Lyle School of Engineering

The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co-ordinating 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. We contribute 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 donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding 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. Senior Development Managers are primarily responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding principal/major donations of £100K - £1M+. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of some of the University's most senior benefactors and advocates, working closely with senior colleagues across the University but with a particular focus on our colleges and wider student experience activity. Your portfolio will primarily comprise individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Senior Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step-change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The post-holder must be versatile and able to work closely and with senior alumni, University leaders, prominent and public figures, the trustees of regional, national and global funding bodies, major benefactors and advocates, in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of principal/major donations and the advancement of Durham 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.

Lead a high-performing Professional Experience (placement) team Drive strategic partnerships across education sectors Oversee governance, compliance and placement excellence Be Bold. Belong. Be More. At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you. A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you. You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great. Your opportunity Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education is seeking a Senior Manager, Professional Experience to provide strategic and operational leadership of the Faculty’s Professional Experience program. This pivotal leadership role will drive the development, continuous improvement and governance of one of the University’s most critical student-facing functions, ensuring high quality placement experiences that meet accreditation, compliance and regulatory standards. Working closely with the Associate Dean (Education Partnerships), and Faculty Executive, you will lead a large, multilayered professional team responsible for coordinating professional placements across Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary and Higher Education programs. You will shape service delivery models, strengthen external partnerships, optimise systems and processes, and ensure a culture of service excellence aligned with the University’s strategic objectives.   You will make an impact by: Providing strategic and operational leadership of the Professional Experience Centre, driving continuous improvement, service performance, workforce planning and sustainable operating models Leading and developing a high performing Professional Experience team, setting clear expectations, building leadership capability, and fostering a resilient, student-focused service culture Oversee governance, compliance and risk management across professional experience programs, ensuring alignment with accreditation, WHS, legal and regulatory obligations Establish and strengthen strategic partnerships with schools, ECEC settings, accrediting authorities and government bodies to secure and sustain quality placement opportunities Drive data informed decision making, reporting and system optimization, including SONIA and CRM platforms, to enhance placement outcomes and student experience What you will bring You’re a strategic and experienced leader with a strong track record in managing complex, student-facing operations within highly regulated environments. You bring commercial acumen, governance expertise and a deep understanding of service delivery, combined with the ability to lead teams through change and continuous improvement. To succeed in this role, you will also need: Postgraduate qualifications in Education, Business, Administration, Management or a related field, with extensive experience leading placements or student services in a higher education or a comparable environment Demonstrated success leading large-scale professional experience or placement programs within complex and regulated settings Proven ability to lead and develop multilayered professional teams, manage budgets and resources, and drive a high-performance service culture Extensive experience building and sustaining external partnerships across education or industry sectors  Strong analytical capability, with experience using data, reporting frameworks and CRM systems to inform strategy, compliance and service excellence Why Southern Cross University SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world. Your opportunity is: Full-time, continuing (permanent) Located at Gold Coast, QLD 4225 or Lismore, NSW 2480. Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450 also considered. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities HEW Level 10. The base salary ranges from $142,445 - $161,055 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $188,434. You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University Be more with Southern Cross University today Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information. Name: Professor Amy Cutter-Mackenzie-Knowles Executive Dean, Faculty of Education Email: EAEducation@scu.edu.au   Applications close 11.30pm AEST 22 March 2026. Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website.    Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to jobs@scu.edu.au. Position Description How to apply: Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. Login to an existing account or reset your password Preview Application Form By choosing to continue, you agree to the Privacy Notice. Show Privacy Notice

37 Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics Startdate: 01.04.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §54 VwGr. IVa Limited until: 31.03.2029 Reference no.: 5327 Your personal sphere of influence: As a Data Steward at the Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics, you will manage the faculty Data Center, support researchers in the sustainable handling of research data and the development of strategies for discipline-specific and cross-disciplinary Research Data Management that complies with the FAIR principles and makes data findable, accessible, interoperable and re-usable. In this shared position between the Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics and the Research Data Management Team of the University Library, you will inhabit a supporting role at the intersection between research and research infrastructure. Your workplace is located at the Deans’ Office of the Faculty at the Oskar-Morgenstern Platz. Together with the researchers, experts from central research support services (University Library, Central IT, Research Services), as well as Data Stewards from other faculties/centres, you will further develop the Research Data Management at the faculty and University. You can expect a diverse and forward-looking work environment that offers room for personal growth and the unique opportunity to actively shape and further develop this role. The position is limited to a term of 3 years. Your future tasks: Support and advice for researchers and students with regard to data access and processing Managing data access Documenting how data is used by researchers and students Advising and assisting researchers in the areas of research data management and open science, including support in creating data management plans, organizing data, and preparing data for publication in appropriate repositories Designing and developing innovative discipline-specific services in the area of Research Data Management Building awareness for sustainable Research Data Management Developing workflows, policies and standards for Research Data Management Designing and delivering needs-based training on Research Data Management and Open Science Conducting needs assessments among the faculty Networking in university, national and international initiatives Your Profile: Master’s degree or a Diploma in one of the fields of study at the Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics, Computer Science, Natural Sciences and/or experience in data stewardship Interest or experience in the area of Research Data Management and Open Science Good knowledge of research practice, as well as a broad understanding of how research operates and how data and software underpin reproducible research Experience with designing and delivering training Very good command of written and spoken English Good command of written and spoken German or a willingness to acquire it Willingness to learn Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Creativity and innovative spirit Service orientation, ability to work under pressure and flexibility Independent, accurate and systematic way of working Ability to work in a team What we offer: Work-life balance: You have flexible working hours and can also work remotely, with mutual consent also part-time. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of a dedicated team with a diverse university background in a relaxed working environment. Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training: We offer you the opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.450,30 increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to every additional personality in the team! It’s that easy to apply: With your CV and letter of motivation  Leaving Certificate Via our job portal / Apply now-button If you have any content questions, please contact: Daniela Geppert daniela.geppert@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection Application deadline: 03/11/2026 Research & Teaching Services