[Urgent] Fundraising Specialist

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- Hybrid full-time or part-time role (3 days WFH)

- A friendly, supportive and flexible team environment

- Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 + $2,650 entertainment allowance

About the role

Bolton Clarke is seeking a passionate and experienced Fundraising Specialist to lead and grow our national Trusts and Foundations program. This is a relationship‑driven role where you’ll engage face‑to‑face with philanthropic stakeholders, identify new funding opportunities, and craft compelling proposals that support our frontline care and research initiatives.

This is a permanent position based at our Forest Hill office, with the option to work Full‑time, 9‑days per fortnight or 4‑days per week.

We also offer the flexibility to work from any of our Melbourne offices (Forest Hill, Bundoora, Dandenong South or Ravenhall).

What You’ll Do

- Identify and respond to funding opportunities to grow income from Trusts and Foundations.

- Build and nurture relationships with Trustees, Grant Managers, and Private Ancillary Funds.

- Collaborate with internal teams to uncover fundable projects and align proposals with strategic goals.

- Develop high‑quality funding proposals that resonate with funders and are aligned with strategic objectives.

- Stay ahead of philanthropic trends and donor priorities.

- Report regularly on performance, KPIs, and financial outcomes.

- Represent Bolton Clarke externally to build awareness and secure sustainable financial support.

We Would Love to Hear From You If You Have

- Proven success in securing Trust and Foundation funding (4+ years’ experience).

- Successful track record in researching, developing, and writing trust funding submissions and proposals.

- Strong ability to connect with supporters and secure substantial multi‑year funding through face‑to‑face meetings and presentations.

- Highly analytical and research‑oriented, with a keen understanding of funding guidelines and requirements.

- Proficient in project management, multitasking, and stakeholder relationship building.

- Professional, detail‑oriented, and skilled in prioritizing conflicting deadlines and working under pressure.

- A donor‑centric mindset and commitment to building long‑lasting financially beneficial relationships.

Importantly, you will mirror our values of Be Kind; Listen; Be Curious; Always Safe; and Always Together in all aspects of your work.

Our Benefits

- A work culture that values you and invests in your career.

- Hybrid work model: 2 days in office, 3 days WFH.

- Flexibility to work from any of our Melbourne offices.

- Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 + $2,650 entertainment allowance.

- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

- Options for additional purchased leave.

- Flight Centre Travel Club holiday deals.

- Private health insurance discounts.

About Us

Bolton Clarke is Australia’s largest independent, not‑for‑profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885. Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our 43 retirement living communities and 88 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.

How to Apply

For further information or a copy of the Position Description please contact ksanelli@boltonclarke.com.au

Applicants must be willing to obtain a Federal Police Clearance, up‑to‑date Flu vaccination and have at least one Covid‑19 vaccination.

Bolton Clarke acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land which we live and work, their rich culture and spiritual connection to country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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