"Ref 3550/24 Development Officer, Stewardship & Donor Relations, Office of Engagement and Advancement"

• Full-Time, Fixed-Term Position until 30 January 2025
• Remuneration: $94,265 to $106,603 p.a. | Includes 17% Superannuation & Leave
• Based at Western’s Parramatta South Campus
• Unlock your potential with WSU: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, work from home options (up to 2 days per week), development opportunities and more!

About Western Sydney University

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence.

Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry. The University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at ‘World Standard’ or above. In 2022, 2023, and 2024 the University was placed 1st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings.

Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.

About the Office of Engagement and Advancement

The Office of Engagement and Advancement leads activity and strategy to develop philanthropic fundraising revenue, engaging with various University stakeholders and fostering relationships for the University. It works to ensure that a strong culture of philanthropic giving advances its teaching, learning and research agendas.

The Office of Engagement and Advancement provides leadership and advocacy to the University’s Executive, Foundation Executive, UWS Hawkesbury Foundation Board and the University’s staff and students on issues and strategies that affect the University's opportunity to raise funds through donations.

About the Opportunity

Join our Office of Engagement and Advancement team, where we are deeply committed to fostering philanthropic growth and cultivating meaningful connections within our University community. We are currently seeking a dedicated Development Officer to provide critical capacity and support in our Donor Relations and Advancement Services endeavours.

As part of our Donor Relations and Advancement Services team, you'll play a pivotal role in nurturing relationships with donors, ensuring ongoing support for our university's vital programs.

Working closely with the Development team and the Donor Relations team, and under the direction of the Annual Giving Manager, you will coordinate and assist with activities and events that strengthen and manage the University’s relationships with our donors through specialised and frequent contact including acknowledging, thanking, reporting and recognising donors for their gifts and demonstrating the impact of their giving on the University’s students, staff and researchers - with a particular focus on events, scholarships, donor experience and impact reporting.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position until 30 January 2025. The position is based at Western’s Parramatta South Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. Please review the position description for further information.

Who we’re looking for

We are seeking a dynamic individual with a relevant degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, or administration, within a higher education or fundraising environment.

The ideal candidate will have excellent written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to engage effectively with high-level donors, alumni, and university leaders. The successful candidate will have a proven ability to follow established protocols, a strong commitment to teamwork, and the capability to work independently while consistently meeting deadlines. A dedication to exceptional customer service, confidentiality, and a solid understanding of relationship development principles are crucial.

The successful candidate will also have strong organisational and time management skills, with proficiency in office software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint., as well as experience in coordinating with agencies for design, printing, and event management is advantageous. Experience with the Raiser’s Edge donor relationship management database is highly desirable.

If you’re a talented events and marketing professional with a flair for creativity, experience in donor, alumni or customer relations, we encourage you to apply and use your skills to make a real difference in advancing our university’s mission.

Culture

Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.

Benefits & Perks

At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

• Flexible work arrangements & work from home options (up to 2 days per week)
• Professional development opportunities
• Multi-Campus opportunities
• Access to staff benefits – e.g. health and fitness programs such as fitness passport, café and restaurant deals, and many other goods and services

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the selection criteria in your application. Don't miss this chance to work at Western Sydney University, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference!

Remuneration Package:  HEW Level 5 $94,265 to $106,603 p.a. (comprising Salary of $79,655 to $90,081 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Ray Villarica via email  r.villarica@westernsydney.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 1st September 2024

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility

You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.