Senior Development Manager

About the position

La Trobe University is on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate Senior Development Manager to join our esteemed Alumni and Advancement Office. This pivotal role is at the heart of our philanthropic endeavors, driving fundraising and engagement initiatives to support research and scholarships that have a real-world impact.

As a Senior Development Manager, you'll leverage your expertise to cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals, inspiring philanthropic support for La Trobe's groundbreaking research and scholarship programs. You'll strategize, develop, and manage comprehensive fundraising campaigns, ensuring alignment with our university's ambitious goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of major gift prospects.
• Design and implement innovative cultivation and stewardship strategies.
• Collaborate across departments to identify and develop funding opportunities.
• Lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in philanthropic fundraising or related fields.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a knack for building meaningful relationships.
• Strategic thinker with strong project management abilities.
• Commitment to La Trobe's values of inclusivity, innovation, and excellence.

Joining La Trobe means being part of a community that's dedicated to making a difference. You will work alongside talented individuals focused on transforming the lives of our students, partners, and the broader community.

If you're ready to contribute to a better future and build a rewarding career at La Trobe University, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become part of our journey to excellence.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

La Trobe University’s success is driven by people who are committed to making a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia’s research leaders, and the largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria. 

How to apply

Closing date: Thursday 11th April 2024, at 11:55pm

Position Enquiries:  Josie Haddrick, Director of Philanthropy E. [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries:  Melissa Magaton, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner E. [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD - Senior Development Manager.pdf

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume;

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.