Development Manager - Scholarships

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi 

We are seeking a Development Manager to join our Alumni Relations & Development (ARD) team and connect our vital work to our individual donors, corporate sponsors, and charitable partners. The position's main purpose is to raise philanthropic funds for undergraduate scholarships through the effective development and implementation of a coordinated and integrated Philanthropic Scholarships Plan.

Developing and managing relationships with individual prospects and corporate partners to secure significant philanthropic gifts for scholarships will be a key focus. Leveraging your interpersonal skills, you will effectively engage and steward donors, ensuring their contributions are acknowledged and valued. By collaborating with our Associate Director Development, senior leaders, and the ARD team, you will provide a comprehensive programme of recognition and engagement for major donors. Managing a portfolio of scholarship donors will be an essential part of the role.

This position offers the unique advantage of not being limited to a specific portfolio within the university. Instead, you will work across all areas and collaborate with other Development Managers at the University of Auckland. This cross-functional approach allows for a broader impact and the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of donors and projects.

You will contribute to the development of strategic and annual operational plans for the scholarships fundraising function, develop and implement KPIs, and actively manage stewardship of all scholarship donors. Financial management will be key, as you will closely monitor that donor scholarships are awarded, and funds are received and spent as specified. In addition, you will manage one direct report, attend regular meetings, and undertake projects as directed by the Associate Director of Development.

This is a full time (37.5 hours/ week) permanent position, with a salary range of $117,901 - $120,000 per annum depending on skills and experience. For more information, please see the Position Description attached.

About the team | Mō tō mātou rōpū 

The ARD office forms the University’s centralised point of contact for philanthropic partners and for alumni and friends. Our aim is to build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with alumni and donors. These relationships will lead to contributions of expertise, advocacy, and philanthropic funds that will help the University of Auckland to play its part in developing knowledge and people for the good of Auckland, New Zealand, and the global community.

About you | He kōrero mōu 

The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience and competencies synonymous with high-level sales or fundraising professionals. As a key player in our organisation, leveraging your proven track record to secure substantial financial support and cultivate lasting relationships with donors will be essential. This is a role with varied responsibilities and a lively pace, so we are looking for someone who thrives in the grey and understands the value of clear communication and respect.

We are seeking | E rapua ana mātou:

• Previous fundraising experience or experience in building relationships with corporate partners and high net worth individuals.
• Marketing, sales, and customer relations experience with demonstrable experience of hitting targets and meeting financial requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship-building skills, happy to host events and engage with a varied group of stakeholders.
• Curiosity, to connect widely and seek to understand, and an openness to adapt your approach and offerings to match our donors’ interests.
• Excellent record keeping, report writing, and responsiveness to emails and calls.
• An understanding of the tertiary environment, in the form of a Bachelor’s degree or relevant tertiary qualification/work experience.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. We employ more than 5400 academic and professional staff to support over 41,000 students, making us one of NZ’s largest employers.  

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of 28th March 2025 to be considered. Please include a short Cover Letter and your CV highlighting why you are interested in joining us and how you can meet the requirements of our vacancy.

Reach out to Lisa Matthews via [email protected] if you have any specific questions. Please note: We are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email. Applications must be submitted online.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz