Senior Philanthropy Manager

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Children’s Hospital Foundation funds cutting-edge equipment, vital research and on the ground support for kids with all illnesses, injuries and conditions, throughout Queensland and northern New South Wales. We identify and action gaps in funding and support right across the kids’ health landscape – the places left lacking but no less deserving.

Be the Difference

Are you ready to be part of something special? It is an exciting time to join the Children’s Hospital Foundation as we embark on a period of transformation to achieve our ambitious five-year strategy. We aren’t just evolving; we are revolutionising how we make a difference to sick kids across Queensland.

We value who you are, not just your skillset. We are looking for people who are purposeful, wholehearted, collaborative, curious and courageous. People who are prepared to lead from where they stand and who are excited to build it with us.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, then we want to meet you!

The role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to lead our Philanthropy team. This is a full-time, permanent role that will be based at our beautiful office in South Brisbane.

The Senior Philanthropy Manager has a strategic focus and is specifically designed to grow the value and strengthen the portfolio across major donors, Private Ancillary Foundations (PAFs), and philanthropy committees and their networks.

The Senior Philanthropy Manager will be responsible for driving philanthropic support, cultivating strategic partnerships, and elevating the organization's profile through a calendar of annual events & activations and application of a major donor stewardship strategy.

Who are you?

A strategic thinker with a passion for creating change.

A professional and articulate leader who has a passion for making a difference.

A strong relationship builder who strives to understand our partners and our cause.

A collaborative leader who is objective and results driven, who can motivate and unify a team towards a common vision.

Key criteria

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

1. Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline.
2. Five + years of experience in philanthropy, business development, media/PR, or related fields, with demonstrated success in securing major gifts, corporate partnerships, and media coverage.
3. Demonstrated experience developing credible, tailored, articulate and compelling cases for support for prospective supporters.
4. Strong leadership skills with experience in leading and mentoring high performing teams.
5. Excellent communication skills, including persuasive writing, public speaking, and media relations, with the ability to articulate complex concepts and engage diverse audiences effectively.
6. Demonstrated experience in successful Business Development strategies and tactics.

What is our difference?

When you join the team, you’re not just doing another ‘job’. You are playing your part, bringing about real change, creating the difference every kid deserves. Our team is passionate, inclusive, fun and caring. You will also be able to access a range of benefits and programs to help you be the best version of you, including:

1. A market-competitive salary package
2. 3 bonus days of annual leave
3. NFP salary packaging benefits
4. Work/life balance through flexible and hybrid working
5. Learning and development opportunities
6. Free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support for you and your family
7. Modern open plan office overlooking South Bank and the Brisbane River

How to apply

A copy of the position description can also be found through the below link. We are unable to consider your application unless you apply via this link.

https://childrenshospitalfoundation.bamboohr.com/careers/169?source=aWQ9Ng%3D%3D

Applications close COB Thursday 1 May 2025, however, they will be reviewed during this time.

We welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people living with a disability, the LGBTQI community, people with neurological differences, mature age workers, as well as parents and carers returning to the workforce.

To be eligible for permanent employment within the Children’s Hospital Foundation you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident.

The Children’s Hospital Foundation is committed to child safety. The Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 requires that people who work with children in certain categories of employment undergo the ‘working with children’ check. All Foundation employees must be eligible for a Blue Suitability Card, issued by the Department of Justice and Attorney-General. The issue and maintenance of a positive suitability notice is a requirement for continued employment at the Foundation.