Aspect is one of Australia's largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not‐for‐profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence‐informed solutions that are person‐centred, family‐focused and customer driven.
At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity for a
Senior Philanthropy Executive
to use your philanthropy, fundraising and relationship‐building expertise to secure significant investment from trusts, foundations, government departments and philanthropic organisations — funding initiatives that can change lives and create better opportunities for the Autistic community for generations to come.
Reporting to the Relationship and Philanthropy Manager, you'll grow Aspect's Trusts & Foundations portfolio and drive sustainable philanthropic income aligned to our strategic priorities.
Managing the full grants lifecycle, you'll identify funding opportunities, develop compelling proposals, manage submissions and reporting, and build strong relationships with funders. Working closely with teams across education, adult services, research, marketing, finance and fundraising, you'll connect funder priorities with initiatives that create meaningful impact for Autistic people and their families.
This is a
full time,
18 month parental leave contract through to April ****,



offering the chance to take ownership of an established portfolio and make a significant impact during a pivotal period of growth. Competitive salary package including superannuation and salary packaging benefits. Salary will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.
About you:
We value diverse experiences and perspectives. If your background is not an exact match but you believe you could make a meaningful contribution to Aspect, we encourage you to apply.
We're looking for someone who can bring many of the following skills and experience:
Demonstrated experience
in philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations, major giving, grant writing or relationship management.
Strong knowledge of the philanthropic landscape, including current trends, best practice and emerging funding opportunities.
A proven track record of
generating, retaining and growing income through strong, long‐term relationships
.
Exceptional written communication skills and the ability to develop compelling proposals, presentations and cases for support.
Commercial and strategic acumen, with the ability to understand organisational priorities and translate them into compelling funding opportunities.
Experience working with CRM systems, preferably
Salesforce
.




A genuine passion for social change and the disability sector.
At Aspect, you'll be part of an organisation that is making a genuine difference in the lives of autistic people and their families. You'll have the opportunity to use your philanthropy expertise to help fund work that has a lasting impact — while working alongside passionate people who are committed to creating a more inclusive world.
We're curious, courageous, collaborative and caring. We challenge the status quo, speak up, work together and treat people with kindness, understanding and respect.
We offer:
Professional Learning
opportunities for career advancement
Salary packaging
options to increase your take‐home pay
Hybrid working
arrangements
Modern workspace with
end-of-trip facilities,
close to Chatswood
train and metro station
Employee
referral incentives
Discounted membership to fitness facilities through
Fitness Passport
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families
Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.
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📌 Senior Philanthropy Executive (Sydney)
🏢 Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)
📍 Sydney