Development Manager (Faculty of Engineering)

Updated: 5 days ago
Location: Brisbane, QUEENSLAND
Deadline: 28 May 2024

  • $110,613 to $125,373
  • Ongoing, full-time
  • Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
  • Reference number: 24451
  • Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
  • Remuneration: $130,901 to $148,369 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $110,613 to $125,373 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
  • Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
  • Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. 

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Development Manager (Faculty of Engineering) to join Advancement Office, Business Development Portfolio, Chancellery Division.

QUT Advancement develops strong relationships with individuals and organisations to support our research and teaching priorities through philanthropic giving. As a member of the Advancement Office, the Development Manager plays a key role in working closely with the senior leadership of the faculty and key academics to source philanthropic opportunities from individuals, corporates, and trusts and foundations.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

Through engineering, architecture and urban development, we’re helping build a future that’s sustainable, healthy and technology-driven. Our programs focus on research and education that aim to improve the quality of life by developing advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence, architecture, construction, and manufacturing. We tackle real-world challenges such as natural disasters, overpopulation, and climate change by adapting and innovating infrastructure. We engage with various sectors including health, aerospace, transportation, agriculture, manufacturing, and mining. Our strong industry connections enable us to offer our students practical and relevant learning experiences, while our world-renowned researchers collaborate with partners to improve various systems in robotics, medical, mechanical, mining, food and beverages, oil and gas, energy, water, and sugar. Find out more.

What you need to succeed

  • Education, training and/or relevant experience to completion of a postgraduate degree with relevant experience in fundraising, business development or similar or an equivalent combination of experience / training.
  • Proven ability to take initiative and develop relationships that drive and deliver desired outcomes, preferably in meeting or exceeding income targets from effective fundraising or business development activities.
  • Demonstrated track record in relationship management and business development.
  • Highly developed communication skills including the ability to write effectively and persuasively for a wide range of audiences. Preferable experience in preparing fundraising proposals, writing fundraising agreements, designing plans, preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills with the demonstrated ability to work collegially and effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and represent QUT to these stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment as part of a high-performing team, and provide excellence in service provision.
  • Life at QUT

    We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

    • A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
    • Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
    • Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
    • Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
    • Leave loading of 17.5%. 
    • Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
    • Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
    • Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
    • Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
    • We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
    • Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

    In support of our

    Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

    , we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 


    We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

    see our commitment

    . If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  


    Job opens: 13-May-2024

    Applications Close: 28-May-2024 at 11.30pm

    Find out more and apply by clicking Apply or the link below.

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