Champion
Support ROLDA’s fundraising efforts by completing clearly defined, behind-the-scenes tasks that help strengthen our ability to care for animals in need. Champion contributions focus on accuracy, organization, and follow-through, providing essential support that allows fundraising initiatives to move forward efficiently. Champions work independently using written guidance and contribute on a flexible, as-needed basis. Every completed task helps ensure our fundraising work remains consistent, well-supported, and effective.
Examples of Champion support may include:
- Conducting prospect or grant research using provided criteria
- Reviewing or organizing fundraising and grant-related data
- Preparing draft lists, summaries, or background notes
- Assisting with one-time administrative fundraising tasks
All Champion tasks are clearly scoped, time-bound, and completed without donor or public interaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fundraising Strategy Development: Collaborate with ROLDA’s leadership to create and implement innovative online and in-person fundraising campaigns.
- Campaign Management: Coordinate and execute engaging, high-impact fundraising campaigns, such as peer-to-peer fundraisers, social media drives, and seasonal events.
- Event Leadership: Organise and attend fundraising events, representing ROLDA in the community. Recruit and manage a team of event volunteers when necessary.
- Donor Engagement: Foster relationships with existing and potential donors, recognise and thank contributors, and cultivate new support channels.
- Social Media Outreach: Collaborate with the social media team to create content that promotes fundraising efforts and highlights donor stories and campaign updates.
- Reporting and Goal Setting: Set and track fundraising goals, prepare reports to measure progress, and share outcomes with the team to enhance future initiatives.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or community engagement (experience in nonprofit organisations is a plus)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to connect with a diverse audience
- Self-motivated and able to work independently, managing multiple projects and deadlines
- Availability to attend periodic in-person events
- Passionate about animal welfare and committed to ROLDA’s mission
- Ability to pass a background check
Time Commitment:
- Flexible hours, with a minimum commitment of 5 hours per week
- Availability for occasional in-person events in your area
Benefits:
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on animal rescue efforts
- Gain experience in fundraising, project management, and community engagement
- Collaborate with a dedicated, like-minded team working toward meaningful change
If you’re ready to lead our fundraising efforts and drive positive change for animals in need, we’d love to hear from you!
Your work helps make a meaningful difference, while quietly strengthening the foundation that allows ROLDA’s mission to thrive.
Application Instructions:
Please complete this form and write a cover letter on why you would be a good fit for the role. We will contact you via email with the next steps once you submit your application.