Company Description Mary’s Meals is a global charity that provides one daily meal in a place of education to help chronically hungry children access schooling and a path out of poverty. The movement began by feeding 200 children in Malawi and now serves more than 3 million children every school day.

By sourcing food locally wherever possible, Mary’s Meals supports local economies while keeping the average annual cost of feeding a child for a school year to around $34.80 (AUD). With millions of primary-age children still out of school worldwide, Mary’s Meals continues to expand its impact and reach.

Role Description This Philanthropy Internship is a hybrid role based in Sydney, NSW, with a mix of in-office and work-from-home opportunities. The intern will support the philanthropy and fundraising team with research on prospective donors, foundations, and corporate partners, helping to identify new funding opportunities in Australia and beyond. Day-to-day tasks include assisting with the preparation of donor proposals and scheduling, as well as maintaining accurate records in our backend philanthropy databases.

The role will also involve drafting donor communications, coordinating small events or donor briefings, and helping to prepare presentation materials and marketing content related to philanthropic initiatives. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising and relationship management while contributing directly to the mission of feeding children and supporting education.

Frequently asked questions Q. What is the time requirement for this role? A. This role is designed to be flexible and to work around your schedule, with no fixed time allocation requirement or proposed work days. Should you be appointed, Mary’s Meals will work with you to determine the best working rhythms. Q. Who is this role ideal for? A. A part time worker, a stay at home mum or dad looking for an organisation to support pro-bono, or a student seeking to grow their experience and CV. Q. What is the renumeration for this role? A. This is a voluntary role with no formal renumeration structure.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear emails, short proposals, and concise reports.
• Organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Comfort with digital tools such as Microsoft Office or Google Workspace; familiarity with databases or CRM systems is an advantage.
• Interest in philanthropy, international development, or the nonprofit sector.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team, as well as independently when working from home, demonstrating initiative and reliability.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Mary’s Meals, with a genuine interest in issues such as child hunger, education, and global justice.

Application details Please apply with a CV at the link here or directly to [email protected]