Philanthropy Officer

Grow your fundraising career and contribute to meaningful impact.

About Us

Mary MacKillop Today is a values-driven community and international development organisation working alongside local partners in Australia, Timor-Leste, Fiji and Peru. We create opportunities for self-determination through education, health, financial inclusion and livelihood programs — reaching those on the margins and transforming lives through lifelong learning.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Philanthropy Officer to help nurture the generosity of our mid-level donors and those considering a lasting gift through a bequest. This is a new role contributing to exciting growth in the team.

Reporting to the Philanthropy Manager, you will manage a portfolio of committed donors, fostering meaningful connections through personalised engagement and thoughtful stewardship. You will play a key role in deepening relationships and encouraging increased giving over time. The role also supports the delivery of our bequest program, helping to build strong relationships with supporters who share our mission.

This is a wonderful opportunity for an early-career fundraiser or relationship-focused professional to join a collaborative, mission-driven team and make a tangible impact in the lives of people and communities experiencing disadvantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Steward a portfolio of mid-level donors through personalised engagement across mail, phone, email and digital channels
• Support the planning and delivery of donor journeys, thank-you letters, proposals and impact updates
• Assist with coordinating high-value donor events and supporter briefings
• Contribute to bequest engagement through relationship-building, record-keeping and event support
• Maintain accurate donor records and program data in Salesforce CRM
• Conduct research into trusts and foundations and assist with basic grant submissions
• Support the Philanthropy Manager in delivering income targets and strengthening donor relationships

About You

You are a warm communicator who thrives on building authentic relationships. You're organised, thoughtful, and excited to contribute to a values-based team. You bring:

• 2–3 years' min. experience in fundraising, supporter care or relationship-based communication
• Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine interest in engaging donors
• Excellent writing skills and a keen eye for detail
• CRM experience (Salesforce or similar), with sound computer literacy
• A proactive, collaborative and ethical approach to donor care
• An interest in social justice, education, community and international development or the legacy of Mary MacKillop

Desirable

• Qualifications or training in fundraising, marketing or communications
• Experience working in a not-for-profit or Catholic organisation
• Understanding of bequest fundraising and the donor lifecycle

Why Join Us?

• Make a difference every day through purpose-driven work
• Join a passionate, values-aligned and supportive team
• Enjoy a hybrid work environment
• Grow your skills and experience in philanthropy and ethical fundraising

How to Apply (for direct applications)

Please email your application to including:

• a cover letter responding to the selection criteria and,
• your CV.

Applications close Sunday 2 November 2025.

The successful applicant must be willing to undergo a criminal record check or obtain a statutory declaration of local legal equivalent where criminais records checks are unavailable or unreliable. Where possible and as required by Mary MacKillop Today the applicant must also be willing to undergo a Working with Children check. This position requires the applicant to have the right to work in Australia.

Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted.