Head of Philanthropy and Fundraising, Calvary Health Care

Head of Fundraising/Philanthropy, **Calvary Health Care**

Sydney, NSW

Calvary is seeking a strategic, mission-driven fundraising leader to take on the role of Head of Philanthropy and Fundraising. This newly created national position will report to the National Director of Mission and People and lead the implementation of Calvary’s Donations Strategy, with the goal of rapidly growing annual philanthropic income.

About the Calvary Health Care

Founded in 1885 by the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary, Calvary is a charitable, Catholic not-for-profit health care provider with over 18,000 employees and volunteers. We operate a national network including 13 public and private hospitals, 74residential aged care and retirement communities, and 16 home care service centres across Australia.

Our mission of “Being for Others” is expressed through our values of hospitality, healing, stewardship, and respect and underpins our commitment to serving the most vulnerable with compassion and dignity. Calvary is an inclusive, values-driven employer that proudly supports equity, diversity and cultural safety in every community we serve.

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A story of philanthropy

Calvary only exists because of the generosity of people who believed in a vision; a vision first held by Mary Potter and later carried forward by her Sisters.

In 1877, Mary Potter stood in a disused stocking factory in Nottingham, gifted to her by Bishop Edward Bagshawe. She had no money and no staff, only a calling to care for those suffering and dying. That calling became a movement, sustained by the kindness of strangers who gave what they could: food, funds, trust.

Later, Mary Potter herself walked the streets of Nottingham, knocking on doors, asking for support. People responded. They gave. And Calvary was born.

“From the very beginning, our story has been a story of philanthropy.” — Reflection from Mark Green, Calvary’s National Director of Mission and People

Every hospital built, every aged care home opened, and every life touched has been made possible by generosity.

Ref #: Please use this reference number when applying: A041554
Application deadline: Monday 12th February 2026
Please send us your application as soon as possible as we are continuously assessing candidates for this assignment.
All applications must include the following information so the panel can assess your suitability:
• Your current CV or resume;
• A covering letter (1 - 2 pages) informing the panel of your motivations and relevant experience for this position.