About LifeFlight
LifeFlight Australia is a leading aeromedical organisation dedicated to saving lives through rapid response medical services. Operating a fleet of helicopters and fixed‐wing aircraft, LifeFlight delivers critical care and emergency retrievals across Queensland and beyond. In addition to its lifesaving missions, LifeFlight runs a world‐class training academy, equipping aviation and medical professionals with the skills needed for high‐pressure environments. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care and make a real difference in the communities we serve.
About the Role
As the Philanthropy Relationship Manager – South East Queensland, you will build meaningful relationships that directly support LifeFlight's life‐saving emergency and aeromedical services across Queensland. In this highly engaging and community‐focused role, you will work closely with donors, sponsors, Regional Advisory Council members, ambassadors, and community stakeholders to grow philanthropic support and strengthen community engagement across the region. Your ability to connect with people, identify opportunities, and create lasting partnerships will play a key role in driving fundraising success and expanding LifeFlight's impact. This role offers a diverse mix of relationship management, donor stewardship, and fundraising strategy across major gifts, corporate partnerships, workplace giving, and bequests.
Responsibilities
Work collaboratively across the organisation to help shape supporter experiences, grow strategic partnerships, and contribute to initiatives that make a genuine difference in communities every day. Provide regular travel throughout Queensland and work from the Robina office. A company vehicle will be provided to support travel requirements.
About You
You are a relationship‐focused professional with experience in philanthropy, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, or business development. You are confident building trusted relationships, identifying opportunities, and engaging supporters in a meaningful and authentic way.
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills
* Experience building and managing meaningful supporter or client relationships
* Experience working on major capital fund campaigns
* The ability to identify opportunities and contribute to fundraising or business‐development outcomes
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
* Experience working with CRM systems such as Salesforce and Microsoft Office applications
* A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work both independently and within a team environment
You are motivated by purpose and excited by the opportunity to contribute to an organisation that makes a genuine difference in the community.
Requirements
Current Queensland Driver Licence and willingness to travel and attend events outside standard business hours are required. Successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks including a national police check as a condition of employment. This position is only open to Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or those with unrestricted work rights in Australia.
Why LifeFlight?
Working with LifeFlight Australia provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives. The organisation is dedicated to saving lives, delivering critical care services, and responding to emergencies. Employees can take pride in contributing to a mission‐driven organisation focused on making a positive difference in the community.
Collaboration & Support: We are committed to fostering a culture of camaraderie and teamwork. Our aeromedical operations thrive on close collaboration between medical professionals, pilots, and support staff, all working together in high‐pressure environments.
Salary Packaging Options: As an employee, you have the opportunity to benefit from salary packaging, allowing you to allocate up to $15,900 per Fringe Benefit Tax year towards general living expenses.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing organisation that is dedicated to saving lives and serving the community.
Applications
Applications close on Wednesday, 10 June 2026. Applications will be reviewed as submitted and we will be conducting interviews throughout the process.
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