Philanthropy & Growth Lead

Role Overview

As Philanthropy & Growth Lead, you will build relationships with major donors, trusts, businesses, government, and community partners to secure sustainable funding for MS Queensland’s programs, research, and future growth.

What You Will Do

You will connect with people and organisations who share MS Queensland’s purpose, nurture meaningful relationships, develop persuasive proposals, and create valuable partnership opportunities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will bring a natural relationship-building ability, relevant experience in philanthropy, fundraising, or related disciplines, and a track record of progressing opportunities and delivering results.

Requirements

• Relevant experience or qualifications in philanthropy, fundraising, business development, strategic partnerships, marketing, communications, social impact, or a related discipline.
• A proven ability to build trusted relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, giving funds, businesses, government, community organisations, or other influential stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the emotional intelligence, active listening, and influencing capability to understand motivations and inspire meaningful support.
• A track record of progressing opportunities and delivering results across major giving, grants, sponsorships, partnerships, or other revenue-generating activities.
• Commercial insight and strong organisational capability, including experience using CRM systems, prospect research, data, and financial or program information to manage pipelines and inform decisions.

Benefits

• Salary packaging benefits with up to $18,500 in tax-free not-for-profit packaging available through Eziway.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support your lifestyle and wellbeing.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to free learning and training such as Mental Health First Aid.
• Portable long service leave through QLeave as part of the community services sector.
• Family-friendly leave support, including paid maternity and partner leave.
• Financial wellbeing initiatives, including early access to earned wages and savings support.
• A values-led culture where your contribution is recognised and connected to real community impact.

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