Missouri Western State University

The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) is responsible for coordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. DARO is part of Advancement, along with Marketing and Communications, and contributes to the enhancement of Durham University's reputation as globally outstanding, inclusive, and forward-looking. We are an ambitious and committed team with a collaborative and collegiate culture. The Development Team within DARO is ultimately responsible for: soliciting major and principal donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding major and principal donors through reports, presentations, events and face-to-face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective benefactors on campus; and managing relationships with high-level stakeholders on behalf of the University. The Development Manager will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donations of £10,000 - £100,000. The post-holder's portfolio will be centred around individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary campaign, known as Durham 200. Durham 200 is a major philanthropic initiative in recognition of the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, which seeks to create a step-change in philanthropic income and increase significantly the impact of giving to Durham. The post-holder must be versatile and able to work closely with senior University leaders, prominent and public figures, major benefactors and advocates, and senior volunteers in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of major donations and the advancement of Durham University. This is a hybrid role based in Durham, with a requirement to be on site at least two days per week and a considerable amount of travel within the UK and potentially further afield. From early 2025 the base location for this role will change from our Durham City Centre site to our exciting new professional services hub based at Boldon House. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House will bring a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more about this project, please visit this webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

The Role and Department The Trusts and Foundations Manager will take an active role in liaising with colleagues to establish funding needs, researching and cultivating funders new and old, submitting applications, administering gifts and stewarding donors. They will collaborate with colleagues across the University in academic, college, professional services and leadership roles. They will represent the Institutional Funders Team in a positive supportive manner while balancing the need for the team to align with DARO's strategic priorities and fundraising campaign. The Trusts and Foundations Manager will research funding opportunities and record information on DARO's Raiser's Edge database, providing a resource which can be regularly updated and interrogated as required. They will develop and strengthen relationships with trusts and foundations by networking and making introductions to new funders where appropriate and keeping channels of communication open with existing partners. In addition to trusts and foundations, funders might include statutory funders and religious orders. The Trusts and Foundations Manager will tailor their approach to each funder to ensure they are using the appropriate channels. They will take a lead on writing selected applications, drawing on colleagues' strengths, and be able to articulate the funding need in the context of the University's wider strategy. The value of applications may range from mid-level grants to £100,000 plus. As required, they will organise and host tailored funder visits to the University, working with colleagues including senior staff and providing briefings. They will record the outcome of applications and any feedback. Where an application is successful, they will assist with gift administration. They will encourage ongoing dialogue with funders where possible and they will maintain funder records on Raiser's Edge by recording interactions and noting any requirements for future action. They will work collaboratively and flexibly with all colleagues in the Institutional Funders Team to maximise income for the benefit of the University. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration) Salary package: $98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms:  Full Time, Continuing (Contingent Funded) Position Description and Selection Criteria: Administration Coordinator.pdf flexible arrangements will be considered This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of December 2028 The Position The Administration Coordinator will play a pivotal role in developing the foundations that enable the smooth operations and strategic ambitions of the McCusker Institute. Working as part of a core team with links across the University network you will provide high-level administrative, project management, and operational support, coordinating the delivery of the SoCIETIE Initiative and student engagement. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day functions such as scheduling, budgeting, logistics, reporting, and governance support, as well as developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maximise the Institute’s impact. You will also support business development, education design, and integration of diverse inputs to deliver high-quality outcomes for learners and partners. The Person We are seeking a highly organised and proactive individual with proven administration and full-cycle project management skills. You will have demonstrated experience in navigating complex environments, and enjoy engaging with a wide range of internal University and external partner stakeholders to enable education design coordination and delivery. Your excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail and high-level computer literacy will be key to establishing and enhancing our operational procedures and systems, as well as identifying opportunities for efficiency and automation that enable this exciting new initiative to scale. You should demonstrate strong interpersonal abilities and a commitment to community outcomes. Experience working in dynamic start-up environments, and with the community or for-purpose sector will be highly regarded. The School/Department The McCusker Institute is a hub for transdisciplinary learning, problem solving, and collaboration for social impact. It connects students, researchers, practitioners, partners, and for-purpose organisations to tackle complex challenges facing communities. Its flagship SoCIETIE Initiative bridges academic and experiential learning, research, and real-world application, focusing on creating positive social change. The College/Division This role sits within the Deputy Vice Chancellor Education portfolio, which is dedicated to fostering academic excellence. Operating as a bridge across Colleges and Schools, the McCusker Institute is a key pillar in enabling university wide graduate attributes, with a focus on transdisciplinary problem-solving, and championing  innovative learning and teaching. For further information please contact, Michelle Cheah E: McCuskerInstitute@anu.edu.au. 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 people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details. Application information In order to apply for this role 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. Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date: Sunday, 8 March 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)