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Monash Health Foundation is the fundraising arm of Monash Health, nurturing and encouraging philanthropic, corporate and community support, so we can provide positive experiences for the people we care for.
About the Role
Join our team as a Prospect Research & Philanthropy Analyst on an ongoing, full-time basis to work as part of the Monash Health Foundation.
In this role, you will be report into the Head of Philanthropy and work closely with the broader Foundation team, supporting major gift fundraising through high-quality coordination, research, analysis, and reporting.
This role plays a critical part in strengthening philanthropic outcomes by identifying and prioritising major donor prospects, enabling donor engagement and conversion, and ensuring strong governance and reporting practices.
Key responsibilities include:
- Identifying and maintaining a strong pipeline of major donor prospects, including high net worth individuals and organisations
- Conducting detailed research and analysis to support donor engagement strategies and fundraising initiatives
- Producing timely, accurate reports to inform decision-making and fundraising strategy
- Supporting donor conversion and stewardship activities, including grant applications and engagement planning
- Maintaining high-quality records in the Foundation’s CRM (Salesforce), ensuring data integrity and robust reporting
- Supporting compliance and governance requirements, including donor agreements, reporting, and DGR obligations
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to align donor interests with Monash Health strategic priorities
- Contributing to continuous improvement of systems, reporting tools, and fundraising processes
- Supporting donor-funded project tracking, financial administration, and reporting
This role is based in Clayton and may require occasional travel across Monash Health sites and offers flexible/hybrid working arrangements where appropriate.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes including:
- Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information into clear insights and recommendations
- Experience in prospect research, fundraising, or the not-for-profit/philanthropy sector
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholders
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines
- A proactive, adaptable mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
- High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and data integrity
- Professionalism and discretion, with the ability to manage confidential donor information
- An undergraduate qualification in journalism, library and information studies, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
- Demonstrated experience working with CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite
- Experience or understanding of the Australian philanthropic sector
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, and welcoming 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 programs.
- 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 945 490 or [email protected].
Position Description can be found here
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: 1 July 2026
