Join Our Team as a Project Specialist, Advancement Strategic Initiatives

About Us: We’re not just about projects; we’re about impact. As a Project Specialist, Advancement Strategic Initiatives, you’ll be at the forefront of supporting development officers’, and proposals and campaigns teams around developing a suite of strategic funding opportunities for donors which influence the capacity of Advancement to realise the vision and impact of such opportunities where philanthropy can play a critical enabling role. If you are ready to make a difference, keep reading!

About the Opportunity: As a Project Specialist, Advancement Strategic Initiatives, you’ll collaborate closely with key stakeholders in The Advancement Portfolio (TAP) team including the senior leadership group and University wide academics. Your mission? To develop plans and implement complex, University-wide projects and effectively manage and report on project activities and deliverables.

Why You’ll Love Working Here: Be part of the most successful fundraising team in Australian higher education. Drive change through impactful projects. Work closely with passionate colleagues across all business units and programs. We encourage a collaborative environment and openness to professional growth.

About You: The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Project Specialist who:

• Has previous experience in Strategic Planning and Execution: Can develop, implement, and refine strategic plans aligned with organisational goals. Minimum 5 years’ experience required.

• Has a thorough understanding of the philanthropic donor development process and practical application.

• Can cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels in a complex organisation and act as a trusted advisor by understanding their existing and future needs. Must be highly personable.

• Must be able to use data-driven insight to make informed decisions and pay attention to details and process orientation.

• Can effectively communicate clearly through written and verbal channels. Must be able to deliver impactful presentation to diverse audiences.

• Is highly pro-active with a strong growth mindset with the ability to prioritise based on strategic vision.

• Can adapt to changing priorities and dynamics and reprioritise tasks as needed.

• Has Salesforce and/or CRM experience.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your 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 statement

At 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 apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. In your cover letter, please ensure you respond to our key bullet-points under our ‘About you’ section.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday 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 Partner by email to sarah.scott@sydney.edu.au

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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