Exciting opportunities to join this outstanding learning community are listed here.
At Fahan, staff enjoy a supportive, close-knit environment where every role contributes to a vibrant School Community and the success of our students. The following opportunity exists:
Director of Advancement
Following the development of its Capital Master Plan, Fahan School is entering an exciting phase of growth and renewal. To help realise this vision, the School is seeking a strategic and relationship-focused Director of Advancement to lead its philanthropic and community engagement program in support of this next chapter.
The role will lead the planning and delivery of a comprehensive philanthropic program focused on capital fundraising, and include annual giving, bequests, grants, and special events. The successful candidate will bring:
- Demonstrated experience in advancement or institutional philanthropy (preferably within education)
- The ability to inspire confidence and nurture long-term relationships
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive, collaborative approach to achieving fundraising and engagement goals
This is a part-time (3 or 4 days per week) permanent position and will involve some after hours and weekend commitments in line with events and engagement across the School Community. KPIs will be agreed with the successful candidate prior to commencement.
Please refer to the Director of Advancement Position Description for more information. Applications from members of the Fahan Community are warmly encouraged. It is anticipated the successful candidate would have a comprehensive understanding of the Tasmanian community.
Fahan School has engaged Frank Opray of Washington Services to assist with this appointment. Applicants are required to submit a formal application (by email only) with the following attachments to frank@opray.net:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Completed Non-Teaching Application Form
All enquiries and applications will be treated in strict confidence. Initial phone enquiries can be made to Frank Opray on 0407 316 865.
Applications close Friday 28 November 2025, with an anticipated commencement by the end of January 2026 (or earlier by negotiation).
Bus Driver (permanent, part-time, term time)
- A current driver's licence with a minimum light rigid (LR) driver's licence
- Ancillary Certificate to Drive a Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV)
- Please refer to the Bus Driver Position Description for more information and direct any enquiries to the Director - Business and Risk, Richard Colquhoun, at richard@fahan.tas.edu.au.
Recruitment Process
1. Applicants are required to submit a formal application including a completed Fahan School Non Teaching Application Form, CV and cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria, to the Principal, Mrs Meg Lawson, at employment@fahan.tas.edu.au.
Relief Work
If you are interested in relief work, please complete the Fahan School Teaching Application Form and return to employment@fahan.tas.edu.au.
