Development Officer

About Bond University

Bond University, Australia's first private not-for-profit university located in Robina on the Gold Coast, aims to be internationally recognized for its independent spirit, innovation, and commitment to delivering a personalised and transformational student experience.

Position Overview

The University is seeking a dedicated Development Officer to join its Office of Advancement on a full-time, fixed-term basis for two years. This role is crucial in managing relationships with alumni, individuals, sponsors, corporations, and foundation trusts to support the university's fundraising and development strategies.

Daily Responsibilities

The role involves engaging with stakeholders through phone communications, soliciting donations, preparing fundraising proposals and case materials, coordinating fundraising appeals and events, as well as identifying new funding opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• Relevant university degree or equivalent experience
• Proven achievements in fundraising, philanthropy, or sponsorship
• Experience crafting correspondence and documents for prospective donors
• Ability to develop and support prospect cultivation and stewardship plans
• Competence in managing databases, conducting research, and uncovering new opportunities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent skills in writing, transcription, editing, and proofreading
• Adherence to and understanding of the Fundraising Institute Australia's (FIA) Code

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within higher education fundraising environments
• Familiarity with Raisers Edge or similar CRM systems
• Membership in the Fundraising Institute Australia

Remuneration and Benefits

The salary starts at AUD 85,707.07 plus 12% superannuation per annum. The position offers an excellent team environment with opportunities for professional growth, flexible work arrangements including work from home options, 36.75-hour standard work week, free staff car parking, up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave, salary packaging benefits, 17.5% leave loading on base salary, wellbeing programs, confidential employee assistance, onsite medical and counseling services, onsite sports facilities including gym, fitness classes, and pool, as well as corporate health and finance discounts. Study assistance is also available for staff and their dependents.

Additional Information

• Employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including verification of working rights, references, and qualification certification
• Offers are conditional upon completion and review of a Gender-Based Violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code 2025
• Employment conditions are governed by the Bond Workplace Agreement
• The University encourages applications from people of diverse backgrounds including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQ+, and persons with disabilities
• Reasonable accommodations can be provided upon request during recruitment
• Applications close at 11:59 PM on Monday, 24th August 2026