Database and Systems Manager

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 21 Sep 2026

Description

Own our Salesforce database. Fix what's broken, set the standard, and make sure our data works as hard as we do.

• Own our Salesforce NPSP database
• Connect Salesforce to the platforms driving our fundraising and campaigns.
• Permanent full time role working in our Sydney or Melbourne office/ Hybrid working environment

About the role

You'll own the accuracy, integrity and consistency of our Salesforce NPSP data. You'll run the data quality processes that keep it usable as we grow, and set the naming conventions and hygiene standards the whole team works to.

You'll oversee the system admin work our team does day to day, including access, permissions, page layouts, automation, validation rules, and make sure it's accurate and consistent. You'll also own our relationships with the platforms connected to Salesforce (Raisely, Ortto, MoveData, FormAssembly, Plauti, Mambo Merge, Make and Stripe), keeping data flowing cleanly and escalating contracts to the Operations Director.

You'll manage our Digital Systems Administrator (Salesforce) directly, and lead Salesforce training so every team, at every skill level, can use our systems with confidence.

What we offer our employees

• Supportive and healthy work/life balance through hybrid options and flexible hours.
• Enjoy 5 additional paid days off each year to focus on your wellbeing
• Yearly flu vaccinations to help you stay well.
• A passionate, friendly, and knowledgeable team where every voice is heard and valued.
• A strong annual base salary plus superannuation, and recognition payments
• A culture of celebrating people's achievements, both professionally and personally.
• Opportunities for professional development

About Climate Council

Climate Council is Australia's own independent, evidence-based organisation on climate science, impacts and solutions.

Our vision

Australia has acted decisively, protecting the people and places we love from the worst impacts of the climate crisis.

Our mission

We are a courageous catalyst propelling Australia toward bold, effective action to slash our climate pollution and contribute positively to global action.

Our Goal

In 10 years, Australia will be powered by the sun and wind, with clean energy flowing through our homes, cars, industries and communities. We'll be leading the world in climate action, building a fair, thriving green economy and leaving fossil fuels behind. Together, we'll be safer, stronger, and proud of the country we're shaping for the future.

Our values

• We are brave and bold
• We are hopeful and solutions focused
• We act with integrity and communicate honestly

If you have any questions about the role, or would like to view the position description, please contact us at .

The Climate Council is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, or political affiliation.

At the Climate Council we are committed to building a neuro-inclusive team and encourage applications from neurodivergent individuals. The climate Council works out of co -working spaces, our offices are open plan and staff work on a hot desk basis. We are happy to discuss any accommodations to support your success. Applicants may be required to complete a written task as part of the recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We aim to contact all applicants regarding the outcome of their application.

Company Overview

Climate Council is Australia's own independent, evidence-based organisation on climate science, impacts and solutions.