Position Number: 0060828
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Advancement, Communications and Marketing
Salary: UOM 10 – $149,670p.a. plus 17% super
- Lead high-impact philanthropic strategy / Collaborate with world-renowned researchers / Drive global pandemic preparedness
- Apply now to spearhead fundraising initiatives for cutting-edge pandemic therapeutics research
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
As the Associate Director of Philanthropy for the Cumming Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics (CGCPT), you'll play a pivotal role in driving philanthropic efforts for this world-class research centre, housed at The Peter Doherty Centre for Infection and Immunity. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, Infectious Disease & Immunity, you will drive fundraising strategy, cultivate major donors, secure gifts of six and seven figures and foster collaboration with senior academic and professional colleagues. With expertise in high-value philanthropy, you will oversee donor engagement, strategic planning, and potentially build a small team to support CGCPT’s fundraising goals. This role requires exceptional relationship management, strategic insight, and the ability to influence key stakeholders.
Your responsibilities will include:
Develop a Strategic Philanthropy Plan: Contribute to the creation of and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for CGCPT, ensuring alignment with the Centre’s bold vision and $1.5 billion funding goal.
Manage High-Value Donor Relationships: Cultivate and steward a portfolio of 50-70 major donors capable of six and seven-figure gifts.
Lead Collaborative Efforts: Work closely with CGCPT, The Doherty Institute, and University leadership to drive philanthropic success.
Provide Expert Guidance: Offer strategic insights and practice leadership to senior staff on CGCPT Advancement strategy.
Who we are looking for
You are an experienced fundraising professional with a proven track record in major gift solicitation, possessing exceptional leadership skills and the ability to develop and implement strategic philanthropic plans in a complex academic or medical research environment.
You will also have:
- Extensive experience in major gifts fundraising.
- Possess a strong track record in securing six and seven-figure donations.
- Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with high-level stakeholders.
- Have experience in campaign planning and delivery, preferably in higher education or medical research.
- Excel at providing leadership and direction to staff and volunteer leaders.
- Be skilled in developing and managing budgets and operational plans for large-scale philanthropy projects.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Advancement, Communications and Marketing
The Vice-President (Advancement, Communications and Marketing) leads the Advancement, Communications and Marketing team. Advancement works with colleagues across the University and its affiliates to facilitate mutually beneficial relationships between the University and its alumni, friends and benefactors. Communications and Marketing formulates and leads strategies in support of the University of Melbourne’s overarching strategic plan, Advancing Melbourne.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
Please send your CV and cover letter to Kylie Kilmartin at kylie.kilmartin@shk.com.au.
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