Organisation : Victoria University
Location : Melbourne (Footscray)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Education & Training
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $102,256 - $115,153
Application closing date : 19 Aug, 2024
About the organisation
At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly.
VU has innovated a new pedagogic and curriculum approach: the VU Block Model. This, along with the VU First Year College, have been among the most significant learning and teaching developments in the Australian tertiary education sector over the past decade. VU TAFE is renowned for digital innovation in its delivery, evident through the Sunshine Skills Hub and is a highly valued industry collaborator.
Victoria University’s philanthropy program is at an exciting juncture as it concurrently embarks on the development of a multi-year comprehensive philanthropy strategy, while also implementing a campaign to raise funds for a new strategic initiative.
About the role
- Fulltime
- HEP 8 $102,256 – $115,153 plus 17% superannuation
- Position located at Victoria University’s Footscray Park Campus
- Join a high performing and motivated team
Under the leadership of Chancellor Steve Bracks and Vice-Chancellor Adam Shoemaker, this is an exciting opportunity for a philanthropy professional to join a growing Alumni Relations and Philanthropy team.
VU is seeking a motivated and creative individual who will manage the identification, cultivation and stewardship of major donors, and play a critical role in the growth of philanthropic income at VU.
Working closely with the Associate Director of Philanthropy and the Director of Advancement, the Senior Philanthropy Coordinator will have experience in best practice, donor-centric relationship fundraising.
About the person
The successful applicant will:
- Have an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education, with 5+ years’ experience in a fundraising or philanthropy role.
- Demonstrated experience in relationship fundraising, with experience in qualifying prospective major donors and driving the growth of philanthropic income.
- Demonstrated experience in providing outstanding donor stewardship.
- Demonstrated experience in business planning and income forecasting.
- Excellent high-level interpersonal skills.
Duties
An example of duties you may perform will include:
- Implements best practice relationship management strategies with major donors, with a focus on cultivation, solicitation and stewardship to increase engagement and giving
- Collaborates to develop tailored and impactful proposals and reports to major donors, working directly with academic staff and/or external suppliers as necessary
- Collaborates with academics and professional staff to implement best practice and streamlined approaches to major donor stewardship across the University
Benefits
Salary sacrifice options
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements available
- Paid study leave
- On-site gym and fitness centre and more!
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Senior Philanthropy Coordinator – Major Gifts via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Education_and_Training
