Development Manager

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

• Contribute to the growth of ACU’s philanthropy program
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve fundraising targets
• Continuing full time position based at our North Sydney Campus

Advancement and Alumni develop relationships and partnerships with alumni, donors, Catholic stakeholders, charities and organisations aligned closely with the ACU Mission that deliver strategic benefits to students, teaching, research and community engagement activities. They provide advice to key stakeholders and deliver a program of fundraising and alumni engagement that supports the University’s objectives. The team is focused on raising funds for strategic programs, developing major giving strategies, amplifying alumni and philanthropic impact stories and enhancing external relationships for the University. They are a gateway to the graduate community, promoting mutually beneficial professional and personal enrichment opportunities to alumni, celebrating their achievements, and encouraging a culture of volunteerism.

The Development Manager will significantly contribute to the team’s success in securing philanthropic income linked to key strategic priorities for ACU, securing major gifts and developing a growing base of donors and prospects who are inspired to engage with ACU.

More specifically the role entails:

• Building a personal portfolio of up to one hundred major gift prospects
• Implementing an annual work plan to ensure activity targets and income goals are met
• Developing deep and mutually-beneficial relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Preparing materials and stewardship information for major gifts prospects and donors
• Leading campaign activities for targeted projects requiring philanthropic investment
• Representing the University at internal and external events, hosting high profile guests.

You will need to have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in development and donor relations
• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing fundraising programs
• Demonstrated success in achieving fundraising targets in a competitive environment
• Ability to build strong relationships with senior staff, influential donors, and external organisations for successful fundraising outcomes along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement.

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

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Applications Close: 28 October 2021

ACU is committed to diversity and social inclusion in its employment practices. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups are encouraged.