Director of Advancement

About the role

• Lead advancement, philanthropy, communication and engagement strategy
• Shape growth, enhance reputation and deepen community and donor impact
• Outstanding senior leadership role in one of Brisbane's most respected schools

The Organisation

For 150 years, St Joseph's College, Gregory Terrace, has been forming young men of faith, learning and service. A leading Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, Terrace is one of Queensland's most respected independent schools. With 1900 students across five campuses, the College combines strong academic achievement with a deep commitment to community, values and inclusion.

The St Joseph's College Foundation plays a vital role in supporting the College's mission, mobilising philanthropic support to fund bursaries, capital projects and future growth. Together, the College and Foundation are building on a proud legacy of community generosity and service, ensuring Terrace continues to provide transformational educational opportunities for generations to come.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience
• Strategic role with strong support from the College Leadership Team and Principal
• Member of the College Leadership Team with a voice in the daily leadership and future direction of the College
• Brisbane based offering an exceptional professional and lifestyle opportunity for local and interstate candidates

The Role

Reporting directly to the College Principal and as a member of the College Leadership Team, the Director of Advancement will lead an integrated strategy across philanthropy, communications, marketing and community engagement.

You will strengthen the College's philanthropic culture, deepen community partnerships, and enhance its reputation and reach. With a possible major capital campaign on the horizon, this is a transformative leadership opportunity to shape Terrace's next phase of growth.

Specifically you will:

• Lead strategic initiatives in fundraising, communications, and engagement
• Drive philanthropic growth across key audiences
• Foster a culture of connection across the College and its extended community
• Represent Terrace with distinction across stakeholder and alumni networks
• Work closely with the College Foundation and Chair to advance a culture of giving including stewardship of major donors, alumni and supporters
• Liaise regularly with the School Advisory Council to ensure alignment between advancement strategy, community engagement and College priorities

Skills Required

You are a senior advancement or external relations leader with significant experience in philanthropy, fundraising, or stakeholder engagement, ideally within education or the broader for-purpose sector.

You bring a track record of leading high-performing teams, securing major philanthropic support, and managing multi-stakeholder portfolios. Strategic, collaborative, and values-driven, you combine commercial acumen with warmth and authenticity and thrive in mission-focused environments.

If you are a visionary relationship-builder ready to shape the future of a leading independent school, we invite you to apply by submitting your resume and cover letter addressing the skills required above. For further information, to receive an information pack or a confidential discussion, contact Judith Marks on

Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.

Please quote in application: Director of Advancement via Pro Bono Australia.

Profession: #Fundraising, #Grants_and_Philanthropy, #Management, #Marketing_Media_and_Communications

Sector: #Children, #Community_Engagement, #Education_and_Training, #Foundations_Trusts_and_Philanthropy, #Youth_and_Young_People