Database Officer, Advancement

Bond University; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff car parking

Flexible work / work from home

Parental leave (18/26 weeks)

Salary packaging options (FBT & Non-FB

Leave loading 17.5%

Employee Assistance Program

Study assistance for staff and depend…

Corporate discounts

Onsite Medical Centre & Counselling

Onsite Sports Centre

Job summary

Bond University seeks a Database Officer, Advancement, to advise and influence senior management on Raisers Edge (RE) NXT solutions and implement them to support fundraising, communication and donor engagement objectives aligned with the University’s strategic plan. You will help grow philanthropic income and support development of best practice processes across the university.

The role focuses on data hygiene, Raisers Edge usage, and collaboration with fundraisers to advance Bond’s fundraising

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline or relevant experience in a previous position.
• Proven ability in managing a CRM database or similar.
• High accuracy, attention to detail and discretion with confidential information.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• Experience with Raisers Edge NXT (or similar) and in tertiary education or fundraising is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Advise senior management on Raisers Edge NXT solutions and implement them to support fundraising, communication and donor engagement objectives.
• Help grow philanthropic income by supporting the Advancement Services team.
• Support development of best practice philanthropic framework across the University.
• Manage data hygiene and Raisers Edge usage to enable fundraisers.

Skills

CRM experience

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Communication skills

Organised / time management

Raisers Edge NXT experience

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Raisers Edge NXT

Job description

As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• Join a team delivering data-driven support to colleagues, alumni and donors.
• Manage alumni and donor data ethically to support philanthropy and engagement.
• Salary commences at $85,707.07 per annum, plus 12% superannuation

Database Officer, Advancement
Office of Advancement
Full-time, Continuing Appointment

Position Reference No:201413572

Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free staff car parking
• Access to flexible work/work from home arrangements#
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• 17.5% of base salary leave loading
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependents#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

About the Position

Bond University seeks a Database Officer, Advancement to advise and influence senior management on Raisers Edge (RE) NXT solutions and implement them to support fundraising, communication and donor engagement objectives aligned with the University’s strategic plan. As part of the Advancement Services team, you will help grow philanthropic income.

Bond is committed to advancing its donor and prospective donor engagement with key stakeholders, and strengthening its connections with business and professional leaders, corporations, and trusts and foundations. The Database Officer will support the University’s development and fundraising activities by managing data hygiene and Raisers Edge usage which will best enable the fundraisers to significantly grow the University’s philanthropic culture and income.

The Development Officer will support the development of the best practice philanthropic framework across the University and implementing the processes necessary to underpin the fundraising and development strategy.

About the person

The successful candidate will be an advancement professional with a sound understanding of data, ready to help deliver tangible results in this varied and exciting role.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Degree in a relevant discipline or relevant experience in a previous position;
• Proven ability in managing a CRM database or similar.
• High accuracy, attention to detail and discretion with confidential information.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• Experience with Raisers Edge NXT (or similar) and in tertiary education or fundraising is highly regarded.

Salary details

The salary for the position commences at $85,707.07 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.

Additional information

Position-related enquiries can be directed to Mr Duane Kelaart, Head of Advancement Services,********@bond.edu.au, 07 5595 1***.

Applications close: 11:59pm, Monday, 23 November 2026

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Pre-employment checks: Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks (including working rights verification, reference checks and a certified copy of your highest qualification). In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence 2025, preferred candidates must complete a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Declaration, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon the University’s review of the declaration. For more information, please visit our website via this link:Applying for Jobs at Bond

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Workplace Agreement (BWA).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity.In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

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