Senior Development Manager Indigenous
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Senior Development Manager (Indigenous)
Job no:0063563
Location:Parkville
Role type:Full time;Continuing
Department: Advancement
Salary:UOM 9 $139693$145339 p.a. plus 17 super
- Lead Indigenous advancement initiatives / Secure major philanthropic gifts / Collaborate with diverse stakeholders
- Drive significant philanthropic investment to transformative initiatives that uplift Indigenous participation in society through the power of research education and community partnerships
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision Section 12 1 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).
The University of Melbourne would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples the Yorta Yorta Nation the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet and learn was the place of ageold ceremonies of celebration initiation and renewal and that the local Aboriginal Peoples have had and continue to have a unique role in the life of these lands.
In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2 the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to FixedTerm or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered ahead of external recruitment.
About Advancement
University of Melbourne Advancement is a catalyst for change. We facilitate and sustain mutually beneficial relationships between the University and its alumni friends and donors. We work collaboratively with colleagues across the University to enable lasting societal impact through the power of research education and community engagement.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with transferable skills who wants to embark on a career in fundraising and to be an agent for change. As a Senior Development Manager (Indigenous) youll play a pivotal role in realising the Universitys Indigenous strategy Murmuk Djerringthrough philanthropy corporate citizenship and alumni engagement. Youll manage a portfolio of major donors secure significant gifts and collaborate with academic and community leaders to advance Indigenous priorities. This role offers you the opportunity to support transformative initiatives develop compelling fundraising strategies and make a lasting impact on Indigenous advancement in higher education.
Responsibilities include:
Manage major donor relationships: Cultivate and solicit gifts above $250000 from a portfolio of approximately 75 prospective donors to meet annual fundraising targets.
Develop compelling proposals: Create persuasive content for philanthropic priorities including case statements presentations and financial models.
Collaborate across teams: Partner with colleagues to secure transformational gifts exceeding $5 million and engage with Indigenous academic and professional staff.
Foster cultural safety: Help build a team culture that embraces Indigenous ways of working through trust respect and genuine collaboration.
About You
We seek a motivated individual with exceptional relationshipbuilding skills and a commitment to Indigenous causes. Your proactive approach and ability to engage with diverse stakeholders will be key to your success. You might come from a background in communications sales public relations business and finance the notforprofit sector or other fields involving strong relationshipbuilding. We offer training in best practices for fundraising through a comprehensive programme enhancing your skills and impact in this role.
You will also have:
Extensive experience working with Indigenous leaders communities and causes.
Proven fundraising expertise or transferable skills in securing major gifts.
Exceptional writing and communication abilities for developing persuasive proposals.
A track record of cultivating relationships with Indigenous and nonIndigenous community leaders.
A strong sense of ethical conduct and ability to maintain confidentiality.
A willingness to work outside normal hours and undertake occasional interstate travel.
About the University
The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people our commitment to research and teaching excellence and our global engagement.
Support for Indigenous staff
- Cultural leave: Indigenous staff members are entitled to up to five days noncumulative paid leave per calendar year for the purpose of attending NAIDOC community cultural and ceremonial activities.
- University policies:Indigenous staff are supported by the Indigenous Employment Planand Indigenous Employment Framework with the commitment to improving the employment retention and career progression outcomes for Indigenous staff members
- Indigenous Staff Network:Employees who have identified themselves as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander will have access to the Indigenous Staff Network (ISN)
- Cultural events:The University hosts annual cultural events such as the Wominjeka to begin the Academic Year and the Narrm Oration and recognises significant times throughout the year such as Reconciliation Week Mabo Day and NAIDOC Week.
- Employee Assistance Program:Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Support Line available free for you and your immediate family members.
Indigenous here means a person of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a childsafe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued respected and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability age being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrierfree and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements please feel free to contact Bec Tuckeror send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at .
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your transferable skills. Please note that you are not required to provide responses against the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
Position DescriptionAdvertised: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
