locations

Camperdown Campus

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 3 Days Ago

job requisition id

0152942

• Full time, continuing position located on Camperdown Campus on Gadigal Country
• Tap into your fundraising expertise to drive initiatives that enhance STEM
• Base salary $162,528 plus 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

A career defining opportunity for a senior development professional to play a lead role building fundraising revenue through developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program with a major gift’s focus.

This position works closely with the Director Development (STEMB) to identify and develop fundraising priorities and strategies within the STEM portfolio, supporting the continued growth of a high-performing major gifts program.

You will play a key role in the campaign and build on several established relationships with a strong trajectory of major and principal gifts, secure gifts of $1 million+, and achieve significant, ambitious personal fundraising targets.

The University of Sydney's science and engineering community is tackling some of the world's most complex challenges. From advancing quantum technologies and artificial intelligence to driving breakthroughs in health, sustainability, climate resilience, agriculture and space, our researchers are delivering discoveries that improve lives, strengthen communities and shape a more sustainable future.

Philanthropy plays an increasingly important role in accelerating this work, enabling bold ideas, transformative research and the next generation of scientific leaders.

About you

The University values trust, accountability and excellence and as such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Deputy Director of Development, STEM who has:

• substantial background in major gift fundraising, with a demonstrated ability to identify and negotiate $1 million plus gift opportunities
• a strong track record of achievement and meeting stretch financial targets
• demonstrated relationship building and strong leadership skills with the ability to engage internal and external stakeholders
• experience leading a team of 2 or more and can manage and drive team performance supporting the team targets as well as developing and owning an individual major gifts pipeline
• highly developed emotional intelligence – self-aware with exceptional interpersonal skills
• the ability to work autonomously and is naturally a high-achiever and driven by success both professionally and personally
• demonstrated mentoring/coaching of junior development colleagues
• superior time-management, prioritisation and organisation skills.
• an understanding of, and is passionate about, health or mental health related issues.

About us

The Advancement team at the University of Sydney is one of the most successful fundraising programs in Australian higher education. Having completed the nation’s first $1BN fundraising campaign and embarking on the next, the team is not only the finest performing, its success facilitates the largest real-world impact that philanthropic giving makes possible.

Since our inception 160 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach philanthropy and underpin our long-term strategy for excellence and growth. We’re Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Across our campuses, we employ over 7600 academic and non-academic staff who support over 60,000 students.

Working in the Advancement team at the University you will be part of a portfolio that raises funds for scholarships, cutting edge research and makes a real and substantial contribution to the improvement of the University, and the wider world. You will be joining a world-class team that cares deeply about making a difference and is both creative and evidence-led when it comes to improving performance. This is the power of Philanthropy.

Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Sade Mintah, Recruitment Operations by email to sade.mintah@sydney.edu.au

Applications Close

Thursday 09 July 2026 11:59 PM