Job Vacancy: Executive Manager Strategic Development

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Executive Manager – Strategic Development

Lead strategy. Drive impact. Shape the future of volunteering in WA

As Volunteering WA’s Executive Manager of Strategic Development, you will play a key leadership role in driving Volunteering WA’s strategic priorities, partnerships and growth initiatives.

Working closely with the CEO, you will lead strategic engagement initiatives across corporate volunteering; partnerships; marketing and communications — helping connect people, organisations and communities through meaningful volunteering opportunities.

This is a rare opportunity to join a senior leadership team, where you will influence organisational strategy, build high-impact initiatives, drive innovation and strengthen Volunteering WA’s sector impact.

If you are a strategic thinker who thrives on collaboration, relationship-building and creating lasting social impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic development and organisational growth initiatives.
  • Build and strengthen partnerships across corporate, government and philanthropic sectors.
  • Drive stakeholder engagement, marketing and communications initiatives.
  • Identify new funding and revenue diversification opportunities.
  • Support executive leadership, organisational planning and governance activities.
  • Lead and mentor high-performing engagement and corporate volunteering teams.
  • Represent Volunteering WA across sector forums, events and external engagements.
  • This role is ideal for a senior leader who combines strategic thinking with strong relationship management and a passion for community impact.

About you

You are a collaborative and influential leader with experience driving strategic initiatives, partnerships and organisational growth within the not-for-profit, community or corporate sectors.

You will bring:

  • Demonstrated senior leadership and strategic management experience.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership development skills.
  • Experience leading teams and fostering a positive workplace culture.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building abilities.
  • Experience in business development, program management and operational leadership.
  • Understanding of governance frameworks and organisational accountability.
  • A passion for strengthening communities and creating meaningful impact.

To Apply

Applications close 5:00pm Monday 8 June 2026. 

  • Read the Job Description.
  • Please apply through Seek, attaching your Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria (maximum 2 pages); along with your current Resume.
  • Rolling interviews may occur throughout the application period. If the position is filled prior to the application closing date, this position listing will be updated.
  • For further information about the role, please contact Tina Williams.

Why Join Volunteering WA? 

✔ Make a real impact – Your work will connect employees from some of WA’s largest businesses with community organisations that need support.

✔ Flexible and rewarding work environment – Hybrid workplace, flexible working hours, centrally located office in East Perth and a supportive and inclusive team environment.

✔ Attractive salary – Competitive salary plus 12 % super and salary packaging of up to $18,549 in additional tax-free pay per year,

✔ Additional benefits – 5 weeks’ annual leave (including one week during office close-down over Christmas) plus volunteer and birthday leave, professional development opportunities and access to an Employee Assistance Program.

✔ Be part of a passionate team – Work alongside like-minded individuals committed to strengthening WA’s volunteer sector.

✔ Volunteer – Up to one week of paid leave per year to support your volunteering, including an all-staff volunteering day.

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