Senior Philanthropy Executive

This is an opportunity for a Senior Philanthropy Executive to use your philanthropy fundraising and relationship-building expertise to secure significant investment from trusts foundations government departments and philanthropic organisations funding initiatives that can change lives and create better opportunities for the Autistic community for generations to come.

This is a full time maternity cover role 18 month contract concluding April 2028. 

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Relationship and Philanthropy Manager youll play a key role in growing Aspects Trusts & Foundations portfolio and developing sustainable philanthropic income aligned to our strategic priorities.

Youll take ownership of the full grants lifecycle - from researching and identifying the right funding opportunities through to developing compelling cases for support writing high-quality applications managing submissions reporting on outcomes and building long-term relationships with funders.

Youll work across Aspect with colleagues in education adult services Autism-Friendly research marketing finance and fundraising to understand the impact of our work and translate it into compelling funding opportunities.

This is more than grant writing. Its about understanding what matters to funders connecting that with Aspects strategic priorities and building partnerships that enable us to do more.

To find out more click here to view the Position Profile.

Qualifications :

About you:

Youre an experienced philanthropy or fundraising professional who knows how to turn an opportunity into a compelling proposition - and a proposition into sustainable funding.

Youll bring:

• 5 years experience in philanthropy Trusts & Foundations major giving grant writing or relationship management.
• Strong knowledge of the philanthropic landscape including current trends best practice and emerging funding opportunities.
• A proven track record of generating retaining and growing income through strong long-term relationships.
• Exceptional written communication skills and the ability to develop compelling proposals presentations and cases for support.
• Strong stakeholder management influencing and relationship-building skills with the confidence to work across a complex organisation.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to take projects from concept through to delivery while coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Commercial and strategic acumen with the ability to understand organisational priorities and translate them into compelling funding opportunities.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills particularly Word Excel and Outlook.
• Experience working with CRM and relationship management systems preferably Salesforce.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business Marketing/Communications Philanthropy/Fundraising Commerce or a related discipline are desirable.
• A genuine passion for social change and the disability sector.

Youll also need a current Working with Children Check (NSW) and National Police Check.

Additional Information :

Why join Aspect

At Aspect youll be part of an organisation that is making a genuine difference in the lives of autistic people and their families. Youll have the opportunity to use your philanthropy expertise to help fund work that has a lasting impact while working alongside passionate people who are committed to creating a more inclusive world.

Were curious courageous collaborative and caring. We challenge the status quo speak up work together and treat people with kindness understanding and respect.

• Professional Learning opportunities for career advancement
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Hybrid working arrangements flexibility between the office and home/remote
• Modern workspace with end-of-trip facilities on the doorstep of Chatswood train and metro station dining and retail outlets
• Employee referral incentives
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Beny
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

To apply: To apply click the Im Interested button and submit your application; a cover letter is optional. 

Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.. 

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples neurodivergent people people with a disability the LGBTQIA community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes and are happy to individualise these.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time