Advisor Philanthropy
Permanent, Part-time (22.5 hours per week)
Christchurch
About the role – Kōrero mō te tūranga
As our Advisor Philanthropy, you’ll be part of a dynamic fundraising team, responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with donors, supporters, and members. You’ll inspire significant gifts and bequests, helping us deliver life-changing services across New Zealand
This position requires frequent donor meetings outside the office. When performing desk-based tasks, we offer flexible working arrangements, ideally with three days based in the office and the remainder working from home. We’re open to discussing what flexibility looks like for you and how we can best support your working style.
NZRC offers a total remuneration approach of circa $90k for this role (noting this remuneration is the full time remuneration which would then be pro-rated to 22.5 hours), Our total remuneration approach comprises of base salary as well as employer contribution to KiwiSaver. While remuneration rates are set to reflect that we are a humanitarian not for profit organisation, we believe our employee leave provision and flexible working arrangements, provide a highly rewarding work experience.
In this role you will:
- Build and nurture respectful relationships with donors and supporters.
- Actively solicit significant gifts and bequest pledges.
- Manage a portfolio of donors and prospects with tailored engagement.
- Organise events and presentations to deepen donor connections.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align fundraising efforts.
- Maintain accurate records and produce activity reports.
Who are we looking for? – Mā wai te mahi nei?
To be successful you will have:
- Proven experience in donor stewardship, legacy fundraising, and making confident asks for significant gifts.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage across diverse communities.
- Solid understanding of fundraising principles, financial literacy, and customer relationship management.
- Ability to develop and deliver tailored fundraising programmes with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and EEO principles, with empathy and cultural awareness.
- Self-motivated, well-presented, and comfortable working autonomously while contributing to a team.
About New Zealand Red Cross
New Zealand Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian network, with over 13,000 members and employees dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and increasing community resilience.
Guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality, we support people in times of need and help strengthen their resilience.
We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.
Why work with us?
At New Zealand Red Cross, you’ll join a passionate and diverse team that values your contributions and shares your commitment to making a difference.
We are committed to represent the communities we serve, increasing diversity throughout our people and leadership, and creating a flexible and healthy work environment. Many roles offer flexible virtual/hybrid options to help our employees balance their personal and professional priorities.
Our benefits include:
- Five weeks annual leave
- Career development opportunities
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance
We also encourage employee networks, including Takatāpui and Rainbow Network, Rōpū Hāpai Māori and the Sustainability Network, to foster connection and collaboration across our diverse workforce.
Please submit your application online, as we’re unable to accept direct applications. Your application must include the following documentation:
- A recent copy of CV/Resume
- Legal Right to Work In New Zealand
You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this job. Applications close at 05:00 pm on 27/07/2026.
If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Gavin McLellan at gavin.mclellan@redcross.org.nz
Note: We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please register your interest early.
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