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The Leprosy Mission Australia is working towards Zero Leprosy transmission by 2035. Ending this disease is achievable with the right resources and this role is crucial to supporting their work in India, Nepal, Nigeria and Timor-Leste.

For over 100 years The Leprosy Mission Australia has partnered with Australians to ensure that people affected by leprosy across the world get the cure, care, and restoration they need to live life in all its fullness. We are part of a global network comprised of 30 Members, working together to assist some of the most outcast and vulnerable people in the world - those affected by Leprosy, disability and many other neglected tropical diseases.  
  
Reporting to the Strategic Relationships Lead, the Major Gifts and Bequests Manager will play a pivotal role in expanding philanthropic partnerships and income across NSW, QLD, and the ACT. You will lead efforts to acquire new donors, nurture existing relationships, and proactively identify opportunities among non-traditional supporter bases. This position is central to strengthening The Leprosy Mission’s resources by cultivating major donors and growing the Bequests program. Your work will directly contribute to ending leprosy, empowering affected communities, and driving meaningful social change.
  
About YOU

• Have the ability to operate within the vision, mission and values of The Leprosy Mission Australia,
• Have a track record in managing and nurturing existing donor relationships and securing funding from major donors and bequest development,
• Experienced in building relationships, meeting with supporters or clients, initiating contact, and moving prospects through a pipeline,
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to connect with and influence a large and diverse group of people,
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to share information and ideas effectively and efficiently,
• Strong knowledge of prospect research, donor screening and major donor models,
• Experience with record keeping and donor databases such as Microsoft Dynamics, Salesforce, Blackbaud and/or any other applicable CRMs,
• You are a self-starter with the ability to work autonomously while remote, results-oriented, innovative and proactive.

APPLY NOW if you are an experienced fundraiser growing a Major Gifts and Bequests portfolio with a strong alignment to The Leprosy Mission Australia’s values.
  
Gembridge is proud to partner with The Leprosy Mission Australia.
  
For a confidential discussion, contact Dawn Patrick or Jenni D’Orival at Gembridge on 03 8375 9661 or apply@gembridge.com.au.

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