Associate Vice-President, Advancement
4 days ago
Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 5 years, with possibility of extension
Based at our
About This Opportunity
Advancement and Community Engagement is currently seeking a dynamic and mission-oriented Associate Vice-President (AVP) Advancement to lead a new portfolio at UQ – working across the and
Harnessing extensive alumni networks and established philanthropic partnerships, the AVP will develop and lead strategies, in partnership with two dedicated Executive Deans, to increase philanthropic giving to faculty-based priorities, maximising on the significant untapped potential of both HASS and BEL alumni and supporters.
This elevated leadership role is a truly unique opportunity to advance the work around visionary projects and special initiatives, as well as preparations for scaled comprehensive campaigns.
With the launch of and Brisbane 2032 Olympics set to bring global attention to Queensland, the timing is perfectly aligned for harnessing the momentum to foster partnerships and secure funding for research, students and strategic projects.
About UQ
As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.
Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of are available, such as:
26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
17% superannuation contributions, salary packaging and 17.5% annual leave loading
Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and flex-time
Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
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About You
This is a highly collaborative portfolio and will require leadership dedicated to cross-organisational partnership. As such, we are seeking individuals who can demonstrate at least 5 years of experience working within a complex fundraising/university environment, alongside:
Proven experience creating and successfully implementing strategic fundraising programs including identifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts.
A track record of building/leading high performing and collaborative teams with an ability to promote a culture that rewards individual and collective success.
Demonstrated experience engaging and motivating groups of diverse stakeholder audiences and volunteer leadership boards, including engaging with high-net-worth individuals to secure philanthropic partnership.
Demonstrated ability to effectively liaise with senior executives to influence and drive fundraising strategies, with a proven ability to navigate budget planning process and oversee budgets with a high degree of fiscal responsibility.
This position will require domestic and international travel when strategically beneficial.
Position Booklet
Enquiries
If you’d like to have a confidential discussion or have questions relating to the position, please contact Caylee-Jade Eve, Principal Advisor via stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
When you’re ready to submit an application, we ask that you please create a profile via our careers website and upload the following documents:
Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section in the attached booklet,
Resume
Other Information
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: criminal check and education check.
Visa sponsorship is available for this appointment.
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
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Applications close Sunday the 13th October at 11.00pm AEST (R-42218)
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