Philanthropy Manager
Strategy & PlanningPosted 19 Jul 2026
Posted 19 Jul 2026
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| Base salary | A$137,500 – A$147,000 / yr |
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No unique specialisation
Secure major philanthropic investment that advances education, research, student success and community impact.
The Opportunity
You will lead sophisticated major gift strategies that convert Western Sydney University priorities into donor-centred funding opportunities across education, research, student success, Indigenous leadership, community engagement, innovation and institutional development. You will work closely with senior leaders to shape compelling cases for support, major gift proposals, campaign narratives and donor briefings that attract significant philanthropic investment and demonstrate urgency, credibility and measurable impact.
You will manage a significant portfolio of major donors and prospects, leading identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activity with discipline and sound judgement. Using tailored engagement strategies and a Moves Management approach, you will build trusted relationships with individuals, alumni, family foundations, trusts, philanthropic foundations and corporate partners, while preparing senior leaders for donor engagement and balancing long-term relationship development with annual fundraising targets, campaign priorities and pipeline growth.
You will also contribute to the strategic direction of the Office of Advancement by strengthening portfolio management, stewardship planning, performance reporting, forecasting and data integrity. Working across donor experience, communications, trusts and foundations, campaigns, prospect research and advancement services, you will support flagship initiatives including Giving Day, Friends of Western Sydney and the Accelerating Ambitions strategy, while helping build a stronger culture of philanthropy across the University.
What Success Looks Like:
Please refer to the Position Description for full details.
About You
Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.
Application Details
Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.
About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.
Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.