Engagement Fundraising Officer

Lancaster University; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster University is seeking a proactive fundraiser to play a key role in delivering Annual Fund and Community Fundraising programmes at Bailrigg, Lancaster. You will develop creative campaigns and communications to inspire alumni, supporters and the local community to support the University.

You’ll work with colleagues across the University to identify fundraising opportunities, build compelling cases for support, and deliver campaigns while ensuring strong donor stewardship and regulatory

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising or supporter engagement.
• Creative and organised with ability to manage multiple projects and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Annual Fund and Community Fundraising programmes.
• Develop creative fundraising campaigns and communications.
• Identify fundraising opportunities and build supporter relationships.
• Contribute to donor stewardship and ensure activities are compliant.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor engagement

Campaign development

Project management

Communication

Job description

Philanthropy, Alumni & Supporter Engagement

Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £33,002 to £37,694full time, fixed term
Closing Date: Monday 28 September 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 07 October 2026
Reference: 0868-26

You’ll play a key role in delivering ourAnnual Fund and Community Fundraising programmes, developing creative fundraising campaigns and communications that inspire alumni, supporters and the local community to support Lancaster.

Working closely with colleagues across the University, you’ll help identify fundraising opportunities, develop compelling cases for support, deliver fundraising campaigns and build strong relationships with supporters. You’ll also contribute to donor stewardship and help ensure that fundraising activity is well planned, effective and compliant.

We’re looking for someone with experience infundraising or supporter engagement, who is creative, organised and confident managing projects and developing relationships.

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and ambitious fundraising team and make a real difference to the University and its students.

Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.

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