Senior Development Manager, Museums and Cultural Partnerships (Fundraising)

at  University of Melbourne

SENIOR DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, MUSEUMS AND CULTURAL PARTNERSHIPS (FUNDRAISING)

Position Number: 0064993
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Department: Advancement, Communications and Marketing

Salary: UOM 9 – $139,693 – $145,339 p.a. plus 17% super

• Drive impact through philanthropy / Secure $200K-$1M+ gifts / Shape Melbourne’s cultural landscape
• to lead transformative fundraising for the University’s museums, collections, and performing arts
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager with a genuine passion for Museums and Performing Arts. You excel at managing complex relationships and strategic priorities while serving as a champion for the University’s mission both externally and internally.

You will also have:

• Have outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Ability to exercise leadership with colleagues and donors to shape and align programs with philanthropic outcomes.
• A track record in identifying, researching, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donor relationships, both independently and as part of a team.
• Proven ability in planning processes with excellent conceptual and analytical skills.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn’t have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The University is home to 11 galleries and museums, over 15 performance spaces, and is the custodian of 30 collections. Our Museums and Collections are an important part of our history, our campus life, and our civic responsibility to the city of Melbourne and beyond.
Our Museums & Collections department comprises Science Gallery Melbourne, the Ian Potter Museum of Art, Buxton Contemporary, Grainger Museum, Old Quad and MPavillion Parkville.
As the Senior Development Manager – Museums and Cultural Partnerships, you will have the unique opportunity to support the University of Melbourne’s cultural strategy. We’re seeking an experienced and passionate fundraising professional who thrives on building strong donor relationships and securing high-value gifts ranging from $200,000 to over $1 million. Your expertise will directly contribute to ensuring the University’s museums, collections, and performing arts are integral to Melbourne’s cultural fabric, enriching the social and intellectual life of students and communities, and creating an outstanding on-campus experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage High-Value Donor Relationships: Cultivate and solicit gifts from prospective and current donors in the $200,000 to $1M+ range for the University’s Museums, Collections, cultural priorities and performing arts initiatives.
• Develop Fundraising Strategies: Collaborate with the Director of Museums and Collections, the Director of Performing Arts and the Director – Philanthropy to secure significant philanthropic support and corporate support for showcasing cultural collections and fostering creativity.
• Drive Philanthropic Outcomes: Assist in developing and delivering strategic fundraising outcomes, meeting annual targets, and designing philanthropic priorities.
• Collaborate Across Departments: Work closely with Advancement colleagues and serve as a member of both the Museums and Collections and Performing Arts leadership teams.

IF YOU FEEL THIS ROLE IS RIGHT FOR YOU, PLEASE APPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
  Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the .
  Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
  If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the .
  Advertised: 31 Jan 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
  Applications close: 16 Feb 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time