Development Coordinator

• Based in Carlton with flexible/hybrid work options
• Attractive salary package and benefits on offer
• Opportunity to work with major donors, trusts and foundations

The Opportunity 

An opportunity now exists to join the MBS External Relations division where, as Development Coordinator you will support the Head of Development in the relationship management of major donors, trusts and foundations and annual giving program. The role provides program support and coordinates prospect research, cultivation meetings, proposal development and stewardship activities. The role will also support improved administrative processes, including contacts and opportunity management, grant funding reconciliation and acquittal reporting.

This is an exciting opportunity to:

• Join a top ranked business education provider 
• Support the development of major funder proposals and pitches
• Strengthen your understanding of and experience in supporting philanthropic activities

Some key accountabilities will also include:

• Support the delivery of Development engagement programs such as the Dean’s Circle, annual giving campaigns, bequests, stewardship and donor recognition activities
• Support timely major funder reports and acquittals of grant/funding deliverables
• Support the Events, Communication, Marketing and Alumni teams in the delivery of lists for events, creative assets, videos and impact reports
• Undertake research on individuals and organisations through both internal and external sources
• Produce background reports and profiling for briefings and events
• Support set-up and capture in database of customer activities, communications, campaigns and opportunities
• Reporting support for various purposes

About you

A highly experienced administrator, you will bring to us a background gained within the Not-for-Profit, Education, Medical, Arts or similar sector and having had exposure dealing with high value stakeholders including major donors and trusts and foundations.  Some exposure with supporting relationship management including research and briefings and in coordinating stakeholder meetings and diary management support will be highly regarded as will be your experience collaborating with multiple teams on the delivery of events, marketing, and communications. Demonstrable proficiency in customer/supporter databases such as Dynamics and in coordinating financial and non-financial reporting, reconciliation, and acquittals will also be considered essential.

What’s on offer

We value our people and ensure that we can reward you with more than just a salary. Our thanks to you includes:

• Competitive remuneration, including not-for-profit salary packaging options and generous parental leave provisions
• Flexible work options
• Subsidised gym membership, health and wellbeing programs and regular social events
• Access to world-class learning and development programs at a discounted rate
• A workplace that promotes diversity, collaboration, and new ideas in the heart of Melbourne’s innovation precinct
• Working alongside talented and supportive colleagues who are passionate about innovation and creativity