Fundraising Communications Specialist

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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Archdiocese of Brisbane Full time

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Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane - Catholic Foundation

Brisbane CBD

Full-time, permanent

Relocation allowance available for interstate applicants

About Us

The Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane is a dynamic, faith-based community comprising 98 parishes, 146 schools, and 190 social service sites. We employ over 16,000 staff across our agencies including Centacare, Archdiocesan Ministries, Brisbane Catholic Education, and more.

About The Role

Are you a passionate storyteller who knows how to move hearts and inspire generosity? We are seeking a Fundraising Communications Specialist to join our dynamic, purpose-driven team.

In this impactful role, you will develop and deliver engaging content that inspires connection and drives meaningful support for ministries serving people and communities in need — from outreach and homelessness services to Catholic education bursaries and support for seminarian formation.

Join a supportive, faith-led environment where your creativity and communication skills will help make a real difference.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the strategy and execution of all donor communications, ensuring messages are inspiring, brand-aligned, and mission-driven across print and digital channels
  • Develop and implement an annual fundraising communications plan across multiple Catholic charitable causes
  • Craft compelling content for appeals, donor journeys, social media, websites, and campaign collateral
  • Write inspiring copy for print and digital channels, including appeal letters, newsletters, video scripts, and reports
  • Collaborate with fundraising, creative, and donor services teams to tell powerful impact stories
  • Engage and deepen donor relationships through tailored, mission-driven messaging
  • Analyse and report on campaign performance to continuously improve engagement and outcomes

What you'll bring
  • A passion for purpose and making a positive impact
  • Degree in marketing, communications, or similar
  • 5+ years' experience in fundraising communications, copywriting, or donor engagement
  • Exceptional storytelling and copywriting skills across various formats
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects to deadline
  • Experience with CRMs, digital fundraising tools, and content planning
  • Strong collaboration skills and ability to work both autonomously and within a team
  • Alignment with the mission and values of the Catholic Church

Why you'll love working with us
  • A values-driven culture grounded in faith, service, and respect
  • A supportive team that values ideas, creativity, and shared success
  • Opportunities to grow your skills and shape your role
  • Purposeful work that supports ministries making a difference in the world
  • Flexible hybrid working options (with in-office collaboration encouraged)
  • Relocation allowance available for interstate candidates

To apply for this role please submit a cover letter and resume via the Apply For This Job button.

For further information please contact HR Recruitment Coordinator Brent Hunter hunterb@bne.catholic.net.au

The Archdiocese of Brisbane is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults engaged in Archdiocesan activities, ministries and services, and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. To support this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screenings during recruitment and require employees to hold a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card and/or undergo regular criminal history checksSeniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionMarketing
  • IndustriesReligious Institutions

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