Executive / Senior Executive (Philanthropy, Foundation & Grant)

Job Summary:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Partnerships team at TOUCH Community Services, a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering individuals and families in need. You will play a pivotal role in cultivating and managing relationships with key corporate and community partners, securing vital funding and resources to support TOUCH's crucial social service programmes.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties:

• Analyse funder priorities and craft clear, compelling, and well-structured grant proposals tailored to their requirements
• Manage the end-to-end grant application process, including timelines, submission documents, and stakeholder inputs
• Collaborate with internal teams to translate programme information into persuasive donor-facing narratives
• Develop reports and updates for funders, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and accountability
• Maintain accurate donor and grant records in the fundraising database/CRM
• Cultivate and manage relationships with existing and potential funders and partners
• Conduct research on potential to identify opportunities and build funding pipelines
• Assist with selected fundraising events or sponsorship activities, where relevant

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in any field, with a strong academic record
• 1-3 years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, communications or related role
• Excellent analytical and writing skills with the ability to craft clear, well-structured, and persuasive proposals
• Proven ability to manage projects independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of CRM or fundraising databases is an advantage

Core Competencies and Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and ownership of tasks
• Organised and detail-oriented, with a commitment to quality and accuracy
• Collaborative mindset and ability to integrate diverse perspectives