Director Of Development

Director of Development (Chris O'Brien Lifehouse)Apply locations Camperdown Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id 0128114Full time, fixed-term role as the Director of Development, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse (Maternity Cover)Offering a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuationAbout the opportunityThe University of Sydney seeks to appoint an outstanding individual into the role of Director of Development, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse (12 month Maternity Cover).
The position will contribute in a senior capacity to the growth of the University's Campaign Partnership program with Chris O'Brien Lifehouse.
Under the CEO, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse and the University's Director of Development (Campaign Partners), this position will drive the University's philanthropic Campaign Partnership, building relationships with Board members, clinical and academic staff, Executive leadership, donors, corporations and other key stakeholders.The role will oversee the development and implementation of all philanthropic and fundraising activities of the hospital, managing a team of fundraisers and a fundraising budget with responsibilities for income streams across the Annual Fund, Community Fundraising, Gifts in Will and their Grateful Patient philanthropy program, while focusing on sourcing major gifts of $1 million and above to support the strategic goals of the hospital and partnership.You will also develop a growing team of high performing fundraising professionals, who work collaboratively with the wider fundraising team.
You will be solutions-oriented and highly motivated, with strong leadership ability and a personal drive to achieve ambitious fundraising targets.Working closely with academic and clinical leadership, this position is also charged with growing a culture of philanthropy across the hospital, increasing awareness of, and engagement with, Fundraising.
You will develop and grow a team of high-performing fundraising professionals and will build strong internal working relationships with stakeholders across the hospital and University to unlock philanthropic opportunities.About youYour experience in devising and implementing effective fundraising strategies and working with philanthropists will be instrumental in driving future success.
You will identify new opportunities from core and new donors, whose interests are aligned to the values and objectives of the Chris O'Brien Lifehouse and the partnership.
You will have experience of implementing strategy at an organisational or divisional level and a demonstrable track record of raising transformational gifts.
You will be a creative thinker with a strong sense of integrity, outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and a passion for the hospital and its mission.
This is an outstanding opportunity, with a strong visibility and a harmonious, supportive and committed team.
This post offers the chance for a proven, experienced fundraiser and leader to play an integral role in a successful fundraising program, whilst taking the next step in their career.The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity.
Chris O'Brien Lifehouse values are collaboration, respect, empowerment, nurture and discovery.
As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Director of Development, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse who has:demonstrated experience managing a development program and working with senior stakeholdersthe ability to think strategically and provide robust, tactical advice on fundraising strategy with a current knowledge of best practices in developmentdemonstrated success in closing $1 million + gifts and meeting stretch financial targetsproven leadership experience with the ability to mentor, inspire and motivate a group of ambitious and goal-oriented professionalsproven high-level relationship management experience, with a focus on working with or in a clinical environmentexperience working in health philanthropyexpert influencing skills and the demonstrated ability to coordinate and optimise outcomesproven ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner in writing and in persondemonstrated success in establishing, cultivating, and maintaining high-level, strong relationships with influential donorsexperience working with grateful patients and in a clinical environment is desirable.About usThe Advancement Portfolio team at the University of Sydney is the most successful fundraising program 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.A University of Sydney Philanthropic Campaign Partner since 2018, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse is a not for profit comprehensive cancer hospital in Camperdown, Sydney.
From screening to prevention, diagnosis, treatment and wellness, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse treats all types of cancer, specialising in those that are complex and rare, offering patients every service they need under one roof.
Their vision is to transform the lives of people affected by cancer, with a mission to minimise the burden of cancer by providing integrated expert care, delivered with compassion, and founded on research, innovation, education and training.Benefits Of Working with UsIn addition to having the opportunity to grow and be challenged, and to be part of a vibrant community, University employees enjoy a range of rewarding benefits:flexible working arrangements and generous personal, parental and cultural leavecompetitive remuneration, 17% super, salary packaging and leave loadingfree and subsidised health and wellbeing services, and access to fitness and cultural clubssubsidised on campus parkingdiscounts on a wide range of products and servicescareer development opportunitiesand many more…Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This role requires valid work rights for Australia.Pre-employment checksYour 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 statementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve.
We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ.
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.How to applyPlease note the university will be closed for the annual close down from the 21st December 2024 until 7th January 2025.Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via theApply button at the top of the page.If you are a current employee of the University or a contingent worker with access to Workday, please login into yourWorkday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.
Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.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 ****** date: 11:59pm Wednesday 29th January 2025.The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.Click to view the Position Description for this role.Applications CloseWednesday 29 January 2025 11:59 PM
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