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Join Our Team as a Manager, Translation

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's health?We are now recruiting for a part-time (3 days per week), permanent Manager, Translation to play a critical role in translating the impact of activities funded by the RCH Foundation and its donors, whilst enabling the development of trusted and enduring relationships with our philanthropic partners.

Who we are

Founded in 1989, the Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) Foundation is the fundraising arm of the Royal Children's Hospital, one of the world's leading children's hospitals. The RCH Foundation has the vital role of raising and distributing donated funds to the hospital, enabling the very best patient and family care and support, and saving and improving the lives of our sickest children. While a legally separate organisation, the RCH Foundation works closely with the RCH in achieving its vision.

The Role

The Manager, Translation reports to the Director of Impact and Strategy and is responsible for the effective provision of centralised impact reporting, including development of a content library to support the Fundraising team in engaging prospective supporters and nurturing relationships with current supporters, contributing to bespoke donor documents as briefed by the Fundraising team and translation of impact at a donor, organisational, Board and Community level.

About You

- You are purpose driven and committed to the mission and values of the RCH Foundation
- You have 3+ years' experience in the not-for-profit sector, with demonstrated experience in developing and executing communications that translate complex concepts into succinct key messaging that engages donors and demonstrates impact
- Ideally you have experience in health and or research organisation and/or experience in a fundraising or other NFP organisation
- You have experience in grant impact measures, and proven success in maintaining positive working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
- You possess excellent verbal and written communication, including writing for a range of mediums and high-level presentation skills
- You have advanced computer literacy, including the Microsoft Office Suite
- Ideally, you will have experience using SalesForce or a similar CRM, as well as grant management experience
- You are confident in your work, but know when and how to consult others to keep work moving, to achieve the best results and to avoid risk
- You have a commitment to professional development

Key Selection Criteria

- Exceptional writing and editing skills with a high level of attention to detail and demonstrated ability to translate complex information for the lay audience
- Superior interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to prepare highly tailored and bespoke communications
- A creative thinker with demonstrated experience in preparing various communication materials, including reports, videos and other materials
- Excellent time management skills and the proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet agreed deadlines
- Ability to work collegially in a diverse and collaborative environment and help ensure coordinated, integrated, and efficient workflow

Why Join Us?

- Be part of a highly supportive team which consistently rates its culture as one of the best things about working at the RCH Foundation
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- The chance to make a real impact in the community
- A truly flexible hybrid working model
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including:

- Salary packaging (up to $15,900)

- Leave loading

- Three bonus days of leave between Christmas and New Year for the office close-down period

- Two additional days of leave per year to support staff wellbeing and mental health

- Two additional days of personal leave per year

- Two days of volunteer leave per year

- Enhanced parental leave offer

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to our mission, we would love to hear from you

- Download the position description.
- Include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Applications which do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.
- Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are a great fit for this role on the Bamboo online portal, via the 'Apply For This Job' link.

Please email any enquiries to Amy Whitehead, Director, Impact and Strategy, atamy.whitehead@rch.org.au using the subject line: Manager, Translation, or call Amy on 0403 122 209 for a conversation about the role.

Application Deadline: 11pm on Monday 25 August 2025, however applications will be assessed as they are received, so don't delay

Join us and be a part of something meaningful. Together, we can make a difference

The RCH Foundation is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds,all members of the LGBTIQA+ community and people with disability.

Commitment to child safety

The welfare of children will always be the RCH Foundation's first priority, and it has zero-tolerance towards to any actions, behaviours, words or sentiments that may cause harm, including child abuse. Policies and practices are sensitive to the protection of children and, wherever there is contact with children and their families, the aim is to create a child safe environment.

The RCH Foundation is committed to the principles of cultural safety and inclusion of children from diverse backgrounds, and to the safety and inclusion of children with disability and recognises that these principles support the safety of all children.

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