External Engagement Director

1 week ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia beBeeCareer Full time
Job Opportunity

**Job Title:** External Engagement Manager

We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our external engagement, philanthropy, and stakeholder initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to drive impact in a high-profile role that connects with alumni, industry, government, and the broader community.

This position requires a strategic and energetic individual who can develop and execute external engagement plans to meet organisational priorities. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in external relations, partnerships, program delivery, fundraising, and events.

  • In close collaboration with the Head of Engagement and Impact and leadership, lead delivery of the strategic direction of all external engagement projects and key fundraising activities.
  • Coordinate and lead key 'community building' activities and programs within the College.
  • Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team covering events, sponsorship, philanthropy, industry, and alumni.
  • Support the organisation to build a philanthropic strategy and manage a small portfolio of long-term relationships that deepen their philanthropic investment and engagement.
  • Manage corporate sponsorships including negotiation of new opportunities.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • A relevant tertiary degree with extensive management expertise and relevant experience or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training, and/or experience in a relevant discipline.
  • Demonstrated capacity to develop and execute external engagement plans, to meet the priorities identified by the organisation; evidence of successfully improving an organisation's profile via external engagement activities.
  • Ability to work in a highly adaptable and consultative manner, working in a collaborative way to deliver successful outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to solicit and close substantial gifts.
  • Evidence of success in building and maintaining strong relationships with senior staff, influential donors, or alumni, and external organisations for successful fundraising and/or engagement outcomes.
  • Ability to lead, motivate, and train a diverse team.
Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being, including:

  • Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
  • Additional three days leave during December festive period
  • Career development opportunities
  • Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
  • Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
  • Free gym access
  • Our commitment to Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places, and Healthy Culture

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