- Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness
- Full time, permanent role-based Syndey (open to other locations for the right candidate) (Flexible work from home arrangements available)
- Closing Date: Wednesday the 6th of August
ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION
The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Head of Global Philanthropy / Campaign is the senior leader responsible for delivering The Fred Hollows Foundation’s global fundraising targets during its Comprehensive Campaign and beyond. This role leads market-based fundraising strategy performance across all geographies, driving transformational gift implementation, market-level activation, and donor engagement.
The Head of Global Philanthropy / Campaign is a key player working in strong partnership with the Campaign Director and Markets leads in shaping and executing the campaign strategy, ensuring it comes alive in each market through strong relationships, tailored donor approaches, and team leadership. This is a high-impact, delivery-focused role in the overall organisational Leadership Structure critical to achieving the Foundation’s global fundraising ambitions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Philanthropic Strategy Delivery Across all Markets: lead the implementation of market-level fundraising strategies that align with the global campaign vision. Hold technical accountability for meeting global revenue targets across major markets and donor segments. Monitor fundraising KPIs and performance metrics and provide coaching and direction to market leads.
- Transformational Gift Program Leadership: oversee the rollout of the Transformational Gift strategy across all fundraising markets. Support the Director, Transformational Gifts in managing the Australian portfolio and contributing to global learning. Collaborate with the Senior Campaign Advisor on cultivation and stewardship of top-tier donors.
- Market Engagement and Enablement: lead all philanthropic fundraising in across our global markets. Partner with Market Leads to tailor global campaign strategies to local contexts and audiences. Foster a learning culture across markets through shared practices, insights, and donor intelligence. Build internal capacity through coaching, tools, and support for fundraising teams.
- Donor Experience and Stewardship: ensure consistency, excellence, and personalisation in donor journeys and stewardship efforts across markets. Work with Comms, Strategy, and Program teams to produce compelling donor-facing materials and narratives.
- Collaboration and Leadership: act as a trusted partner to the Campaign Director, supporting the strategic implementation of the campaign vision. Represent the fundraising function internally and externally as needed, and support leadership-level reporting on fundraising progress.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- Extensive experience in philanthropic giving both in Australia and abroad including major donor, corporate development
- Previous experience creating acquisition pipelines in multiple jurisdictions.
- Previous experience in delivering philanthropic comprehensive campaigns in the NGO sector.
- Previous experience developing grant bids for both institutional and donor govt opportunities
- Openness to travel interstate and international as required
How we recognise your contribution
Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you. Including:
- Generous salary packaging, we provide access to not-for-profit salary packaging options, which will increase your take home pay.
- Flexible work environment, we focus on output, not hours and enable you to prioritise your health and wellbeing
- Generous leave allowances
- Ongoing commitment to your continuous learning and career development, through tailored leadership and professional development programs, and focused development conversations.
To find out more about our benefits click here
APPLICATIONS
Please apply directly using the "Apply" button. Your application should include a CV and, preferably, a cover letter that outlines your interest in the role and addresses the key criteria listed in the “Key Responsibilities”, and “What you need to succeed” sections of the advertisement.
Applications Close: Wednesday the 6th of August
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.
The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children and community partners in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.
Please note: We will not be accepting CV’s via agencies for this role.
