About the opportunity
This is an exciting time to join and significantly contribute to a whole-of-University commitment to journey together, valuing, respecting, and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s knowledges and cultures.
The career-defining role is dedicated to increasing philanthropic support for ambitious priorities that support Indigenous leadership, research, programs and students. Engaging with philanthropists and supporters is informed by the One Sydney, Many People Strategy 2021-2024 and its steadfast commitment to celebrating and respecting Indigenous cultures, knowledges and peoples at the University of Sydney.
This position offers a sector-leading opportunity working closely with senior executive leadership within the Indigenous Strategy and Services portfolio, faculty and academic colleagues across the University to substantially increase philanthropic support. This role provides a significant opportunity for an inspiring and passionate major gifts leader who seeks to have substantial impact on the future.
You will be leading a broad portfolio of philanthropic opportunities across the institution, and the Leader of Indigenous Philanthropy is a key and active member of the Arts and Culture team within the Advancement Portfolio, working closely with colleagues to achieve ambitious annual fundraising targets.
In particular, you will lead on major gifts activity with a specific focus on prospects with the capacity to make multi-million dollar gifts.
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 a Leader of Indigenous Philanthropy with:
- A substantial background in major gift fundraising and experience in working with First Nations peoples and priorities.
- Cultural competence and a strategic approach, this will enable you to drive best practice fundraising and impactful outcomes.
- Demonstrated internal relationship building and strong leadership skills with the ability to engage stakeholders
- Ability to be a team-player, build strong, collaborative relationships not just with influential donors but with colleagues, faculty leadership and the academic community across the University.
- A creative mindset and strong sense of integrity, outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and a passion for higher education
About us
The Advancement team at the University of Sydney is one of the most successful fundraising programs in Australian higher education. Having completed the nation’s first $1BN fundraising campaign and embarking on the next, the team is not only the finest performing, its success facilitates the largest real-world impact that philanthropic giving makes possible.
Since our inception 160 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 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. Across our campuses, we employ over 7600 academic and non-academic staff who support over 60,000 students.
Working in the Advancement team at the University you will be part of a portfolio that raises funds for scholarships, cutting edge research and makes a real and substantial contribution to the improvement of the University, and the wider world. You will be joining a world-class team that cares deeply about making a difference and is both creative and evidence-led when it comes to improving performance. This is the power of Philanthropy.
For a Job Pack, Leader, Indigenous Philanthropy, please contact sarah.scott@sydney.edu.au
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Sarah Scott, Recruitment Operations, by email sarah.scott@sydney.edu.au
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
We welcome you as you are, however we do strongly encourage those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People to apply. You must be able to demonstrate your ability to work effectively to support First Nations peoples and communities.
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.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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Closing date: 11:59 pm, Sunday 13th August 2023
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