Melbourne’s leading recruiters for not-for-profit, health and education.

Marketing | Communications | Fundraising | Philanthropy | Media | Stakeholder Engagement | Government Relations | Events Management | Digital Marketing | General Management |

Marketing | Communications | Fundraising | Philanthropy | Media | Stakeholder Engagement | Government Relations | Events Management | Digital Marketing | General Management |

About Us

We recruit for purpose. We recruit for compatibility. We recruit for impact.

Deliberately.

Our highly experienced recruiters have extensive networks of trusted candidates in the fields of communications, marketing, media, and fundraising.

We’ve been in this game long enough to know the difference between the pretenders and the real deal, and we won’t waste your time, or ours, with candidates who aren’t aligned to your values and goals.

Specialty Sectors

Education

Recruiting marketing, communications and advancement professionals in education entails navigating diverse qualifications, stringent regulations, and a commitment to shaping both young and mature minds. DeliberateImpact excels in this arena, boasting a tailored approach that understands the nuanced needs of both educators and institutions. We prioritise matching passion with expertise, ensuring seamless integration and long-term success in the dynamic field of education.

Community

Recruiting marketing, communications and fundraising professionals for community roles entails navigating diverse skill sets, local engagement, and aligning with grassroots initiatives. We excel in this realm, driven by a shared passion for social impact and a deep understanding of community dynamics. With tailored strategies and a dedication to empowering local talent, we foster sustainable development and positive change from within.

Not for Profit

Recruiting within the NFP field necessitates a profound understanding of mission alignment, passion, and resource constraints. This is who we are and why we’re here. We prioritise values-driven connections and a deep commitment to social impact. We match talent with organisations, ensuring mutual benefit and meaningful contributions to the greater good. All Not for Profit organisations in this current time need exceptional teams to promote cause, income generation and awareness. This is our sweet spot.

Health

Recruiting within the health sector demands a deep understanding of unionised and regulatory frameworks, and evolving patient needs. We pride ourselves on our healthcare recruitment expertise in marketing, communications and fundraising, boasting a team with extensive industry experience and a nuanced grasp of the sector's intricacies. We love the healthcare sector because it requires precision, and a commitment to improving lives — not unlike our purpose at deliberateImpact.

Our approach

We take the time to understand what you do, why you do it, and who you need to help you do it better.

Every brief starts with us deliberately challenging you on the impact you want to make in the world. If you can’t explain it to us, you’ll never find the right people.

Hard questions; better candidates.

Our candidates

It’s not unusual for our candidates to have followed our individual recruiters throughout their careers, turning to them time and again for advice, direction, and that next opportunity.

They trust us. They know we want them in the right roles within the right organisations.

And did we mention that we don’t waste time with pretenders?

“They trust us. They know we want them in the right roles within the right organisations.”

Lyndsey Walker
Director

Don’t take our word for it.

  • “Lyndsey Walker is hands down the best recruiter I've worked with, especially for fundraising roles. Lyndsey truly understands the nuances of the fundraising sector and the skills required to succeed. If you’re looking for true fundraising and marketing specialist recruiters, I highly recommend deliberateImpact”

    Nicki Anderson
    Board Director

  • “Lyndsey was such a delight to deal with when looking for a new role. Her pure determination to put forward the best job opportunities suited to my experience was second to none, and as a result I found the perfect role!”

    Ingrid Powell
    Digital Marketing Manager

  • “Lyndsey is my number one recruiter in the for-purpose space: savvy, always in touch with the sector, and has an unparalleled ability to recruit for that unicorn mix of skills, experience and team fit.”

    Gillian Victor
    Head of Marketing and Fundraising

  • “I highly recommend Lyndsey – she’s an exceptional recruiter/matchmaker. Since 2011 she’s successfully placed me in three incredible marketing roles. As a candidate, she always listens to what I’m looking for and only reaches out when there’s a strong job match. She doesn’t waste my time with incompatible roles. I always appreciate the market and industry insights Lyndsey has offered me throughout my career.”

    Claire Vickers
    Senior Marketing Manager

  • “Lyndsey is an expert in NFP recruitment. She has extensive knowledge and connections within the sector developed over 15 years. Her tireless energy and dedication, together with a caring attitude ensure the best outcomes for both employers and candidates.”

    Dan Mars
    Head of Philanthropy and Stakeholder Engagement

  • “Lyndsey’s passion and dedication to finding the right fit for both employer and candidate is incomparable and why I’ve chosen to work with her over the years. Couldn’t recommend Lyndsey highly enough.”

    Angela Leung
    Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability

  • "Lyndsey excels in matching candidates to roles while understanding organisational needs. Backed by extensive networks, Lyndsey prioritises integrity and mutual benefit for clients and candidates alike. I highly recommend Lyndsey for her ability to deliver top talent and create lasting partnerships."

    Janelle Gibaldi
    Project Manager

  • “Lyndsey Walker is one of the best in the business. Agile, efficient and straight-talking, she knows Melbourne inside and out. Having worked with Lyndsey as a candidate and a client, I trust her instincts and ability to match the right talent to the right role. I look forward to working with Lyndsey again."

    Corrina Langelaan
    Director Communications and Media

  • “Lyndsey is quite simply one of the best recruiters I’ve ever used. She is well connected, tenacious, committed, thorough and super reliable! And a total delight to work with. Could not recommend her highly enough.”

    Patrice O’Brien
    Chief Advancement Officer

  • "Lyndsey Walker is truly a stand out recruiter and provides an exceptional service. Her expertise was instantly apparent, backed by her meticulous attention to detail. Lyndsey reliably provided support that was professional and personalised, showing genuine interest in my success. I always felt confident I had put something as important as my career in the best possible hands."

    Nicole Butler
    Assistant Director Communications

  • "I’ve known and worked with Lyndsey on both sides of the fence (candidate and client) and she is one of the rare gems who take a genuine and long term interest in people as people - she is brilliant at what she does and a superb person to match. Someone with the intelligence, interpersonal skills and storytelling to be a standout in work and life."

    Natasha Levy
    Director Communications and Marketing

  • "I've had the pleasure of working with Lyndsey for a number of years, both as a hiring manager as well as a candidate. Lyndsey stands out as a genuine and professional recruiter who is ethical, caring and personable. She has built a solid reputation of treating clients more than just a transaction, and instead will go over and above to do the best for employers and candidates alike. "

    Lynda Cavalera
    General Manager Growth

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