About the Paul Ramsay Foundation

The Paul Ramsay Foundation (PRF) is one of Australia’s largest charitable foundations.

The late Paul Ramsay AO established the Foundation in 2006 and, after his death in 2014, left most of his estate to continue his philanthropy for generations to come.

At PRF, we work for a future where people and places have what they need to thrive.

With organisations and communities, we invest in, build, and influence the conditions needed to stop disadvantage in Australia.

Find out more about how we work at www.paulramsayfoundation.org.au

Reporting to the Chief Alliances Officer, you will be the driving force behind PRF’s strategic vision, ensuring our work in communities is aligned, sustainable, and impactful. Your role will involve strategic oversight, leading project prioritisation, engaging teams, and representing PRF across crucial stakeholder relationships.

With your influential personality, strategic mindset, and deep understanding of communities' challenges, you will foster relationships and develop innovative approaches to enhance our work.

If you have a proven track record in building internal and external alliances and share our values of courage, curiosity, and connection, we invite you to apply and help us make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversight of PRF’s work in place to ensure strategic alignment, consistency in approach, and monitoring of impact
• Lead prioritisation of PRF's work in place
• Engage and oversee matrix project teams to develop and implement packages of work in place (packages include combinations of granting, building evidence, convening and influencing policy shifts)
• Represent PRF in relevant key stakeholder relationships including community, government, corporates and philanthropic peers
• Maintain and share knowledge of innovative local and international approaches to working in place
• Prepare high quality materials for Executive and Board decisions, including presentations and briefings to support investing, building and influencing decisions.
• Identify opportunities for advocating for more effective outcomes in place-based work
• Timely and quality inputs and approval in Giving Data Grants Management Platform

The ideal candidate will have established relationships and a track record within the community sector. They should exhibit strong strategic and planning skills, with a history of leading strategy implementation. The role requires leading teams and projects, exceptional influencing abilities, and success in engaging with senior stakeholders.

The candidate should be adept at facilitating, convening, and building effective alliances, with excellent written and verbal communication skills for both external and internal presentations. Analytical acumen, including financial analysis and landscape scans, is essential, as is the ability to work cross-culturally.

Preference will be given to those with direct experience working with communities and with knowledge of relevant policies, practices and the landscape of place-based work. A relevant graduate qualification or equivalent experience is also preferred.

What we offer

PRF is dedicated to fostering the professional growth of its employees. The Head of Alliances will have access to a wide range of training programs, conferences, and continuous learning opportunities to build a meaningful career.

We provide generous learning and development opportunities, flexible working hours, access to employee benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and educational assistance. We actively promote diversity in the workplace, cultivating a culture that is inclusive, respectful, and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all individuals.

Work Environment

This role can be based out of our Sydney/Melbourne office, with a hybrid work model allowing flexibility between remote and on-site work. Some travel may be required to engage with communities and stakeholders.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are passionate about joining PRF.