Manager Advancement

About AIEF AIEF was established in 2008 in response to community demand from Indigenous families who choose to enrol their children in boarding schools. Bringing together the government and private sector, AIEF provides scholarship funding for Indigenous students to complete Year 12 or tertiary studies, with career support and mentoring to help them make a successful transition to employment. Backed by some of Australia’s most influential business, philanthropic, media and community leaders, AIEF has grown from one scholarship student in 2008 to now supporting over 1,500 young Indigenous people from over 400 communities in every state and territory of Australia. AIEF has consistently achieved annual retention, Year 12 completion and career transition rates above 90% since funding its first scholarship in 2008. Role Reporting to the Director, Partnerships and Advancement, the Fundraising Manager, Advancement is responsible for driving revenue growth through the strategic delivery of fundraising initiatives, with a particular focus on appeals and campaigns, individual and community giving, and donor stewardship and engagement. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement the Advancement Strategy and annual fundraising plans to drive sustainable growth and donor engagement. Grow AIEF’s donor base by attracting new supporters and converting prospects into long‑term, values‑aligned donors. Lead a calendar of multi‑channel campaigns and appeals (including digital and community‑based initiatives), testing and optimising for impact. Maintain strong, professional relationships with donors through regular, personalised stewardship and high‑quality communications that clearly articulate AIEF’s impact. Work closely with the Partnerships team to identify and secure new partnerships. Manage, coach and develop team members, building a high‑performance culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Oversee the effective use of CRM and other systems to support segmentation, stewardship, reporting and campaign optimisation. About You Tertiary qualifications in a related field and/or equivalent, relevant experience. Demonstrated success designing and delivering fundraising campaigns and appeals, achieving or exceeding income and growth targets. Experience using data, donor metrics and CRM systems to inform decisions and improve fundraising performance. Proven ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. Demonstrated people leadership experience, including setting clear KPIs and developing high‑performing team members. A genuine commitment to improving Indigenous education and employment outcomes and alignment with AIEF’s values. Experience working within Indigenous education is highly desirable. Benefits of Working with Us Contribute directly to changing the nation by supporting Indigenous education. Access generous salary packaging (up to $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 meals/accommodation). Receive an additional 7 days of leave each year to support your personal needs. Work from a prime Surry Hills location, close to cafés, restaurants and Central Station. Join a vibrant and dynamic office where no two days are the same. Access multiple opportunities for ongoing training and development. Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program. Application Process Corporate Diversity Pathways has been appointed exclusively to conduct this executive search assignment. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. To make enquiries, contact Jeromine Alpe at or +61 404 888 335. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and help grow AIEF’s community of supporters, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and your vision for advancement and fundraising in support of Indigenous education. For successful candidates, AIEF conducts mandatory probity checks, which include a National Criminal Record Check by the Australian Federal Police and a Working with Children Check by the relevant State and Territory Government(s). Job Details Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management Industries: Education and Philanthropic Fundraising Services #J-18808-Ljbffr