A WORLD OF UNLIMITED OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL CHILDREN

The Pyjama Foundation aims to change the life direction of children in out of home care, by empowering them with learning, life skills and confidence. Through its Love of Learning Program, The Pyjama Foundation trains volunteer mentors ‘Pyjama Angels’ who are matched with a child in need. Our team is driven by the difference we are collectively making and foster a collaborative culture that supports this.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Fundraising and Communications Coordinator to join our Brisbane team, based at our Albion office.

This is a varied and creative role where you’ll help share our story, grow awareness of our programs, and support fundraising activities that make a lasting difference in the lives of children in care.

We offer a competitive salary and a broad range of employee benefits, including salary packaging options that can add further value depending on individual tax circumstances.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You’ll support marketing, fundraising, and event activities across the organisation. Your work will help strengthen community connections, inspire donors, and increase awareness of The Pyjama Foundation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating engaging content for social media, newsletters, blogs, and our website

• Coordinating campaigns and appeals with the fundraising team

• Designing marketing materials, speeches, and other written content

• Supporting event coordination, logistics, and promotions

• Assisting with grants—writing, reporting, and maintaining records

• Building relationships with media, influencers, and community partners

• Supporting volunteer communications and managing our online volunteer community

ABOUT YOU

You’re a creative and organised communicator who thrives in a purpose-driven environment. You’ll bring:

• A degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, Journalism or a related field

• More than 1 year experience in marketing coordination or similar

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and creative flair

• Experience using Canva and Adobe

• Solid organisational and time-management skills

• A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to manage multiple projects

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Two days per week work-from-home (once fully trained)

• Additional leave between Christmas and New Year

• Four extra “Recharge Days” per year

• Salary packaging benefits

• Supportive, friendly team

 JOINING OUR TEAM

You will need to hold or be able to obtain a Blue Card 

If this sounds like you, please apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) addressing the items listed above in ‘about you’ and answer the following question:

• Why would you like to work for The Pyjama Foundation?

For more information about this role, please email kirsten@thepyjamafoundation, or telephone 07 3256 8802. 

Applications close midnight Sunday the 2nd November.