Part-Time (30 hours per week) | Hybrid Work Arrangement
Albury-Wodonga Region

Lead a Trusted Community Charity Making a Real Difference

The Sunshine Trust is a respected community-based charitable organisation dedicated to supporting cancer services, research, patient care and wellbeing initiatives throughout the Albury-Wodonga region and surrounding communities.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced, motivated and community-focused leader to join the Trust as Manager. Reporting directly to the Board Chairperson, this role provides both strategic and operational leadership across fundraising, stakeholder engagement, governance, grants administration, marketing, financial oversight and community partnerships.

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a well-established charitable organisation while making a meaningful contribution to the lives of people affected by cancer across our region.

About the Role

As Manager, you will be responsible for the leadership and day-to-day management of the Sunshine Trust, ensuring the organisation continues to grow its impact, strengthen community connections and achieve its strategic objectives.

Working closely with the Board, you will lead fundraising initiatives, oversee governance and operational functions, manage staff and volunteers, and build strong relationships with donors, community stakeholders and partner organisations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

Support the Sunshine Trust Board in achieving its strategic objectives.

Implement and monitor the Trust's Strategic Plan.

Contribute to risk management, governance and organisational planning.





Prepare reports and provide strategic advice to the Board.

Ensure compliance with legislative, financial and governance obligations.

Drive fundraising growth across corporate, community and individual donor channels.

Develop and maintain solid relationships with corporate partners, sponsors and donors.

Identify opportunities to increase fundraising revenue and community support.

Promote the Trust throughout regional communities and stakeholder networks.

Event Management

Lead the planning and delivery of the Trust's flagship fundraising event, the Sunshine Walk.

Support the delivery of iconic fundraising and community events across the region.

Coordinate volunteer participation and stakeholder engagement.

Ensure all events are professionally delivered and align with the Trust's values and reputation.

Coordinate the Trust's grant funding program.

Build relationships with cancer service providers and regional stakeholders.

Facilitate grant application and assessment processes.

Monitor funded projects and reporting requirements.

Operations & People Leadership

Lead, mentor and support staff and volunteers.

Foster a high-performing and collaborative team culture.

Oversee financial administration, budgeting and reporting processes.

About You





To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Demonstrated experience in leadership, management or senior coordination roles.

Strong fundraising, donor management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Experience working with Boards, Committees or not-for-profit organisations.

Exceptional communication, networking and relationship-building skills.

Experience coordinating events, projects or community initiatives.

Strong financial administration and reporting skills.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.

The ability to work independently while building strong partnerships across the community.

Current Australian Driver's Licence.

National Police Check.

Victorian and New South Wales Working with Children Checks.

Experience within the not-for-profit or charitable sector.

Experience working with regional communities and stakeholders.

Event management and fundraising campaign experience.

Knowledge of community engagement and donor development strategies.

Why Join Sunshine Trust?

This is an opportunity to lead a respected regional charity and contribute to improving outcomes for individuals and families affected by cancer.

We offer:

Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

A highly autonomous and rewarding leadership position.

The opportunity to work closely with an engaged and supportive Board.

Strong community connections and stakeholder engagement.

The opportunity to influence the future direction and sustainability of the Trust.

Meaningful work that delivers genuine impact across the region.

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