Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity
We are seeking a Development Manager to fundraise and partner with our Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FMHS) and institutes, connecting world-leading research, teaching and health initiatives with individual donors, corporate partners and philanthropic organisations.
Together, these organisations form a nationally significant health, research and innovation portfolio dedicated to improving health outcomes for New Zealand and beyond. Bringing together expertise across medicine, health sciences, engineering and technology, they support groundbreaking research, transformative education and collaborative partnerships that address some of society's most pressing health challenges.
As part of the Alumni Relations and Development team, you will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and supporters, building strong relationships and developing tailored engagement strategies that lead to significant philanthropic investment. Working closely with the Dean, senior academic leaders, researchers and colleagues across the University, you will help identify opportunities that inspire donors to support transformative research, student success and innovation.
This is a highly relationship-focused fundraising role that combines strategy, donor engagement and major gift development. You will guide prospects through the full donor journey, from identification and cultivation through to solicitation and stewardship, building trusted relationships with high-net-worth individuals, trusts, foundations and corporate partners. Success in this role comes from curiosity, initiative, strong commercial acumen and the ability to connect donors with opportunities that create meaningful and lasting impact.
Your responsibilities will include:
This is a permanent, full-time position (37.5 hours per week). The salary range for this role is $118,000 to $128,000, negotiable depending on skills and experience.
A full description of your duties and the role is provided in the position description linked HERE
He kōrero mōu | About you
You are an experienced fundraiser or relationship manager with a track record of building meaningful, long-term relationships that lead to significant financial investment. You are comfortable engaging with high-net-worth individuals, philanthropic trusts, foundations and senior corporate stakeholders, and understand how to move relationships from initial engagement through to successful solicitation and stewardship.
You are naturally curious and enjoy understanding people's motivations, interests and aspirations. You know how to develop trust, identify alignment between donor interests and organisational priorities, and create compelling opportunities for support. Equally comfortable working independently and collaboratively, you thrive in a relationship-driven environment where success comes from strategic engagement, persistence and excellent stakeholder management.
E rapua ana mātou | We are seeking
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university, guided by a commitment to excellence and service to our communities. With more than 6,000 academic and professional staff, we support a diverse community of over 47,000 students.
Guided by our values, we work collaboratively to advance knowledge, foster equity and inclusion, and contribute meaningfully to New Zealand’s social, cultural, and economic well-being.
We cultivate an environment that supports your growth and rewards excellence with a range of staff benefits, including:
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Please submit your application online by the closing date of Sunday, 18 October 2026. Your application should include:
Please note that we do not accept email applications.
For a confidential discussion, you are welcome to contact Neil Gardner, Senior Recruitment Consultant, via [email protected]
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
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