Development Manager

Continuing, full time role as a Development Manager, Faculty Arts and Social Sciences. In this role you will be responsible for raising gifts that will support projects and programs in these portfolios and across the University. There will be a focus on identifying new prospective donors for the strategic priorities of the deans, building on recent successful gifts, and growing the pipeline of donors.

The incumbent will be required to identify and engage high net-worth donor prospects, align their interest and passions to the strategic priorities of the University, and successfully solicit multiple gifts with a value of $100,000 or more.

 

About FASS

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is consistently ranked among the leading faculties of its kind, nationally and internationally and has a proud history and tradition of intellectual rigour, committed to offering a vibrant research and teaching environment. The mission of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is to conduct research and teaching across the breadth of the humanities and social sciences that makes a difference in the lives of its students, staff and the broader community, both in Australia and globally.

 

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for Development Manager, FASS who has: 

• Solid experience in major gifts fundraising, with a demonstrated ability to identify, cultivate and negotiate $100,000 plus gift opportunities
• a strong track record of achievement and meeting financial targets
• experience working in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• the ability to work autonomously but also is comfortable speaking up and asking for help
• demonstrated relationship building and strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior internal and external stakeholders
• highly developed emotional intelligence – you are self-aware with exceptional interpersonal skills
• the demonstrated track record of a high achiever who is naturally driven by success both professionally and personally
• excellent time-management, prioritisation and organisation skills.

 

About us

The Advancement Portfolio at the University of Sydney has Australia's most successful fundraising program in higher education. Having achieved the nation's first billion-dollar fundraising campaign and now progressing towards the next ambitious milestone, we are dedicated to facilitating significant real-world impacts through philanthropy.

 

Since its inception 175 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to philanthropy and underpin our long-term strategy for excellence and growth. We’re Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence.

How to apply
Intending applicants are welcome to seek further information about the position and for recruitment-related enquiries, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Sarah Scott, Recruitment Partner (Advancement Portfolio), at [email protected]

 

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

 

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

 

Closing date: 11:59pm Wednesday 5th August 2026

 

The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.

 

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

 

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Applications Close

Wednesday 05 August 2026 11:59 PM