Philanthropy Manager

About Jesuit Mission

As the international development organisation of the Australian Jesuits, Jesuit Mission partners with Jesuits and companions overseas to support vulnerable communities through education, healthcare, livelihood training, pastoral care and emergency relief.

*About the Role*

• Lead with purpose – Help transform lives across Asia and Africa through strategic, values-driven philanthropy
• Build meaningful relationships – Connect with donors who share a passion for justice and global impact
• Join a courageous, welcoming team – Be part of an organisation that stands boldly for change

Jesuit Mission are seeking a strategic and values-driven Philanthropy Manager to lead our major gifts and Trusts & Foundations fundraising. This is a unique opportunity to shape a program that directly supports communities across Asia and Africa to overcome poverty and injustice.

Reporting to the Fundraising and Engagement Director, and working closely with the CEO, the Philanthropy Manager will lead a small team and oversee a portfolio of major donors, high-value bequestors and philanthropic partners. You'll develop and implement a multi-year strategy to grow sustainable, values-aligned support while ensuring every donor feels known, thanked and connected to impact.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building trusted relationships, crafting compelling cases for support and leading with integrity and heart.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a 3-year philanthropy strategy with clear goals, pipeline coverage and stewardship plans
• Manage a disciplined major gifts portfolio, including high-value bequestors and Trusts & Foundations
• Partner with the CEO and Board to cultivate and solicit values-aligned support
• Create dignity-centred, impact-driven proposals and donor communications
• Collaborate across fundraising, communications and international programs to align donor interests with community-led priorities
• Lead and coach the Philanthropy Advisor and manage external grant writers as needed
• Ensure compliance with ethical fundraising, privacy and sector standards

About You

You're a strategic thinker, empathetic communicator and experienced Philanthropy professional who understands the power of relationships and storytelling.

You have a collaborative spirit, strong project management skillsand a commitment to social justice.

You'll bring:

• 5+ years' experience in senior major gifts or philanthropic fundraising, with success securing five- and six-figure gifts
• Exceptional relationship-building and presentation skills, with confidence engaging at CEO and Board level
• Strong CRM and data management skills (Raiser's Edge preferred)
• Experience leading and coaching team members
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and reports
• Alignment with Catholic ethos and Ignatian values

Desirable:

• Experience in international aid and development fundraising
• Tertiary qualifications in fundraising, marketing, communications or related field
• FIA membership

Why Join Jesuit Mission?

• Be part of a mission-led organisation making a global impact
• Lead a program that directly contributes to life-changing outcomes
• Work with a passionate, supportive team grounded in values
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and generous salary packaging

If you're excited to drive strategic philanthropic growth at a mission-driven organisation making a global impact, Apply Now by submitting your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you are the right person for this role.

For more information, or a confidential discussion, contact Jakki Travers at Beaumont People:

Applications will be reviewed as they're received.

Beaumont People have been engaged to recruit this role. Please direct all enquiries to Beaumont People.

Beaumont People believes a diverse workplace is a happy workplace and encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to be made for your application to be assessed Beaumont People would be more than happy to discuss how that can be arranged.