Strategic Partnerships Lead — Philanthropy (Remote)

Watershed Foundation

Melbourne

Remote

AUD 160,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Flexible location

Domestic travel

One-year contract

Senior leadership role

Job summary

Watershed Foundation is seeking a senior Head of Partnerships to lead philanthropy and build long-term funding for climate, energy, AI, and democracy work. The role is remote-first, with collaboration across Australia and internationally, and involves working with high-net-worth individuals, families, foundations and intermediaries.

You will shape the partnerships strategy, prepare proposals for key funders, and drive stewardship.

Qualifications

Experience in philanthropic partnerships or advisory.
Strong networks in Australian philanthropy, with international funders a plus.
Able to turn complex issues into clear strategies and compelling proposals.

Responsibilities

Build trusted relationships with philanthropy and foundations in Australia and internationally.
Set priorities and engagement approaches across Watershed's portfolio.
Prepare strategy, briefings and proposals for key funder relationships and manage stewardship.
Identify emerging issues and build cases for philanthropic action from ideas to funded work.
Convene funders and partners through briefings and co-funding structures.
Develop the pipeline, stewardship, and reporting to convert conversations into multi-year partnerships.