Head,ProspectResearchandManagement

## Overview: * **Full-time, Continuing position** * **$135,978 - $145,693 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements** * **Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working** **About You** RMIT is seeking an experienced prospect researcher ready to step into a senior, strategic role. As Head of Prospect Research and Management, you will bring structure, clarity and momentum to the way that prospect research and portfolio management are delivered across fundraising activity within Advancement. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will set frameworks, define priorities, and lift capability in an area critical to long term success. You will work closely with fundraisers and the Leadership Team in Advancement to establish clear processes, manage demand, and ensure prospect insights are used effectively to drive decision making. This role is ideal for someone who has worked within established prospect research environments, understands best practice frameworks, and is motivated by building scalable, sustainable ways of working that deliver real impact. To be successful in this position, you’ll have: * Extensive knowledge and experience implementing and managing comprehensive prospect research and management programs, preferably in a Higher Education/Further Education setting. * Strong capabilities gained through experience of research techniques, research resources, and information management issues. * Experience leading a team of subject matter experts in a complex environment. * Proven ability to develop constructive relationships and to influence, negotiate and collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders to meet objectives. * Ability to think creatively and apply innovative concepts when negotiating or providing advice. * Strong communications skills. * Excellent organisational skills, ability to oversee multiple projects concurrently, and consistently meet deadlines. * Excellent analytical and reporting skills, including the abilit