Organisation : Australian National University
Location : Australian Capital Territory, Canberra (Canberra)
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Grants & Philanthropy
Sector : Community Engagement, Education & Training, Foundations, Trusts & Philanthropy
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $115,511 - $123,519 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Application closing date : 5 Feb, 2025
About the organisation
About us
ANU is unique among Australian universities. ANU Advancement builds meaningful relationships with alumni, donors and the wider community, driving the philanthropic support so valuable in bringing our university’s vision to life. Our Philanthropy Managers play a leading role in connecting ANU with people and organisations who share our conviction in the power of research and education to remake our world for the better.
We want every donation to have an impact, and we love to connect passionate donors with opportunities to make a difference– whether that’s through tackling climate change, creating Indigenous scholarships, or driving life-changing innovations in medical research. Together, we’re growing a culture of philanthropy, and working towards a better future.
About the role
Job number: 557805
Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)
Salary package: $115,511 – $123,519 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing
About the role
Our Philanthropy Managers work strategically with generous supporters and talented colleagues to secure transformational donations for an exciting range of ANU priority projects.
We seek people who are proven self-starters, intellectually curious, work fast and write well, have a talent for building relationships and rapport, and are highly proactive and results focused. Our Philanthropy Managers must be smart, adaptable communicators, equally comfortable engaging donors from all walks of life, briefing senior leaders, and partnering with subject matter experts. You will need energy, persistence, and the sense of adventure to get things done in a complex, dynamic organisational environment.
We are driven by ambitious KPIs and a clear vision for growth, and we support our team to succeed, celebrate their wins, and help them plan for future career progression. We cherish our friendly, supportive and resilient team culture.
Your background may be in fundraising, business development, sales, strategic communications, arts management, or the non-profit sector. Diverse candidates are welcome. Your most important quality will be the commitment and capability to deliver an outstanding level of service to our donors and to ANU.
For further information, please contact Joanne James, Senior Philanthropy Manager, T: M +61 406 041233 E: joanne.james@anu.edu.au
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.
How to apply
How to Apply
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum 2 pages).
- A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria will not be considered for the position.
Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.
Please quote in application: Philanthropy Manager – Australian National University via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Engagement, #Education_and_Training, #Foundations_Trusts_and_Philanthropy
