Head of Development

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Corporate Diversity Pathways Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

About the Company

CDP is proud to be partnering with a purpose-driven philanthropic organisation on a career-defining leadership opportunity.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Head of Development to lead the development of strategic partnerships and a major gifts revenue stream that will drive systemic, inclusive change in the disability sector. In this influential role, you will work closely with the Executive Team and Board to engage corporate partners, inspire generosity, and build programs that foster long-term employment and inclusion outcomes for people with disability.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Director of Investment and Philanthropy to design and deliver donor and partner strategies with a strong focus on major gifts and corporate giving.
  • Drive engagement with businesses committed to diversity and inclusion to develop co-branded initiatives and employment programs for people with disability.
  • Conduct in-depth prospect research, including identifying values-aligned corporates, high-net-worth individuals, and philanthropic institutions.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive stewardship and retention plan for both individual donors and corporate partners.
  • Produce compelling proposals, partnership packages, and communication materials that articulate the organisation's mission and measurable impact.
  • Represent the organisation at high-level industry forums, business events, and philanthropic networks.
  • Monitor giving trends, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and performance metrics to inform decision-making and campaign refinement.

Qualifications

This is a rare opportunity to shift the philanthropic and corporate landscape to prioritise disability inclusion and meaningful employment. Despite the assumption that NDIS meets all needs, many system-level barriers persist. You will lead the charge in shifting perceptions, building influential networks, and enabling large-scale, sustainable change. By embedding inclusive employment initiatives into corporate partnerships, this role delivers tangible outcomes for people with disability, while building a future-facing community of advocates and allies.

Required Skills

You are a strategic, values-led leader with a proven ability to build powerful partnerships and secure funding at scale. You have a deep understanding of the corporate and philanthropic sectors, especially in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion. You bring a mix of commercial acumen, emotional intelligence, and storytelling skill—and you're ready to help make systemic change to the disability sector.

Preferred Skills

To request the Information Pack, please contact Annabel Grigson at or call

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Corporate Diversity Pathways, we believe diversity drives innovation and inclusion fuels belonging.

We welcome people from all backgrounds, identities, and life experiences, knowing that unique perspectives create stronger teams and better outcomes. We are committed to providing a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

If you need any adjustments to fully participate in our recruitment process, please let us know — we're here to support you.

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