Philanthropy Executive

OIN THE PHILANTHROPY TEAM AT CHILDFUND AUSTRALIA

A career at ChildFund isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children worldwide.

ChildFund Australia is an independent international development organisation working to reduce poverty for children in developing communities. Our mission is to partner to create communities and systems change, which enables vulnerable children and young people, in all their diversity, to assert and realise their rights.

As a key member of our Philanthropy Team, you will cultivate and steward meaningful relationships with major donors and institutional funders to help meet ambitious fundraising goals. You will manage a portfolio of trusts, foundations, and corporates—leading high-quality grant submissions, reporting, and tailored stewardship that deepens engagement and drives impact.

You’ll be part of a passionate, innovative, and high-performing team that thrives on collaboration and pushing boundaries.

Your work will be vital in shaping our vision of global, community-led action.

How?

• Grant Submissions and Management: You'll lead the submission and management of grant proposals and reporting for trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. Work closely with internal stakeholders to align proposals with program priorities and manage reporting requirements to maintain strong funding relationships.
• Donor Engagement: You'll identify, qualify and build relationships with philanthropic donors, trusts and foundations, focusing on major gifts ($50,000+).
• Proposal Development: You'll write compelling, donor-centric proposals and reports that align our program priorities with donor interests, creating persuasive cases for support.
• Portfolio Management: You'll enhance donor relationships by understanding the motivations, needs, and goals of donors; tailor approaches to create value and inspire long-term commitment and increased giving.
• Compliance and Best Practice: You'll ensure all activities are compliant with national and state fundraising laws, as well as Australian Privacy Principles, while upholding the highest standards of donor care.
• Support Initiatives: You'll contribute to broader philanthropic initiatives and cross-functional projects that drive long-term growth in philanthropic revenue.

What skills and experience will you bring?

You’ll have:

• Passion for Impact: You’re motivated by a desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children living in poverty.
• Grants Experience: Demonstrated success in preparing and submitting grants and managing funder relationships is highly desirable.
• Exceptional Relationship Manager: You’re skilled in cultivating and managing relationships with donors and partners.
• Strategic and Creative: You have a knack for writing and presenting compelling proposals and making inspiring asks—whether in person, over the phone, or in writing.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment, working seamlessly with the Philanthropy team and other stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
• Experience: Demonstrated success in managing donor or sales portfolios.
• CRM skills would also be of benefit..

This role is a permanent, full time or part time role (80%), based in our office in Surry Hills, Sydney. Some local and interstate travel will be required.

We are supportive of flexible working arrangements, with our team working part of the week from home where responsibilities make this possible. As a PBI, we also provide our people with salary packaging benefits, which result in reduced tax liability.

Ending child poverty is going to take all of us. If you’re ready to be part of the movement, please apply.

NOTE: Short-listing of candidates will commence prior to the closure of this role, so please do not delay submitting your application.

Are you with us?

ChildFund Australia believes in a global community where children are safe and can reach their full potential. We take extensive steps to safeguard children in any work done by our people, i.e., our staff, volunteers and interns, supporters, partners, board members, ambassadors and suppliers. We strive to keep children safe through child safe practices, and rigorously ensure we prevent, oppose, and combat all exploitation and abuse of children and vulnerable people. As part of this commitment, all people working with us will undergo relevant background checks before joining ChildFund Australia.

At ChildFund Australia, all staff must remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding or sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment (SEAH) risks. Staff will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to understand our Child Safeguarding and PSEAH policies & procedures, promote strong safeguarding practices, and conduct themselves consistent with these policies.

In line with our values, diversity of people and ideas is critical to our work and our success at ChildFund Australia. We strive for a team culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and supportive. ChildFund is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for any vacancies.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our hiring process. If you have any specific needs or require assistance with the application process, please let us know