APPLICATIONS OPEN
Director Sydney Medical School Foundations

Organisation: The University of Sydney
Location: Sydney
Closing Date: 6 September 2010 (The University reserves the right to accept applications until the position has been filled)

Position Title: Director Sydney Medical School Foundations

Description:

REFERENCE NO. 1727/0610

The Sydney Medical School is Australia's first medical school with an outstanding record in teaching and research. Thirteen Foundations support the School by fundraising and by securing gifts and grants. The largest Foundation, Sydney Medical School Foundation, is now seeking a Director to provide strong leadership and effective management of the Foundations to achieve outstanding results in community engagement and significantly increase fundraising.

As Director, you will develop and implement effective donor relations and fundraising strategies. This will involve engaging members of the community to secure substantial and long-term financial support, pursuing individual relationships with major donors and promoting the work of the Foundations within School, the University and the wider community. You will provide high level strategic advice, as well as review and report on processes across the Foundations.

A competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications is available.

Further Information: For a confidential discussion regarding this position please contact Christine Shewry, Director Sydney Recruitment, on +61 2 8627 1222 or christine.shewry@sydney.edu.au. Alternatively, contact Tom Rubin, Executive Officer Sydney Medical School, on +61 2 9351 3029 or tom.rubin@sydney.edu.au quoting reference number 1727/0610.

APPLICATIONS OPEN
Research & Communications Co-ordinator (Grants Seeking Unit)

Organisation: Surf Life Saving Foundation
Location: Bondi Beach, NSW
Closing Date: N/A

Position Title: Research & Communications Co-ordinator (Grants Seeking Unit)

Description:

Surf Life Saving Foundation (SLSF) provides a critical role in ensuring the ongoing financial viability of Surf Lifesaving in Australia.

SLSF is seeking a specialist Research & Communications Co-ordinator to work at our Bondi based offices.

The primary purpose of the role is to research, identify and administer external funding programs, grants and opportunities (both private & government) for Surf Lifesaving entities nationally. Of critical importance is the development and maintenance of positive relationships with both internal & external stakeholders for the Grants Seeking Unit.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate previous success with fundraising initiatives and with the research and co-ordination of high quality funding submissions. Sound analytical and report writing skills, MS Office applications (intermediate level) and outstanding written, verbal and presentation skills are also required in the role.

Further Information: Obtain copy of the position description from Caroline Turnbull: cturnbull@lifesaving.com.au.

Applications (cover letter & CV) should be sent in strict confidence to Steve Reddaway, Human Resources Consultant, GPO Box 9950 Brisbane 4001 or by email to recruitment@lifesaving.com.au.

APPLICATIONS OPEN
CORPORATE & COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER

Organisation: The Big Issue
Location: Melbourne CBD
Closing Date: N/A

Position Title: Corporate & Community Partnerships Manager

Description:

This is a rare opportunity to join an iconic, national not-for-profit organisation in a phase of huge growth and development. Working across a number of key programs designed to assist homeless and marginalised people to change their lives (including a brand new social enterprise supporting disadvantaged women) the successful candidate will be an outstanding relationship manager who is outcome focused and thrives in a fast paced, high energy environment.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Development of corporate and community engagement strategies for 3 of The Big Issue's social enterprises
• Rollout and relationship management of corporate and community partners
• Establishment and management of relationships with in-kind partners

Further Information: If you believe in sustainable solutions to social problems, and want to use your skills and experience to really make a difference, please apply online ASAP to fdimond@bigissue.org.au.
For more on The Big Issue visit www.thebigissue.org.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSED
Manager: Leadership, Engagement & Development

Organisation: Australian Rural Leadership Foundation
Location: Canberra
Closing Date: Monday 30 August

Position Title: Manager: Leadership, Engagement & Development

Description:

• Exciting people-focussed role
• An opportunity to make a real difference in rural Australia

The Australian Rural Leadership Foundation is seeking a high calibre individual to work with the Foundation's alumni (LEAD) Network, and to evaluate the impact they make in rural, regional and remote Australia. Key criteria include:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications and experience in education, training, evaluation, the social sciences or related discipline.
• Experience in working with networks, project implementation and evaluation
• Confident networking, interpersonal and communication skills
• Well developed analytical, research and problem solving skills
• An understanding of rural Australia (preferred but not essential)

Salary range: $75-85K depending on qualification and experience

Further Information: Please visit www.rural-leaders.com.au to download the full position description.
All applications must address the selection criteria described in the position description and include a current resume.
Email your application to info@rural-leaders.com.au or send to the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation, P.O. Box 298, Deakin West ACT 2600

APPLICATIONS CLOSED
Philanthropy Manager

Organisation: Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife
Location: Sydney CBD
Closing Date: Friday 27 August 2010

Position Title: Philanthropy Manager

Description:

Seeking an experienced manager for our portfolio of national parks and wildlife conservation and education projects across Australia.

Must be able to develop and administer grant-making programs, including assessment and reporting. Strong relationship management skills are needed to support and nurture partnerships with key supporters in business, Government and conservation agencies. Experience in collaborative grant-making and knowledge of the environment and philanthropic sectors highly regarded.

Further Information: A full position description is available at www.fnpw.org.au. For all enquiries please email fnpw@fnpw.org.au.

APPLICATIONS CLOSED
Looking to make a difference?

Organisation: Telstra Foundation
Location: Melbourne
Closing Date: Thursday 26 August

Position Title: National Co-ordinator, Telstra Foundation Community Development Fund

Description:

Since 2002 the Telstra Foundation has been making a positive and lasting difference to the lives of Australia's children and young people. The Telstra Foundation is looking for a passionate, motivated and enthusiastic individual to join their team.

As National Coordinator, Telstra Foundation you will report to the Group Manager. Your role is to execute community grants programs in the portfolio areas of; Indigenous Community Development, Cyber Safety and Social Innovation. You will provide timely and accurate reporting on the progress of projects and drive outcomes with the grant recipients. You will develop strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders and provide regular updates to the Telstra Foundation Board. The management of the Community Development Fund's budget, liaison with grant recipients and assessment of applications will also form an important part of your role.

Crucial to your success in the role will be your prior experience in dealing with community issues along with experience in research and analysis of social issues. You will have strong administrative skills and be highly organised. You will have outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience with grants programs will be highly looked upon.

Further Information: Click here to go to the Position Description at Seek