Director of Engagement (SA)

Philanthropy Australia has a unique opportunity for an inspiring leader to join our senior leadership team in the role of Director of Engagement (SA) supporting our South Australian membership base. This is a part-time role for 3-4 days per week (0.6-0.8FTE), based in Adelaide, reporting to the Executive Director, Membership and Engagement, with potential for increasing in FTE as the membership base and offering is further developed.

We are looking for a leader who has demonstrated experience and commitment to supporting philanthropy or philanthropic causes, and who can put engagement first in all they do to help us reach our ambitious growth agenda as outlined in PA’s Strategic Plan. If you are passionate about building relationships and making an impact, this role offers an incredible chance to enjoy your career while making a difference.

With a vision for a generous and inclusive Australia, we inspire more and better philanthropy while providing a supportive and values-driven workplace. As the peak body for philanthropy, we offer a unique opportunity to gain deep insights into the philanthropic and non-profit sectors, build meaningful connections, and contribute to creating positive social change. 

Working at Philanthropy Australia

The Philanthropy Australia team is passionate, supportive, and inspiring. We are driven by our purpose, and live by our values of Respect, Trust, Humility, Impact, Celebration, and Sharing.

Working at Philanthropy Australia means you have access to benefits, including:

• Additional week (pro-rata) of leave for self-reflection and development, Reflection Leave, after 12 months of service
• Flexible and hybrid ways of working
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid parental and partner leave after 12 months of service
• A generous L&D budget with learning opportunities particularly around philanthropy, the not-for-profit sector, and specific causes.
• Work within our vision for a generous and inclusive Australia

Philanthropy Australia welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, including First Nations people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, and people of all ages.

• We strive to create a diverse, safe, and inclusive workforce for all team members.

• We believe in building an inclusive workforce that recognises human difference as a strength and supports our vision for a generous and inclusive Australia.

• We have commenced our reconciliation journey through our Reflect RAP, and with the support of our First Nations Governance Committee, are taking the next steps to further embed reconciliation initiatives into Philanthropy Australia’s business strategy.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Director, Membership & Engagement, this role will build relationships and engage with the philanthropic sector of South Australia to help drive Philanthropy Australia’s effort to engage a larger and more diverse membership, inspire a new wave of giving, and foster better approaches to giving as outlined in Philanthropy Australia’s Strategic Plan. Anchored in the state’s unique context, this role leads state-level initiatives with a strong understanding of local needs, while collaborating with the national Membership and Engagement team to inform and align broader strategies.

This role will be supported by 0.2FTE of the Engagement Lead (WA/SA) based in Perth, for administrative and larger event support.

Key Responsibilities

Member Relationship Development & Management – SA

• Develop, manage, and maintain relationships with SA members.
• Deliver and administer a quality end-to-end membership experience including personalised offerings for our Impact and Engaged members.
• Develop membership growth in SA including establishing clear targets, timetables, and strategies for prospecting, growing and renewing membership.
• Implement the SA annual membership services plan for more and better philanthropy working closely with Engagement Lead.
• Develop and deliver local networking opportunities and events in SA working with PA’s Champions and key partners to extend the influence and reach of PA.

Member Relationship Development & Management – National

• Contribute to the development and delivery of the national program of membership engagement.
• Work closely with the Executive Director Membership and Engagement and the Membership Team in the development of the national program of membership engagement and membership services.
• Work with the broader organisation, specifically the Knowledge and Practice Team, to develop and deliver a program of events and opportunities for members to develop and enhance their practice.
• Contribute to the development of member engagement professional learning and development and other priority initiatives to support better giving.

Financial & Operations Management and Reporting 

• Lead financial management for the SA membership program.
• Provide timely reporting and analysis of financial and key membership data.
• Undertake budget preparation and on-going management of SA related expenditure.

Leadership

• Lead with a transparent, empowering and action-oriented approach to people management. 
• Create a strong team culture aligned with PA’s Values and Behaviours. 
• Provide line management, coaching and support to the Engagement Lead WA/SA.
• Support the co-ordination, development and training of the Engagement Lead WA/SA.

Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Economics, Social Impact or relevant field.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and interpersonal skills; including strategic thinking, ability to inspire others, positive interaction and effective problem solving.
• Demonstrated excellent stakeholder management, with a focus on member relations as well as Board, staff, key partners, and other stakeholders.
• Strong networks and knowledge of philanthropic and community sectors, including Private and Public Ancillary Funds, advisors, and corporate philanthropy.
• Motivated self-starter with management experience, including the ability to work as part of a small national team.

• Proven technical expertise across business development and marketing in a philanthropic or grant-making environment.
• Highly developed written and oral communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Proven ability to prioritize and juggle competing demands.
• Strong IT experience, using CRM’s to report and use data and information strategically (Salesforce a distinct advantage).