About QIMR Berghofer:

QIMR Berghofer is a world-leading translational medical research institute focused on improving health by developing new diagnostics, better treatments and prevention strategies, specifically in the areas of Cancer, Infection and Inflammation, Brain and Mental Health, and Population Health. Based in Herston, Brisbane and working in close collaboration with clinicians and other research institutes, QIMR Berghofer is home to more than 600 scientists, students and non-research staff.

About Engagement and Advancement:

This position is within the Engagement and Advancement Department (E&A), reporting directly to the Fundraising and Philanthropy Manager. E&A is responsible for generating fundraising revenue to support QIMR Berghofer’s research programs and protecting and strengthening the Institute’s reputation for research excellence.

Role Purpose / Responsibilities:

Applications are invited for a strategic and results-driven Senior Philanthropy Associate to lead and execute high-value philanthropic campaigns at QIMR Berghofer, a world-leading medical research institute. This role will be instrumental in securing major gifts to fund vital research programs, directly impacting lives through scientific discovery.

The following duties will apply:

• Develop and execute strategic, comprehensive, and thematic fundraising campaigns, including compelling Cases for Support and funding proposals.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with high-net-worth individuals, developing targeted cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• Implement major gift fundraising strategies for specific research projects, ensuring a robust pipeline of potential donors.
• Develop and leverage stewardship and engagement activities to create exceptional donor journeys, including personal visits, lab tours, and researcher meetings.
• Proactively identify and qualify new major donor prospects through database mining, research, and collaboration with the fundraising team.
• Develop and implement methods to effectively communicate the impact of gifts, ensuring ongoing donor engagement and recognition.
• Manage a small team, ensuring goals for income raised, donor engagement, and new donor acquisition are met.

About you:

To be successful in your application, you should be able to demonstrate;

• Postgraduate qualifications in Fundraising/Marketing/Business or related field and extensive relevant experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training in a major gifts philanthropy program.
• Proven experience in developing and executing high-value philanthropic campaigns and major gift fundraising strategies.
• Success in cultivating and managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and project management abilities.
• A deep understanding of donor stewardship and engagement best practices.
• Experience in managing and mentoring a small team.

Please refer to the position description on the QIMR Berghofer Careers website for a full list of responsibilities and key selection criteria.

Remuneration: Salary range is $132,998 to 142,709 p.a plus super and generous salary packaging. This is a full-time, continuing appointment.

For further information: please contact Tiffany Hardy [email protected]

Closing Date: Sunday, 18 May 2025

To submit an application: use the APPLY button. All applicants must supply the following documents: Resume and Cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the Position Description.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

What we offer:

• Salary Packaging
• State of the art facilities
• Stimulating work setting focussed on cutting edge medical research
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Parental Leave provisions