Apply Philanthropy Manager (0.8FTE) - Geelong Community Foundation ...

The Organisation
The Geelong Community Foundation champions a permanent endowment model, thoughtfully distributing a portion of funds under management annually to address current and systemic challenges in employability, health (including mental health), education, cost of living, social support, and homelessness. Guided by its enduring ambition of “Giving Forever” the Foundation exists to create meaningful change in perpetuity—backed by a committed donor base and a collaborative, impact-driven team comprised of the CEO, Grants Manager, Communication Manager, and the Philanthropy Manager, with administrative support.

The Role & Its Purpose
We are seeking an authentic, strategic Philanthropy Manager who will engage deeply with donors and communities, connecting them with causes that truly resonate.

Beyond growing the corpus, you’ll create new and inspiring ways for donors to participate—from engaging younger philanthropists through annual giving and collective initiatives like P500, to establishing Women’s Impact, theme-based, or regional giving groups. You’ll also design corporate giving and structured Gifts in Wills programs that extend the Foundation’s reach and legacy.

You’ll be hands-on, from ideation to execution, and work shoulder-to-shoulder with a talented team and dedicated volunteers. The role is 0.8 FTE, with 2.5 office days required (Monday to Wednesday), and an expectation to play a key role at events, regional committee and clubs and support with marketing and administrative tasks as needed, such as coordination and administration of the Donor Communications Committee Meetings.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience managing philanthropic funds, ideally within corpus models and community-driven grant making. 
• Passion for community and donor engagement and a commitment to achieve meaningful change.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build and nurture relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven capacity for strategic thinking, staying abreast of philanthropic trends and delivering upon the Foundation’s Fundraising Strategy.
• Adaptability, initiative, and a collaborative spirit.
• Dedication to upholding the Foundation’s values and advancing its mission.

Please contact Harvest Director, Maree Herath on 0438 517 085 to learn more or apply now.