Foundation Manager
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
K12
Posted 4 Nov 2026
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Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
345.3
214.6 teaching · 130.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
9.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,957
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
38%
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
About the Role
An exceptional opportunity exists for an outstanding governance, advancement and fundraising professional to join Scotch College as the Foundation Manager.
Working at the heart of one of Australia's leading educational institutions, this newly created role offers the opportunity to help shape the philanthropic future of the College and strengthen the Foundation’s impact to create opportunities for current and future Scotch boys.
Established in 1973 as Australia's first independent school foundation, the Scotch College Foundation has been instrumental in enhancing facilities, supporting the provision of scholarships, preserving the College's rich heritage and growing endowments that expand access to a Scotch education. For more than 50 years, the Foundation has played a vital role in advancing the College's vision and long-term sustainability.
As Foundation Manager, you will build on this history and provide leadership of the Foundation's operations, governance and administration, while supporting the delivery of key fundraising and philanthropic initiatives. Working closely with College leaders, the Foundation Directors and the Foundation team, you will help strengthen the Foundation's impact and support initiatives that will leave a meaningful legacy for future generations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the governance, compliance and operations of the Scotch College Foundation
- Coordinate and support the Foundation Board and committees through effective administration, reporting and governance processes
- Manage Foundation budgets, annual planning, reporting an…