ABOUT US

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is widely recognised as one of Queensland's leading schools, providing an exceptional learning environment for students, and a dynamic and collegial environment for teachers. Coupled with outstanding facilities and a beautiful natural environment, Flinders is a truly remarkable place to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving fundraising and community engagement initiatives that strengthen relationships across the College community. Reporting to the Director of Community Engagement, the role includes designing campaigns, managing donor stewardship, and coordinating key events such as alumni reunions and parent socials. It also involves acting as the primary liaison with the Flinders Foundation, Old Flinderians’ Association, and Parents & Friends Association. The role focuses on building a culture of giving, supporting major fundraising campaigns, and ensuring effective event planning and administration. Strong relationship management, organizational skills, and flexibility to support College functions are essential for success.

ABOUT YOU

The College’s core values are Courage, Respect, Integrity and Compassion. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned with these values.

To be successful for this role the following experience, skills and attributes are essential:

Tertiary qualifications (or an equivalent level of professional experience) in a relevant field (e.g., Communications, Fundraising, Marketing, Business, or Education).

Demonstrated experience in philanthropy, fundraising or advancement roles, ideally within an education or not-for-profit context.

Proficiency in client relationship management systems and data management.

High-level organisational, administrative, and event coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, execute complex tasks and confidently deliver an annual schedule of events.

Positive Working with Children Check (QLD Blue Card) or eligibility to obtain.

Extra benefits of working at Matthew Flinders:

Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay

Up to 12.75% employer contribution to Superannuation

Onsite Car Parking available to staff

Personal Well-being Initiatives and access to Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Plans

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit the following documentation to Tara Jackson, Acting Director of Community Engagement via SEEK:

Resume

Brief Covering Letter (no longer than two pages) which addresses:

The reason for your interest

Your availability to commence, and

Your demonstrated experience and skills in relation to the role.

A copy of the full Position Description can be downloaded here.

Applications close on Friday, 16 May 2025, 8.00am

Safeguarding our Students

Matthew Flinders Anglican College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of Students. Matthew Flinders Anglican College is therefore committed to responding to allegations of student harm resulting from the conduct or actions of any person including that of employees.

To ensure the safeguarding of our students, all employees must have a current Employee Working with Children Check (Qld Blue Card or Qld Teacher Registration) before commencing work. In addition, included throughout the recruitment process are checks of suitability for employment with children.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer. We recognise that teams who reflect a diversity of lived experience, identity, perspective, and background help us to create a healthy and inclusive working culture where our staff, students and community can thrive.