Philanthropy Lead

• Join a passionate team committed to advancing innovative fundraising and partnerships that drive positive social impact
• Part time (3 days per week) ongoing opportunity with a NFP organisation based in Abbotsford
• Competitive pay with superannuation and salary packaging benefits up to $15,900

About the opportunity
We are seeking an experienced relationship builder to help develop relationships with philanthropic supporters, with the ultimate aim of increasing our untied revenue. This will include growing mid-level donors into major givers, supporting bequestors, soliciting existing major donors and acquiring new donors with a special focus on optimizing fundraising opportunities inspired by our 40^th Anniversary this year.

About the program
This hybrid role sits within the Partnerships, Fundraising and Marketing team and works alongside 4 other enthusiastic fundraising specialists.
The successful applicant would thrive in using data to find new opportunities and identifies creative ways to communicate with our very special supporters. Applicants from outside the fundraising industry will be considered if they have equivalent experience.

Australian Childhood Foundation
The Australian Childhood Foundation is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting children and young people to recover from the impacts of abuse, neglect, and family violence. We provide specialist therapeutic services, advocacy, and education programs underpinned by the latest research in neuroscience, attachment, and trauma. Our work is driven by a commitment to creating safe, supportive environments where every child can thrive.

About you - Key Selection Criteria:

• Experience building relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
• 3 years’ experience delivering a bequests, major or mid-level donor program or;
• 3 years' experience in a relationship building role, with exposure to a CRM database such as Salesforce; to support, plan and utilise data.
• An appropriate qualification or relevant experience suited to fundraising or sales disciplines.
• Excellent organisational skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with shifting and short deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills with demonstrated success working with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• A collaborative and positive working style.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop reports and presentations.
• A proactive self-starter who thrives on finding innovative methods to reach a variety of audiences and can work independently.
• A current National Criminal History Check & Working with Children Check.

What we offer

• Salary Packaging – Increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900 of tax-free benefits.
• Wellbeing Support – Access to confidential Employee Assistance program
• National Network – Connect with a passionate professional community across Australia.
• Values-Driven Culture: Be part of a trauma-informed, child-focused organisation that puts children’s needs and voices at the centre of everything we do.
• Real Impact – Contribute to innovative programs that create meaningful change for children, young people and families.

To learn more about our work and the impact we’re making for children and families, please visit: https://www.childhood.org.au/

To Apply:
If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of children, please click APPLY and attach a copy of your current resume along with a cover letter, addressing each of the Key Selection Criteria.
🔎 For a copy of the Position Description please visit: https://auschildhood.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/HumanResourcesHub/IQAZc3qzMnwNRJukknuNYIKxAeRDCE-vo56WLLJAiuVVcjA

Applications close on 31 April or upon the appointment of a suitable candidate – we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Australian Childhood Foundation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment including National Police Check, Working with Children Checks and additional State based program checks.
Australian Childhood Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Members of the LGBITQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.