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Support ACU''s philanthropic ambitions and strategic objectives - make a difference! ACU offers 17% employer superannuation, salary packaging and generous leave provisions Dynamic team culture and work environment Operating within Advancement and Alumni, the Prospect Researcher & Strategist is responsible for supporting ACU''s philanthropic ambitions and objectives by identifying, researching, and analyzing prospective donors to inform and strengthen major gift fundraising strategies. This role provides high-quality, actionable intelligence on individuals, organisations, and foundations to guide donor engagement, cultivation, and solicitation efforts. By leveraging data, insights, and research tools, the Prospect Researcher & Strategy ensures fundraisers are equipped with the knowledge necessary to build strong, strategic relationships and secure philanthropic support. This newly established role provides the opportunity to determine how best the Prospect Research function can enable Philanthropy / Major Gift fundraisers for success, including developing a Prospect Research Strategy. For full position details, refer to the position description. Contact General enquiries can be sent to Janosh Biczok, Director, Advancement - Advancement and Alumni at: [email protected] What we offer: The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement. Total remuneration valued to $124,509 - $134,699 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $105,212 - $113,823 (pro rata) pa (HEW 7), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff. Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks'' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date. As an ACU staff member, you will have access to generous benefits which include but not limited to: flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging. Find out more information about the benefits or working at ACU here . Enterprise Agreement provisions Generous leave entitlements Salary packaging and salary sacrifice schemes Application Process responses to the Selection Criteria and Core Competencies in a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) or in the online Declaration and Criteria application page. brief online responses to any pre-screening employment questions. Applications close: 23-NOV-2025 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position. For permanent/ continuing roles, applicants must have permanent work rights. For further information visit Immigration and Citizenship (homeaffairs.gov.au) ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. This is underpinned by our mission and values, grounded in our respect for all people and the advancement of the common good. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact [email protected] to discuss your requirements in confidence. About ACU: Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,500 staff supporting more than 34,000 students across eight campuses - Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown and Rome. ACU aspires to be a home for our staff, offer the care of a family and develop an academic and professional community. Whatever your faith or culture, and whether you are academic or professional staff, there are many opportunities both for learning and contributing at ACU. As valued members of our community, all staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU''s mission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them. ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website. #J-18808-Ljbffr