Associate Director, Law Development – Major Gifts

Centre for Continuing Education; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney is seeking an Associate Director of Development, Law to lead major gifts fundraising and grow the donor pipeline in support of the School of Law’s priorities. You will identify and engage high net-worth prospects, align their interests with strategic priorities, and solicit gifts of $100,000 or more.

The role requires exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, plus demonstrated resilience in a fast-paced environment and a commitment to diversity and

Qualifications

• Experience in major gifts fundraising.
• Proven track record of meeting financial targets.
• Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work autonomously but also speak up and ask for help.
• Demonstrated relationship-building and strong communication skills with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly developed emotional intelligence with excellent interpersonal skills.
• High-achiever driven by success.
• Excellent time-management, prioritisation and organisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate and negotiate $100,000+ gift opportunities.
• Engage high net-worth donor prospects and align interests to strategic priorities.
• Solicit multiple gifts and grow the donor pipeline.
• Build relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Skills

Major gifts fundraising

Donor prospect identification

Relationship building

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Time management

Autonomy

Stakeholder management

Job description

The University of Sydney is seeking an Associate Director of Development, Law to lead major gifts fundraising and grow the donor pipeline in support of the School of Law’s priorities. You will identify and engage high net-worth prospects, align their interests with strategic priorities, and solicit gifts of $100,000 or more.

The role requires exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, plus demonstrated resilience in a fast-paced environment and a commitment to diversity and