Head of Philanthropy

Are you seeking a rewarding role that uses your exceptional philanthropic experience to tackle poverty and injustice to see positive change in some of the world’s hardest places?

 

You could be Tearfund’s new Head of Philanthropy.

  • An opportunity to work with one of Australia’s most-loved international development agencies to address the root causes of poverty and injustice in some of the world’s hardest places.

  • You’ll express your deep personal faith and commitment to a more just and compassionate world, by creating opportunities to amplify our mission and drive impact with key donors and partners.

  • Through your role on Tearfund’s engagement leadership team, you will develop fresh initiatives, see expanded partnerships, and drive a renewed philanthropic focus.

  • You’ll have the ability to analyse data, improve processes and build a strong and healthy team.

 

About Tearfund:

Tearfund partners with Christians in Australia and around the world as changemakers to tackle the root causes of poverty, release hope, champion justice and equip communities to flourish. 

To work at Tearfund is to live out your vocation; a space where your faith, passion for justice and skills intersect. Tearfund offers you the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need it the most. As part of the Tearfund team, you are part of a movement which works toward a just and compassionate world in which all people can achieve their God-given potential.

 

About the role:

This is your chance to make a lasting difference in working for a more just and compassionate world. In this role you get the privilege of being a strategist, innovator and teambuilder – leading a team who have a passion about making a difference with those who need their support and connecting people around a shared vision and cause. You’ll develop your skills as a strategic thinker and leader, networker, communicator, and fundraising professional. 

Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Engagement, you will lead and manage Tearfund’s philanthropy team program focusing on cultivating and securing major gifts and bequests. In this role, will you play a key part in driving sustained growth and support for Tearfund’s important work? 

Tearfund offers a warm, friendly and flexible work environment, generous salary packaging benefits, and the challenge to grow and explore in your faith and justice journey.

 

Position Location: 

Based in any Australian capital city on the eastern seaboard (Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane). Currently Tearfund adopts a hybrid working approach.

 

What you’ll need to have:

  • A deep personal commitment to a more just and compassionate world, along with the ability to communicate this in a compelling and personable way.

  • Experience of leading philanthropy and relational fundraising programs ideally in the not-for-profit sector with a track record of achievement in donor engagement and stewarding.

  • Experience leading healthy and high functioning teams.

  • Ability to work with a CRM system, along with reporting and analytical skills.

  • Ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate strong relationship-building and networking skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Familiarity, active involvement in, and broad understanding of the evangelical church and community.

  • A relevant undergraduate qualification or an equivalent, alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience in fundraising.

 

How to apply:

To apply, send us your CV to people@tearfund.org.au

In a short cover letter, tell us:

  • Why Tearfund? How do your values align with ours?

  • How your fundraising and team leadership experience meets the role selection criteria in the Job ad and position description.

Recruitment timeline: This advertising period has an initial closing date of 25th April 2025 Short-listing and interviews may commence prior to the closure of this role, so please do not delay submitting your application.

Enquiries: Please contact Greg on Ph: 03 9264 7000

Tearfund Australia’s recruitment and selection procedures and checks reflect our commitment to the well-being and protection of children and vulnerable adults. Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, such as a National Police Check and/or a Working With Children Check.

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