Job Opportunity
**Job Title:** External Engagement Manager
We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our external engagement, philanthropy, and stakeholder initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to drive impact in a high-profile role that connects with alumni, industry, government, and the broader community.
This position requires a strategic and energetic individual who can develop and execute external engagement plans to meet organisational priorities. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in external relations, partnerships, program delivery, fundraising, and events.
* In close collaboration with the Head of Engagement and Impact and leadership, lead delivery of the strategic direction of all external engagement projects and key fundraising activities.
* Coordinate and lead key 'community building' activities and programs within the College.
* Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary team covering events, sponsorship, philanthropy, industry, and alumni.
* Support the organisation to build a philanthropic strategy and manage a small portfolio of long-term relationships that deepen their philanthropic investment and engagement.
* Manage corporate sponsorships including negotiation of new opportunities.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* A relevant tertiary degree with extensive management expertise and relevant experience or an equivalent level of knowledge gained through a combination of education, training, and/or experience in a relevant discipline.
* Demonstrated capacity to develop and execute external engagement plans, to meet the priorities identified by the organisation; evidence of successfully improving an organisation's profile via external engagement activities.
* Ability to work in a highly adaptable and consultative manner, working in a collaborative way to deliver successful outcomes.
* Demonstrated ability to solicit and close substantial gifts.
* Evidence of success in building and maintaining strong relationships with senior staff, influential donors, or alumni, and external organisations for successful fundraising and/or engagement outcomes.
* Ability to lead, motivate, and train a diverse team.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being, including:
* Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
* Additional three days leave during December festive period
* Career development opportunities
* Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
* Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
* Free gym access
* Our commitment to Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places, and Healthy Culture