Manage the Foundation's finance, governance, reporting, & social initiatives.
Newly Created Role
Sydney based
Delivering good energy starts from within
It’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.
Origin Energy Foundation winner of the 2024 Workplace Giving Awards in the Best Volunteering Program’ category. It is the sixth time the Foundation has been recognised since 2018, including winning Gold in 2018 and 2022 and now again in 2024.
Named the GoodCompany Awards winner for 2024. Origin has been recognised in the top 3 since the awards’ inception in 2018 and has won best overall workplace to give back a total of four times.
About the Role:
The Origin Energy Foundation is the heart of Origin’s commitment to driving positive change. As part of this small team, you will manage the Foundation’s finance, governance, reporting, and social impact initiatives. This role includes embedding impact measurement systems, enhancing partner engagement, analyzing data to drive improvements, and supporting employee volunteering and matched giving programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Finance, administration, and reporting responsibilities, including budget management and preparation of Board papers.
Ensure compliance with Australian Charities and Not-for-Profit Commission standards.
Support the delivery and reconciliation of the Give2 program and manage expenditures across key Foundation initiatives.
Drive operational efficiencies through system improvements, automation, and cost-saving measures.
Manage impact measurement systems and partner engagement to evaluate outcomes, showcase impact, and drive improvements.
Lead the Foundation Ambassadors program to inspire advocacy and increase participation across Origin.
About You
We’re seeking a team player with proven experience in finance, governance, or senior administrative roles
Key requirements:
Demonstrated ability to champion and drive program engagement with passion and enthusiasm across all business levels.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to build relationships internally and externally, with flexibility to manage multiple projects.
Proactive problem-solver with lateral thinking to identify growth opportunities, and advanced proficiency in software systems, including AI.
Desirable requirements:
Post-graduate qualifications in philanthropy, non-profit studies, or STEM.
Knowledge of STEM education and policies.
Experience in the non-profit or community sector, with a proven ability to champion programs.
Origin - Where good change happens
We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.
Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.
Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/
Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.
Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.
Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.