Director Fundraising And Corporate Partnerships

Director Fundraising and Corporate Partnerships Add expected salary to your profile for insights Brainchild Foundation supports the families of children affected by brain and spinal cord tumours.
Founded in 2010, the Foundation is a close-knit community of medical professionals, dedicated parents, and friends united by a shared mission: to provide meaningful support to families navigating the challenges of life-threatening neurological conditions.
www.brainchild.org.au Position Overview: Director, Fundraising and Partnerships The Director of Fundraising and Partnerships will be responsible for leading the growth and retention of strategic corporate partnerships and fundraising initiatives.
Reporting directly to the Board, this senior role is critical to ensuring the sustainability and continued impact of the Foundation.
You will independently identify, secure, and manage high-value partnerships, negotiate mutually beneficial agreements, and confidently pitch compelling business cases that align with Brainchild's mission.
This is a high-impact role where your strategic efforts will directly support families in need.
Key Responsibilities Lead the acquisition and management of strategic partnerships with a focus on long-term, high-value relationships.
Drive targeted fundraising initiatives in line with the Foundation's strategic goals and financial sustainability.
Deliver measurable results that support Brainchild's operational budget and community impact.
Develop and maintain a disciplined pipeline management approach for new and existing opportunities.
Work autonomously while engaging effectively with the Board for guidance and strategic alignment.
Key Requirements Demonstrated success in fundraising, business development, or partnership roles—ideally within the not-for-profit sector.
Strong personal and professional networks that can be leveraged to benefit the Foundation.
Proven ability to meet or exceed KPIs in similar roles, including partnership acquisition and revenue generation.
Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to craft persuasive proposals.
Excellent stakeholder engagement, capture planning, and bid development capabilities.
Personal Attributes Professional maturity, integrity, and a strong sense of accountability.
Self-motivated, highly organised, and thrives when working independently.
Relationship-focused with a track record of developing and managing strategic partnerships.
Energetic and purpose-driven, with the focus to deliver outcomes aligned to mission.
Outcomes and Impact Measurable improvements in fundraising outcomes and partnership quality.
Development of a small, effective portfolio of long-term strategic partners.
Increased financial stability and impact of the Foundation's programs.
What We Offer Remuneration:$45,000 + superannuation for 12 hours per week (pro-rata equivalent: approx.
$138,000 FTE).
Flexibility: Work-from-home role with highly flexible hours.
Immediate Start.
Clarity and Focus: No competing priorities or excessive reporting.
Your focus is solely on building high-quality partnerships.
Rewarding Work: Be part of a small team making a big impact—professionally fulfilling and personally meaningful.
Location Remote, based in Queensland (or with strong familiarity with the Queensland community and corporate landscape).
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