• Exciting opportunity to be the next CEO of The Sydney Community Foundation and its two key initiatives Sydney Women’s Fund and Be Kind Sydney. It's a strategic executive leadership role that aims to build philanthropy, advocacy and funding for communities in need across Greater Sydney.
• Our vision is a community where people give together to make Sydney a kinder, safer and more inclusive city.
• 4-5 days, flexible working available in terms of hours and location
• Location: Paddington, Sydney NSW
• $175,000 plus super ONO and Not-for-profit salary packaging

Established in 2004, Sydney’s only independent community foundation with a local geographic focus, has raised more than $10 million for innovative, grassroots charities who design and run projects that support vulnerable people in the Greater Sydney area. SCF projects recognise the barriers faced by those struggling in our city, alleviating poverty and suffering by encouraging the strengths of the individual in their journey to independence. Supporting people one-by-one, we build stronger communities.

The well-established successful Sydney Women’s Fund and Be Kind Sydney are our two key initiatives changing lives for women, girls and their communities in Sydney.

focus for the role:

The CEO is an experienced general manager and an inspiring leader, with a business mindset who can lead strategic and operational management and create a vision for the Foundation’s success.

The CEO has ultimate responsibility for the performance of the organisation and will take action to enhance SCF’s financial sustainability while keeping the organisation’s purpose in perspective. This is a fantastic role for a dynamic & community focused leader who has high level fundraising, marketing and stakeholder management skills.

KEy Benefits:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Flexible schedule/working arrangements.
• Supportive Board.
• Community Building.
• Represent SCF, BKS and SWF at numerous exciting events throughout the year.

CANDIDATE CRITERIA AND STRENGTHS:

• A self-starter, skilled at establishing and executing a plan to deliver results.
• Demonstrated ability to liaise and effectively collaborate with Board members, donors and high-profile external stakeholders.
• Track record of successful fundraising.
• Skilled at relationship development and management, and able to build engagement across a diverse set of stakeholder groups.
• Strong executive presence, credibility and judgement.

Please read the Full CEO Job Description with this advert.

To discuss this role further please contact: Sophie McCarthy, Chair of the Sydney Community Foundation [email protected] using the subject line: Chief Executive Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs or call 0409 987 571.

For any application issues please contact Jodie at the Sydney Community Foundation on 8030 7050 or email [email protected]