Fundraising & Engagement Lead

7 days ago

North Bondi, Australia Community Health Support Full time

**Role Description: Fundraising & Engagement Lead**

**Location**: North Bondi, Sydney

**Employment Type**: Full-time, 12-month contract (initial term, with potential for extension).

**Reports to**: Executive Director

**About Community Health Support (CHS)**

Community Health Support (CHS) is a fast-growing not-for-profit based in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, on a bold mission to empower our community with confidence in a medical emergency.

Backed by a passionate team of over 100 volunteers and dedicated staff, CHS delivers lifesaving services that strengthen community resilience. From free, accredited CPR and first aid training to first aid equipment supply, on-the-ground event medical coverage, and a 24/7 emergency medical response and advice line - saving lives every day - we’re redefining how local communities prepare for and respond to medical emergencies.

**The Role**

We are looking for a passionate, relationship-driven fundraising professional to join CHS as our **Fundraising & Engagement Lead**. This is a mid-level role ideal for someone who thrives on community connection, is a passionate fundraiser who has experience in engaging with donors at all levels, and is confident in owning and driving campaigns.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director and working closely with our Marketing Coordinator and volunteer marketing committee, you’ll be responsible for growing and retaining CHS’s donor base, leading fundraising campaigns, and strengthening our presence in the community.

This is a strategic and execution-focused role. You’ll play a key role in creating CHS’s fundraising strategy and building the foundations for fundraising success. You will also be responsible for executing the strategy, engaging with donors, and managing all fundraising campaigns and appeals.

**Key ResponsibilitiesFundraising strategy**
- Work with the Executive Director and the Board to build a fundraising strategy for the short, medium, and long term
- Periodically lead a review of the strategy and make necessary adjustments

**Donor Growth & Retention**
- Design and implement strategies to grow the number of individual and recurring donors
- Strengthen donor relationships through engagement and communication to increase loyalty and long-term giving

**Campaign Management**
- Lead the planning and execution of key fundraising campaigns, including a Giving Day and other appeals
- Monitor and evaluate campaign performance, reporting on outcomes and learnings

**Community Engagement**
- Represent CHS at community events and create opportunities to deepen local support
- Identify and pursue new outreach and donor engagement opportunities

**Major Donor Support**
- Support the Executive Director and the Board in managing major donor relationships

**What We’re Looking For**
- Proven experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or community development
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Alignment with CHS’s mission and values

**What We Offer**
- A meaningful role in a fast-growing, high-impact organisation
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary packaging
- Be a part of a passionate, mission-driven team of staff and volunteers

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 30/09/2025

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