Development Associate - Major Gifts & Donor Relations

The University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney is seeking a Development Associate in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences to secure philanthropic investment and grow the donor pipeline. You will identify new prospective donors, align their interests with university priorities, and solicit multiple gifts over 100,000 AUD to support projects across portfolios.

This role emphasizes relationship building across diverse cultures, excellent communication, and high integrity in how donor data is handled.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for compelling proposals.
• Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive approach with high personal drive.
• Ability to handle data confidentially and with integrity.
• Passion for biomedical, healthcare or medical research sectors.

Responsibilities

• Secure philanthropic investment to support projects and programs.
• Identify new prospective donors and grow the donor pipeline.
• Engage high net-worth prospects and align interests with university priorities.
• Solicit gifts of $100,000 or more across portfolios.

Skills

Relationship builder

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Active listener

Proactive work ethic

High-achiever

Confidentiality & integrity

Job description

The University of Sydney is seeking a Development Associate in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences to secure philanthropic investment and grow the donor pipeline. You will identify new prospective donors, align their interests with university priorities, and solicit multiple gifts over 100,000 AUD to support projects across portfolios.

This role emphasizes relationship building across diverse cultures, excellent communication, and high integrity in how donor data is handled.