DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT - Newington College

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
STANMORE
COMMENCEMENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Newington College is a boys' school of the Uniting Church in Australia, founded in 1863 and a member of the
AAGPS of NSW. There are approximately 1900 boys across three campuses, with around 1250 boys at the
Secondary School, including 50 boarders. The remaining boys attend the Preparatory Schools at either Wyvern
House (Stanmore) or Lindfield.
Newington College is dedicated to excellence in education for boys, and the realisation of each child’s potential,
providing a balanced curriculum encompassing the spiritual, academic, cultural, physical and practical areas of
learning. At Newington College we pride ourselves on our dynamic approaches to teaching boys.
Through its wholehearted commitment to the best in education for boys, the College is devoted to the pursuit of
excellence in all that a boy does and achieves. Each boy is valued for his unique capacity to contribute to the life
of the College. Newington’s traditions of individuality, diversity and community are trademarks of our boys; they
are the cornerstones on which our College was built and the heritage for its future.
Stanmore is in the inner western suburbs of Sydney, about 3km from the University of Sydney and 6km from the
central business district of Sydney. It is served by a railway station approximately 300m from the main gates to
the College.
Further information about the College, its programs and the Educational Strategic Plan is available on the College
website: www.newington.nsw.edu.au
A. OUTLINE
Despite our 150 year history there has, until recent times, been a lack of focus on nurturing a philanthropic
culture for Newington. Over the past 4 years there has been an intensive and highly successful campaign to
significantly boost:
a) funds via a capital appeal for the new Sesquicentenary buildings
b) funds for targeted bursaries
c) a bequest program
d) stewardship programs
e) re-engagement of Old Boys with the College
f) AIS USA Foundation links
g) a philanthropic culture and expectation
h) relationship building.
The Development Department has responsibility for all Development, the nurturing of the Old Newingtonians’
Union (ONU) (including the 70 Club), Alumni and the College Archives.

B. ROLE DESCRIPTION
The Director of Development is responsible for:
1. Leading and successfully implementing the philanthropic programmes and initiatives of the College.
2. Developing a positive engagement with all key stakeholders (Old Boys, Parents, Alumni, Staff, and Boys).
3. Leadership of the Development Department team members and operations. This includes:
a. Old Newingtonians’ Union Officer – Old Boys activities
b. Archivist and Archives Volunteers– Archives
c. Development Officer – Development and Alumni activities
4. Assessing the recent (2010-2013) campaign and implementing a new strategic plan for the immediate,
medium and long term development goals. Areas may include:
a. voluntary donations with fees
b. annual appeal
c. capital campaign – targeted or rolling
d. bursaries
e. bequests via the Founders Society
f. growth of contributions from high net worth individuals
g. AIS USA Foundation opportunities
h. facility hire opportunities
i. role of a Foundation Board and its members
j. grant applications.
5. Developing a strong stewardship program that regularly acknowledges and thanks all donors and
contributors.
6. Forging excellent working relationships with other key staff – this includes Headmaster, Heads of Campus
(3), Head of Corporate Services, Manager of Finance, Director of Communications, Director of ICT, Deputy
Heads of Campus and Head of Co-Curricular.
Further details about this position can be obtained by contacting Dr David Mulford, Headmaster via email at:
hm@newington.nsw.edu.au or telephone (02) 9568 9333.
C. THE EDUCATIONAL STRATEGIC PLAN AND AIMS OF THE COLLEGE
The Educational Strategic Plan for 2010-2014 and Annual Reports with updates and the Aims of the College are
to be found on the College website.
The Director of Development must positively represent the College to the wider community. It is expected that the
Director will be knowledgeable and fully support the ethos, vision, goals and operations of the College.
D. PRIVACY GUIDELINES
1. In applying for this position applicants will provide Newington College with personal information. Human
Resources can be contacted by telephone on (02) 9568 9525 or email: recruit@newington.nsw.edu.au
2. If applicants provide personal information, for example name and address or information contained on
resumes, the College will collect the information in order to assess the application.
3. Applicants agree that the College may store this information for three months.
4. Applicants may seek access to the personal information held by the College if unsuccessful in obtaining
a position. However, access may be denied, if for example: access would have an unreasonable impact
on the privacy of others.
5. The College will not disclose this information to a third party without the applicant’s consent.

6. If applicants provide personal information of others, they will be encouraged to inform them that they are
disclosing this information to the College and why; that they can access this information if they wish; that
the College does not usually disclose information to third parties; and that the College may store this
information for three months.
E. CHILD PROTECTION
The successful applicant will be subject to employment screening processes with the NSW Office of the Children’s
Guardian and will be required to make a formal child protection application. For further information go to:
https://wwccheck.ccyp.nsw.gov.au/Applicants/Application#
F. SELECTION CRITERIA
It would be expected that the successful candidate will have:
Sound judgment, integrity, trustworthiness and personal credibility.
Ability to listen and empathise with all community members.
Successful track record in philanthropic fundraising and an understanding of its applicability to a school
environment.
Demonstrated results in the area of major gifts.
Ability to provide strategic direction and implementation for the College’s fundraising programme.
Outstanding communication, presentation, ICT and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop, maintain and manage key relationships; and gain respect and support at all levels.
Ability to articulate an informed enthusiasm for the College.
Proficiency in database management for fundraising purposes and trend analysis.
Proficiency with multitasking, researching and creative approaches to development activities.
Ability to be persistent and goal orientated.
Willing and able to do the “ask”.
It is recommended that you use this information, the information contained on the College website and your own
initiative to present a curriculum vitae that reflects you, your career to date and your priorities.
G. PACKAGE
An attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful applicant. Leave will be set at 6 weeks.
H. GUIDELINES FOR THE APPLICATION:
a) To apply for this position you must be eligible to work in Australia e.g. hold an appropriate and current
Australian work visa.
b) Applications should not be more than eight A4 pages as one attachment (PDF format preferred).
c) Applications should have a covering letter of not more than two pages, which includes a statement in
support of your candidacy.
d) Applicants must apply by completing the online application form available at:
www.newington.nsw.edu.au/about/employment
e) All applications will be acknowledged after the closing date.
f) Applications must also include the following information:
Personal details (a photograph is optional)
Qualifications (please include the date of each qualification and the name of the institution). Shortlisted
applicants will be asked to bring original documents or certified copies of transcripts of
qualifications and statements of service to the interview
A summary of your current position
A concise summary of your employment history (beginning with the most recent position)
Membership of any professional associations, co-curricular involvement interests and expertise
Names, positions and contact details for three (3) referees
Must include referees that hold supervisory positions.
g) Applications close 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 3 September 2013.