Manager, Advancement
University of Melbourne -Melbourne School of Engineering
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Competitive salary and benefits
The University of Melbourne is a leading international University with a tradition of excellence in teaching and research. Melbourne’s outstanding performance in international rankings puts it at the forefront of higher education in the Asia-Pacific region and the world, consistently being ranked by the THES among the world’s top 50 universities, most recently at 28. As part of its ambitious ‘Growing Esteem’ strategy, Melbourne aspires to be a public-spirited and internationally-engaged institution, broadening its contribution to society through research, learning, teaching and engagement.
Melbourne School of Engineering is Australia’s leading provider of engineering and IT education. The School’s interdisciplinary and cutting-edge research seeks to address some of society’s critical problems, such as water resource management, infrastructure protection, sustainable energy and targeted drug delivery for cancer treatment. Other key projects include: the bionic eye; the sustainable city; artificial skin and the green internet.
In support of its aspirations for the future, the School seeks a new Manager, Advancement to drive the development and implementation of fundraising strategy and provide leadership and direction for fundraising initiatives. The postholder will play a lead role in the articulation and ongoing refinement of the School’s case for support. He or she will also manage important relationships with the Melbourne School of Engineering Foundation Board, as well as other industry leaders.
Your track record in securing major philanthropic gifts from individuals and organisations is matched by your highly developed interpersonal and relationship building skills and the ability to motivate and manage a small team of advancement professionals. You will have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team within a complex environment. A strong affinity with and passion for science and technology and the University’s mission, together with an ability to champion this mission both externally and internally will be key.
To discuss this exciting opportunity further, please contact Olivia Passmore, Consultant, Richmond Associates, Australia Office on +61 (0)2 9258 1932 or by email at opassmore@richmond-associates.com via the Apply button below. Further information can also be downloaded from the Richmond Associates website at www.richmond-associates.com.
Closing date for applications: Monday 27 May 2013
