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Development Manager – Division of Social Impact Equity & Engagement

• Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
• Duration: Continuing
• Remuneration: Level 8/9 $127,351 - $152,537 (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading
• Location: Kensington, NSW (hybrid)
  
  

Are you a motivated individual looking for a dynamic and rewarding working opportunity? We are seeking a driven person to join our team In this role, you'll help support our team while enjoying the flexibility to manage your own deliverables and responsibilities. If you're ready to take ownership and make a meaningful contribution, we want to hear from you

About UNSW

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community – a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It's the reason we're one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight.

We're guided by our ambitious UNSW Strategy: Progress for All, which sets out our vision to improve lives globally through partnerships, inclusive education, and world-leading research. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters

Since its foundation in 1949, UNSW Sydney has had a clear vision – "to improve lives globally, through innovative research, transformative education and commitment to a just society". Without the hard work of our Philanthropy Unit, all of UNSW's accomplishments would not be possible.

We are hiring a Development Manager to support the growth of UNSW's fundraising program. This is a great opportunity drive significant social impact in areas such as human rights, education, First Nations priorities and entrepreneurship. Reporting to the Head of Development, you will build and manage a personal portfolio of around 100 major gifts prospects to raise funds in partnership with the Faculties of Art, Design & Architecture, Law & Justice, and the School of Business.

You will be joining an established fundraising team, passionate about working with others to make a difference. While this role currently has no direct reports, you will also have the opportunity to mentor junior team members.

Skills And Experience

• Experience in major giving fundraising and securing high net worth gifts
• Significant relationship management and high interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to navigate complexity with integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• A passion for fundraising and making a difference
• Resilient, confident, collaborative and proactive with high emotional intelligence
• Experience writing proposals and achieving targets
• An engaging storyteller through various channels
  
  

For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on

Benefits And Culture

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our Benefits Include

• Flexible working options.
• Career development opportunities.
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments.
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness).
  
  

For further details on the benefits, please visit

How to Apply: Submit your CV & a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for the role (no more than one page) by 11.55pm 4th September 2025

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application.

Contact: Amy Denney - Talent Acquisition Team

Please apply directly through the website, applications sent to the contact above will not be accepted.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
• IndustriesHigher Education and Research Services

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