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Guided by a strong set of values and principles, the University Advancement team develops and implements comprehensive programs that foster private support for Curtin. We consider ourselves changemakers and ensure education is accessible to all. We support groundbreaking research and connect supporters with programs that equip our students to become responsible global citizens. Motivated by a shared vision, the team is high-performing and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders.
Your New Role
Join our dynamic University Advancement team as the Engagement and Development Coordinatorfor the Faculty of Science and Engineering. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to philanthropy and sponsorship initiatives by developing relationships with alumni and existing partners to support our programs and research.
Curtin Alumni are individuals who have completed their studies and have since moved on to pursue careers or further education. They form a valuable network of graduates who have benefited from their time at Curtin University and are vital stakeholders who can contribute to support the university's mission and vision.
In this role, you'll be instrumental in cultivating connections with Curtin Alumni and partner organisations, leveraging their support to advance our mission. Your responsibilities include developing and managing the alumni and stewardship program for the Faculty, crafting innovative initiatives, and coordinating on-campus events – such as laboratory and workshop tours.
We're seeking a creative and dedicated individual to join our team and collaborate on various exciting projects. You'll have the chance to build strong relationships both locally and globally, engaging our alumni in impactful volunteerism and philanthropy opportunities that support our vision to make tomorrow better.
We are looking for someone with:
- A personal passion to truly make a difference, who is driven through building and nurturing strong relationships and fostering an inclusive, warm, and welcoming environment.
- Exceptional interpersonal and oral communication skills to liaise effectively with and influence a wide range of people at all levels both within and external to Curtin and an ability to build trusted and lasting partnerships and networks.
- Ability to develop and deliver programs, events and initiatives to achieve strategic outcomes.
- Knowledge and experience working with a customer relationship management system.
- Previous experience in Engagement and/or fundraising, who is keen to support the transformative mission of higher education.
As this is a continuing (permanent) position, you will require permanent work rights in Australia.
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Niklas Mittmann at ***************@curtin.edu.au or call 0420 231 ***.
Curtin University
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.
We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au
Join us!
Please provide a cover letter, and your CV to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
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Please note: The University uses working titles from time to time, and this may result in discrepancies between titles referenced in our job advertisements and the supporting position descriptions.
Applications close: 10:15am AWST Sunday 10 March 2024
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working with Children Check.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 90***(option 3,1).
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
