Major Gifts Development Manager

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous parental leave

17% employer superannuation

Salary packaging

Incremental progression

Discount on UWA courses

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Western Australia is seeking an experienced major gifts fundraiser to lead a portfolio of high-value donors and secure gifts of $100,000+ to support university priorities. You will tailor fundraising projects, draft proposals, and engage with alumni, corporate partners, and foundations, while collaborating with DAR colleagues to maximize donor impact and long-term relationships.

Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills are essential, with proven

Qualifications

• Experience implementing major gift fundraising programs.
• Proven ability to identify, cultivate and secure major gifts from high-net-worth donors.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of major and prospective donors, securing 100k+ gifts.
• Lead tailored fundraising projects, proposals and engagement activities.
• Support the full donor lifecycle—from identification through to stewardship.

Skills

Major gift fundraising

Donor cultivation

Communication

Team collaboration

Relationship building

CRM systems

MS Office

Tools

CRM systems

MS Office

Job description

The University of Western Australia is seeking an experienced major gifts fundraiser to lead a portfolio of high-value donors and secure gifts of $100,000+ to support university priorities. You will tailor fundraising projects, draft proposals, and engage with alumni, corporate partners, and foundations, while collaborating with DAR colleagues to maximize donor impact and long-term relationships.

Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills are essential, with proven