Current opportunities
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Are you an experienced relationship fundraiser looking for flexibility and a career-defining opportunity to unlock untapped potential?
Looking for a role that balances autonomy and influence with collaboration and support from the focused, high-performing team tackling one of the biggest public health challenges of our time?
Ready to bring your expertise to an established donor community to deepen engagement and convert momentum and scale into significant philanthropic support?
Building on a record-breaking year of fundraising, investment and progress, this small but mighty team is excited to welcome a major donor fundraiser to their ambitious, compassionate organisation.
With a healthy donor database, highly engaged community and a clear remit for optimisation and growth, this is a genuine opportunity to build and scale a major donor program and create game-changing impact.
If you value flexible working and you’re looking for a role with genuine ownership to shape the plan and make it happen, this could be your next move.
WHAT’S ON OFFER
permanent full time role
$140k + super
boost your take home pay with salary packaging benefits
convenient lower north shore location with free parking
excellent hybrid working WFH 3 days/2 days in office
work alongside truly exceptional leaders and fundraisers
enjoy a positive, connected, high-trust team environment
national role with some travel
**A clear mission. Compelling progress. A connected community and collaborative team.**ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, this newly created role will see you take ownership of major giving, developing and delivering a clear plan to grow philanthropic income and build long-term donor relationships.
You’ll work with an existing community of engaged supporters, identifying opportunities to deepen relationships, increase giving and build a strong pipeline of current and prospective major donors.
Relationship-led and hands-on, you’ll have the freedom to shape the approach while personally driving it forward — meeting donors, understanding what motivates their giving, developing tailored engagement and stewardship plans and confidently making the ask.
You’ll create compelling cases for support and tailored proposals, connecting people with meaningful opportunities to make an impact.
You’ll also work closely with colleagues and other stakeholders to create memorable donor experiences and bring the impact of their generosity to life.
Key responsibilities include
develop and grow the major donor and mid-value programs
develop and implement stewardship and engagement plans
identify and cultivate relationships with existing and prospective high-value donors
plan and deliver personalised stewardship, donor recognition and impact reporting
develop compelling cases for support, tailored proposals and presentations
confidently make the ask and secure significant gifts
deliver an outstanding donor experience
facilitate donor meetings and small stewardship events across major cities
identify new funding, partnership and growth opportunities
achieve fundraising targets and strategic objectives as agreed with leadership
track and report on fundraising performance, market trends and opportunities
ABOUT YOU
You’re an experienced relationship fundraiser with experience in major giving.
You know how to build trust, nurture long-term relationships and turn genuine connection into philanthropic support.
You engage with high-value donors, understand what motivates their giving and comfortably make the ask.
You’re equally comfortable thinking strategically and getting things done — someone who naturally makes a plan, then personally drives it forward.
You bring sound judgement, strong communication skills and an the ability to identify and act on opportunities for growth.
You’ll thrive in a role where you have the autonomy to use your experience while working collaboratively with a small team of specialists.
We’d love you to bring:
demonstrated experience in major gift fundraising
proven ability to generate revenue from major and mid-level giving
demonstrated success building and nurturing long-term donor relationships
exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills
strong networking and stakeholder engagement skills
emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate sensitive conversations
ability to analyse and report on fundraising performance
ability to identify and develop new funding and growth opportunities
ability to manage competing priorities and work with a high degree of autonomy
experience in medical research or related field (desirable).
INTERESTED?
Great! We're looking forward to connecting with you.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to Cynthia Harris — cynthia@hearttalent.com.au.
Please note this email address is for enquiries only. We do not accept applications via email, please apply online.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.
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Join an established, high-performing events team delivering a diverse national portfolio for a respected professional membership organisation.
Reporting to the Head of Events, you’ll take ownership of a portfolio of high-quality conferences and events, working across the full event lifecycle from planning and program development through to delivery and evaluation.
You’ll work closely with members, committees, speakers, partners and internal teams to create experiences that deliver genuine value while meeting commercial and strategic objectives.
This is a senior, hands-on role for an experienced event professional who enjoys autonomy, complexity and variety — and knows how to keep multiple moving parts on track without losing sight of the bigger picture.
Key responsibilities
lead end-to-end delivery of conferences, forums and other member and industry events
manage event plans, timelines, budgets, suppliers, venues, registrations and logistics
work with committees, subject matter experts and speakers to develop relevant, engaging programs
build strong relationships with members, partners and stakeholders
work closely with marketing and other internal teams to drive attendance and engagement
manage event budgets and contribute to commercial performance
identify opportunities to improve event experience, processes and ways of working
support and guide more junior team members where required
ABOUT YOU
You’re an experienced event professional with a strong track record delivering complex conferences and events. Highly organised and commercially aware, you’re equally comfortable managing the detail and building relationships with senior stakeholders.
You’ll bring:
significant end-to-end event management experience
experience delivering conferences and complex, multi-stream events
strong project, budget and supplier management capability
confidence working with committees, speakers and senior stakeholders
excellent communication and relationship-building skills
a calm, solutions-focused approach and strong attention to detail
confidence with event technology and digital/hybrid delivery
a collaborative, service-focused approach
You’ll join an experienced and supportive team with a strong reputation for delivering events that connect, educate and engage a national professional community.
INTERESTED?
Great, we are looking forward to receiving your application and connecting with you.
If you would like to submit a cover letter, please include it within your CV ie one document per application, please.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to hello@hearttalent.com.au
Please note this email address is for enquiries only, we do not accept applications via email. Please apply online.
**Interviews commence from 11 September.**
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.
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**Interviews will commence from 15 September, please apply asap.**
Are you a marketing leader looking for an opportunity to drive growth and impact in a thriving, critical sector?
Can you turn organisational strategy, product objectives and commercial targets into clear, practical marketing plans and lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver results?
Do you enjoy bringing clarity, alignment and structure to how marketing operates and creates engagement, positioning and demand for products and services?
Ready to bring your expertise to the industry that underpins Australia's prosperity, resilience and liveability?
If you’re a collaborative, people-first leader who thrives working with lots of stakeholders and wants to do work that matters, this could be your next move.
Heart Talent is delighted to partner with the Australian Water Association (AWA) — the peak body for Australia's water sector — as it enters an exciting new chapter.
With a new five-year strategy setting clear direction for the water community and a vision for a sustainable water future, there's real momentum behind growing AWA's reach and impact, making this an exciting time to join the organisation.
WHAT’S ON OFFER
permanent, full time role
Chatswood office
hybrid working — 3 days in office/2 days WFH
salary packaging benefits to boost take home pay
novated leasing for vehicles
respected brand in a critical sector
diverse programs, initiatives and stakeholders
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Building on an exciting growth trajectory and guided by a renewed purpose to inspire, connect and transform, AWA is evolving from a connector of water professionals into a catalyst for system-wide change.
Reporting to the Executive General Manager, Engagement and Member Value, you'll lead the established multidisciplinary team responsible for positioning AWA's value, building demand and supporting growth across membership, events, learning and other products and services.
You'll be responsible for the organisation's marketing operating system — establishing and continuously improving planning, prioritisation, accountabilities, workflows and operating discipline to create greater clarity and consistency and enable the team to deliver their best work.
With a strong commercial and audience focus, you'll connect strategy with execution and use customer journey thinking, marketing data and performance literacy to build demand, strengthen pipelines and support conversion.
You'll work closely with leaders across the organisation to ensure marketing operates as a strategic organisation-wide capability.
This role will see you:
lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of marketing and communications specialists
strengthen and evolve ways of working, including planning, prioritisation, capacity management, campaign governance, workflows and cross-functional accountabilities
translate organisational, product and commercial objectives into audience-led marketing strategies and go-to-market plans
work collaboratively across functions, partnering with product and service owners to align marketing priorities, positioning and demand generation with organisational and commercial objectives
lead positioning and demand generation across AWA's portfolio, building pipelines and supporting conversion
develop effective customer and member journeys
use data, funnel performance, conversion and ROI to measure effectiveness and inform marketing investment
oversee brand, communications, campaigns, reputation and the marketing budget
lead the effective use and continuous improvement of digital platforms, CRM, marketing automation and AI, working closely with the data and technology team.
ABOUT YOU
You’re an experienced senior marketer with a strong background leading multidisciplinary teams and translating organisational and commercial objectives into marketing strategies, plans and measurable results.
You're a supportive, people-first leader who provides clear direction and accountability, is comfortable challenging thinking, making decisions and setting priorities — ultimately empowering specialist professionals to do their best work.
You bring strong commercial marketing capability, with a track record across demand generation, customer journeys, pipeline, conversion and marketing ROI.
You're confident using data and insight to understand performance, identify opportunities and make informed decisions.
You have a strong understanding of CRM, marketing automation, digital campaigns, analytics and emerging technology. You can confidently lead specialists and assess performance without needing to be the technical expert or hands-on executor.
You're a confident and collaborative stakeholder leader who can work across organisational boundaries, manage competing priorities and make sensible trade-offs while maintaining constructive relationships.
You're comfortable with change and ambiguity and enjoy creating clarity, improving ways of working and using technology, automation and AI to enable better results.
While water or association sector experience is not a prerequisite, you have a genuine interest in doing work that matters in a purpose-driven organisation.
INTERESTED?
Great, we look forward to receiving your application. If you would like to submit a cover letter, please include it within your CV ie one document per application, please.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to hello@hearttalent.com.au. Please note this email address is for enquiries only, we do not accept applications via email. Please apply online.
**Interviews will commence from 15 September, please apply asap.**
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.
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Are you a proactive, curious program manager looking for an opportunity to own and shape industry programs in a thriving, critical sector?
Do you feel energised by change, growth and working with diverse stakeholders across sectors?
Looking for a job with plenty of variety and genuine scope in a supportive, flexible environment?
Ready to take ownership of established national programs, help to create new initiatives and work across the organisation and sector to connect ideas, people and outcomes and make things happen?
If you’re a natural communicator and collaborator who brings people together and builds strong partnerships while being hands-on and outcomes focused, this could be the role you’re looking for.
Heart Talent is delighted to partner with the Australian Water Association (AWA) — the peak body for Australia's water sector — as it enters an exciting new chapter.
With a new five-year strategy setting clear direction for the water community and a vision for a sustainable water future, there's real momentum behind growing AWA's reach and impact, making this an exciting time to join the organisation.
WHAT’S ON OFFER
permanent, full time role
Chatswood office
hybrid working — 3 days in office/2 days WFH
salary packaging benefits to boost take home pay
novated leasing for vehicles
respected brand in a critical sector
diverse programs, initiatives and stakeholders
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Building on an exciting growth trajectory and guided by a renewed purpose to inspire, connect and transform, AWA is evolving from a connector of water professionals into a catalyst for system-wide change.
Reporting to the Head of Partnerships and Programs, you will take ownership of a portfolio of programs and initiatives that connect people, organisations and ideas across the water sector and beyond.
This is a hands-on role combining program and project management, stakeholder engagement, partnership development and commercial thinking.
You’ll manage established national programs while identifying opportunities to develop new programs, partnerships and sustainable models that deliver value for AWA, its members and the broader water sector.
You’ll also lead new programs from idea and design through to delivery, evaluation and continuous improvement.
You’ll connect program insights and outcomes across AWA to extend their reach and impact.
This role offers genuine scope to question, improve and build — identifying opportunities, developing sustainable programs and helping shape how AWA collaborates with the water sector and adjacent industries into the future.
Key responsibilities include:
lead end-to-end delivery of industry programs and initiatives
manage planning, governance, resourcing, risk and on-time, on-budget delivery
build and maintain relationships with members, industry partners, technical experts, government and other stakeholders
identify and develop new program and partnership opportunities aligned with AWA’s purpose and priority impact areas
develop sustainable programs, considering business case, funding, resourcing and commercial opportunities
manage program budgets, funding opportunities, applications and reporting
establish clear outcomes, monitor progress and evaluate impact and benefits
continuously improve established programs to increase value, reach and impact
connect program outcomes and insights across policy and advocacy, marketing and communications, events and other AWA initiatives
manage external contractors and consultants as required.
ABOUT YOU
You’re a proactive, self-driven program professional who combines strong project delivery capability with excellent stakeholder engagement.
You have experience working across water, resources, environment, sustainability or an adjacent sector.
You’re comfortable working across different subject areas and stakeholder groups and able to see the bigger picture while remaining hands-on with the detail.
We’d love you to bring:
5+ years’ experience in program or project delivery
qualifications in science, engineering, natural resource management or a related field
strong project management, planning, coordination and organisational skills
demonstrated capability in monitoring, evaluation and benefits realisation
exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and facilitation skills
excellent written and verbal communication skills
commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities and develop sustainable program models
creative thinking and an appetite to develop, build and improve programs
curiosity and the ability to quickly get across different subject matter
ability to work across multiple programs and subject areas, balancing competing priorities
comfortable working with ambiguity and in an evolving environment
ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
a proactive, self-starting approach and ability to work with autonomy
a collaborative, hands-on approach and willingness to work end-to-end.
INTERESTED?
Great, we are looking forward to receiving your application and connecting with you.
If you would like to submit a cover letter, please include it within your CV ie one document per application, please.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to hello@hearttalent.com.au
Please note this email address is for enquiries only, we do not accept applications via email. Please apply online.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, there is no closing date.
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.
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Management (Advocacy and capability team)
Heart Talent is delighted to partner with a thriving national non-profit organisation at a pivotal moment in the organisation and sector’s evolution. This role is about investing in the capability and skills the sector will need for the future, with real backing to build something new rather than maintain what already exists.
This role holds significant opportunity — designing and delivering market-relevant learning programs, digital learning content and career pathways as a sustainable, revenue-generating offer.
You'll oversee established member programs including a national careers platform and a mentoring program, while shaping a curriculum that closes real skills gaps across a critical, growing sector.
You'll bring strong commercial acumen, instructional design expertise, and experience developing business cases and translating skills gaps into learning strategy — ideally backed by exposure to go-to-market thinking for education or professional development products.
INTERESTED?
Great, we are looking forward to connecting with you.
More detail about this opportunity will be available in mid August. Interviews and shortlisting will take place in late August.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to hello@hearttalent.com.au
Please note this email address is for enquiries only. We do not accept applications via email, please apply online.
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.
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Bring people, knowledge and ideas together to help shape the future of Australia’s water sector.
Are you a natural connector and relationship builder who enjoys bringing smart people together around complex issues and ideas?
Interested in turning specialist knowledge and sector expertise into insights, collaboration and meaningful impact?
Do you have water sector experience, a knack for seeing connections and trends and an ability to translate complexity into clear, useful insights?
If you’re curious and collaborative and you value the power of shared knowledge to influence change — this could be your next career move.
Here’s an opportunity to harness the collective expertise of the water sector and play a key role in creating a sustainable water future.
Heart Talent is delighted to partner with the Australian Water Association — the peak body for Australia's water sector — to find the newest member of their growing advocacy and capability team.
Powered by their vision for a sustainable water future, AWA is evolving from a connector of water professionals into a catalyst for system-wide change — and advocacy sits at the heart of how that change will happen.
With a new five-year strategy, new advocacy plan and a roadmap through to 2030, there's real momentum behind growing AWA's voice with government, making this an exciting time to join the organisation.
WHAT’S ON OFFER
permanent, full time role
Chatswood office
hybrid working — 3 days in office/2 days WFH
salary packaging benefits to boost take home pay
novated leasing for vehicles
respected brand in a thriving sector
investment in advocacy, capability and sector-level impact
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
This role will see you:
lead and evolve AWA’s specialist technical networks and communities of practice
build engagement and participation across members, volunteers, technical experts and partners
work closely with volunteer chairs and committees to enable effective network leadership
capture knowledge and insights emerging from networks, events and technical collaboration
translate complex technical expertise into practical resources, sector insights and strategic intelligence
identify emerging water-sector trends, challenges and innovations
connect technical expertise with AWA’s advocacy, policy, capability and member-value agenda
support partnerships and collaboration across industry, government, research and adjacent sectors
provide technical/subject-matter into shaping conferences, webinars, member circles and capability programs
connect networks with broader organisational programs
evaluate network effectiveness, engagement and impact and continuously improve the model.
ABOUT YOU
You’re a natural connector and relationship builder with experience working with technical/professional audiences.
Your experience includes professional networks, committees, working groups or communities of practice and translating specialist expertise into organisational or sector outcomes.
You have experience working in the water, sustainability, circular economy or infrastructure sectors and an ability to understand technical subject matter without necessarily being a deep technical expert.
We’d love you to bring:
strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
experience working with senior/technical specialists
ability to build, activate and sustain professional communities/networks
exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills
ability to translate complex information for different audiences
consensus-building and influencing skills
strong systems thinking — able to see connections between technical issues, policy, industry and organisational priorities
program/project management
partnership development and cross-sector collaboration
ability to work effectively with volunteers, committees and subject-matter experts
ability to identify useful insights/trends from multiple sources
strong evaluation skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
INTERESTED?
Great, we are looking forward to receiving your application and connecting with you.
If you would like to submit a cover letter, please include it within your CV ie one document per application.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to hello@hearttalent.com.au
Please note this email address is for enquiries only. We do not accept applications via email, please apply online.
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.
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Heart Talent is delighted to partner with a purpose-led national membership association at a moment when its advocacy voice matters more than ever — as Australia's water sector navigates significant change and increasing public and government attention.
This role provides strategic leadership for the organisation's policy and advocacy agenda, ensuring it is recognised as a credible, evidence-based and influential voice on the issues shaping the future of Australia's water sector.
You'll bring together technical expertise, industry intelligence, member insights and external perspectives to influence public policy, regulatory reform and sector-wide outcomes — building and leading relationships with government agencies, regulators, ministers' offices and industry partners along the way.
You'll bring a track record of leading policy research and drafting high-quality, evidence-based submissions, strong working knowledge of Australian state and federal government processes, and genuine skill in building senior stakeholder relationships and designing advocacy strategies that deliver real, measurable outcomes.
INTERESTED?
Great, we are looking forward to connecting with you.
More detail about this opportunity will be available in mid August. Interviews and shortlisting will take place in late August.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to hello@hearttalent.com.au
Please note this email address is for enquiries only. We do not accept applications via email, please apply online.
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.
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Management
This respected, purpose-led national membership association entering an exciting new chapter — a bold new five-year strategy, a redesigned leadership structure, and real momentum behind growing its reach and impact across an essential, thriving sector.
This role leads the strategic direction and end-to-end delivery of a comprehensive events and awards portfolio — from its flagship national conference and exhibition to state-based, digital and branch-led events — ensuring every event delivers real member value and sustainable commercial returns.
You'll bring proven expertise in event management, programming and portfolio governance, strong commercial acumen and budget management skills, and the confidence to help transform traditional event formats into digital products.
INTERESTED?
Great, we are looking forward to connecting with you.
More detail about this opportunity will be available in mid August. Interviews and shortlisting will take place in late August.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to hello@hearttalent.com.au
Please note this email address is for enquiries only. We do not accept applications via email, please apply online.
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.
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Communications Specialist
Are you a skilled writer and communications professional looking for a high-impact role where you can do work that matters in a thriving, purpose-led organisation?
Want to join a collaborative, people-first team at the start of an exciting new chapter?
Ready to join a respected non-profit organisation that plays a pivotal role in a sector that touches every aspect of Australian life?
If environmental sustainability and the circular economy are causes you can get behind, this could be your dream job.
Reporting to the Head of Marketing Communications, you'll be part of a small team of 5 and work closely with colleagues across digital marketing, production, design and brand, as well as with the policy and advocacy team.
You’ll be responsible for consistent messaging and reputation management aligned to content strategy across all communication channels.
Your work will strengthen credibility and member engagement through external communications including social media content, newsletter and editorial content, media releases while also supporting policy communications and targeted technical communication.
You'll bring strong experience across all aspects of external communications including PR and media, editorial writing, content creation and social media. You have exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder communication skills, attention to details and project management skills.
You’re just as comfortable managing external suppliers as you are writing a newsletter and creating a social media campaign.
INTERESTED?
Great, we are looking forward to receiving your CV.
Questions and enquiries can be directed to hello@hearttalent.com.au
Please note this email address is for enquiries only. We do not accept applications via email, please apply online.
Heart Talent is committed to responding to every applicant.