Opportune Foundation is a youth-led, volunteer-powered not-for-profit platform making impact-sector opportunities visible, accessible, and achievable for young people across Australia.

We connect emerging talent with curated programs, grants, internships, volunteering, jobs, and leadership pathways from purpose-driven organisations, all in one central, youth-tailored platform.

About the Role

As Director of Outreach, you’ll lead Opportune’s external engagement and partnership strategy, while managing a distributed team of state-based outreach representatives. You’ll work to expand our reach, strengthen relationships with key networks, and ensure that young people across Australia know about and can access our platform.

This is both a strategic and hands-on role, you’ll design outreach initiatives, represent Opportune at events, and guide your team to deliver consistent, impactful engagement within their states and regions.

Location: Remote (Australia-based preferred)
Time Commitment: 10–15 hours/week, flexible
Reporting to: Executive Director
Status: Not currently recruiting but expressions of interest welcome

Key Responsibilities

National Outreach Strategy

• Design and implement a coordinated national outreach strategy aligned with Opportune’s mission and priorities

• Set clear targets for reach, engagement, and partnership development across states

• Monitor outreach progress, collect impact data, and adjust strategy based on results

Partnership Development & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain relationships with key partners

• Identify collaboration opportunities such as events, workshops, campaigns, and co-branded initiatives

• Represent Opportune at conferences, panels, and networking events to expand our presence

State-Based Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of state-based outreach representatives

• Coordinate regular team meetings to share updates, align priorities, and troubleshoot challenges

• Provide resources, templates, and guidance to ensure consistent messaging and branding across states

• Support the recruitment and onboarding of new outreach team members as needed

Outreach Materials & Resources

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of outreach resources, including presentations, flyers, partnership decks, and proposals

• Ensure all materials are accessible, clear, and aligned with Opportune’s visual identity and values

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Work with the social media and marketing team to integrate outreach activities into broader campaigns

• Share partnership leads and collaborative opportunities with the operations team

• Contribute to organisational planning, particularly for events, external engagement, and impact reporting

Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain a database of partnerships, outreach activities, and contacts

• Track engagement metrics (e.g. number of events attended, partnerships secured, audience reach)

• Provide regular updates to the Executive Director and leadership team

What We’re Looking For

• A strong commitment to youth empowerment, visibility, and access to opportunity

• A genuine interest in the impact sector and the organisations driving change within it

• Existing connections, knowledge, or experience that can help bridge Opportune into new networks and industries

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Experience leading distributed or volunteer teams

• Strategic thinker with the ability to set targets and deliver results

• Comfortable using tools like Google drive, Canva, and email marketing platforms

What You’ll Gain

• Leadership experience overseeing a national, distributed outreach network

• Opportunities to connect with leaders, educators, and changemakers across Australia

• Direct access to Opportune’s existing network of partners, plus the chance to grow it further

• Skills in partnership development, strategic communications, and public engagement

• A platform to elevate youth voices and connect opportunities with those who need them most

If you have questions about the role or the application process, contact us at contact@opportunefoundation.com.au.

As a State Outreach Representative, you’ll be Opportune’s local connector in your state or territory, ensuring our work is rooted in the realities, needs, and opportunities of young people in your community. You’ll help share opportunities, grow awareness, and contribute local insights that strengthen Opportune’s national impact.

You’ll work closely with the Director of Outreach and a network of state-based peers, representing Opportune at local events, building partnerships, and tailoring national campaigns to suit your community.

Location: Remote (based in your home state or territory)
Time Commitment: 2–4 hours/week, flexible
Reporting to: Director of Outreach
Status: Not currently recruiting but expressions of interest welcome

Key Responsibilities

Community Connection & Representation

• Share Opportune opportunities and updates within your community, both online and in-person

• Represent Opportune at local events, programs, and networking opportunities

• Act as a point of contact for local partners, schools, and youth organisations

Partnership Building

• Build and maintain relationships with community groups, schools, and youth spaces in your area

• Identify local collaboration opportunities, such as events, campaigns, or youth initiatives

Local Insights & National Campaign Support

• Provide regular feedback on local youth needs, trends, and emerging opportunities

• Adapt national campaigns and content to fit your community context

• Contribute local stories, case studies, or highlights to Opportune’s relevant team

Team Collaboration

• Join regular check-ins with the Director of Outreach and other state representatives

• Share updates, ideas, and outcomes to support national strategy alignment

What We’re Looking For

• Passion for youth empowerment, access, and visibility

• Local knowledge and an interest in connecting with your community

• Confidence in sharing opportunities in both digital and in-person spaces

• Reliability and initiative in a flexible, volunteer role

• No formal experience required, curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative mindset are valued

• Bonus: Involvement in impact-sector networks, youth programs, or community leadership (formal or informal)

What You’ll Gain

• Experience in grassroots engagement, local outreach, and community organising

• Opportunities to represent your community in a national, youth-led network

• Direct connections through Opportune’s existing partnerships plus the ability to create your own

• Mentorship and collaboration with peers from across Australia

• A platform to amplify opportunities for young people in your state or territory

• A reference, volunteer certificate, or leadership endorsement upon request

If you have questions about the role or the application process, contact us at contact@opportunefoundation.com.au.