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Director, Development - Principal Gifts

DirectorFull-timeHybridClayton VIC 3168, AustraliaPosted 3 days agoVerified 6 days ago
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About the job

The Director, Development - Principal Gifts is a pivotal job at Monash University, focusing on establishing a world-class principal giving program. This position plays a crucial role in shaping the university's philanthropic future by cultivating relationships with transformative donors and securing significant gifts. The team thrives on collaboration and innovation, working together to elevate the university's impact and reputation.

You'll be responsible for

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Leading engagement

Overseeing engagement with a portfolio of principal gift donors and prospective donors to align interests with opportunities.
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Building a strategic program

Creating and implementing a program focused on securing and stewarding philanthropic gifts exceeding $5 million.
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Co-creating funding opportunities

Collaborating with colleagues to develop bespoke funding opportunities that support university objectives.

Key criteria

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Philanthropic fundraising experience

Proven experience securing gifts over $5 million.

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Relationship management skills

Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain donor relationships.

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Strategic planning background

Experience developing and implementing strategic fundraising programs.

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4 criteria for this job
Philanthropic fundraising experience
Proven experience securing gifts over $5 million.

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Relationship management skills
Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain donor relationships.

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Strategic planning background
Experience developing and implementing strategic fundraising programs.

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Global engagement experience
Experience working with diverse, international donor bases.

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