Foundation Steward & Donor Engagement Lead

Scotch College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements and salary

Staff wellness program (gym and pool)

Public transport access

Onsite parking

Job summary

Scotch College Foundation seeks a Foundation Manager to lead governance, administration and fundraising initiatives. You will work closely with College leaders and Foundation Directors to advance philanthropy and ensure strong stewardship across the donor community.

The role focuses on governance, budgeting, reporting and engaging major donors, trusts and foundations while building the Foundation's long-term sustainability and impact for Scotch boys.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising operations, advancement, philanthropy or related discipline.
• Experience supporting Boards, committees or governance structures.
• Strong governance, compliance and reporting knowledge.
• Current WWCC (Employee) and full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Lead the governance, compliance and operations of the Scotch College Foundation.
• Coordinate and support the Foundation Board and committees through governance processes.
• Manage Foundation budgets, annual planning, reporting and key activities.
• Partner with Head of Advancement to deliver fundraising priorities.
• Identify and support major donor, trust and foundation fundraising opportunities.
• Lead donor stewardship, recognition and engagement initiatives.
• Oversee Foundation communications and publications, including annual and impact reports.
• Manage the Foundation CRM, data integrity and fundraising analytics and reporting.
• Provide strategic insights to inform fundraising and donor engagement.

Skills

Communication

Relationship management

Fundraising operations

Governance experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in business

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Donor databases

Job description

Scotch College Foundation seeks a Foundation Manager to lead governance, administration and fundraising initiatives. You will work closely with College leaders and Foundation Directors to advance philanthropy and ensure strong stewardship across the donor community.

The role focuses on governance, budgeting, reporting and engaging major donors, trusts and foundations while building the Foundation's long-term sustainability and impact for Scotch boys.