Fundraising Manager

About Community Connections

Community Connections is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives in their communities of choice. We work collaboratively with individuals and their families to remove obstacles, enhance skills, and foster inclusive opportunities.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Wellington-based Fundraising Manager to establish and lead our fundraising function within the enabling business group. This full-time, permanent role offers flexibility in working hours and a hybrid working arrangement. You will partner with the CEO, Board, senior leaders, and operational teams to conceive and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that secures various sustainable sources of income for future growth. Key focus areas include grant applications, major donor engagement, corporate partnerships, legacy giving, fundraising culture development, and stewardship systems management.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and execute a fundraising plan aligned with the organisation's vision and growth objectives.
• Secure funding through grants, trusts, foundations, and major donor relationships.
• Develop and nurture corporate partnerships to diversify income streams.
• Establish and manage a Gifts in Wills programme.
• Promote a strong fundraising ethos across the entire organisation.
• Manage fundraising systems, oversee reporting, and ensure exceptional donor stewardship reflecting organisational values and impact.
• Collaborate strategically with executive leadership and the Board to identify opportunities and inspire investment.

Candidate Profile

We seek a strategic and personable fundraising professional with at least five years’ experience in fundraising, philanthropy, grants, business development, or related income-generating roles. You excel at turning strategic ideas into actionable plans and demonstrate a proven track record managing fundraising programmes including grant applications, donor engagement, campaigns, and relationship development. Comfortable working with fundraising and CRM platforms, you are a skilled communicator able to craft compelling proposals and build trusted relationships with donors, funders, and partners. Above all, you are driven by purpose and appreciate that long-term fundraising success relies on authentic relationships and meaningful community impact.

Benefits and Perks

• Opportunity to design and lead a new fundraising function from the ground up.
• Competitive salary package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Five weeks’ annual leave.
• Autonomy to shape fundraising strategy and grow sustainable revenue.
• Close collaboration with executive leaders and Board members.
• Ability to contribute directly to measurable community outcomes.
• A supportive culture centered on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

Though this role is advertised as full-time, exceptional candidates seeking part-time arrangements are encouraged to discuss flexibility.

If you have any questions or would like to request a detailed position description, please contact Yassmin Lomeli directly.

If you are eager to build meaningful partnerships and secure sustainable funding to foster an inclusive future for disabled communities, we welcome your application.