Drive data-informed insights and innovation to strengthen alumni and donor engagement Shape the future of Advancement through strategic leadership and operational excellence Full time, Fixed-Term role until January 2027 based in Hobart or Launceston About the opportunity The Manager, Advancement Services provides the necessary management and coordination of priorities pertaining to Advancement governance, strategy and planning, data management, reporting and analytics, and project management to deliver on the Advancement offices strategic priorities. The role is required to manage, develop and grow a high performing Advancement Services portfolio enabling a positive, progressive engagement experience for alumni, donors and other critical stakeholders. What you’ll do: Lead and coordinate the operations of the University’s Advancement service. Manage the suite of Advancement governance instruments. Develop and manage the Advancement team’s prospect research program. Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement. Project manage a rolling program of special projects which require analysis of data with view to improve the quality and impact of services provided. What we’re looking for: Proven experience using project management methodology to provide successful and disciplined delivery of projects and initiatives on time and strategically aligned. Excellent skills and proven experience in managing, analysing and presenting data. Strong attention to detail and an objective, analytic and evidence-based approach to managing initiatives and projects. Excellent interpersonal skills ensuring capacity to engage and maintain successful working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and to work effectively in a team. Excellent communication skills including writing ability to produce high quality reports and briefing documents. Salary details Appointment to this role will be at HEO 8 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $152,033 comprising base salary within the range of $114,282 to $129,943 plus 17% superannuation. How to Apply This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff. In submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application. To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success criteria. For further information about this position, please contact Rebecca Cuthill, Director, Advancement, Rebecca.Cuthill@utas.edu.au Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process. Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details. Position Description - 501534 - Manager Advancement Services.pdf Applications close Sunday, 2 November 2025, 11.55pm The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process. To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
