Development Manager

Auckland - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Te Whiwhinga mahi The Opportunity

We are seeking a Development Manager to fundraise and partner with our Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FMHS) connecting its world-leading research and teaching to individual donors corporate partners and philanthropic organisations. FMHS plays a major role in advancing medical research and improving health outcomes in New Zealand making this an inspiring environment for an ambitious fundraiser to make a real impact.

You will join a group of fundraisers whose purpose is to grow philanthropic investment in FMHS by helping deliver a coordinated and integrated Faculty Development Plan.

You will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects using the Universitys moves-management framework to identify qualify cultivate solicit and steward donors capable of making significant contributions. Working closely with the Dean senior leaders researchers the Senior Development Manager and the wider Alumni Relations and Development (ARD) team you will shape compelling opportunities for supporters to contribute to impactful health research and education.

Key responsibilities include:

Fundraising: Manage a portfolio of major prospects and corporate partners developing tailored cultivation and solicitation plans to secure significant gifts.
Internal Partnership: Work closely with the Dean faculty leaders and the ARD team to align donor strategies provide guidance and support coordinated engagement.
Donor Engagement: Deliver high-quality stewardship ensuring major donors and partners receive timely recognition reporting and meaningful engagement.
Strategy & Planning: Contribute to faculty and ARD development plans helping shape annual priorities and long-term philanthropic strategy.

This is a permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week). The salary range for this role is $118000 to $128000 negotiable depending on skills and experience.

A full description of your duties and the role is provided in the position description linked below HERE.

He kōrero mōu About you

You will be an experienced fundraiser with a strong track record of securing major support and building trusted relationships. This role moves quickly and covers a wide range of responsibilities so we are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment communicates clearly and brings a respectful collaborative approach.

E rapua ana mātou We are seeking:

Proven experience in fundraising or in building highvalue relationships with corporate partners and highnetworth individuals.
A background in marketing sales or customer engagement with a strong track record of meeting targets and delivering financial results.
Excellent relationship-building skills with the confidence to host events and engage a wide range of stakeholders.
Curiosity and adaptability with the ability to connect widely understand donor motivations and tailor approaches accordingly.
Strong organisational discipline including highquality record keeping clear written communication and timely responses.
An understanding of the tertiary environment supported by a Bachelors degree or relevant tertiary qualification/work experience.

If you are strategic driven and passionate about creating meaningful impact we would love to hear from you.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou What we offer

Waipapa Taumata Rau The University of Auckland is New Zealands leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41000 students making us one of NZs largest employers.

We cultivate an environment that supports your growth and rewards excellence with a range of staff benefits including:

Competitive salary and five weeks of annual leave.
Superannuation/KiwiSaver matching up to 6.75%
Flexible working arrangements including working from home and adaptive hours.
Leading and inclusive parental leave options.
Career development programmes and discounted on-site amenities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply

Please submit your application online by the closing date of Sunday 15 February 2026. Your application should include:

A brief Cover Letter explaining why youre interested in this role and how your skills match the requirements.
Your updated CV.

Please note that we do not accept email applications.

For a confidential discussion you are welcome to contact Neil Gardner (Senior Recruitment Consultant) at

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Te Whiwhinga mahi The OpportunityWe are seeking a Development Manager to fundraise and partner with our Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FMHS) connecting its world-leading research and teaching to individual donors corporate partners and philanthropic organisations. FMHS plays a major role i...