25th September, 2025
As one of Australia’s largest disability service providers, Scope’s purpose is to create meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive. Founded 75 years ago by families seeking better support for their children, Scope supports people with physical, intellectual and multiple disabilities, providing a range of services to help individuals achieve their goals. Scope is a registered provider under the NDIS, providing integral support including supported independent living, short term accommodation (respite), social connections, lifestyle options, therapy and employment services in over 420 service locations across Victoria and NSW.
Reporting to the Philanthropy & Fundraising Manager, you’ll focus on building philanthropic partnerships through strategic engagement with major donors, planned giving supporters, and Trusts & Foundations. You’ll help shape and deliver tailored donor journeys, ensuring meaningful connections and long-term support. There will be opportunities to collaborate across teams will be to uncover and share powerful stories, to support a range of donor engagement activities.
Another key component of the role requires a data analytical mindset to identify new prospects as well as ensure timely reporting and contributing to the success of the wider Fundraising and Marketing team to deliver Scope’s Fundraising Strategy.
About YOU
- 2–4 years’ experience in the fundraising sector,
- Proven Track record of meeting and exceeding financial targets by attracting new donors or CRM database,
- Experience with digital fundraising and CRM systems (Salesforce desirable)
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities
- Creative, energetic, and adaptable with a growth mindset
- Experience in the not-for-profit or community sector
- Familiarity with automated donor journeys and online project management tools (e.g., Monday.com)
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
All Employees of Scope Australia require: - Cleared NDIS clearance check.
- Cleared National Police Check.
- Current Working with Children’s check
- Visa requirements for working in Australia.
Why Scope? - Salary Packaging: Employees can salary package up to $15,900 per year, allowing you to pay for everyday living expenses (e.g., rent, mortgage, groceries, petrol) before tax—maximising take-home pay. Additional meal & entertainment packaging options may be available (~$2,600 per year),
- Comprehensive onboarding including supportive training, and a strong emphasis on ongoing skills development.
- Employee Benefits: There are various generous employee benefits including free onsite parking,
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential mental health support, counselling, and wellbeing services—to support you through both work and personal challenges.
Scope and Gembridge Australia champion diversity and are committed to building inclusive environments. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and genders. APPLY NOW if you are a creative and strategic relationship fundraiser, passionate about creating meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive.
Gembridge is proud to partner with
Scope Australia.
For a confidential discussion, contact
Dawn Patrick or Tessa O’Neill at Gembridge on
03 8375 9661 or
apply@gembridge.com.au.
