Associate Director of Development

1 week ago

Bundoora, Australia La Trobe University Full time

**Work type**:Continuing

Are you an experienced fundraising professional with a passion for driving meaningful impact through philanthropy? La Trobe University invites you to join our Advancement team as an **Associate Director, Development**.

This pivotal leadership role is central to the success of La Trobe’s _Make Your Impact Campaign_, aimed at fostering transformative change through community engagement and philanthropy. If you thrive on strategic thinking, relationship-building, and empowering high-performing teams, this could be your next career move.

**What You’ll Do**
- Lead and manage a front-line fundraising team of eight, guiding initiatives that align with La Trobe’s strategic vision.
- Oversee a portfolio of 50-70 major and principal gift donors, focusing on transformative philanthropic partnerships.
- Collaborate closely with senior University leaders and the broader Advancement team to drive campaign success.
- Provide leadership in cultivating a supportive and innovative team culture.

**What We’re Looking For**
- Proven success in major gift fundraising at the $500,000+ level.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing performance and development in teams.
- Outstanding interpersonal, negotiation, and communication abilities.
- Deep understanding of fundraising principles and advancement program management in complex organizations.
- A postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in fundraising or a related field.

**Why Join Us?**
- Collaborate with exceptional colleagues at an innovative, global university.
- Contribute to impactful campaigns that transform lives and communities.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a supportive workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and social justice.
- Thrive on our vibrant Melbourne (Bundoora) campus, fostering connections between industry, students, and academics.

**Ready to Make an Impact?**
Join La Trobe University in shaping the future of philanthropy and community engagement. to become a leader in our transformative journey.

**Position Description**:PD-Associate Director, Development.docx**
- **An up to date resume; and**:

- **A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the position description.**

**Closing date**:Sunday 13th of January

**How to apply**

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**

**_ 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_**.

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