• Full-time position located at Auchenflower
• Exciting, world class research and clinical trials
• Drive philanthropy and a diversified funding strategy
• Member of the Executive Leadership Team

About us

We are proud to be different. While we are Queensland's second oldest medical research Institute, we are deliberately small and move with agility and creativity, enabling us to conduct high-quality, ethical, and rigorous research without being restrained by unnecessary bureaucracy.

Through our world-class research programs and bespoke services, we pursue emerging opportunities and innovation in health and medical research. We have a diversified funding strategy to enable sustained research growth and stability, avoiding reliance on grant cycles, enabling our researchers to focus on what they do best: research.

It’s an exciting time to join Wesley Research Institute with a brand refresh, growing team and new 3-year strategic plan.

About the role

Reporting to the CEO, the Head of Philanthropy will drive our diversified funding strategy to underpin our financial sustainability for the long term.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Support the executive team in developing and implementing the organisation’s 3-year strategy.
• Lead the development and implementation of the organisation’s Philanthropic strategy and annual operation plan.
• Support the CEO in managing major donors and corporate partnerships including actively seeking sponsorships, trusted partnerships and prospect matching.
• Develop the organisation’s bequest program and manage and maintain relationships with bequestors and bequest prospects.

• Responsible for and in conjunction with Marketing and Communications, developing and updating donor proposals, project plans, and progress reports.
• Manage and maintain relationships with Trusts and Foundations and PAFs to develop proposals and report on impact.
• Oversee and manage the donor database, including updating, reporting and analytics.

Desirable skills/experience 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role preferably within NFP sector
• Proven track record in achieving donation income targets with a successful history of generating philanthropic income
• Demonstrated experience of building strong trusted relationships with stakeholders both internal and external
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to pitch successful proposals and grant applications

Benefits 

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Access to salary packaging, - up to $15,900 per year tax free plus up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meals and entertainment
• A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, a wellbeing program, and employee assistance program
• Subsidised onsite parking

How to apply

Submit your CV and cover letter addressing your experience against the above criteria.

Interviews for suitable applicants may commence prior to the closing date.