Philanthropy & Growth Lead

MS Queensland; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Professional development opportunities

Milton location benefits

End‑of‑trip facilities

Family-friendly leave

Job summary

MS Queensland seeks a Philanthropy & Growth Lead to shape the future of giving and partnerships. You will build relationships with major donors, trusts, businesses, and government to secure funding for vital programs and research, driving long-term impact for Queenslanders living with neurological conditions.

In this hybrid role, you’ll craft persuasive proposals, manage engagement plans, and report on outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in philanthropy, fundraising, or strategic partnerships.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with major donors and partners.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospective donors and strategic partners.
• Nurture long-term relationships with engagement, cultivation and stewardship plans.
• Develop persuasive proposals and submissions for funding.
• Create partnership opportunities with financial and in-kind benefits.
• Champion donor engagement and demonstrate impact with data and reporting.
• Collaborate with executives and teams to maintain ethics and confidentiality.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Storytelling

Emotional intelligence

Prospect research

Education

Relevant philanthropy/fundraising or related discipline

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Location & Employee Type

• Location33 Park Road,Milton, QLD, 4064,Australia
• Employee TypeFP - Full-time Permanent

Contact Information

• Contact ***************@msqld.org.au

Lead Strategic Relationships | Grow Giving, Impact and Connection.

This newly created role is a rare opportunity to shape the future of philanthropy and strategic partnerships at MS Queensland. As Philanthropy & Growth Lead, you will build relationships with major donors, trusts, businesses, government and community partners, converting shared purpose into sustainable funding for vital programs, research and future growth. Your work will directly strengthen MS Queensland’s long-term impact and help 1.3 million Queenslanders living with neurological conditions connect to a better life.

How you'll create impact

• Connect with people and organisations who share our purpose, identifying prospective donors, funders and strategic partners.
• Nurture meaningful, long-term relationships through personalised engagement, cultivation and stewardship plans.
• Develop persuasive proposals and submissions that secure investment in MS Queensland’s programs, research and future growth.
• Create valuable partnership opportunities that deliver financial, in‑kind and strategic benefits for MS Queensland and the community.
• Champion supporter engagement, bringing donors and partners closer to the people, programs and outcomes their investment makes possible.
• Track progress and demonstrate impact through accurate data, insightful reporting and timely updates that strengthen trust and accountability.

Requirements

Your experience & approach:

You are a natural relationship‑builder who creates trust through curiosity, warmth and genuine connection. You understand what motivates people and can inspire them to support a purpose that changes lives.

You will bring

• Relevant experience or qualifications in philanthropy, fundraising, business development, strategic partnerships, marketing, communications, social impact or a related discipline.
• A proven ability to build trusted relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, giving funds, businesses, government, community organisations or other influential stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the emotional intelligence, active listening and influencing capability to understand motivations and inspire meaningful support.
• A track record of progressing opportunities and delivering results across major giving, grants, sponsorships, partnerships or other revenue‑generating activities.
• Commercial insight and strong organisational capability, including experience using CRM systems, prospect research, data and financial or program information to manage pipelines and inform decisions.
• A proactive, resilient and values‑led approach, with the ability to work autonomously, collaborate with executives, Board members and colleagues, and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ethics and confidentiality.

Compliance requirements

• NDIS Worker Screening
• Blue Card
• National Police Clearance
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module training
• MS Queensland covers the cost and renewal of Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Card requirements where applicable.

What success looks like

This is an opportunity to create a legacy of impact. By building strong foundations today, you will help shape a future where Queenslanders living with a neurological condition are better connected, supported, and able to thrive.

Benefits, flexibility & support

• Salary packaging benefits with up to $18,500 in tax‑free not‑for‑profit packaging available through Eziway.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support your lifestyle and wellbeing.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to free learning and training such as Mental Health First Aid.
• A collaborative Supporter Impact team that values shared learning, connection and teamwork.
• A contemporary Milton location close to transport, parking, cafes, restaurants and shops on Park Road.
• End‑of‑trip facilities, outdoor spaces and workplace amenities including a coffee machine.
• Portable long service leave through QLeave as part of the community services sector.
• Family‑friendly leave support, including paid maternity and partner leave.
• Financial wellbeing initiatives, including early access to earned wages and savings support.
• A values‑led culture where your contribution is recognised and connected to real community impact.

Our commitment to inclusion

At MS Queensland, we warmly welcome candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, LGBTIQA+ communities, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.