Philanthropy & Growth Manager

Create meaningful partnerships that help 1.3 million Queenslanders living with neurological conditions connect to a better life.

Some roles ask you to grow numbers. This one invites you to grow possibility.

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of philanthropy at MS Queensland. At its heart, this is a Strategic Relationships Manager role, focused on opening doors to new philanthropic partners who want to make a meaningful difference.

Behind every partnership is a person, a family and a community who can be better supported. Every conversation you start, every connection you nurture and every opportunity you unlock has the potential to create life-changing impact for people living with multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions.

This role is for someone who loves building trust, connecting with people and turning shared purpose into meaningful support. You will help grow MS Queensland’s network of supporters, inspire new opportunities for giving and build partnerships that leave a legacy.

If you are curious, proactive and motivated by purpose, this may be the role you have been waiting for.

About MS Queensland

MS Queensland is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit charity supporting people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and neurological conditions. For more than 65 years, we have been a trusted voice and support provider for Queenslanders living with MS. Today, our work extends more broadly across neurological conditions, helping people access connection, wellness, information, services and support that improve quality of life.

Our purpose is deeply human: to ensure every Queenslander living with a neurological condition can connect to a better life.

Based at our contemporary Milton Neuro Wellness Hub on vibrant Park Road, you will join a collaborative team united by authenticity and purpose. We offer hybrid and flexible working, a culture built on trust and respect, and the chance to do meaningful work in a way that supports your wellbeing. 

Why join MS Queensland?

This is a rare opportunity to shape something meaningful at a pivotal time for MS Queensland.

• You will have the freedom to think strategically, the support of committed leaders and the opportunity to build new pathways for generosity, partnership and impact.
• Here, your conversations can become new services. Your networks can become new sources of support. Your ability to open a door can help someone access the care, connection, information or confidence they need to live better with a neurological condition.
• This is not a traditional role. It is an opportunity to use your influence, curiosity and relationship-building strengths to create a legacy through philanthropy.

The opportunity

In this role, you will play a key role in growing MS Queensland’s future impact by identifying, cultivating and securing new philanthropic and strategic partnership opportunities.

Working closely with the Board, Executive Leadership Team, senior leaders, Marketing and Supporter Impact teams, you will help shape compelling opportunities for major donors, trusts, foundations, corporate supporters and values-aligned partners to contribute to positive change.

This role is for someone who can see possibility before it becomes visible to others. Someone who understands that philanthropy is built through trust, shared purpose, thoughtful stewardship and the ability to inspire people to be part of something bigger. 

What you'll help create

In this role, you will support the MS Queensland community by:

• Growing a strong pipeline of new philanthropic supporters, major donors, trusts, foundations and partners.
• Opening doors with individuals, organisations and networks aligned to our purpose.
• Building trusted relationships that connect generosity with meaningful community impact.
• Shaping compelling cases for support that show the difference philanthropy can make.
• Cultivating long-term partnerships grounded in shared values, trust and measurable impact.
• Working with senior leaders and Board members to expand MS Queensland’s reach and supporter network.
• Bringing insight, initiative and creativity to how we identify, engage and inspire new supporters.
• Contributing to a growing culture of philanthropy across the organisation.

What success looks like

This is an opportunity to create a legacy of impact. By building strong foundations today, you will help shape a future where Queenslanders living with a neurological condition are better connected, supported, and able to thrive.

You will be successful when you are:

• Building healthy pipelines of new funding and partnership opportunities.
• Starting conversations with people and organisations who may not yet know MS Queensland.
• Inspiring supporters to see the role they can play in improving lives.
• Turning curiosity, research and networking into meaningful connections.
• Strengthening MS Queensland’s visibility with values-aligned donors, funders and partners.

About you

You are a natural relationship-builder who knows how to create trust. You are curious, warm, proactive and comfortable starting meaningful conversations

You have experience in philanthropy, fundraising, major gifts, partnerships, trusts and foundations, community impact or purpose-led relationship development.

What matters most is your ability to connect with people authentically, understand what motivates them and inspire them to support a cause that changes lives. 

You will bring:

• A genuine commitment to purpose-led work and improving outcomes for people living with neurological conditions.
• Experience building meaningful relationships with donors, funders, partners, senior stakeholders or community leaders.
• Confidence to identify, approach and cultivate new supporters with warmth and professionalism.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to connect people to purpose.
• A proactive mindset and the energy to build something meaningful from the ground up.
• Sound judgement, empathy and discretion in sensitive, high-trust environments.
• Experience developing proposals, cases for support or partnership concepts that inspire action.
• The ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders, Board members and internal teams.
• Comfort using data, insight and relationship systems to guide thoughtful engagement.
• A long-term view of relationships, where trust and impact matter more than quick wins.

Benefits, flexibility & support

• Salary packaging benefits with up to $18,500 in tax-free not-for-profit packaging available through Eziway.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support your lifestyle and wellbeing.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to free learning and training such as Mental Health First Aid.
• A collaborative Supporter Impact team that values shared learning, connection and teamwork.
• A contemporary Milton location close to transport, parking, cafes, restaurants and shops on Park Road.
• End-of-trip facilities, outdoor spaces and workplace amenities including a coffee machine.
• Portable long service leave through QLeave as part of the community services sector.
• Family-friendly leave support, including paid maternity and partner leave.
• Financial wellbeing initiatives, including early access to earned wages and savings support.
• A values-led culture where your contribution is recognised and connected to real community impact.

Compliance Requirements

To join MS Queensland, you will need to complete relevant compliance checks, including:

• NDIS Worker Screening
• Blue Card
• National Police Clearance
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module training

MS Queensland covers the cost and renewal of Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Card requirements where applicable.

Interested?

Here, your conversations can become new services. Your networks can become new sources of support. Your ability to open a door can help someone access the care, connection, information or confidence they need to live better with a neurological condition. If you believe every conversation has the potential to create positive change, we encourage you to apply.

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now'.

We look forward to your application online before 11:59pm AEST on the closing date.

For general enquiries or to request a copy of the full Position Description, please contact recruitment@msqld.org.au using the subject line: Philanthropy & Growth Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs. Please note this email address is for enquiries only.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. 

Our commitment to inclusion

At MS Queensland, we are committed to building a workplace where people feel respected, valued and able to contribute. We warmly welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Respectfully, no agencies please.

A position description is attached.