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Deputy Director, Philanthropy

Deputy Director, Philanthropy

  • 563323
  • Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
  • Fixed Term
  • Closing at: Sep 20 2026 - 23:55 AEST
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Classification: Senior Manager 2
Salary package: Competitive salary package plus 17% superannuation

Terms: Full time, Fixed term (up to 5 years)

  • Lead a diverse team of philanthropy staff
  • Support philanthropic goals of our ANU donor community
  • Actively contribute to the ANU strategy

Position overview

As Deputy Director, Philanthropy, you will play a pivotal leadership role within ANU Advancement, helping develop the strategies, relationships and fundraising programs that connect the aspirations of generous donors and partners with the outstanding work of the University.
This is an opportunity for an experienced fundraising leader to influence philanthropy at an institutional level — working with senior University leaders, academics, donors, prospects, foundations, corporations and external partners to unlock significant support for priorities that matter to Australia and the world.

How to Apply
Corporate Diversity Pathways (CDP) has been exclusively appointed by The Australian National University to manage this recruitment process. All applications and enquiries will be managed by CDP. Applications submitted directly to ANU will be referred to CDP as part of the formal recruitment process. Contact Jeromine Alpe on M: +61 404 487 962 or E: careers@corporaediversitypathways.com or visit corporatediversitypathways.com 

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

After contacting the search partner and determining your interest, please make sure that you upload the following documents:

  • A statement addressing the selection criteria.
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
  • Other documents, if required.

Short-listed candidates will be invited for interview in a first round virtual interview.  Final candidates will be interviewed in person at ANU.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia, and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.  

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