Donor Relations Officer

Donor Relations Officer

Donor Relations Officer

• 562328
• Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
• Fixed Term
• Closing at: Jun 1 2026 - 23:55 AEST

Classification: ANU Officer 5 (Administration)

Salary package: $87,570 - $95,530 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term: Full time, Fixed Term (until May 2027)

• Serve as the first 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 Donor Relations Officer provides the welcoming first point of contact for donor enquiries and plays a pivotal role in managing the University’s donor acknowledgement program. A key member of the specialised Donor Relations team, this role thrives on collaboration with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders, including Philanthropy staff engaged in fundraising and stewardship activities, donors and benefactors, students, and alumni. The Donor Relations Officer provides proactive and responsive support, ensuring the delivery of donor relations and stewardship activities. This includes supporting impactful events and experiences, and crafting effective communications that strengthen and celebrate the relationships between the University and its supporters.

Candidates with strong interpersonal and administrative skills, phone etiquette and call management, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset are encouraged to apply.

For further information please contact Merryn Lloyd, Manager, Donor Relations: merryn.lloyd@anu.edu.au

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A maximum three-page statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not include a statement (max. 3 pages) addressing the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.