Do you want to make a real difference? Come join Camp Quality, a children’s cancer charity that has been bringing positivity, fun and laughter back into the lives of kids impacted by cancer for over 40 years.

Our services and programs are free of charge for kids (0-15) and their families at every stage of the cancer experience.

We live by our motto that ‘laughter is the best medicine’ which means being part of our team involves a happy, connected workplace.

At Camp Quality, we appreciate the unique skills and experience each team member contributes and offer an inclusive, supportive culture to help them thrive.   

The benefits of working at Camp Quality

• Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid model of working from home and the office
• Generous salary packaging options
• Additional leave days for permanent employees – we call them Celebrating Life Benefits!
• Annual remuneration reviews
• Helping Camp Quality be a source of positivity and support for kids impacted by cancer
• Enjoy the culture of an award-winning organisation: Best Workplace 2022 - 2025

About the Role

The Philanthropy Manager is a key part of our Revenue team. With a hands-on approach, you will be growing Camp Quality's major gifts program through the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of high-value donors and prospects in NSW and QLD. Working on building and managing a portfolio of major donors, you will enjoy developing meaningful, long-term relationships that inspire transformational giving and create a lasting impact for children facing cancer and their families.

You will be driving sustainable revenue growth through strategic donor engagement, philanthropy and stewardships, developing and managing key relationships with donors, philanthropic trusts and foundations, supporting the implementation of Camp Quality's philanthropic strategy, and leading the day-to-day operations of our philanthropy program.

Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum 7 - 10 years' experience in major gifts, philanthropy or relationship fundraising, with a demonstrated track record of securing gifts and growing giving.
• Proven success managing a portfolio of major donors and prospects through identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Demonstrated ability to develop donor engagement strategies that result in increased philanthropic investment and long-term supporter relationships.
• Experience in prospect research and preparing compelling donor proposals, funding applications, impact reports and stewardship communications.
• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship management skills, with the confidence to engage donors and supporters at all levels.
• High attention to detail, discretion and sound judgement when handling sensitive donor information.
• CRM systems experience (preferably Salesforce).
• Ability to set, monitor and manage budgets and meet performance targets
• Excellent project management skills: working to tight deadlines, prioritise tasks and workload

Other requirements for this role:

• The willingness to adhere to Camp Quality’s WHS plans, training (including mental health and wellbeing), policies and procedures
• Full Australian working rights
• Current unrestricted driver’s license
• Some out of hours work may be required
• Some inter / intra state travel will be required
• Current Working with Children Check

Qualifications and Training

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, marketing, business or other relevant studies
• Relevant fundraising qualifications, including Fundraising Institute Australia (FIA) accreditation or professional development.

To apply hit ‘Apply Now’ - please include a resume and cover letter, responding to the criteria listed above. Camp Quality commit to responding to every applicant.

Diversity and Inclusion

Camp Quality honours human rights, celebrates diversity and fosters a climate of mutual respect to promote an inclusive environment that affirms the intrinsic value of each individual. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all cultural backgrounds, ages, genders, sexual orientations, religions, as well as those that are neurodiverse, with a disability or carer responsibilities. Should you have any particular support needs, you are encouraged to include these in your application so we can explore with you during the recruitment process.

All front-line employees (working in a position with direct contact with children, families, and working in schools or hospitals) must supply evidence of applicable immunisations prior to commencing the role.

We are proud to hold National Safeguarding Children accreditation. All successful candidates must undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment and hold a valid working with children check.