Senior Manager, Individual and Community Giving

• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• $143,627 - $152,229 (HEW 9) + 17% superannuation
  
  

• Contribute to a culture of giving that enables transformational outcomes for the University and its communities.
• Drive sustainable growth in philanthropic income and donor participation to support Deakin's strategic priorities.
• Foster meaningful, long-term relationships with alumni, staff, supporters and the wider community by strengthening and growing Deakin’s Individual and Community Giving program.
• Strengthen Deakin's philanthropic pipeline by identifying and nurturing future regular, major, mid-level and bequest donors and maximising synergies between these and the Individual and Community Giving program.
• Grow donor lifetime value through strategic donor experience - onboarding, engagement, conversion, upgrade and reactivation journeys.
• Use data, insights, testing and best practice to create donor-centred fundraising experiences that maximise long-term impact.

• Lead the strategy and delivery of a sophisticated, multi-channel fundraising program with significant growth potential.
• Shape innovative campaigns across digital, social media, direct mail, telemarketing, Giving Days, peer-to-peer fundraising, regular giving and workplace giving.
• Partner with senior leaders and stakeholders across the University to influence decisions and deliver meaningful outcomes.
• Combine bold, big-picture thinking with hands-on execution in a role that offers the potential for significant strategic and operational impact.
• Use testing, segmentation and performance insights to continually improve fundraising effectiveness and return on investment.
• Join a collaborative and high-performing Advancement team committed to innovation, growth, continuous improvement and quality supporter engagement.
• Develop and mentor team members while helping shape the future direction of Deakin's fundraising programs.

• →High-performing fundraising strategies across acquisition, retention and upgrade.
• →Integrated campaigns that grow donor numbers, income and engagement.
• →Data-driven donor journeys, segmentation and performance improvements.
• →Strong post-campaign analysis, with insights and learnings embedded into future activity.
• →Strong stakeholder collaboration and alignment across the University.
• →Effective use of CRM, fundraising platforms and digital tools to support scalable growth and improved donor experiences.
• →A stronger philanthropic pipeline through donor identification and stewardship.

• Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; or equivalent combination of experience and/or education/training
• Extensive experience in Individual Giving, Community Giving, Annual Giving or mass fundraising, including the planning and delivery of integrated multi-channel donor acquisition, retention and growth programs.
• A contemporary knowledge of fundraising practice and an appetite to test, learn and continuously improve by using data, segmentation and performance insights.
• Proven ability to build trusted and productive relationships across fundraising (major gifts, mid-level, Trust & Foundations), Donor Relations, Gifts in Wills, Operations, Campaign, Alumni, Marketing and Communications teams, as well as with external agencies and suppliers.

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

Click here for more information about Advancement at Deakin. For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Rachel Weston, Associate Director, Donor Experience via Rachel.weston@deakin.edu.au   

For a copy of the position description, please see:  PD - Senior Manager, Individual and Community Giving.pdf

Deakin is a globally recognised university committed to making a positive impact through education, research and innovation. Our success is driven by our people, and we're dedicated to creating a workplace where individuals feel supported, valued and empowered to do their best work.

We offer a collaborative and inclusive culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the flexibility to balance work and life. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
 

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Deakin is committed to fostering a safe and respectful workplace and learning environment for everyone. In line with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, applicants may be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a Working with Children Check and relevant declarations.

All disclosures will be handled sensitively, confidentially and in accordance with Deakin's obligations to maintain a safe community.

Advertised: 31 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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