WHAT WE OFFER
- Full-time role – 2 years fixed term
- Generous salary packaging benefits
- Extra time off! Enjoy 10 additional paid days of leave, including public holidays over the Christmas/New Year period
- A supportive Employee Assistance Program
- CBD location with excellent access to public transport
- $128,000 – $136,000 per annum
ABOUT US
Circle Green Community Legal (Circle Green) is a community legal centre providing humanitarian, tenancy, workplace and family and domestic violence legal advice, further assistance, representation, advocacy, community legal education, referrals, outreach and support.
OUR PURPOSE- Accessible Justice!
To create a system, place and space to ensure a safety net of best practice legal advice, education and advocacy in our specialist fields.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Fundraising and Partnerships Manager plays a key role in strengthening Circle Green’s long‑term financial sustainability and impact. This newly created role is responsible for growing and diversifying revenue through grants, tenders, partnerships, fundraising and philanthropic opportunities. It combines strategic planning with hands‑on delivery and is focused on building a practical, outward‑facing funding and partnerships function aligned to organisational priorities and values. Working closely with the CEO, Principal Lawyers and internal stakeholders, the role identifies funding opportunities, coordinates high‑quality submissions, builds external relationships and establishes clear systems to track performance and impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Identify and develop grants, tenders, partnerships and fundraising opportunities.
- Coordinate and prepare high‑quality grant and tender submissions.
- Build and manage relationships with funders, partners and supporters.
- Develop proposals and cases for support.
- Establish and maintain a funding pipeline and reporting framework.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to translate programs and outcomes into compelling funding narratives.
- Support appropriate fundraising and philanthropic activity aligned to Circle Green’s scale and capacity.
ABOUT YOU!
We are seeking a motivated, organised and relationship‑focused individual who is comfortable working both strategically and practically. You will bring strong written communication skills and a proactive approach to building new opportunities, along with:
- Demonstrated experience in fundraising, grants, tenders, partnerships or revenue generation roles.
- Proven ability to secure funding or develop successful external partnerships.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
- High‑quality writing capability, including grant and proposal development.
- Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities and build new systems and processes.
- Alignment with Circle Green’s purpose, values and commitment to social justice.
Join a team of passionate, like‑minded individuals committed to creating accessible justice and delivering best practice services to our community.
If you have any questions, would like a confidential discussion about the role, or would like a copy of the position description, please contact Human Resources at (08) 6148 3648 or via email at hr@circlegreen.org.au.
Circle Green is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values and supports all individuals. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, people from the LGBTIQA+ community, and people with disabilities.
HOW TO APPLY?
To apply, please submit your CV and a Cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria above by 12 May 2026. Please note that shortlisting, interviewing and appointment may begin immediately. Circle Green reserves the right to close the position prior to the closing date. Early applications are encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in working at Circle Green.
