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Development Officer, Future Giving

UNSW Sydney
Sydney, AUS
Full-time
Mid
Onsite
AUD 118483-128233 yearly / year
Discovered 1 weeks ago

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Why Your Role Matters

  • The Division of Societal Impact, Equity and Engagement connects UNSW with core stakeholders including philanthropists, alumni, government, volunteers, the media and the broader community.
  • As the Development Officer, Future Giving, you will proactively support the Development team to help build UNSW’s fundraising program. You will implement strategies to achieve significant philanthropic revenue targets and manage a portfolio of approximately 100 planned and major gift prospects, with a focus on cultivating and soliciting major and planned gifts in support of the University’s highest fundraising priorities.
  • The role reports to the Senior Development Manager, Future Giving and has no direct reports.

Responsibilities Summary

  • Support the philanthropic strategy for the Faculty/Division to achieve agreed strategies and targets.
  • Work collaboratively with the Development team and support the future giving program by providing advice, information and support to the Faculty/Division.
  • Build and manage a portfolio of approximately 100 planned and major gift prospects, developing strong and sustainable relationships to identify and deepen their interest in UNSW.
  • Prepare proposals, solicitation letters and cultivation and stewardship materials for planned gift prospects and donors.
  • Collaborate with development colleagues and academic leaders to develop gift ideas and strategies and foster productive relationships for UNSW.
  • Liaise with the Donor Services & Estates Officer on realised bequests and work with external stakeholders, UNSW Legal Counsel and Finance.
  • Develop and implement an annual work plan to maximise effectiveness and meet activity targets, including prospect visits and dollar goals.
  • Maintain excellent data records and tracking reports for planned gift prospects and donors, and provide high-quality advice and support to colleagues.
  • For more information regarding the responsibilities for this role, please refer to the Position Description at JOBS@UNSW.

Skills and Experience Summary

  • Support the philanthropic strategy for the Faculty/Division to achieve agreed strategies and targets.
  • Work collaboratively with the Development team and support the future giving program by providing advice, information and support to the Faculty/Division.
  • Build and manage a portfolio of approximately 100 planned and major gift prospects, developing strong and sustainable relationships to identify and deepen their interest in UNSW.
  • Prepare proposals, solicitation letters and cultivation and stewardship materials for planned gift prospects and donors.
  • Collaborate with development colleagues and academic leaders to develop gift ideas and strategies and foster productive relationships for UNSW.
  • Liaise with the Donor Services & Estates Officer on realised bequests and work with external stakeholders, UNSW Legal Counsel and Finance.
  • Develop and implement an annual work plan to maximise effectiveness and meet activity targets, including prospect visits and dollar goals.
  • Maintain excellent data records and tracking reports for planned gift prospects and donors, and provide high-quality advice and support to colleagues.

Benefits and Culture

  • People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
  • Career development opportunities
  • 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
  • Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
  • Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

How to Apply

  • Submit your CV along with a 1-2 page cover letter addressing your suitability for the role in relation to each the selection criteria (listed under ‘skills & experience’ on the PD) via the application portal before 11:30pm on the 5th of November.
  • A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW. Get in Touch: For queries regarding the recruitment process, contact Lucy Gerondis, Talent Acquisition Partner, UNSW: [email protected]
  • Applications sent via email will not be accepted, please apply via the application portal. Pre-Employment Checks : As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
  • UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
  • The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Requirements

  • Support the philanthropic strategy for the Faculty/Division to achieve agreed strategies and targets.
  • Work collaboratively with the Development team and support the future giving program by providing advice, information and support to the Faculty/Division.
  • Build and manage a portfolio of approximately 100 planned and major gift prospects, developing strong and sustainable relationships to identify and deepen their interest in UNSW.
  • Prepare proposals, solicitation letters and cultivation and stewardship materials for planned gift prospects and donors.
  • Collaborate with development colleagues and academic leaders to develop gift ideas and strategies and foster productive relationships for UNSW.
  • Liaise with the Donor Services & Estates Officer on realised bequests and work with external stakeholders, UNSW Legal Counsel and Finance.
  • Develop and implement an annual work plan to maximise effectiveness and meet activity targets, including prospect visits and dollar goals.
  • Maintain excellent data records and tracking reports for planned gift prospects and donors, and provide high-quality advice and support to colleagues.

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