Partnerships and Fundraising Coordinator

Ruah; Perth; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Annual leave loading 17.5%

16 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Journey Cover (insurance)

Salary packaging benefits

Pride and reconciliation initiatives

Job summary

Ruah in Perth, WA, seeks a Partnerships and Fundraising Coordinator to drive strategic partnerships and fundraising initiatives within a full-time role. You will identify opportunities, research prospects, coordinate engagement activities and help develop proposals and communications to partners.

This role emphasizes relationship management, accurate CRM data, and delivering positive partner experiences to support Ruah’s mission to end homelessness, domestic violence and poverty.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience coordinating stakeholder engagement activities, events, partnerships or fundraising initiatives.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness and ability to learn CRM systems, with experience using HubSpot or another CRM desirable.
• Willingness and ability to learn new systems, processes and subject matter.
• Demonstrated initiative, reliability and ability to work independently on agreed tasks while seeking guidance when required and contributing effectively to a team.
• Genuine interest in Ruah’s purpose and commitment to creating positive social change.

Responsibilities

• Research and qualify partnership and fundraising opportunities.
• Coordinate partner engagement activities and fundraising events.
• Maintain accurate stakeholder and pipeline information in CRM.
• Support proposal development, presentations and communications.
• Contribute to partner retention and sustainable growth.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement coordination

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Relationship building

MS Office proficiency

CRM experience (HubSpot or similar)

Willingness to learn new systems

Initiative and reliability

Commitment to social change

Tools

HubSpot CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Ruah

Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.

By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the Role

Working under direction of the Manager – Philanthropy, Partnerships and Advocacy (PPA), the Partnerships and Fundraising Coordinator supports the delivery of Ruah’s Partnerships and Fundraising strategy through the coordination and stewardship of corporate, philanthropic and community partnerships. Working within agreed priorities and delegated authority, the role identifies, researches and progresses partnership and fundraising opportunities, coordinates stakeholder engagement activities, and contributes to the development of proposals, presentations and partnership communications.

The role is responsible for researching and qualifying prospective opportunities, coordinating partner engagement and fundraising activities, maintaining accurate stakeholder and pipeline information, and supporting the delivery of positive partner experiences. The Partnerships and Fundraising Coordinator uses initiative to manage day-to-day activities, maintain relationship intelligence and CRM records, and contribute to informed decision-making, partner retention and sustainable growth in support of Ruah’s strategic objectives.

This is a full-time permanent position, working 38 hours per week.

What we’re looking for

The successful applicants will be required to meet the following criteria:

• Demonstrated experience coordinating stakeholder engagement activities, events, partnerships or fundraising initiatives.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness and ability to learn CRM systems, with experience using HubSpot or another CRM desirable.
• Willingness and ability to learn new systems, processes and subject matter.
• Demonstrated initiative, reliability and ability to work independently on agreed tasks while seeking guidance when required and contributing effectively to a team.
• Genuine interest in Ruah’s purpose and commitment to creating positive social change.

What do we offer?

• A salary aligned with Level 4 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $92,575.
• 5 weeks annual leave+ 17.5% annual leave loading (for award-based staff)
• 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months’ service).
• Free, independent and confidential access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program.
• Free Ruah-paid Journey Cover (insurance for when you're getting to and from work).
• Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging (to extend your take home pay) with:
• up to $15,900 core packaging
• an additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packaging
• benefits for salary packaging travel, accommodation, parking fees, education expenses and more!
• Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much, much more!

Required compliance documents:

• Current drivers’ license
• National Police Clearance Certificate
• International Criminal Check, if applicable

Closing date for applications: Friday 4 December 2026.

The Job advertisement may be closed earlier than the date mentioned above.

For further information please contact Jay Walter, Manager- Philanthropy, Partnerships & Advocacy at [e-mail].

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, weneed people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right.

Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.

We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.