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Passionate about social purpose recruitment

We know it’s important for you to hire people who really care about the part they play in our community, and in making a difference in the social purpose and not-for-profit sectors. Our extensive network and highly specialised recruitment team means that we regularly place entry level to executive level candidates into charities and not-for-profit organisations, across Australia. In addition, we provide HR Consulting and Outplacement services.

social purpose sector recruitment

For-purpose recruitment

Now more than ever, for-purpose organisations need teams who have the experience, drive and specialist knowledge to continue helping those most in need. These candidates are hard to find. Appointing individuals who will exceed objectives requires utilising search techniques and attraction methods by recruitment specialists who are credible in their space.

Johnson Recruitment has a comprehensive recruitment methodology to ensure effective outcomes; we assess candidates on key factors including skill, motivation and cultural fit.

For-purpose and not-for-profit recruitment

Positions we recruit:

  • CEO
  • Program Manager
  • General Management
  • Quality Manager
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Sales/ Business Development
  • Fundraising
  • Business Support
  • Human Resources
  • Facilities Manager
  • Marketing & Communications
  • Team Leader
  • Practice Manager
  • Consulting
social purpose CEO, COO, CFO, and executive recruitment

Featured Social Purpose jobs

Project Officer, Training & Engagement

Melbourne VIC

Contract/Temp

  • $63.75 per hour + super
  • Full-Time temporary to permanent 6 month position
  • Based in South Melbourne with excellent public transport options

Join a leading lived-experience mental health organisation to coordinate training programs that empower consumers and build community leadership.

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House Manager

Melbourne VIC

Full time

  • Make a difference for a leading social services provider
  • SCHADS Level 4, Full-time (or 0.8)
  • Inner Western Suburbs, Melbourne base

Provide leadership and operational oversight to a dedicated team at a Short Term Accommodation (STA) respite service

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Mental Health Rights Advocate

Melbourne VIC

Contract/Temp

  • $63.75 per hour + super
  • Full-time temporary 6 month role (potential for permanency)
  • Based in South Melbourne with excellent public transport options

Support people with mental health lived experience to understand rights, build self-advocacy skills, and navigate complaints.

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Lead HR Business Partner

Melbourne VIC

Full time

  • Make a difference in a purpose-driven, community organisation
  • Preston location | Hybrid WFH flexibility | 2 Years Fixed Term
  • $100K - $120K + Super + Salary Packaging

Align HR with strategic objectives by leading a team of partners. Manage complex ER, change & policy. Requires tertiary HRM & leadership skills.

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Technical Business Analyst

South Eastern QLD

Full time

  • Highly regarded not-for-profit organisation
  • WFH hybrid working options - based in Robina, Gold Coast
  • Up to $130K + super, and attractive NFP salary packaging

Drive digital transformation by analysing business needs, designing Microsoft-based solutions, improving processes and integrating systems.

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Systems Developer

Melbourne VIC

Full time

  • Highly regarded not-for-profit organisation
  • WFH hybrid working options
  • Based in Melb. CBD. Up to $125K + super, and attractive NFP salary packaging

Drive social impact by designing Power Platform solutions and API integrations. You'll automate workflows and enhance BI to scale sustainable housing.

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Expression of Interest - Fundraising & Philanthropy Professionals

Melbourne VIC

Full time

  • Upcoming fundraising opportunities with leading purpose-driven organisations!
  • Work with purpose-driven teams making a real difference in communities.
  • Multiple Opportunities across Melbourne.

Seeking 3+ year NFP fundraising experts. Manage donor portfolios, build relationships, and drive impact through giving and partnerships.

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Meet our specialist team

Barry Vienet
Executive & Senior

Barry specialises in Senior & Executive roles across Social Services & Community Housing, and Refugee & Indigenous services

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Lisa Pratt
Executive & Senior

Lisa Pratt specialises in Executive & Senior roles in the for-purpose and commercial sectors.

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