Strategic Funding Director

Cathy Freeman Foundation (CFF) is looking for a highly effective and engaging Strategic Funding Director. The Strategic Funding Director will be responsible for the ongoing development, implementation and effective funding strategies and partnerships for CFF. This role will span across our critical work in relation to Philanthropic Relations, Partnerships (including Corporate) and the Marketing and Communications space.

A critical leadership role within the Cathy Freeman Foundation, aiming to grow the Cathy Freeman Foundation brand and achieve long-term income for the organisation.

Critical is the roles ability to broaden and strengthen our funding base through the development of strong and lasting relationships with philanthropic supporters. The role will play a vital role in ensuring the future sustainability and growth of the Cathy Freeman Foundation. This role will be responsible for identifying, attracting, securing and retaining strong financial support via trust and foundation grant support. A primary focus of this role is to develop and expand the Cathy Freeman Foundation’s relationships through long-standing, mutually beneficial and engaging partnerships. The role will lead strategy and work to also secure Corporate funding. Along with this this will also include design, oversight and management of marketing and communication plans, including supporting collateral required for promotional, program and fundraising campaigns.

This area of the Foundation has undergone a restructure and this Director role is a great opportunity for a dynamic leader to join our team and be immersed in a role that will redevelop a critical area of the business with the CEO, with the ultimate aim to grow a team based on success generated.

This is not an identified position. However, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

12 month contract position.