Senior Development Manager (Indigenous)

Job no: 0063563
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full time; Continuing
Department: Advancement
Salary: UOM 9 – $139,693-$145,339 p.a. plus 17% super

• Play a leadership role in implementing of the University of Melbourne’s Indigenous advancement program 
• Drive significant philanthropic investment to transformative initiatives that uplift Indigenous participation in society through the power of research, education and community partnerships 
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!  

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

The University of Melbourne would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated, the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet and learn was the place of age-old ceremonies, of celebration, initiation and renewal, and that the local Aboriginal Peoples have had and continue to have a unique role in the life of these lands.

About - Advancement
University of Melbourne Advancement is a catalyst for change. We facilitate and sustain mutually beneficial relationships between the University and its alumni, friends and donors. We work collaboratively with colleagues across the University to enable lasting societal impact through the power of research, education and community engagement. 

About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with transferable skills who wants to embark on a career in fundraising and to be an agent for change in the realization of the University’s Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring. As a Senior Development Manager (Indigenous), you will drive efforts to secure philanthropic support for University initiatives and community partnerships. This role offers a unique chance to embark on a high value career within a dynamic and supportive environment. 

Responsibilities include:

• Manage a portfolio of prospective major gift donors, focusing on securing gifts for Indigenous priorities 
• Partner with senior academic and advancement colleagues to facilitate transformational multi-million gifts  
• Engage with senior leaders in business and community to secure philanthropic and social impact grants 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous stakeholders to advance fundraising goals

About You
We seek a motivated individual with exceptional relationship-building skills and a commitment to Indigenous causes. Your proactive approach and ability to engage with diverse stakeholders will be key to your success. You might come from a background in communications, sales, public relations, business and finance, the not-for-profit sector or other fields involving strong relationship-building. We offer training in best practices for fundraising through a comprehensive programme, enhancing your skills and impact in this role. 

You will also have:

• Proven experience working with Indigenous leaders 
• Demonstrated experience working with leaders in business, community and/or government 
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders
• Able to successfully navigate complexity 
• A curiosity mindset and desire to learn

About the University
The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.

Support for Indigenous staff  

• Cultural leave:  Indigenous staff members are entitled to up to five days non-cumulative paid leave per calendar year for the purpose of attending NAIDOC, community, cultural and ceremonial activities. 
• University policies: Indigenous staff are supported by the Indigenous Employment Plan 2023 - 2027 and Indigenous Employment Framework, with the commitment to improving the employment, retention and career progression outcomes for Indigenous staff members 
• Indigenous Staff Network: Employees who have identified themselves as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander will have access to the Indigenous Staff Network (ISN)
• Cultural events: The University hosts annual cultural events such as the Wominjeka to begin the Academic Year and the Narrm Oration, and recognises significant times throughout the year such as, Reconciliation Week, Mabo Day and NAIDOC Week. 
• Employee Assistance Program: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Support Line available free for you and your immediate family members.

 'Indigenous' here means a person of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent. 

Be Yourself
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

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".

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your transferable skills.  Please note that you are not required to provide responses against the selection criteria in the Position Description.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us at hr-talent@unimelb.edu.au.

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

Applications close: Wednesday 24 September  2023 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)

Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.

Position description:  RFQ11348-ADV-STEM_SeniorDevelopmentManager(Indigenous)-CandidatePack_A4_v3 (2).pdf