Full time, continuing positionlocatedon Camperdown Campus on Gadigal Country
Tap into yourfundraisingexpertiseto drive initiatives that enhanceSTEM
Base salary $162,528plus 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
A career defining opportunity for a senior development professional to play a lead role building fundraising revenue through developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program with a major gift’s focus.
This position works closely with the Director Development (STEMB) toidentifyand develop fundraising priorities and strategieswithintheSTEMportfolio, supporting the continued growth of a high-performing major gifts program
You will play a key role in thecampaign and build on several established relationships with a strong trajectory of major and principal gifts, secure gifts of$1 million+,and achieve significant, ambitiouspersonal fundraising targets
The University of Sydney's science and engineering community is tackling some of the world's most complex challenges. From advancing quantum technologies and artificial intelligence to driving breakthroughs in health, sustainability, climate resilience, agriculture and space, our researchers are delivering discoveries that improve lives, strengthencommunitiesand shape a more sustainable future.
Philanthropy plays an increasinglyimportant rolein accelerating this work, enabling bold ideas, transformativeresearchand the next generation of scientific leaders.
About you
The University values trust,accountabilityand excellence and as such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Deputy Director of Development,STEM whohas:
substantial background in major gift fundraising, with a demonstrated ability toidentifyand negotiate $1 million plus gift opportunities
a strongtrack recordof achievement and meeting stretch financial targets
demonstrated relationship building and strong leadership skills with the ability to engage internal and external stakeholders
experience leading a team of 2 or more and can manage and drive team performance supporting the team targets as well as well asdeveloping andowning anindividual majorgiftspipeline
highly developed emotional intelligence – self-aware with exceptional interpersonal skills
the ability to work autonomously and is naturally a high-achiever and driven by success both professionally and personally
demonstrated mentoring/coaching of junior development colleagues
superior time-management,prioritisationand organisation skills.
an understanding of, and is passionate about, health or mental health related issues
About us
The Advancement team at the University of Sydney is one of the most successful fundraising programs in Australian higher education. Having completed the nation’s first $1BN fundraising campaign and embarking on the next, the team is not only the finest performing,its successfacilitates the largest real-world impact that philanthropic giving makes possible.
Since ourinception160 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach philanthropy and underpin our long-term strategy for excellence and growth.We’reAustralia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Across our campuses, we employ over 7600 academic and non-academic staff who support over 60,000 students.
Working in the Advancement team at the University you will be part of a portfolio that raises funds for scholarships,cutting edgeresearch and makes a real and substantial contribution to the improvement of the University, and the wider world. You will be joining a world-class team that cares deeply about making a difference and is both creative and evidence-led when it comes to improving performance. This is the power of Philanthropy.
Work Rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of allrolerequiredpre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusionand we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating aUniversitycommunity that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support thecareers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contactSade Mintah, Recruitment Operations by email to sade.mintah@sydney.edu.au
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