Community Engagement Specialist

Community Engagement Specialist | Clown Doctors Australia Shape the future of a joyful, purpose-led brand through strategic, community-driven fundraising. Lead national community fundraising initiatives, including a new signature fundraising day Drive strategy, supporter engagement and program development to grow long-term income Play a key role in expanding the impact of one of Australia’s most uplifting and human-centered charities. Clown Doctors Australia (CDA) enhances wellbeing through the power of humour, imagination and authentic connection. Every day, our Clown Doctors and Laughter Care Specialists bring joy, warmth and moments of relief to people in hospitals and aged care – transforming environments that can often feel frightening or isolating. Last year alone, their programs supported over 300,000 people nationwide. Role Overview As Community Fundraising Manager, you’ll sit at the strategic heart of the fundraising program – designing, delivering and driving initiatives that build long-term, sustainable support across the country. This role shapes the future of community engagement for CDA: creating vibrant national moments of giving, developing a volunteer and ambassador framework, and strengthening pipelines that fuel the mission to bring laughter where it’s needed most. Responsibilities Lead the development and execution of strategic community fundraising plans, aligned with CDA’s five-year organisational strategy Design, launch and manage CDA’s first national fundraising day, bringing creativity, structure and impact to a major new moment in our calendar Develop a volunteer and ambassador program that inspires, empowers and amplifies community involvement Use community insight and performance data to inform decision-making, forecast growth and refine strategic direction Build strong relationships with supporters, volunteers, schools, service clubs, local groups and community partners Ensure community fundraising activity aligns with supporter journeys, brand values and organisational priorities Represent CDA at events and work collaboratively across teams—bringing imagination, clarity and structure to community-focused initiatives Contribute subject-matter expertise to organisational planning and fundraising discussions About You You’re a strategic community fundraising professional who thrives on turning ideas into action. With a strong background in delivering and shaping community fundraising programs, you’re confident moving between big-picture planning and hands-on execution. You understand how to engage communities in meaningful ways—and how to build momentum toward scalable, sustainable support. You bring creativity, emotional intelligence and a relationship-first mindset, with the maturity to influence at all levels and the drive to build something lasting. Qualifications Proven experience in community fundraising, including strategy design, delivery and supporter engagement Strong strategic thinking skills and the ability to turn organisational goals into clear, actionable plans Demonstrated experience of fundraising – and the capability to guide programs at a managerial level Excellent relationship-building skills, with confidence engaging a diverse range of supporters and stakeholders Strong planning, analytical and project management abilities A collaborative, proactive mindset and a passion for purpose-driven work Creativity, warmth and enthusiasm aligned with CDA’s values and mission Why you’ll love working at Clown Doctors Australia Join a values-led organisation bringing joy, connection and wellbeing to people nationwide Play a defining role in launching a new national fundraising day Lead the development of a volunteer and ambassador programme with long-term impact Hybrid work arrangements + supportive, imaginative and collaborative team culture Competitive salary, NFP benefits, EAP and additional leave Contribute to work that genuinely changes people’s experiences of care, ageing and hospitalisation Bring your strategic fundraising expertise to a unique, joyful and purpose-driven organisation – where every idea you bring to life helps spread connection, laughter and hope. Clown Doctors Australia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expecting all staff and performers to share this commitment. Selected applicants will undergo a Police Check and will need to supply a Working with Children Check. Apply now by submitting your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you’re the right person for this role. For more information, or a confidential discussion, contact Jakki Travers at Beaumont People: *************@beaumontpeople.com.au Applications will be reviewed as they’re received. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to be made for your application to be assessed, please let us know and we will be happy to discuss how that can be arranged. Be safe: do not provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr