Strategic Projects Lead, Philanthropy

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

The University of Sydney's Advancement Portfolio is seeking an experienced strategic project leader to drive planning, review and development initiatives that strengthen philanthropic growth and revenue opportunities across the University.

This 6-month fixed-term contract reports to the Director, Principal Gifts and focuses on reviewing and shaping the future direction of the International Foundations program, building frameworks, governance and recommendations to support decision making.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading strategic reviews, transformation programs or planning initiatives.
• Ability to develop frameworks, operating models and business cases.
• Strong project management across multiple workstreams and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for executive reports and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic reviews, planning initiatives and organisational development projects across Advancement.
• Review University’s International Foundations program and develop growth recommendations.
• Design frameworks and methodologies to assess opportunities and priorities.
• Conduct environmental scanning and analysis to inform evidence-based recommendations.
• Develop governance structures, implementation frameworks and business cases for decision making.
• Produce high-quality reports and briefing papers for senior leaders.
• Build relationships across Advancement and the broader University to drive collaboration.

Skills

Strategic project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Change management

Job description

The University of Sydney's Advancement Portfolio is seeking an experienced strategic project leader to drive planning, review and development initiatives that strengthen philanthropic growth and revenue opportunities across the University.

This 6-month fixed-term contract reports to the Director, Principal Gifts and focuses on reviewing and shaping the future direction of the International Foundations program, building frameworks, governance and recommendations to support decision making.