Stepping Stone House exists to end child and youth homelessness in Australia.
Supporting children and young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, the organisation provides safe housing, therapeutic care and long-term pathways to independence. What sets Stepping Stone House apart is its commitment to supporting young people well beyond crisis, with aftercare programs extending through to age 30 to help create lasting outcomes.
Today, Stepping Stone House supports almost 100 young people and has ambitious plans to more than double its impact over the coming years. With strong Board backing, significant investment in growth and a clear strategic vision, the organisation is entering an exciting new chapter. Based in Rockdale with hybrid flexibility, this is an opportunity to join a values-led organisation where people genuinely come first.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the CEO, the Head of Impact will lead all fundraising, philanthropy, partnerships, marketing, communications, volunteering, advocacy and government funding activity across the organisation.
This is far more than a traditional fundraising leadership role.
You'll inherit a team of seven and lead the development of a high-performing Impact function that is expected to grow significantly over the coming years.
The Board has a genuine appetite for investment and growth, with plans to expand the team to approximately 14 people as revenue increases.
The organisation has set ambitious income targets, including significant growth across philanthropy, government funding, partnerships and major giving. You'll play a central role in shaping and executing the strategy that enables Stepping Stone House to support more young people and create greater long-term impact.
This role will suit an experienced fundraising or impact leader who enjoys building teams, driving performance, creating sustainable growth and leading from the front.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver the organisation's long-term Impact and fundraising strategy
- Lead fundraising across philanthropy, partnerships, events, trusts and foundations, grants, government funding and individual giving channels
- Build and scale new revenue streams including major gifts, bequests and regular giving programs
- Drive brand awareness, marketing and communications initiatives to strengthen community engagement and support
- Work closely with the CEO, Board and Care team to maximise strategic funding opportunities
- Strengthen donor journeys, stewardship and supporter engagement programs
- Lead, coach and develop the Impact team, creating a culture of accountability, performance and collaboration
- Utilise data and Salesforce insights to drive decision making, forecasting and performance outcomes
- Represent the organisation externally with key donors, partners, government stakeholders and community leaders
You may come from a fundraising, philanthropy, partnerships, marketing or broader impact leadership background.
Most importantly, you'll be an accomplished leader who has successfully driven growth, built high-performing teams and delivered measurable outcomes.
You will bring:
- Senior leadership experience across fundraising, philanthropy, partnerships, impact, marketing or communications
- Demonstrated success growing revenue and developing sustainable funding streams
- Experience leading and developing teams through periods of growth and change
- Strong commercial acumen and a data-driven approach to performance
- Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management capability
- Confidence engaging with Boards, executive leaders, major donors and strategic partners
- The ability to set high standards, have courageous conversations and inspire high performance
- A genuine connection to the mission of supporting vulnerable young people
This organisation has built a culture that genuinely prioritises its people.
Employees describe a workplace that is respectful, supportive and values-driven, with a strong sense of purpose and psychological safety. The organisation invests heavily in learning and development, creates meaningful opportunities for staff to connect directly with young people and works hard to ensure employees feel supported both personally and professionally.
Additional benefits include:
- Hybrid working with flexibility and autonomy
- Modern offices opposite Rockdale Station with onsite parking
- Salary packaging benefits
- Additional leave flexibility and TOIL arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health and wellbeing discounts
- Incentive program
- Ongoing investment in professional development
- Regular team social events and celebrations
- Collaborative and genuinely supportive leadership team
How to Apply
Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Jakki Travers at jakki.travers@beaumontpeople.com.au .
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Beaumont People has been exclusively retained by Stepping Stone House for this appointment. Please direct all enquiries to Beaumont People.
At Beaumont People, we believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we would be happy to discuss these with you.
