Funding and Investment Strategy Advisor
We currently have a volunteer opportunity for the following:
Funding and Investment Strategy Advisor
Help shape the long-term sustainability of the Far East Flaneur by developing a funding and investment strategy that supports community-led growth and regional impact.
Join Australian Business Volunteers on our mission to positively change communities. Whether you are an individual or a business, you can create vibrant and viable communities.
What we do
ABV delivers economic change to communities across the globe through donated business expertise. We create self-reliance and resilience and leave a lasting economic impact – one that endures generations.
How we do it?
We offer meaning opportunities for skilled business professionals to volunteer their expertise across communities in Australia and the Pacific. We work with communities to understand their needs and work with our Skilled Business Volunteers to match them to projects, that bring the right skills at the right time to help deliver outcomes.
About the opportunity
Primary Purpose of the Position
ABV is seeking a volunteer Funding and Investment Strategy Advisor to help develop a sustainable funding and investment approach**** for the Far East Flaneur, an innovative regenerative tourism initiative in East Gippsland that connects visitors with local stories, culture and nature-based experiences. Following a successful pilot in 2026, the initiative is now planning for future growth and is seeking a funding and investment strategy that supports long-term sustainability while maintaining its community-led values and local impact.
In this role, you will review existing project documentation and pilot outcomes, assess current and future funding requirements, and identify suitable funding, revenue-generation and investment opportunities. You will work with key stakeholders to understand strategic priorities and develop practical recommendations for a sustainable funding model that supports growth, community benefit and long-term financial viability. You will also explore grants, sponsorship, philanthropy, partnerships, social enterprise opportunities and other potential investment pathways.
Selection Criteria:
Essential Experience
- Experience in funding strategy, investment planning, business development, social enterprise or organisational sustainability.
- Strong research, financial analysis and strategic planning skills.
- Experience identifying and assessing funding, revenue or investment opportunities.
- Ability to develop practical recommendations for community-based organisations.
Desirable Experience
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Experience with not-for-profit organisations, social enterprises or community-led initiatives.
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Experience working with regional or rural communities.
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Understanding of tourism, regenerative tourism, community development or economic resilience.
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Experience securing grants, sponsorships, investment or partnership funding.Role information:
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Start October 2026
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Approximately 4 months
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Online/Remote with a site visit (Arranged and fully funded by ABV)
Interested to Apply?
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Please note, if you are interested in applying for the role, we will require you to meet the following criteria:
- 5 years professional experience in the relevant field
- Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident residing in Australia.
- Willingness to complete a National Police Check
- Willingness to complete a Working with Children Check
What will happen next?
Our volunteer recruitment team will be in touch with you to advise you of the next steps.
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ABV is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this position.