Special Olympics Australia was established in 1976 providing sporting opportunities for people with an intellectual disabilities of all ages and abilities.

Our global mission is to provide year-round sports training, quality coaching, and competition in 16 Olympic and Olympic-type sports for children and adults with an intellectual disability, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community.

We create accessible sports training, coaching, and competition opportunities for all people with an intellectual disability whether they want to take part in recreational activities, aspire to climb the competition ladder, or seek additional opportunities outside of our program.

Vision: Everyone with an intellectual disability has the opportunity to participate in sport.

Mission: We create accessible sports training, coaching, and competition pathways so that people with an intellectual disabilities can achieve their personal best, in sport and in life

The Special Olympics Brisbane Club is currently seeking a Fundraising Coordinator to increase contributions of individuals and groups to sporting organisations by building relationships and explore new fundraising activities from various sources. You will also contribute to the delivery and running of events within our club. 

The ideal candidate will have well developed communication and interpersonal skills and previous experience in fundraising and event management in a not-for-profit environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspiring new supporters to raise money, while maintaining and developing relationships with existing supporters
• Raising awareness of Special Olympics Australia and its work at local and national levels, e.g. by giving talks to groups or seeking photo opportunities with the media
• Developing new and imaginative fundraising activities, many of which involve organising events

Key Tasks

• Inspiring new supporters to raise money, while maintaining and developing relationships with existing supporters.
• Raising awareness of Special Olympics Australia and its work at local and national levels, e.g. by giving talks to groups or seeking photo opportunities with the media
• Developing new and imaginative fundraising activities, many of which involve organising events

Essential Requirements

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification
• National Police / Criminal History Check
• Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good time management skills
• Ability to work independently

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of Special Olympics Australia and programs
• Experience in a similar role

Please send your resume and a cover letter (no longer than 1 page) detailing your experience, suitability, and availability for this position by emailing us at brisbane.secretary@specialolympics.com.au. Please note that if you do not include these documents, your application shall not be considered.

Special Olympics Australia is a child safe organization and conducts relevant checks as part of a volunteer screening.