Arts & Culture Development Director — Major Gifts Leader

University of Sydney

Camperdown

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Sydney's Advancement portfolio seeks a Director of Development (Arts and Culture) to lead fundraising across the Arts & Culture portfolio, including the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University Schools, and Museums. The role focuses on major gifts, donor cultivation, and team development to advance the University’s philanthropy goals.

With a track record of closing $1M+ gifts and strategic fundraising insight, you will collaborate with academic leadership to grow a

Qualifications

Extensive background in fundraising with proven ability to close major gifts.
Strong leadership experience mentoring and motivating teams.
Strategic thinking with robust fundraising strategy knowledge.
Proven ability to establish and maintain high-level donor relationships.

Responsibilities

Lead fundraising across the Arts & Culture portfolio in collaboration with Faculty and Schools.
Close gifts of $1M+ and drive significant major/principal gifts.
Grow and develop a high-performing Development Officer team.
Provide strategic, tactical fundraising advice to academic leadership.
Foster a culture of philanthropy across the Faculty and Schools.