Job Title: Director Advancement
Campus Location: North Sydney, Australia or Melbourne, Australia
Role Summary:
Lead the strategic planning and execution of all philanthropic initiatives at Australian Catholic University (ACU), advancing its Catholic mission and strategic direction defined in Vision 2033.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies to amplify alumni and philanthropic impact.
* Build and nurture relationships with major donors, faith-based stakeholders, foundations, alumni, and corporate partners.
* Oversee planned giving and capital campaigns, ensuring alignment with ACU's values and mission.
* Collaborate with senior executives and internal stakeholders to foster a culture of giving that reflects ACU's values of service, truth, and pursuit of excellence.
Requirements:
* Extensive fundraising experience with a strong capacity to implement a comprehensive advancement strategy.
* Proven experience in philanthropy within the tertiary, charitable, faith-based, or similar sector, with significant leadership and management experience.
* Superior stakeholder management skills, including partnering capability and ability to influence internal and senior executive leads.
* Strong understanding of best practices within the context of Catholic values or mission-driven institutions.
About Us:
ACU is a dynamic, young university animated by faith and built on the principles of Catholic social teaching. We are committed to engagement and collaboration, building partnerships with local and global institutions to create dynamic initiatives, innovative solutions, and tangible outcomes.
Why Join Us?
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of high-impact researchers, entrepreneurs, and employable graduates with a strong moral compass, benefiting Australia and the wider world.