Fundraising & Campaign Coordinator
Location: Adelaide
Employment type: Fixed term 12 months full time
Salary: $94,791.84 plus 12% superannuation and salary packaging
Empowering women to transform their lives
Catherine House has supported women out of homelessness since 1988. We provide crisis, recovery and longer-term accommodation, as well as outreach services and an integrated Women’s Centre that supports mental health, wellbeing, education, and community connection.
Our vision is a society where all women are safe, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Join our team and be part of something truly life-changing.
Why you will love working with us
At Catherine House, every role is deeply connected to purpose and impact. You’ll join a values-led team where support, inclusion, and hope are at the heart of everything we do.
Make meaningful impact – walk alongside women as they rebuild their lives
Supportive, purpose-led team – work in a collaborative, compassionate environment
Wellbeing focus – access salary packaging and wellness benefits
Career experience – develop advanced case management, trauma-informed and community housing skills
Professional growth – participate in reflective supervision, team learning, and ongoing development
Description:
About the role
You will lead and grow Catherine House’s community fundraising footprint, with a strong focus on engaging schools, coordinating our Community Ambassador Program, and building lasting partnerships. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on relationship-building, enjoys public speaking, and can bring fundraising ideas to life.
Key responsibilities:
Drive peer-to-peer and community fundraising initiatives, including the Catherine House Community Ambassador Program.
Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, workplaces, and community groups to inspire long-term support.
Coordinate workplace and school giving programs, campaigns, and events to grow annual income.
Support community fundraisers and ambassadors to succeed in their activities.
Contribute to marketing and communications efforts to promote fundraising campaigns and increase awareness.
Skills and Experiences:
About you
You will have:
Minimum 4 years’ fundraising experience, ideally with schools, workplaces, or community partners.
Proven ability to deliver fundraising campaigns and meet revenue targets.
Excellent communication and public speaking skills to engage a wide range of audiences.
Experience in relationship management and community engagement.
Creativity, initiative, and a collaborative spirit.
You must agree to undergo any required employment screening, including but not limited to a National Criminal History or Police Check, Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons Check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value unique experiences and perspectives.
Our values in action
Everything we do is guided by our shared values:
Putting people first – we listen, respect, and respond to our communities.
Working together – collaboration helps us achieve better outcomes.
Doing the right thing – we act with integrity and accountability.
Acting boldly – we innovate to address current housing challenges.
We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing, organisational growth, environmental responsibility, and workforce empowerment.
Belong at Catherine House
We are an inclusive and values-led employer, proudly welcoming people of all identities and backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with lived experience of housing insecurity.
We support inclusive hiring practices. Please let us know your pronouns or if you require any adjustments during the application process, as we are here to assist you.
How to apply
Apply now! Applications close: 1 September 2025, unless a suitable candidate is identified earlier.
For further information, please contact Jaylee Cooper, Manager Philanthropy & Engagement at 0403 322 703
If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply, as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV.
Disclaimer: To the best of Catherine House’s knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication.
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