Fundraising Assistant

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge Development and Alumni Relations is seeking an organised Fundraising Assistant to provide high-level administrative and operational support to the fundraising team.

You will work closely with senior fundraisers, academics and external partners to manage donor relationships, support international travel and events, maintain fundraising records, and contribute to projects shaping the University's future.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with ability to prioritise deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and databases (experience with fundraising databases is desirable).
• A professional, discreet approach to handling sensitive information.
• A collaborative team player with initiative and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex diaries, meetings, travel, and high-profile events.
• Act as the first point of contact for senior donors, volunteers, and University leaders.
• Support fundraising operations through data management, reporting, and process improvements.
• Assist with prospect research and briefing materials to support senior fundraisers.
• Provide administrative and financial process support across the team.

Skills

Organisational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office

Fundraising databases

Discretion

Team player

Tools

Fundraising databases

Job description

Are you an organised and proactive administrator looking to build a career in fundraising and higher education? This is your chance to support world-class fundraising at one of the globe's leading universities, helping to drive research, teaching, and innovation that changes lives.

As a Fundraising Assistant, you'll provide high-level administrative and operational support to our fundraising team. Working closely with senior fundraisers, academics, and external partners, you'll help manage donor relationships, support international travel and events, maintain accurate fundraising records, and contribute to projects that directly impact the University's future.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate complex diaries, meetings, travel, and high-profile events.


• Act as the first point of contact for senior donors, volunteers, and University leaders.


• Support fundraising operations through data management, reporting, and process improvements.


• Assist with prospect research and briefing materials to support senior fundraisers.


• Provide administrative and financial process support across the team.

What We're Looking For

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Confidence using Microsoft Office and databases (experience with fundraising databases is desirable).


• A professional, discreet approach to handling sensitive information.


• A collaborative team player with initiative and problem-solving ability.

Why join us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic fundraising environment.

At Cambridge Development and Alumni Relations, we support research, education and innovation tackling global challenges, from climate change to public health.

Meaningful work

Your role contributes to initiatives that make a real difference.

Inclusive culture

We value different perspectives and aim to create a place where everyone feels they belong.

Development and growth

Access training, mentoring and the wider Cambridge network to build your career.

Wellbeing and flexibility

We offer flexible working, generous leave and wellbeing support.

Strong team and resources

You'll work with experienced colleagues, good systems and a supportive environment.

Our commitment to inclusion

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you need adjustments at any stage, we'll support you.

University of Cambridge Development and Alumni Relations - do your best work here.

The closing date for this position is midnight on Sunday the 13th of September 2026.

Interviews for this position are anticipated to take place on week commencing the 21st of September 2026.

Please quote reference DH50787 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.