Community Fundraising Manager
Community Fundraising Manager
Posted
15-Jul-2025
Location
Sydney
Sector
Charities
Salary
Work Type
Permanent
Reference
3934208
Use your creativity, leadership, and campaign smarts
to lead national fundraising events
and initiatives
that bring communities together and raise critical funds to help young people break the cycle of poverty.
The Smith Family is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Community Fundraising Manager to lead its mass market fundraising strategy, drive supporter engagement, and deliver high-performing community and peer-to-peer campaigns.
About The Smith Family
For over a century, The Smith Family has been helping young Australians in need to succeed at school, so they can create better futures for themselves.
Through long-term support and practical learning programs, we reach thousands of students and families each year—and none of it would be possible without the generosity and passion of our community fundraisers.
As part of our ambitious growth strategy, we’re expanding our national fundraising footprint, and this role is central to that journey.
About the Role
Reporting to the Marketing Group Manager, this is a senior and strategic role responsible for shaping and delivering The Smith Family’s Community Fundraising and Peer-to-Peer (P2P) strategy. You’ll lead the design, development, and execution of fundraising events and digital campaigns, as well as optimise supporter journeys and fundraising platforms to improve retention and acquisition outcomes.
With oversight of one direct report and a broader network of internal and external collaborators, you’ll help build a culture of innovation, inclusion, and impact across our fundraising team.
Key Responsibilities
About You
You’re a confident project leader and inspiring communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. You’re passionate about the role that community fundraising plays in creating large-scale impact—and you know how to motivate others to get involved.
You will bring:
Why Join The Smith Family?
Ready to lead campaigns that change lives?
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience via LinkedIn, Seek or Ethical Jobs.
For more information, or a confidential discussion, contact Jakki Travers at Beaumont People: jakki.travers @beaumontpeople.com.au or 02 9093 4923
Applications will be reviewed as they’re received
Beaumont People have been engaged to recruit this role. Please direct all enquiries to Beaumont People.
Beaumont People believes a diverse workplace is a happy workplace and encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to be made for your application to be assessed Beaumont People would be more than happy to discuss how that can be arranged.
The Smith Family is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Community Fundraising Manager to lead its mass market fundraising strategy, drive supporter engagement, and deliver high-performing community and peer-to-peer campaigns.
About The Smith Family
For over a century, The Smith Family has been helping young Australians in need to succeed at school, so they can create better futures for themselves.
Through long-term support and practical learning programs, we reach thousands of students and families each year—and none of it would be possible without the generosity and passion of our community fundraisers.
As part of our ambitious growth strategy, we’re expanding our national fundraising footprint, and this role is central to that journey.
About the Role
Reporting to the Marketing Group Manager, this is a senior and strategic role responsible for shaping and delivering The Smith Family’s Community Fundraising and Peer-to-Peer (P2P) strategy. You’ll lead the design, development, and execution of fundraising events and digital campaigns, as well as optimise supporter journeys and fundraising platforms to improve retention and acquisition outcomes.
With oversight of one direct report and a broader network of internal and external collaborators, you’ll help build a culture of innovation, inclusion, and impact across our fundraising team.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategy & Campaign Development
Lead the national community fundraising and P2P strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and income targets. Design creative, engaging campaigns and supporter journeys that inspire action and loyalty. - Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Coach and support the Community Fundraising Coordinator, lead cross-functional collaboration, and cultivate strong internal and external partnerships—including corporate supporters and community champions. - Performance Reporting & Innovation
Manage budgets, report on campaign performance, and analyse data to inform future decisions. Identify and test new fundraising ideas and platforms to diversify revenue and grow engagement.
About You
You’re a confident project leader and inspiring communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. You’re passionate about the role that community fundraising plays in creating large-scale impact—and you know how to motivate others to get involved.
You will bring:
- Proven experience delivering successful community fundraising and P2P campaigns
- Demonstrated leadership skills and experience managing high-performing teams
- Strong budgeting, planning and reporting skills
- Ability to manage diverse stakeholders and work cross-functionally
- Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management capabilities
- Familiarity with fundraising platforms, digital campaign tools and supporter journeys
- A proactive, positive and collaborative approach
Why Join The Smith Family?
- Purpose-driven organisation making a measurable difference in children's lives
- Flexible hybrid work options and inclusive, supportive team culture
- Lead nationally recognised events and campaigns with real community impact
- Access to salary packaging benefits and professional development opportunities
- Be part of a values-led organisation that puts children and education first
Ready to lead campaigns that change lives?
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience via LinkedIn, Seek or Ethical Jobs.
For more information, or a confidential discussion, contact Jakki Travers at Beaumont People: jakki.travers @beaumontpeople.com.au or 02 9093 4923
Applications will be reviewed as they’re received
Beaumont People have been engaged to recruit this role. Please direct all enquiries to Beaumont People.
Beaumont People believes a diverse workplace is a happy workplace and encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from CALD backgrounds and people with disabilities. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to be made for your application to be assessed Beaumont People would be more than happy to discuss how that can be arranged.
