experience. How to Apply To APPLY – please send your completed application form, CV and covering letter showcasing what you could contribute to the role and fundraising team to (email protected) with Relationship Manager – Gifts in Wills in the email subject line. Applications close at midnight on Sunday 3 November 2024 For a copy of the position description and application form please head to our website