The Perkins is seeking a warm, relationship-focused and highly organised Key Supporters Manager to join our award-winning fundraising team. This position is offered on a part time, permanent basis (0.6 FTE), located at our state-of-the-art medical research facilities in Nedlands.
About this role
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Key Relationships, the Key Supporters Manager is responsible for developing, managing and strengthening relationships with corporate donors, Perkins Partners and prospective supporters to drive sustainable philanthropic support for the Perkins.
Working as part of a small but passionate Key Relationships team, this role will lead the growth, acquisition and stewardship of small to medium corporate supporters through meaningful engagement, tailored partnership strategies and exceptional supporter experiences. The role will also contribute to growing long-term philanthropic support aligned to the Institute’s fundraising priorities.
The key responsibilities of this role include:
- Developing and managing relationships with corporate donors, Perkins Partners and prospective supporters
- Growing and promoting the Perkins Partners program to support fundraising targets and organisational priorities
- Building and maintaining a pipeline of prospective supporters and partnership opportunities
- Delivering tailored donor stewardship and engagement strategies to strengthen long-term relationships
- Preparing donor communications, proposals, presentations and prospect research briefs
- Supporting fundraising and partnership activities, including meetings, events and supporter engagement initiatives
- Maintaining accurate and confidential donor records within the donor management system.
This role would suit someone who is relationship-driven, highly organised and genuinely passionate about building meaningful connections that create lasting impact through medical research.
To be successful in this role, you’ll have:
- Experience in fundraising, philanthropy, donor engagement or relationship management, ideally within the not-for-profit sector
- Demonstrated success managing supporter or donor relationships and securing philanthropic contributions
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Strong written communication skills, including experience preparing donor-centric communications, proposals and engagement materials
- A proactive and highly organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively
- Confidence engaging with supporters and navigating sensitive conversations with authenticity, professionalism and discretion
- Experience coordinating events or personalised supporter experiences
- A genuine passion for relationship-based fundraising and community impact
- A current WA Driver’s Licence and willingness to obtain a National Police Clearance if required.
If you really want to stand out, tell us about your:
- Experience working with corporate partnerships, major donors or high-net-worth individuals
- Ability to create personalised supporter experiences that build long-term engagement and loyalty
- Success identifying and growing new fundraising or partnership opportunities
- Passion for medical research, community impact and purpose-driven work
- Creativity in building meaningful donor relationships and engagement initiatives.
If this sounds like the right fit, we can offer you:
- Flexible working options
- A supportive and passionate team
- The opportunity to make a positive impact in a community-focused organisation with global reach
- The ability to salary package up to $18,550 annually, meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your take-home pay
- Generous leave benefits, including:
- 3 days paid extra leave at the end of the year
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- 2 days of paid cultural and community engagement leave
Are you ready to make a difference?
Review the position description here. To apply, please submit your cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your resume.
Applications close on 22 May 2026, however we’ll begin interviewing as soon as we hear from the right people so be quick!
Applications and enquiries can be directed to Ellis Brookes, People & Capability Manager.
