At SPCA New Zealand, every day is different – and everyday matters. We’re looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate Events & Community Coordinator to help grow and support this incredible community.

About the role

Reporting to the Events Manager, this role supports SPCA’s fundraising and community engagement initiatives to drive participation, donor acquisition, retention, and financial growth.

You’ll be the friendly face (and voice) behind our events and community fundraisers, helping supporters every step of their fundraising journey. From first contact through to celebration, thanking and recognition. You’ll also work closely with the Events Manager to plan and deliver SPCA’s national fundraising events, providing hands-on support to ensure every detail runs smoothly. With a focus on exceptional customer service, coordination, and communication, you’ll help ensure every participant enjoys an outstanding and memorable experience.

You will -

• Support the delivery of SPCA’s annual calendar of fundraising events, ensuring each campaign meets objectives and financial targets.
• Provide hands-on support for SPCA national events, working closely with the Events Manager to coordinate logistics, volunteers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Champion community fundraising, managing supporter enquiries and logistics for local events, Giving in Memory campaigns, and other community initiatives.
• Manage and grow SPCA’s collection box fundraising programme, including placement, maintenance, and relationship management with host locations. Working closely with Centres and Community Support Officers around the country.
• Maintain, update, and manage SPCA’s Fundraising Hub, ensuring it remains an engaging, accurate, and useful resource for supporters.
• Build and nurture relationships with fundraisers, donors, and volunteers through thoughtful stewardship, phone calls, and tailored communications.
• Maintain accurate data, reconcile event income, and provide regular reports to the Digital Fundraising & Events Manager.
• Assist with copy writing of event communications for national events. Assist with design and creativity for national and community fundraising initiatives.
• Contribute to a safe and positive team environment in line with SPCA’s Health & Safety values.

About you

You’ll have around 3+ years’ experience in event fundraising or event management and be comfortable using CRM or fundraising platforms (e.g. Raiser’s Edge, Funraisin, Grassrootz) and have a full, clean NZ drivers’ licence.

You will have exceptional customer service and communication skills – phone and written, strong organisational and data management skills and attention to detail. You will have the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines at once and a familiarity with social media, digital tools, and reporting would be great.

Having confidence public speaking or presenting, a proficiency with Canva or general design ability to create engaging fundraising materials and a creative, proactive mindset and an eye for innovation would also be a bonus in this role.

Why you’ll love working with us

• You’ll be making a real difference in the lives of thousands of animals across Aotearoa
• Flexible working options and a collaborative, values-driven culture
• A workplace that champions kindness – to animals, our supporters, and each other
• Support for professional development and growth
• The chance to turn your event skills into meaningful impact

Ready to make a difference?

Apply now and help us change lives – one paw at a time.
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