Development and Alumni Engagement, Oxford, DAE builds lifelong relationships with alumni and donors to secure philanthropic support for Oxford University priorities. As the University has just launched the Oxford Excellence Campaign , you'll join a collaborative team helping to fund groundbreaking research, transform student opportunities and address some of the world's most pressing challenges.
Are you an organised relationship-builder with a talent for coordinating projects, crafting compelling communications, and keeping complex work moving forward?
- Experience supporting projects, fundraising, communications, stakeholder engagement or similar activity within a complex organisation.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work accurately and consistently meet deadlines.
- Excellent writing and editing skills, with experience producing clear, engaging and accurate reports, briefings or other professional communications.
- Experience using data, databases or CRM systems to maintain accurate records and produce meaningful information.
- Confidence working with established processes while identifying opportunities to improve ways of working and resolve day-to-day challenges.
- The ability to handle confidential information with professionalism, discretion and sound judgement.
- Join the Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE) team at the University of Oxford and play a vital role in connecting philanthropists with world-changing research, exceptional student opportunities, and the future of one of the world's leading universities., Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world's leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges-from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions-and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations.
- 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays), with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days and extra leave after long service.
- One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, including up to 26 weeks' full-pay maternity and adoption leave and 12 weeks' full-pay paternity/partner leave.
- A commitment to hybrid and flexible working.
- An excellent contributory pension scheme.
- Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel and season ticket loans.
- Access to a vibrant community through social, cultural and sports clubs.