Add expected salary to your profile for insightsFoodbank Australia is seeking a dynamic, strategic and experienced fundraising leader to step into the position of General Manager – National Partnerships.
This pivotal leadership role is responsible for developing and executing national fundraising strategies across corporate partnerships, philanthropic grants, and foundations (excluding individual giving), to enable Foodbank Australia to meet the objectives of its new organisational strategy.Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will lead a small, high-performing partnerships team and collaborate closely with the Executive, Board, and Members across the country to cultivate strong, enduring partnerships and income streams.About Foodbank AustraliaFoodbank Australia is the national organisation of the largest food rescue and relief network in the country with an unrivalled profile and reputation in the charity sector.
Through a federated model, it works with state and territory Foodbanks to deliver essential food and groceries to charities, school breakfast programs and directly to individuals in need.
Foodbank is a key pillar of Australia's emergency relief infrastructure and a trusted partner of industry, government and the community sector.About the RoleAs General Manager – National Partnerships, you will provide strategic leadership across Foodbank Australia's corporate and philanthropic fundraising portfolio.
You will:Develop and oversee a contemporary, results-driven fundraising strategy aligned with Foodbank's broader organisational goals.Personally manage key donor relationships and cultivate high-value partnerships with corporate and philanthropic stakeholders.Lead, mentor and support a capable team of Partnership Managers and an outsourced grants function.Oversee the creation of compelling proposals, pitches, and grant submissions in collaboration with internal stakeholders.Ensure best-practice stewardship, impact reporting, compliance, and strategic use of fundraising data and insights.Engage constructively with Members across the federation to support a unified national fundraising approach.About YouYou bring extensive experience in fundraising, business development or partnerships - ideally with a background in securing and managing high-value corporate or philanthropic relationships.
You are an influential communicator with strong commercial acumen, a collaborative mindset and a passion for social impact.Key skills and experience include:Senior-level experience (5+ years) in fundraising, corporate partnerships or business development.A track record of securing and managing significant revenue-generating partnerships.Experience in leading high-performing teams and managing competing priorities in dynamic environments.Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capability.Excellent communication, proposal writing and presentation skills.Familiarity with federated or national organisations is desirable.Willingness to travel interstate and work flexibly when required.Why Join Foodbank?This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful national food security outcomes by shaping the next chapter of Foodbank Australia's partnerships success.
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