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Join to apply for the Head of Development role at Corporate Diversity Pathways1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Head of Development role at Corporate Diversity PathwaysDirect message the job poster from Corporate Diversity PathwaysHelping purpose-driven organisations thrive through DEI informed board and executive search, strategic advisory, training aligned to workplace lawsCDP is proud to be partnering with a purpose-driven philanthropic organisation on a career-defining leadership opportunity.We are recruiting a Head of Development to lead the development of strategic partnerships and a major gifts revenue stream that will drive systemic, inclusive change in the disability sector. In this influential role, you will work closely with the Executive Team and Board to engage corporate partners, inspire generosity, and build programs that foster long-term employment and inclusion outcomes for people with disability.The RoleYoull lead a bold strategy to identify, engage, and cultivate corporate and philanthropic partners, guiding them on a journey to become long-term advocates, investors, and changemakers. With an ambitious goal to grow annual revenue, you will play a key role in scaling programs that directly support inclusive employment, accessibility, and systemic reform.Key Responsibilities:- Collaborate with the Director of Investment and Philanthropy to design and deliver donor and partner strategies with a strong focus on major gifts and corporate giving.- Drive engagement with businesses committed to diversity and inclusion to develop co-branded initiatives and employment programs for people with disability.- Conduct in-depth prospect research, including identifying values-aligned corporates, high-net-worth individuals, and philanthropic institutions.- Develop and execute a comprehensive stewardship and retention plan for both individual donors and corporate partners.- Produce compelling proposals, partnership packages, and communication materials that articulate the organisations mission and measurable impact.- Represent the organisation at high-level industry forums, business events, and philanthropic networks.- Monitor giving trends, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and performance metrics to inform decision-making and campaign refinement.What Makes This Role Unique This is a rare opportunity to shift the philanthropic and corporate landscape to prioritise disability inclusion and meaningful employment. Despite the assumption that NDIS meets all needs, many system-level barriers persist. You will lead the charge in shifting perceptions, building influential networks, and enabling large-scale, sustainable change.By embedding inclusive employment initiatives into corporate partnerships, this role delivers tangible outcomes for people with disability, while building a future-facing community of advocates and allies.About You You are a strategic, values-led leader with a proven ability to build powerful partnerships and secure funding at scale. You have a deep understanding of the corporate and philanthropic sectors, especially in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion. You bring a mix of commercial acumen, emotional intelligence, and storytelling skilland youre ready to help make systemic change to the disability sector.How to Apply To request the Information Pack, please contact Annabel Grigson at annabel@corporatediversitypathways.com or call 0402 027 514.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionBusiness Development, Management, and Public RelationsIndustriesNon-profit Organizations and Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Corporate Diversity Pathways by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Head of Development roles.Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 months agoHead of Business Development, GovernmentSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoChullora, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSenior Director, Head of APAC Channel SalesSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoHead of Commercial & Development LendingHead of Data Centre Development, AustraliaSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoHead of Strategy - 12 mth fixed term contract SydneySydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoHead of Strategy, Planning and Performance, RetailSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoAssociate Director Development, Major GiftsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoVice President, Product Management & Client Services, Wealth Management Solutions (Australia)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoCluster Manager - Energy (Sydney or Melbourne based)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$150,000.00-A$190,000.00 3 weeks agoSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoGlobal Head of Advertising and Creative OperationsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoHead of Optimisation & Analytics, Power Markets APACSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoDirector/Associate Director, Credit OversightSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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