Do you have leadership experience in the Not-For-Profit sector?

Are you ready to combine your passion for community development with a leadership role?

Into Our Hands Community Foundation is celebrating 13 years of empowering local communities. We’re on track to manage over $1 million in community assets by 2025, and we need a dynamic Executive Officer to lead us into this exciting next chapter.

Work remotely while driving growth and partnerships for a foundation committed to building resilient and capable communities.

Join us now to help shape the future of philanthropy in North East Victoria!

About the Role

On your first day, you’ll hit the ground running as you:

• Collaborate with a local Independent Board of Directors to deliver strategic growth goals.
• Lead a small, part-time team (2–3 employees) and oversee grant applications, fundraising initiatives and compliance.
• Build relationships with donors, corporate partners, and community organisations to cultivate new funding streams.
• Manage key campaigns and projects that align with the Into Our Hands Community Foundation’s mission and values.
• Explore innovative ways to activate community assets and address local needs.
• Report directly to the Independent Board of Directors and play a central role in the foundation’s operations and strategic direction.

Skills We Are Looking For

• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills with proven ability to build and maintain collaborative professional relationships and networks
• Relevant tertiary qualification/s in business, finance, community development or related field
• Demonstrated experience in the philanthropic and Not-For-Profit sector
• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to autonomously manage multiple priorities
• Confidence in reporting to and working closely with an Independent Board of Directors

Working at Into Our Hands Community Foundation

Based in the beautiful North-East Victorian region (Wangaratta, Beechworth, Myrtleford, Bright and Mansfield), this flexible role offers the chance to deliver projects with impact. While you and the team work remotely, you’ll stay connected through regular meetings and ongoing support from a dedicated and supportive Board.

Into Our Hands Community Foundation is known for its commitment to community development, steady growth and strong governance. Whether you’re a seasoned local leader or a city professional seeking a tree-change, this is your opportunity to create lasting impact.

Ready to join us?

Apply now to lead a thriving foundation into its next phase of growth.

Inclusion: We encourage diverse candidates to apply, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from multicultural backgrounds, people with a disability, veterans, young people, and people over 45 years old even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly.

How to apply

You will need full Australian working rights and a valid driver’s licence to be considered for this position. Additional assessments may apply.

Click on "Apply Now" and upload your resume.

For a copy of the position description or a confidential conversation, please contact Lucie Wallis via [email protected] using the subject line: Executive Officer - Into Our Hands Community Foundation - North-East Victoria / Remote enquiry via EthicalJobsor on 1800 868 254.

Applications close on the advertised closing date, although you may be appointed earlier.

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