Fundraising and Development Administration Assistant
The National Art School is Australia’s leading art school with a progressive agenda for growth and a firm commitment to continuing studio-based education. The National Art School (NAS) is accredited through TEQSA and offers Bachelor of Fine Art, Masters and Doctorate courses in Photomedia, Painting, Sculpture, Ceramics, and Printmaking; and core subjects in Drawing and Art History and Theory. The School is at the forefront of learning, creativity and innovative practice utilising its independent identity and distinctive studio-based teaching model to deliver exceptional higher education and research, scholarship and professional practice. In 2019 the NSW Arts Minister announced a 45 year lease and ongoing funding to the National Art School as a State Significant Organisation (SSO) which has afforded ongoing certainty of tenure onsite and the foundation to build a successful independent art school.
The position
The Fundraising and Development Assistant provides administrative and research support to the National Art School (NAS) Fundraising and Development department, supporting the continued growth and success of NAS’s fundraising and development strategy.
The Fundraising and Development Assistant has frontline responsibility to provide outstanding customer service and facilitate enquiries, reporting, event administration, department correspondence, invoicing, and receipting. The role will liaise with internal and external stakeholders and assist with the planning and organisation of supporter engagement events.
What you bring to the role
A genuine interest in fundraising and development in the arts/education environment. You will be an excellent communicator and details orientated to ensure that all correspondence and reports are accurate and timely. You will have the ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information and business matters. Sound IT skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience using CRM databases will ensure your success in this role.
How to Apply
Please visit the National Art School website www.nas.edu.au for more information and to download the position description. Please include the following in your application:
• A covering letter addressing how your experience matches the job requirements.
• A comprehensive resume addressing your suitability for the role which align with the key responsibilities, qualifications and experience outlined in the position description.
If you have any questions or if we can assist in making the application process more accessible for you, please call Juanita Hyde on 02 9339 8672 or email Juanita.hyde@nas.edu.au.
Please email your application to hr@nas.edu.au
The National Art School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The closing date for all applications will be Sunday, 6 February 2022.
