Job Description
We are seeking a Development Manager to join our Alumni Relations & Development (ARD) team and connect our vital work to our individual donors, corporate sponsors, and charitable partners. The position's main purpose is to raise philanthropic funds for undergraduate scholarships through the effective development and implementation of a coordinated and integrated Philanthropic Scholarships Plan.Developing and managing relationships with individual prospects and corporate partners to secure significant philanthropic gifts for scholarships will be a key focus. Leveraging your interpersonal skills, you will effectively engage and steward donors, ensuring their contributions are acknowledged and valued. By collaborating with our Associate Director Development, senior leaders, and the ARD team, you will provide a comprehensive programme of recognition and engagement for major donors. Managing a portfolio of scholarship donors will be an essential part of the role.
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
Curiosity, to connect widely and seek to understand, and an openness to adapt your approach and offerings to match our donors interests.Excellent record keeping, report writing, and responsiveness to emails and calls.An understanding of the tertiary environment, in the form of a Bachelors degree or relevant tertiary qualification/work experience.
Experience
Previous fundraising experience or experience in building relationships with corporate partners and high net worth individuals.Marketing, sales, and customer relations experience with demonstrable experience of hitting targets and meeting financial requirements.Excellent interpersonal relationship-building skills, happy to host events and engage with a varied group of stakeholders.
