Job Requisition ID: 8839
Legal Entity: Monash Health
Location:
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Employment Type: Full Time and / or Part Time
Posting Date: 6 Aug 2026
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Monash Health Foundation is the fundraising arm of Monash Health, nurturing and encouraging philanthropic, corporate and community funding, enabling us to provide a quality service and positive experiences for the people we care for.
About the Role
Join the Monash Health Foundation team as our Philanthropy Coordinator and play a key role in growing philanthropic support for one of Australia's largest public health services. This is a full-time, ongoing position, Monday to Friday. Applications from candidates seeking to work part-time (four days per week) will also be considered.
Based at Monash Medical Centre in Clayton, the role may require occasional travel across Monash Health sites and offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements where appropriate.
Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, you will work closely with the Philanthropy team and the broader Foundation team to provide high-quality coordination, project management, prospect research and reporting that supports the solicitation or stewardship of major donors and their projects.
As our Philanthropy Coordinator, you will:
Coordinate key internal processes with internal stakeholders to ensure donor gifts are allocated, processed and acknowledged accurately, with appropriate documentation and stewardship.
Prepare timely, accurate reports, dashboards and insights to support fundraising performance.
Conduct research and analysis to identify new funding opportunities.
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective major donors, including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, foundations and corporate partners.
Support donor conversion and stewardship activities, including grant applications, agreements and engagement planning.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using CRM, ensuring data integrity, compliance and meaningful reporting.
About You
You are a highly organised and proactive professional who enjoys working behind the scenes to enable successful fundraising outcomes. You are solutions focused, with strong analytical and coordination skills. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about supporting philanthropy that makes a meaningful difference.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Experience in prospect research, fundraising, philanthropy, or the not-for-profit sector.
Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people.
Strong organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
A proactive, adaptable approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
High accuracy and a strong focus on maintaining quality data.
Professional, trustworthy and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
Experience using CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
A tertiary qualification in business or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of, or experience in, the Australian philanthropic sector is desirable.
Why you will love working with us
Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are a highly skilled, collaborative team where the only limit in your career is you. Upon your appointment, we will provide you with:
A supportive and cohesive sub-team, working within a larger consumer relations team.
Professional development courses, seminars and mentoring.
Opportunities for you to use your experience in the role to inform and drive initiatives within the broader units and program
Salary packaging.
Onsite Gym options and ability to join Fitness Passport - your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Kate Smith, Head of Philanthropy 0436 945490 or
[email protected]
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 23 August 2026
