Do you want to help secure some of the most impactful philanthropic gifts of your career? Here at Cambridge University's Development and Alumni Relations office, we are looking for a senior major gifts fundraiser who will be part of a team delivering on some of the University's most significant priorities.
Working closely with the Director of Development, University Strategic Initiatives, and the Pro Vice Chancellor for Education and Environmental Sustainability, as well as the Heads of Cambridge's six different Schools and non-school institutions, the Senior Head of Development will play a key role in shaping and executing a University-wide, multi-year Sustainability fundraising campaign.
The Role:
You will be an experienced fundraiser and manager eager to secure gifts at the transformational level. Collaborative, strategic, and innovative in approach, you will have the ability to engage with high-net-worth individuals, C-Suite corporate and foundation leadership, senior staff across Collegiate Cambridge, as well as academics and other key stakeholders, both internally and externally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a high-impact sustainability fundraising strategy.
- Cultivate relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
- Drive engagement and secure transformational philanthropic gifts.
- Collaborate with senior University leaders and academic stakeholders.
- Lead fundraising initiatives that align with Cambridge's environmental sustainability goals.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience in senior-level fundraising with a track record of securing major gifts.
- Strong relationship-building skills with high-net-worth individuals and corporate leaders.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to innovate and drive high-level fundraising campaigns.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- A collaborative and motivated team player.
Why Cambridge? What philanthropy does here at the University of Cambridge changes the world for the better. We know what we can deliver, and we want you to help us build on the incredible successes we have already achieved. If you are intellectually curious, skilled at fostering lasting relationships, and thrive both independently and as part of a dynamic team, this is your opportunity to secure some of the biggest gifts of your career.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
The closing date for this position is the 13th of April 2025.
First round interviews for this position will take place in the week commencing the 28th of April.
Second round interviews for this position are anticipated to take place in the week commencing the 5th of May.
Please quote reference DH45286 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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