Job Details

Funding support from individual donors, trusts/foundations and corporate partners is critical to the continued success of the School. The leadership team and Board now seek a new Head of Development who will lead all aspects of The Australian Ballet School Development functions to secure significant financial resources for the School’s education and supporting programs.

The successful candidate will bring demonstrable experience in a similar role, ideally gained in education and / or the arts, with a track record of fundraising success across the full suite of fundraising programs. Superior stakeholder management skills with the ability to cultivate and steward major donors will be critical.

If you are a creative and collaborative fundraising professional with a passion for dance and education please reach out to Jocelyn Kelty, Director, Australia Office at Richmond Associates on +61 (0)2 8218 2185 for a confidential discussion, or at info@richmond-associates.com.

Closing date for applications is Monday 17 November 2025.

First interviews with ABS will take place on 27 November with panel interviews taking place on 3 December 2025.

Please tell us if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to help you in your application or with our recruitment process.