Philanthropy Officer

• Join a leading social justice law and policy centre
• Engage with stakeholders to support our funding strategy
• Full time or part time, minimum 3 days per week

The Justice and Equity Centre (JEC) is a leading social justice law and policy centre. We build a fairer, stronger society by helping to change laws, policies and practices that cause injustice and inequality.  

We offer a diverse and inclusive workplace where:

• wellbeing is actively promoted and flexibility is supported;
• we are committed to the professional development of our staff; and
• advantageous salary packaging options are available.

About the position

Reporting to the Relationships Manager and working closely with the Relationships Coordinator, you will support the development and maintenance of the JEC’s funding streams. Your responsibilities will include:

• identifying new funding opportunities that align with the JEC’s priority projects;
• developing grant applications, funding proposals, and reports; and
• building relationships with funders and internal stakeholders.

About you

Ideally, you have a track record in not-for-profit fundraising operations with experience in:

• delivering high-quality grant applications and funding proposals to deadlines;
• planning, scheduling, and delivering governance requirements; and
• maintaining databases with financial, relational, and technical information.
• being adaptive and capable of pivoting to meet the needs of the team.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Apply now

If you share our passion for social justice and would like to inspire others to support our mission, please send your resume along with a covering letter addressing the knowledge, skills and experience section in the position description.

Inquiries should be directed to Hilary Blackman via [email protected].

Please send your application to [email protected], including ‘Philanthropy Officer’ in the subject field.

There is no closing date for applications. We encourage you to contact us to discuss the role and submit an application as soon as possible.