Job no: 0058132
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 12 months
Department: Advancement, Communications & Marketing
Salary: UOM 6 – $96,459 – $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- Support the delivery of University-wide Regular Giving programs and appeals to enhance philanthropic contributions from donors, alumni, staff, and the broader community.
- Join a strategic team driving impactful fundraising initiatives that directly support student success and the University’s mission.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
Interviews for this position will be conducted in the week commencing 16 December 2024.
About the Role
The Regular Giving Associate supports the University’s philanthropic goals by assisting in the delivery of Regular Giving programs, including two annual appeals and initiatives like staff giving and reunion fundraising. Reporting to the Regular Giving Manager, you will engage donors, alumni, staff, and the broader community to grow support for key fundraising priorities, contributing to the success of the Leadership Giving and Engagement Team’s strategic purpose.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting the Regular Giving Manager in coordinating and delivering University-wide appeals and agreed Regular Giving programs.
- Supporting data segmentation processes, including conducting quality assurance checks for appeals-related data.
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment in promoting the University’s priorities and collaborating with Development shared services to deliver fundraising initiatives.
- Managing Regular Giving administrative tasks, including handling the Appeals email inbox, addressing queries, and maintaining accurate records.
Who we are looking for
You will have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and meet deadlines under pressure. You will bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, a collaborative approach to teamwork, and the confidence to engage with diverse stakeholders about the University’s strategic initiatives.
You will also have:
- An appropriate tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, appeal based fundraising, or project management, and/or relevant experience in these areas.
- Proven experience in working with and analysing large data sets to achieve targeted outcomes.
- Advanced proficiency in professional IT skills, including database management.
- Experience creating copy and materials, managing timelines, and coordinating mass communications for appeals.
- High level interpersonal skills and ability to liaise with a broad and diverse range of people.
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.
Your new team – Advancement, Communications & Marketing
University’s Communications and Marketing function provides strategic, advisory and operational services to support the academic mission and the University strategy. It fosters a culture of best practice and collaboration across the University’s communication and marketing teams and stakeholders and uses data-driven insights to inform decision-making across the University.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
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 Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Rehan 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 Position Description.
Position Description
