About Stepping Stone HouseStepping Stone House exists to end child and youth homelessness in Australia.About Stepping Stone HouseStepping Stone House exists to end child and youth homelessness in Australia.
Supporting children and young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, the organisation provides safe housing, therapeutic care and long‐term pathways to independence.
What sets Stepping Stone House apart is its commitment to supporting young people well beyond crisis, with aftercare programs extending through to age 30 to help create lasting outcomes.
Today, Stepping Stone House supports almost 100 young people and has ambitious plans to more than double its impact over the coming years.
With strong Board backing, significant investment in growth and a transparent strategic vision, the organisation is entering an exciting new chapter.
Based in Rockdale with hybrid flexibility, this is an opportunity to join a values‐led organisation where people genuinely come first.The OpportunityReporting to the CEO, the Head of Impact will lead all fundraising, philanthropy, partnerships, marketing, communications, volunteering, advocacy and government funding activity across the organisation.
This is far more than a traditional fundraising leadership role.
You'll inherit a team of seven and lead the development of a high‐performing Impact function that is expected to grow significantly over the coming years.
The Board has a genuine appetite for investment and growth, with plans to expand the team to approximately 14 people as revenue increases.
The organisation has set ambitious income targets, including significant growth across philanthropy, government funding, partnerships and major giving.
You'll play a central role in shaping and executing the strategy that enables Stepping Stone House to support more young people and create greater long‐term impact.




This role will suit an experienced fundraising or impact leader who enjoys building teams, driving performance, creating sustainable growth and leading from the front.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deliver the organisation's long‐term Impact and fundraising strategyLead fundraising across philanthropy, partnerships, events, trusts and foundations, grants, government funding and individual giving channelsBuild and scale new revenue streams including major gifts, bequests and regular giving programsDrive brand awareness, marketing and communications initiatives to strengthen community engagement and supportWork closely with the CEO, Board and Care team to maximise strategic funding opportunitiesStrengthen donor journeys, stewardship and supporter engagement programsLead, coach and develop the Impact team, creating a culture of accountability, performance and collaborationUtilise data and Salesforce insights to drive decision making, forecasting and performance outcomesRepresent the organisation externally with key donors, partners, government stakeholders and community leadersAbout YouYou may come from a fundraising, philanthropy, partnerships, marketing or broader impact leadership background.
Most importantly, you'll be an accomplished leader who has successfully driven growth, built high‐performing teams and delivered measurable outcomes.You Will BringSenior leadership experience across fundraising, philanthropy, partnerships, impact,



marketing or communicationsDemonstrated success growing revenue and developing sustainable funding streamsExperience leading and developing teams through periods of growth and changeStrong commercial acumen and a data‐driven approach to performanceExceptional relationship‐building and stakeholder management capabilityConfidence engaging with Boards, executive leaders, major donors and strategic partnersThe ability to set high standards, have courageous conversations and inspire high performanceA genuine connection to the mission of supporting vulnerable young peopleWhy Join Stepping Stone House?
This organisation has built a culture that genuinely prioritises its people.
Employees describe a workplace that is respectful, supportive and values‐driven, with a strong sense of purpose and psychological safety.
The organisation invests heavily in learning and development, creates meaningful opportunities for staff to connect directly with young people and works hard to ensure employees feel supported both personally and professionally.Additional Benefits IncludeHybrid working with flexibility and autonomyModern offices opposite Rockdale Station with onsite parkingSalary packaging benefitsAdditional leave flexibility and TOIL arrangementsEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth and wellbeing discountsIncentive programOngoing investment in professional developmentRegular team social events and celebrationsCollaborative and genuinely supportive leadership teamPerhaps most importantly, you'll join an organisation where the work you do directly contributes to changing the lives of young people who need it most.At Beaumont People, we believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we would be happy to discuss these with you.
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📌 Head Of Impact, Stepping Stone House (Sydney)
🏢 Beaumont People
📍 Sydney