PHILANTHROPY SPECIALIST WA

Perth

• A rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on heart health.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements from our Perth office.
• Enjoy generous salary packaging to boost your take-home pay.

The Heart Foundation is seeking a Philanthropy Specialist to join their team in Subiaco. As Australia’s leading heart health charity, the Heart Foundation is dedicated to reducing the impact of heart disease through research, prevention, and support. This full-time, permanent role is responsible for growing and managing high-value donor relationships across Western Australia. Reporting to the WA General Manager, you’ll lead the state’s major gifts and trust/foundation portfolio, collaborating with local and national teams to deliver measurable impact.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who excels in strategy, storytelling, and one-on-one engagement, and who is confident in securing significant philanthropic support. The role offers flexibility, meaningful work, and the chance to be part of a team that genuinely values purpose and people.

• Managing and growing a portfolio of major donors, trusts, and foundations
• Developing a WA-specific philanthropy strategy and business plan
• Re-engaging and deepening relationships with current and lapsed donors
• Writing compelling cases for support and tailored funding proposals
• Identifying new prospects and creating a pipeline of long-term supporters
• Hosting donor engagement and stewardship events across WA
• Collaborating with the national philanthropy team to align strategy and processes
• Working with internal teams to ensure proposals reflect key program priorities
• Providing in-person support and donor care to WA-based philanthropists
• Forecasting income and reporting against agreed KPIs