Head of Advancement

Presbyterian Ladies' College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite staff parking

Salary packaging options

Ongoing professional development

Joan Montgomery sports/fitness centre

Job summary

Presbyterian Ladies’ College in Burwood, Melbourne, invites applications for Head of Advancement. This full-time, 5-year fixed term role reports to the Principal and sits on the Senior Executive Team.

You will shape our advancement strategy, strengthen connections with students, families, alumnae, donors and the broader community, and lead a high-performing team. The role focuses on growing philanthropic support, enhancing the College’s profile and reputation, and driving initiatives that align

Qualifications

• Requires a relevant tertiary qualification and experience leading an Advancement function.
• Experience within education or a similar environment is preferred.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships that grow philanthropic engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Advancement function to strengthen relationships across the College community.
• Shape and deliver a contemporary advancement strategy aligned with the College's vision.
• Drive initiatives that support long-term growth, sustainability and profile.
• Lead a professional team focused on service, engagement and relationship management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Full time

18h ago , from Is Recruit - Independent Schools

Shape an Advancement strategy that supports our College’s future aspirations

Build meaningful relationships with donors, alumnae, families and the wider community

Full-time, 5-year fixed term role, located at our beautiful campus in Burwood

Presbyterian Ladies’ College (PLC) is a leading ELC to Year 12 Christian independent day and boarding school with a focus on the development of the whole person that includes an outstanding academic tradition, aninternational outlook and strong pastoral and co-curricular programs.

THE ROLE

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a leading independent girls’ school as Head of Advancement, and play a pivotal role in shaping our future.

Reporting to the Principal and serving as a member of the Senior Executive Team, this is an influential leadership position responsible for strengthening relationships across the College community, enhancing the College's profile and reputation, and driving initiatives that support long-term growth and sustainability.

The role offers the opportunity to shape and deliver a contemporary advancement strategy that aligns with the College's vision and values while leading a highly professional team committed to excellence in service, engagement and relationship management.

The successful candidate will work closely with students, families, alumnae, donors, staff and key stakeholders to foster engagement, grow philanthropic support and create meaningful connections with the College.

Please see the attached Position Description and Candidate Pack to learn more about the role, and take a moment to discover what makes the PLC community so special here

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will hold a relevant tertiary qualification and have experience leading an Advancement function, ideally within education or a similar environment.

You will have experience leading and mentoring diverse teams, with a demonstrated ability to build meaningful relationships that grow philanthropic engagement and support, and inspire a culture of giving.

You are a values-driven professional with a genuine commitment to education and the College’s mission, bringing strategic thinking, strong communication skills, sound judgement and integrity, and the ability to manage complex projects and stakeholder relationships with confidence, flexibility and care.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT PLC

beautiful school grounds set on 16 hectares in a parkland setting, providing a picturesque and peaceful environment for students and staff to learn and socialise

onsite staff parking, plus easy access to public transport and major arterials

generous leave entitlements

opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development

access to salary packaging options

access to state-of-the-art resources and spaces, including our Joan Montgomery sports, aquatic and fitness centre

free coffee on Wednesdays

and more…

Applications close 9am Friday 4 December 2026. Interviews will be scheduled shortly following the closing date.

All staff must commit to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards. The successful applicant will be required to hold and maintain an Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC) and undertake a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

PLC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all of its staff, where they feel welcomed, safe and respected.