Manager Gift Governance

1 week ago

Canberra, Australia Australian National University Full time

**Classification**: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)
**Salary package**: $115,511 - $123,519 per annum plus 17% superannuation
**Terms**: Full time, Continuing

**About the role**
This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced and enthusiastic team leader, looking to deliver in a dynamic role supporting the University’s philanthropic governance functions. The Manager, Gift Governance leads a small specialist team to provide gift standards, operations, compliance, and advisory services to a campus-wide client base.

In the Manager role, you will implement structures and processes that demonstrate the University’s accountability and impact to donors across the gift lifecycle. You will work collaboratively to provide donor-centric client services and deliver complex issue resolution, advice and support to guide the implementation of gift funds. The Manager ensures stakeholders are informed on matters relating to the governance and implementation of gift funds across the University; and works closely with a range of stakeholders engaged in fundraising and donor relations activities, finance, research and student administration staff.

**About us**

ANU Advancement provides leadership and support across the University in developing meaningful and sustainable relationships with ANU alumni, donors and the broader community. We secure long-term philanthropic investment and ensure the strong management of existing philanthropic funds and accountability to the University’s donors. We direct our activity exclusively towards supporting, amplifying, and propelling the University’s vision, mission, and strategic objectives, in service to its priorities and areas of greatest need. Our mission is to build meaningful and enduring connections with our community and pair the passions of generous people with the outstanding work of our university.

You are an all-rounder who enjoys a fast-paced role with lots of variety. You are organised, proactive, and possess an eye for detail, with the ability to find the most efficient way to get things done. You possess strong collaboration and partnership skills, demonstrating the ability to influence across all levels at a complex institution - colleagues, internal senior stakeholders, and influential external leaders. You love working as part of a team, and enjoy fostering a positive and productive work environment with your direct reports.

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU,

**How to Apply**
- A current curriculum vitae (CV).

**Applications which do not include a pitch (max. 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria will not be considered for the position.

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