Company Description The NeuroSurgical Research Foundation (NRF), founded in 1963 and headquartered in Adelaide, South Australia, is dedicated to advancing innovation in neuroscience to improve patient outcomes and save lives. NRF funds and supports world-class, translational research that bridges laboratory discoveries and real-world clinical treatments. The foundation focuses on critical conditions such as brain tumors, stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, neurodegenerative diseases, concussion, and pediatric neurosurgical disorders.

By collaborating with leading clinicians and researchers, NRF works to develop better treatments, slow disease progression, and enhance quality of life for individuals and families affected by neurological conditions. This mission-driven environment offers team members the opportunity to contribute directly to impactful, life-changing research.

Role Description The Digital and Event Fundraising Officer is a part-time, on-site role based in the Greater Adelaide Area, with opportunity to work from home. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering fundraising campaigns across digital channels and in-person events to grow NRF’s supporter base and revenue. Day-to-day tasks include managing website and social media content, developing email and online fundraising appeals, coordinating event logistics, liaising with donors, sponsors, and community partners, and tracking campaign performance.





The role also involves preparing promotional materials, maintaining accurate fundraising records, and working closely with the broader team to ensure consistent messaging and strong donor stewardship. This position is suited to someone who is highly organized, comfortable engaging with stakeholders, and motivated by supporting medical research with real community impact.

Qualifications

- Robust Communication and Writing skills for donor engagement, campaign messaging, event promotion, and stakeholder correspondence.
- Understanding of Philanthropy and Charities, including donor-centered practices, fundraising principles, and nonprofit sector dynamics.
- Excellent Organization Skills for event planning, timeline management, record-keeping, and coordination of multiple projects.
- Experience with digital fundraising tools and platforms (e.g., email marketing, social media, fundraising CRMs, online donation systems).
- Prior experience in fundraising, events, marketing, or community engagement within a nonprofit or health-related organization is highly desirable.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community groups in a professional and inclusive manner.
- Comfort working on-site in the Greater Adelaide Area, including occasional evenings or weekends for events.
- Relevant tertiary qualification in fundraising, communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

📌 Digital and Event Fundraising Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 NeuroSurgical Research Foundation
📍 Adelaide