Digital Fundraising & Marketing Specialist

The Australian Himalayan Foundation (AHF) is seeking an experienced, energetic and mission-driven Digital Fundraising & Marketing Specialist with a genuine passion for the Himalayas to join our team.

We have entered a dynamic chapter, deepening community engagement and expanding our impact across the Himalayan region. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising & Communications, you will help plan, deliver and optimise high-impact marketing and fundraising activities that meet our strategic objectives.

Role details

• Sydney location
• Full-time position
• International aid & development NGO
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Some travel required

Core responsibilities

• Work with the Head of Fundraising & Communications to develop fundraising plans and promotional schedules for campaigns and ensure work is delivered to schedule and budget
• Oversee our marketing channels and digital fundraising activities.
• Welcome, support and nurture our AHF family of supporters, especially individual donors, community fundraisers, event attendees and regular givers to ensure they enjoy their AHF experience and partnerships, and grow their support.
• Manage our Supporter Database (Salesforce) to ensure all supporter information is captured accurately.

About the Australian Himalayan Foundation

The Australian Himalayan Foundation (AHF) is an independent non-profit organisation that supports vulnerable mountain communities in Nepal, Bhutan and Ladakh. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of the people most in need in remote areas of the Himalaya.

Founded in 2002 by a group of mountaineers inspired by Sir Edmund Hillary’s legacy, the Australian Himalayan Foundation has spent more than two decades delivering education, health and environment programs that create lasting change for families across the Himalaya. Working in close partnership with trusted local NGOs, we focus on practical, community-led solutions that respond directly to local priorities.

The Australian Himalayan Foundation has no political or religious affiliations and holds full accreditation with the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).

About you

Essential:

• You must have the right to work in Australia.
• Bachelor’s degree (in Marketing, Communications or Business would be well regarded).
• Demonstrated experience in overseeing digital marketing channels and delivering digital campaigns.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly in a small team environment
• Solid data entry, management and analysis skills with an emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solver, quick to master new skills, adapt to new systems, and tackle challenges head-on.
• Strong affinity for technology and digital tools, with a rapid learning curve for enterprise software and platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate with people from a broad range of backgrounds.
• Skilled in copywriting, proofreading, and content editing across multiple formats and platforms.
• Proactive/collaborative approach to building relationships.
• Experience in capture and editing of visual media.

Desirable:

• Demonstrated experience in coordinating fundraising campaigns and activity
• Understanding of and experience in managing budgets
• Experience with Salesforce
• Proficiency in Google Drive
• Experience using Canva, Raisely, Headliner, Mailchimp, Survey Monkey, Asana, Squarespace, Gemini (or other LLMs)
• Experience with DFAT ANCP communications regulations
• Experience with applying ACFID Code of Conduct requirements
• A passion for social justice and demonstrated experience working across cultures

Application deadline

Please send a resume and cover letter addressing the criteria to info@ahf.org.au by 5:00pm Monday, November 9, 2026.

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The Australian Himalayan Foundation is committed to child safeguarding and the prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation. Any offer of employment will require a Working With Children Check and endorsement of AHF’s Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring the best candidate for the job regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.