About the Role
We are seeking a Philanthropy Specialist to join our Philanthropy Team at Swinburne University. This dynamic team led by the Associate Director of Philanthropy, is part of the larger Advancement team.

Under the guidance of the Senior Philanthropy Manager, Trusts and Foundations, you will identify, develop, and prepare structured giving proposals for both flagship and researcher identified projects. You will play a pivotal role in the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of a portfolio of philanthropic prospects and donors, including representatives from philanthropic entities such as Trusts and Foundations, and Private Ancillary Funds.

As a vital member of a dedicated team of stakeholder relationship managers and fundraisers, you will proactively work to develop, secure, and steward strategic philanthropic relationships in close collaboration with schools, centres, and researchers. Additionally, you will support the delivery of the Philanthropy team’s programs, events, and other fundraising strategies and initiatives.

A mature, strategic approach to work, an entrepreneurial and creative mindset, attention to detail and sophisticated communication skills are essential to success in this role.

About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, business or organisational administration or development, including knowledge or awareness of appropriate fundraising concepts, models, methods, and practices
• Genuine interest in people, relationship development and customer service orientation
• Appreciation for the importance of education and research in society
• Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to proofread documents accurately and in a timely manner to generate correspondence and reports

Further information about this role can be found in the attached position description.

Qualifications
Completion of relevant qualification or an equivalent combination of relevant knowledge, experience, or education/training

About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

To Apply
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Applications Close: Tuesday 1st April 2025, 11pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact at [email protected] or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquires about the role can be sent to [email protected] (general enquires will not be answered by phone).

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. ?

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