• Collaborative team, flexibility, and great staff benefits
• Thomastown (Wurundjeri Country)
• Full-time, ongoing

Are you a relationship builder with a passion for inspiring generosity and driving impact?

Lead strategies that grow fundraising income and partnerships for a trusted child, youth and family services organisation.

Kids First Australia is a leading child, youth and family services organisation with a 130-year legacy of standing beside children and families. We exist to improve the life trajectories of children and young people across Australia. This inspires us every day.

As our Fundraising Manager, you'll design and deliver strategies that strengthen our revenue streams, build authentic partnerships, and engage donors and supporters to advance our purpose.

We want to hear from you if you enjoy:

• Developing and implementing fundraising campaigns, appeals and events that inspire action
• Building strong relationships with donors, corporate partners, and community supporters
• Leading stewardship initiatives that communicate impact and foster long-term engagement
• Driving growth across individual giving, partnerships, events, and community fundraising
• Collaborating with a talented team to deliver integrated campaigns and creative content.

What you bring

You're a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in fundraising and partnerships. You've successfully grown revenue through one or more streams - whether individual giving, corporate partnerships, or events, and you know how to craft compelling proposals and donor communications. You're data-driven, organised, and thrive in a collaborative environment.

What we offer

• The chance to lead fundraising initiatives from concept to delivery, making a tangible difference
• Salary packaging
• Flexible, hybrid working including a monthly RDO, and 3 extra days' leave over Christmas
• Professional development
• An inclusive and outcomes-focused culture

Ready to lead with purpose and inspire generosity?

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://kidsfirst.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6833648.

For enquiries about the position connect with Clare Lombardi, Director, Marketing, Communications & Fundraising at clombardi@kidsfirstaustralia.org.au

Applications close 01 December 2025.