Head of Impact

Head of Impact

Barwon Health Foundation • Geelong, Victoria

The organisation is strengthening how philanthropy and fundraising is communicated, understood and experienced across our region. As the trusted charitable partner to Barwon Health, the Foundation ensures donors and supporters see the real and measurable difference their generosity makes to patient care, clinical innovation and the future of healthcare in Greater Geelong.

We are now seeking an exceptional Head of Impact – a strategic communicator, storyteller and donor‑experience leader – to bring the Foundation’s impact to life across every touchpoint.

About the Role As part of the senior leadership team, the Head of Impact shapes an exceptional donor experience through insight, emotion and evidence. You will bring together communications, marketing, campaigns, stewardship, data analytics, CRM, grants and financial impact reporting into one bold message:

"The extraordinary impact donors make to Barwon Health."

This is both a strategic and hands‑on role, enhancing trust & credibility, strengthening donor relationships and ensuring the Foundation communicates with clarity, value and purpose.

Key Responsibilities Donor Experience & Impact Communication

Map out and lead an integrated donor experience strategy and deliver meaningful, personalised stewardship supported by strong impact reporting.

Communications, Media & Marketing

Oversee all messaging, content, media engagement, campaigns and digital communication to amplify giving across the region.

Campaigns

Lead planning, delivery, performance and evaluation of major appeals and giving campaigns, ensuring they are compelling, community-minded and that they meet performance targets.

Grants Program

Govern the Foundation’s Grants Program and communicate outcomes clearly to donors and stakeholders.

CRM, Data & Insights

Strengthen CRM capability, data integrity and reporting, using insights to enhance donor journeys and strategic decision-making.

Finance, Reporting & Administration

Oversee campaign budgets, ROI analysis, transparent impact reporting and high‑quality administrative and governance processes.

Key Metrics

Donors feel valued, inspired and connected to the impact of their giving.

The community clearly understands how giving transforms care at Barwon Health.

Campaigns perform strongly, are on-brand and resonate with supporters.

Impact reporting is trusted, transparent and tells the story of real outcomes.

Data informs decisions and strengthens donor journeys.

Cross-functional teams collaborate effectively, aligned to the Foundation’s shared impact story.

Your Skills & Experience

Senior leadership experience in communications, marketing, donor/customer experience or related fields.

Outstanding storytelling and communication skills, with the ability to translate data and clinical insights into compelling narratives.

Experience in developing and implementing high-performing campaigns is essential.

Proven ability to design exceptional donor or customer experiences and lead multi-channel campaignsli>

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams, budgets and using data to drive strategy.

Relationship-driven, organised, detail-focused and values-led.

For further information, please enquire with

Maree Herath, Director, Harvest Talent Recruitment and People Solutions

on

0438 517 *** . Alternatively, apply now.

Early applicants

are encouraged as the role will be screened and potentially filled prior to Christmas.

Harvest Recruitment is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who values the contributions that a diverse workforce can bring to our community. Harvest Recruitment offers reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities on request.

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