Company Description Lifeline Australia is a national charity providing 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services to people across the country. Through phone, text, online chat, and local Lifeline Centres, the organization ensures that individuals experiencing personal crisis can access immediate, confidential support. Lifeline was founded in 1963 in response to the urgent need for connection and assistance for people facing loneliness, isolation, and distress.

Today, Lifeline’s crisis line receives a new call every minute, reflecting the scale of its impact and the vital nature of its services. As a charity, Lifeline relies on community support and donations to sustain and grow its life-saving work.

Role Description The Business Development Lead is a full-time, in office role based in Sydney, NSW, responsible for driving strategic growth and partnerships that support Lifeline Australia’s mission. This role includes identifying and developing new training funding opportunities, and community collaborations that enhance service sustainability and reach.

The Business Development

Lead will conduct market and stakeholder analysis, prepare proposals and presentations, and manage end-to-end relationship development with key partners and donors.



Day-to-day tasks involve working closely with internal teams to align business development initiatives with organizational priorities, tracking performance metrics, and reporting on outcomes. The role also includes representing Lifeline at meetings, events, and networking opportunities to strengthen brand awareness and foster long-term support.

Qualifications

Proven experience in business development, ideally within the not-for-profit or health sector.

Strong skills in stakeholder engagement, relationship management, and negotiation to build and maintain strategic partnerships.

Ability to conduct market research, analyze data, and develop evidence-based strategies and proposals.

Solid communication skills, including writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.

Experience with lead generation, prospecting and sales. Understanding of charity operations, social impact measurement, or health and community services is highly beneficial.

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and maintain a values-driven, person-centered approach.

📌 Business Development Lead (Sydney)
🏢 Lifeline Australia
📍 Sydney