Development Support Officer

• Develop meaningful donor relationships and help create life-changing opportunities for students through scholarships and prizes.
• Join a collaborative fundraising and philanthropy team at one of Australia's leading universities.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 8 months.
• Base salary range: $86,540 – $95,920 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) leads the University's alumni, philanthropic and community engagement strategies. Working across the University, DAR strengthens relationships with donors, alumni and community partners to support UWA's strategic priorities and long-term impact. The team plays a critical role in building a culture of philanthropy that advances student success, research excellence and community outcomes.

About the opportunity

• Support the cultivation, stewardship and engagement of donors and prospective donors, with a particular focus on scholarships, prizes and annual giving initiatives.
• Build and maintain meaningful donor relationships, prepare compelling funding proposals and gift documentation, and partner with Schools and stakeholders to identify philanthropic opportunities aligned with donor interests and University priorities.
• Contribute to fundraising campaigns, donor recognition activities and stewardship programs while maintaining accurate donor records and supporting best-practice fundraising governance and administration.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in project coordination, administration or relationship management within a complex organisation, ideally within higher education, fundraising, advancement, donor relations or a similar environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing reports, correspondence, proposals or stakeholder communications for diverse audiences.
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, build effective relationships and deliver outcomes collaboratively.
• Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications, combined with a proactive, team-oriented approach and the ability to work independently when required.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description: Development Support Officer PD.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Simone Yule at ***********@uwa.edu.au

For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Zander Ribbens at **************@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday 21st August 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at ******@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.