• Develop meaningful donor relationships for scholarships and prizes that transform students’ lives.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $80,243 – $88,940 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) oversees the University’s alumni, philanthropic and community strategies. The function works collaboratively across the University to embed philanthropic and engagement activity into the University’s operations. The core responsibility of the team is to lead and build on the University’s alumni, donor and community relations to advance the University’s goals.

About the opportunity

• Support the cultivation and stewardship of philanthropic relationships with donors to advance the student experience and research efforts.
• Assist in managing a portfolio of donors and prospective donors, ensuring effective engagement and retention strategies are implemented.
• Contribute to planning, executing, and evaluating fundraising activities that align with the University’s priorities and promote a culture of philanthropy.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant experience in project coordination or administration within a complex organisation, preferably within a Development and Alumni Relations context.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce reports and correspondence for diverse audiences.
• Highly developed organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Position description: Development Support Officer 519966.docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ingrid Barnard at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 24 April 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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