Manager, Donor Relations

The Australian National University; Canberra; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University invites applications for the role of Manager, Donor Relations. This pivotal leadership position oversees the donor stewardship framework to support the university's fundraising goals and strengthens ties with supporters.

You will supervise two Senior Donor Relations Officers and a Donor Relations Officer, working with colleagues across ANU and Advancement to recognise and thank donors through communications and events. A strong governance mindset is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a specialised Donor Relations team, delivering donor stewardship and engagement programs to the University's supporters
• Serve as a point of contact for donors and stakeholders, strengthening relationships between ANU and its philanthropic community
• Collaborate with colleagues across ANU and ANU Advancement to celebrate, recognise and thank the university's supporters through communications and events

Job description

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)
Salary package: $124,392 - $133,017 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-Time Continuing

Position Description and Selection Criteria, please visit the official ANU Jobs website to download the document : http://jobs.anu.edu.au/cw/en/job/563890?lApplicationSubSourceID=

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• Lead a specialised Donor Relations team, delivering donor stewardship and engagement programs to the University's supporters
• Serve as a point of contact for donors and stakeholders, strengthening relationships between ANU and its philanthropic community
• Collaborate with colleagues across ANU and ANU Advancement to celebrate, recognise and thank the university's supporters through communications and events

Position overview

The Manager, Donor Relations is responsible for operational leadership and delivery of the donor stewardship framework in support of the Australian National University’s strategic fundraising goals. Leading the Donor Relations team, the position is responsible for designing and delivering programs that steward donors, support accountability, communicate the impact of philanthropy, and help to strengthen relationships between the University and its donor community. The Manager will also provide strategic support and advice to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. This position supervises two Senior Donor Relations Officers and a Donor Relations Officer.

For further information, please contact Liz Williams, Acting Associate Director, Philanthropic Governance & Impact, E: [e-mail].

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [e-mail]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.