Executive Manager Strategy and Development (Full-time, 1 FTE, 37.5 hours per week)

Volunteering WA

East Perth, Perth WA (Hybrid)

General/Business Unit Manager (CEO and General Management)

Full time

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Leadership

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

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where you will influence organisational strategy, build high-impact partnerships, drive innovation and growth initiatives and strengthen Volunteering WA’s sector leadership and community 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.

Join us in our mission to empower people and communities to enrich Western Australia!

About the role

Volunteering WA is seeking an experienced and values-driven Executive Manager to Strategy and Development to join our Executive Team and help shape the future of volunteering across Western Australia.

As Executive Manager to Strategy and 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.

Responsibilities

You will:

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

Selection Criteria

Essential

Relevant tertiary qualifications in a related field

Demonstrated skills in senior leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making

Demonstrated experience in senior management, stakeholder engagement, partnerships and business development

Strong communication, relationship-building, influencing and stakeholder skills, including the ability to represent the organisation at all levels

High level of expertise in public speaking and presentations, with an ability to deliver clear and impactful communications across a wide range of audiences

Demonstrated experience in operations and program management, including report and submissions writing, risk and performance management and achieving targets, KPIs and budgets

Proficient understanding of not-for-profit governance frameworks and experience supporting effective board and organisational governance practices

High level team management skills including the ability to supervise, coach and mentor, and lead a diverse team

Demonstrated ability to lead and contribute to enterprise-wide organisational goals and strategic objectives

Competence in the use of Microsoft Office suite and databases/CRMs

Special Requirements

Willing to travel regularly within the Perth Metro area and available to travel to regional and interstate areas on occasion

Willing to work outside of office hours when reasonably required

A current and valid WA driver’s licence

Why Join Volunteering WA?

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

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

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

Additional benefits to 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 to Work alongside like-minded individuals committed to strengthening WA’s volunteer sector.

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

To apply

You can view the Job Description for the role on the Volunteering WA website: https://volunteeringwa.org.au/news-media/job-vacancy-executive-manager-strategic-development/

Please include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (up to 2 pages) along with your resume.

Rolling interviews will occur throughout the application period and if the position is filled prior to the application closing date, this position listing will be updated.

Please submit your application before 5:00pm Monday 8 June 2026.

Posted: 13-06-2026

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