CASE Asia-Pacific Educational Fundraising Graduate Trainee Programme

Millions of underprivileged youths are provided access to tertiary education, while groundbreaking research work in a diverse range of areas are initiated, by virtue of funds donated worldwide. The impact of philanthropy involves creating public value and helping to advance society - this is the power of fundraising.

The CASE Asia-Pacific Educational Fundraising Graduate Trainee Programme is an exciting way to launch your career in fundraising and provides you with an opportunity to advance education to transform lives and society. This prestigious fully paid programme will begin in March 2020 for 12-months at The University of Sydney in Australia.

We invite highly motivated graduates and early/mid-career professionals to enter the exciting world of educational fundraising.

What does the traineeship include?

Trainees will be employed by the host institution - The University of Sydney on a 12-months contract. They will begin the programme at the host institution and work within each area of a university's development office - gaining experience and developing skills in alumni relations, prospect management, annual and regular giving, stewardship, fundraising campaigns, major gifts, events and partnerships. The breadth of the experience provides trainees with a fully rounded view of fundraising in higher education and the role it plays in supporting the university, current students and potential students. A mentor will be provided to the group of trainees along with networking opportunities and online resources such as the CASE Community.

As part of the professional development, trainees will participate in an induction programme at the CASE Asia-Pacific Advancement Conference 2020, held in Singapore from 20 to 23 April 2020. In addition to the CASE Asia-Pacific Advancement Conference, those on the Programme will also attend the CASE Asia-Pacific Institute in Educational Fundraising and one other CASE conference or seminar.

During the year-long placement, graduate trainees will spend one month at another co-host institution. This month-long placement will enhance the learning process through opportunities given to apply learning at another institution with an emerging development function.

What you will benefit from this programme:

This is a fixed-term contract and provides you with all-round training. You will be employed and working full-time at one of our host institutions for practical on-the-job training. You will enjoy support from CASE Asia-Pacific, who will manage the programme and provide formal training and mentoring throughout the programme. 

Duration of trainee programme: 12 months (from March 2020)
Salary: Minimally AUD $55,000 per annum
Location: Sydney (The University of Sydney) 

What we are looking for:

We are looking for candidates who are recent graduates/about to graduate/early or mid-career professional, confident and creative with highly effective communication abilities with the ability to work in Australia. Potential candidates are goal-oriented, possess excellent organisational skills, and work well in a team. They must be able to respond to the needs of a dynamic work environment to effectively progress through this programme. Previous experience in fundraising is desirable but not essential.

Eligibility criteria

Applicants must meet the following basic eligibility criteria for the CASE Asia-Pacific Graduate Trainee Programme 2020:

1. Have a demonstrable interest in fundraising, campaigning or events management
2. Must be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident

Applications for this programme are now open. Closing date for applications is 16 January 2020. To apply, please email your cover letter and CV to the programme manager Hem Kumar at hkumar@case.org

Overview of the recruitment process:

1. Applications: ends 16 January 2020
2. Preliminary interviews: January 2020
3. Host institution final interviews will be held in early February 2020
4. Offers and contracts: End February 2020
5. Start at host institution: March 2020
6. Induction week: 20 April - 23 April 2020 in Singapore

Background

Why was the CASE Asia-Pacific Educational Fundraising Graduate Trainee Programme established?

Modelled after the CASE Europe Graduate Trainee Scheme, this programme, in partnership with participating CASE member institutions aims to:

• Develop high-calibre fundraising professionals in the higher education sector;
• Raise the profile of fundraising in higher education and promote its growth;
• Develop the perception of fundraising in higher education as an attractive career option for talented individuals;
• Develop best practices, knowledge and expertise in fundraising across the higher education sector;
• Help graduates in Australia develop a peer network and provide them with a mentor at the beginning of their career.

This programme is one of the key initiatives under the CASE Asia-Pacific Board, which seeks to work with institutions to build a ready pool of well-trained development professionals, thereby promoting the advancement profession.

The Graduate Trainee Programme is sponsored by Richmond Associates and supported by Execucare