"Senior Development Manager"

Job Description:

• Build high value philanthropic partnerships to accelerate STEMM discovery, social impact and education opportunities that shape UWA’s future.
• Be a part of a mission driven team advancing major gifts and strategic fundraising success.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $134,288 – $142,099 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Development and Alumni Relations [DAR] oversees the University’s alumni, philanthropic and community strategies. The function works collaboratively across the University to embed philanthropic and engagement activity into the University’s operations. The core responsibility of the team is to lead and build on the University’s alumni, donor and community relations to advance the University’s goals.

About the opportunity

• Build and steward a sophisticated portfolio of major donors, Trusts and Foundations and philanthropic partners whose investment drives research breakthroughs, student opportunity and community benefit across UWA’s STEMM priorities.
• Lead and mentor the Development team supporting STEMM philanthropy, fostering a collaborative and high performing culture while crafting compelling cases for support that secure significant philanthropic investment.
• Partner closely with senior academic leaders to translate complex research into donor ready opportunities that address global challenges, deliver measurable social impact and elevate UWA’s reputation as a world leading research institution.

About you

• An experienced philanthropy professional who brings strategic leadership, relationship excellence and deep knowledge of fundraising in research intensive environments.
• Extensive experience securing major, principal and Trusts and Foundations investment, ideally within a large and complex organisation.
• An aptitude for navigating STEMM research environments and translating academic work into compelling philanthropic propositions aligned to social impact outcomes.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and inspire fundraisers to achieve ambitious goals.
• Strong understanding of Australian fundraising legislation and familiarity with international and national trends shaping philanthropic giving.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to travel intrastate, interstate, and overseas as needed, and attend programs and functions outside normal business hours.

Position description: PD - Senior Development Manager (522156).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Kamyra Laurenson at kamyra.laurenson@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Saturday, 17 January 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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