Health and Biomedical Fundraising Team

2 days ago

Southport QLD, Australia Griffith University Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You'll find we're about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you'll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

Griffith University's Advancement Office is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced and motivated fundraising professionals to join the Health and Biomedical Fundraising Team.

Working as part of a collaborative, purpose driven, high-performing Advancement group, this team drives philanthropic support for Griffith Health and the Institute for Glycomics (IBG) that are on the forefront of research and innovation in medical science, public health, and clinical practice.

An opportunity is available, depending on skills and experience, for individuals passionate about advancing health and biomedical research through major gifts and principal gift partnerships.

Team members within the Health and Biomedical Fundraising portfolio will contribute to securing major and principal gifts to advance Griffith's health and biomedical priorities. Depending on the role and level, responsibilities may include:

  • Managing and growing a portfolio of prospective and current donors
  • Developing and implementing engagement and solicitation strategies
  • Supporting strategic fundraising initiatives for Griffith Health and IBG
  • Working collaboratively with academic and Advancement colleagues to align philanthropic opportunities with research and teaching strengths

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Griffith's bold philanthropic vision and to be part of a university-wide effort to make a lasting impact on health outcomes locally and globally.

About you

The successful candidate will hold relevant tertiary qualifications and/or proven experience in fundraising, business development within the education, health sciences, medical research, or non-profit sectors.

You will also have demonstrated experience in securing major gifts, grants, and philanthropic funding from individuals, foundations, corporations or government agencies. You will have strong knowledge of fundraising strategies, including capital campaigns, endowments, donor relations and planned giving.

If you are seeking an exciting new challenge where you can make an impact, then we would like to hear from you.

Learn more about this opportunity here.

Additional Information

How to apply

Griffith University has partnered with Richmond Associates in the search for this appointment.

For confidential enquiries and to request more information about this position please contact Jocelyn Kelty on or Julie Baker on or via - at Richmond Associates referencing REF9070G.

All applications must be submitted to -

Applications close on Monday, 1 December 2025 at 5pm AEST.

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