Senior Impact Programs Manager

About Us

Children’s Hospital Foundation funds cutting-edge equipment, vital research and on the ground support for kids with all illnesses, injuries and conditions, throughout Queensland and northern New South Wales. We identify and action gaps in funding and support right across the kids’ health landscape – the places left lacking but no less deserving.

Be the Difference 

Are you ready to be part of something special? It is an exciting time to join the Children’s Hospital Foundation as we embark on a period of transformation to achieve our ambitious five-year strategy. We aren’t just evolving; we are revolutionising how we make a difference to sick kids across Queensland.

We value who you are, not just your skillset. We are looking for people who purposeful, wholehearted, collaborative, curious and courageous. People who are prepared to lead from where they stand and who are excited to build it with us.   

We are shaking things up and transforming how we operate, how we raise funds and how we deliver the greatest impact for sick and injured children and young people across Queensland. 

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, then we want to meet you! 

The role 

An opportunity has arisen within our Impact team for a Senior Impact Programs Manager. This is a full-time role based at Queensland Children’s Hospital in South Brisbane.

The Senior Impact Programs Manager is responsible for the implementation, delivery, and evaluation of all impact programs and activities. This role has operational oversight of all Children’s Hospital Foundation Impact Programs and will develop and maintain relationships with key hospital and external stakeholders to ensure the Foundation’s impact is maximised to benefit patients and families.  

Who are you?

• A professional, purpose driven and articulate leader who has a passion for making a difference. 


• A strategic thinker who can balance big-picture vision with on-the-ground execution.


• A strong relationship builder who engages authentically with diverse stakeholders.


• A clear and confident communicator who fosters trust, alignment, and accountability


• An experienced mentor and coach who builds capability and supports the growth of others.


• Highly organised, with excellent time management and the ability to balance competing priorities effectively.

 Key criteria

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

• Degree qualification in management or relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education.


• Minimum 4 years’ experience leading a high-performance team in a senior management/leadership role.


• At least 3 years’ experience in the development and delivery of programs/services in a health setting.


• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and apply program logic and impact measurement frameworks, with proven experience in program evaluation using a broad range of quantitative and qualitative tools and methods.


• Strong financial acumen, strategic planning and budgeting expertise, and procurement experience.


• Experience in not-for-profit and healthcare sectors highly regarded.

What is our difference? 

When you join the team, you’re not just doing another ‘job’. You are playing your part, bringing about real change, creating the difference every kid deserves. Our team is passionate, inclusive, fun and caring. You will also be able to access a range of benefits and programs to help you be the best version of you, including:

• A market-competitive salary package


• 3 bonus days of annual leave


• NFP salary packaging benefits


• Work/life balance through flexible and hybrid working


• Learning and development opportunities


• Free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support for you and your family


• Corporate health care plan

How to apply

Select , complete the application form and upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability.

For a copy of the position description please click here and to learn more about the Children's Hospital Foundation please go to our website https://childrens.org.au/

Applications close COB Tuesday 1 July 2025, however, they will be reviewed during this time.

Please Note:

• If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at [email protected].


• We welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people living with a disability, the LGBTQI community, people with neurological differences, mature age workers, as well as parents and carers returning to the workforce.


• To be eligible for permanent employment within the Children’s Hospital Foundation you must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident.


• The Children’s Hospital Foundation is committed to child safety. The Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 requires that people who work with children in certain categories of employment undergo the ‘working with children’ check. All Foundation employees must be eligible for a Blue Suitability Card, issued by the Department of Justice and Attorney-General. The issue and maintenance of a positive suitability notice is a requirement for continued employment at the Foundation.