Role type: 2 x Full-time; Fixed-term positions for 12 months
Department: STEM Advancement
Salary: UoM 9 - $143,185 - $148,972 p.a. plus 17% super

• Secure major funders, foster strategic partnerships and advance STEM innovation
  
• Apply now to lead high-impact fundraising initiatives, directly influencing the future of STEM education and research at a world-class university
  
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As a Senior Development Manager in the STEM cluster at a prestigious university, you'll be at the forefront of securing significant philanthropic income for groundbreaking initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to build and manage relationships with major donors, collaborate with faculty leadership, and play a crucial role in advancing the university's strategic goals. Your efforts will directly impact the institution's ability to drive innovation in science, technology, and engineering, making this a key position for those passionate about philanthropy and research in higher education that impacts the wider community and society.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Secure Large Funding: Qualify, cultivate relationships, and solicit prospective donors and foundations for support of people and projects above $250,000.
  
• Manage Stakeholder Portfolio: Oversee a portfolio of 60-90 prospective donors, developing trusted advisor relationships.
  
• Develop Fundraising Plans: Contribute to the design and implementation of annual engagement Advancement activities and plans.
  
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Advancement colleagues, faculty leadership, and academics to ensure coordinated and effective fund-raising efforts.

• Demonstrated experience working to strategic initiatives and goals and facilitating key partnerships to support them.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a seasoned fund-raising professional with a proven track record of securing philanthropic income, excellent relationship-building skills, and a passion for advancing STEM education and research through philanthropy.

You may also:

• Have a post-graduate qualification with extensive experience in income generation or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
  
• Demonstrate a successful history of generating income through fund-raising donations of $250,000 or more.
  
• Have proficiency in using SalesForce or other CRM systems.
  
• Show experience operating successfully in large, complex organizations.
  

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
  
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
  
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
  
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team - Advancement
The Advancement Office aims to facilitate the establishment and maintenance of mutually beneficial relationships between the University and its alumni, friends and benefactors. It is responsible for the management of programs relating to alumni and benefactors and provides services to and works collaboratively with faculties and other central administration areas. STEM Advancement is one of the clusters with a focus on supporting the strategic goals of the Faculties of Science, Engineering and Information Technology, and Architecture, Building and Planning with expertise in fund-raising and stakeholder engagement.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe 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 barrier-free 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 Tucker - 0416 888 299 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to [email protected]. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If 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 [email protected].

Working at the University - what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
  
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
  

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at [email protected], ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: 25 June 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-000172 Senior Development Manager Candidate Pack.pdf