Job Description
Build and grow partnerships with philanthropic funders
Meaningful role with purpose and impact
Full time or Part time (0.8)
Melbourne
The Leprosy Mission Australia(TLMA) is working towardsZero Leprosy transmission by ****.
Ending this disease is achievable with the right resources and this role is crucial to supporting their work in India, Nepal, Indonesia, PNG, Nigeria and Timor-Leste.
The Leprosy Mission Australiapartners with Australians to ensure that people affected by neglected tropical diseases including leprosy across the world get thecure,care, andrestorationthey need to live life in all its fullness.
They are part of a global network of 30 Members, working together to assist some of the most outcast and vulnerable people in the world.
The Opportunity
TheTrusts & Foundations Managerplays a critical role in building and growing a key funding stream for the organisation.
This is a relationship-led role where you will take a proactive approach to establishing new connections, developing funding partnerships and positioning The Leprosy Mission within the philanthropic sector.
Working closely with the Strategic Relationships Lead, you will:
Proactively identify, engage and develop partnerships with trusts & foundations, PAFs and PuAFs
Act as a visible ambassador, attending networking events and building a strong presence across the philanthropic sector
Refine and execute the trusts & foundations approach, identifying and progressing new opportunities
Write compelling grant proposals and funding applications, aligning organisational priorities with funder interests
Steward and grow existing partnerships, ensuring high-quality engagement and acquittal reporting
Collaborate with international colleagues across The Leprosy Mission network on large-scale funding opportunities




Trusts & Foundations continue to represent a significant growth opportunity at TLMA, with strong potential to deepen engagement and increase multi-year funding.
About YOU
You are a natural connector who brings a proactive mindset, combined with strong grant writing capability.
You will demonstrate:
Proven ability to engage funders and build meaningful connections, with confidence representing an organisation externally
A proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new opportunities
Experience in trusts & foundations, philanthropy or major donor fundraising
Strong grant writing skills and the ability to convert opportunities into funding outcomes
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders
Experience or exposure to international development, global health, disability inclusion or overseas aid (highly regarded)
Ability to operate within the Christian based beliefs, vision, mission and values of The Leprosy Mission Australia
A proactive, outcomes-focused approach, with the ability to take initiative and drive progress
This is an opportunity to:
Play a key role in growing and shaping an key and evolving funding stream
Build meaningful partnerships that deliver tangible global impact
Work within a purpose-driven, values-led organisation
Contribute to an ambitious goal of ending leprosy and other Neglected Tropical Diseases that affect 1 billion people worldwide
Safeguarding
TLMA has a zero-tolerance policy towards any abuse, neglect and exploitation to all people.
It is a requirement to sign and comply with all TLM organisational policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
Successful applicants will be required to provide a recent National Police Check certificate.
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📌 Trusts And Foundations Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Gembridge
📍 Melbourne