The Office of Development and Alumni Relations at Edith Cowan University (ECU) is responsible for building lifelong, mutually beneficial relationships between the University’s alumni, business, and the community, leading ECU’s fundraising agenda. The environment is exciting, varied, fast moving and meaningful. Our Alumni Relations team is responsible for maintaining the relationships of a growing community of over 175,000 alumni and former staff, all over the world, providing support and increasing engagement with the University.
It is an exciting time to join ECU as the University embarks on a transformational journey to create Western Australia’s first comprehensive city university campus. With its completion in late 2025 and opening in semester one 2026, ECU will move its world-class creative industries portfolio, including the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), into the Perth CBD.
This is an exceptional career opportunity for a high energy, experienced stakeholder engagement professional, who will lead ECU’s Alumni Relations team at a time of great opportunity and transformation. Providing oversight of events, programs and initiatives, this role will also play a key role in supporting the philanthropic goals of ECU. Key focuses of this role include expansion of mentoring programs, identifying meaningful opportunities for the University to connect with a global network of alumni, as well as support of our fundraising priorities; and liaison and reporting at an executive level.
Key capabilities
The successful candidate will have demonstrated success in alumni relations, community engagement, or fundraising within higher education or similar sectors. They will possess the following capabilities:
Strategic thinker , bringing innovative ideas to shape the future of alumni engagement;
Exceptional relationship-building skills , with a talent for forging and maintaining long-term, mutually beneficial relationships;
Strong leadership and team management abilities , with a proven track record of motivating and developing high-performing teams;
Outstanding communicator , able to present ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences;
Cultural awareness and sensitivity , skilled in engaging diverse communities;
Creative problem solver , capable of managing multiple priorities and making informed decisions;
Data-driven mindset , with the ability to evaluate program outcomes and implement continuous improvements;
Resilient and adaptable , able to navigate the changing landscape of higher education and stakeholder needs.
All ECU staff demonstrate personal attributes that are aligned with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence and Courage.
Benefits & Remuneration
This full-time, ongoing position attracts salary of $154,821 to $ $161,909 pa (including 17% superannuation) + Leave Loading.
For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our Employment Opportunities website.
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Susan Schofield at [email protected] for more information.
How to Apply
Please upload an up-to-date resume and a statement (max 2 pages) that outlines your suitability for this role in reference to the capabilities outlined above and unique skills you can bring to the team.
Closing Date:
Applications close on Friday, 13 June 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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