Philanthropy Coordinator

• Help young Australians to improve their long-term educational outcomes
• Temporary part-time position until August 2026 , flexible location
• Flexible work arrangements to give you more balance, including hybrid working
  

The Smith Family is a national children’s education charity that works with children and young people to overcome educational inequality caused by poverty – so they can thrive now and into their futures. 

About the role

We are seeking a Philanthropy Coordinator to support the management of the Major Gifts team. Reporting to the National Manager Major Gifts and working alongside dedicated, energised, and passionate team members, you will:

• Be the first point of contact for incoming enquiries via philanthropy email inboxes and respond to or direct inquiries to appropriate Major Gifts team member
• Support the administration of Major Gifts team projects and activities on a day-to-day basis
• Track and monitor the Team’s expense budgets as directed by the National Philanthropy Manager and prepare reports for internal stakeholders as required
• Analyse data to identify trends and opportunities and areas for improvement in major gift fundraising efforts, segmentation of donor data to support donor moves, team planning and communications
• Responsible for managing and stewarding a small pool of donors to achieve revenue retention and growth
• Work with cross-functional teams to support the Major Gifts team to ensure donor wishes are met regarding our student sponsorships program
• Responsible for liaising with the Marketing Team to keep the Integrated Communications Calendar and Stewardship Frameworks up to date

About you

As well as passion for community, you will bring the following: 

• Fundraising or similar experience, with keen attention to detail
• Two years plus working in the philanthropic, not-for-profit, Customer Service Relationship sector, and or similar sector 
• Can demonstrate experience or ability in budget monitoring
• Can demonstrate experience in project coordination for small to medium size projects
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to grasp and interpret data quickly
• An engaging and professional communications style

Our benefits

Employees are at the centre of The Smith Family’s values and operations. By joining our team, you can expect to:

• Find balance; with flexible work options and opportunities to purchase additional annual leave
• Maximise your take home pay; with salary packaging, as well as opportunities to save with discounts at retailers across the country
• Fulfill your potential, with excellent career opportunities, a suite of development programs and a dedicated learning and development platform
• Feel you belong; with inclusive leave options, including paid parental, cultural and gender affirmation leave
• Thrive; with support for you and your family’s mental and physical health including a complete care and safety platform, unlimited Employee Assistance and access to a huge range of fitness facilities with Fitness Passport 

About us

The Smith Family is a national children’s education charity with a vision of a world where every child has the opportunity to change their future, no matter their circumstances. We believe that education is one of the most powerful change agents, and we work with young Australians to overcome educational inequality caused by poverty – so they can thrive now and into their futures.

If you are passionate about what you do, committed to make a difference and this sounds like your next role, please click apply, we’d love to hear from you.

You may view the position description here.

Closing date: 10 April 2026

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a National Police Check and a Working with Children’s Check. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to principles of cultural diversity. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.