Fundraising Executive

Adecco Portugal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 68,880,000 - 75,768,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

3-month contract

Job summary

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is seeking a Fundraising Executive for the Regular Giving and Legacy Giving Team within the Advancement Division at a leading business school. The role is a temporary, full-time position based in White City with hybrid working 2/3 days in the office.

You will develop and implement fundraising strategies, manage donor relationships, and collaborate with team members to drive stewardship and campaign success.

Qualifications

• Extensive fundraising experience with direct marketing programmes.
• Ability to manage a pool of mid-level prospects.
• Strong relationship management with diverse stakeholders.
• Project management experience in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for regular and mid-level asks to the Dean's Fund, targeting alumni scholarship recipients.
• Collaborate with Regular Giving Officers to identify donor stewardship, upgrades, and acquisition opportunities.
• Research alumni prospects to inform targeted fundraising initiatives and coordinate with the Head of Development for major gift asks.
• Create tailored stewardship materials and activities to enhance the donor experience.
• Coordinate with Advancement Operations to ensure smooth processing of philanthropic income.
• Analyse fundraising data and provide insights to improve campaigns.

Skills

Relationship management

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Business School (IB) Philanthropy Executive

Hourly Rate: £26.41

Contract Length: 3 months

Working Pattern: Full Time

Location: White City. Hybrid working 2/3 days in office per week

Our client, a prominent institution in the field of business education, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Fundraising Executive to join their Regular Giving and Legacy Giving Team within the Advancement Division. This temporary position is a fantastic opportunity for an individual passionate about philanthropy and skilled in cultivating donor relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies for regular and mid-level asks to the Dean's Fund, specifically targeting alumni recipients of scholarships.
• Collaborate with Regular Giving Officers to identify opportunities for donor stewardship, upgrades, and acquisition.
• Conduct research on alumni prospects to inform targeted fundraising initiatives, ensuring effective communication with the Head of Development for major gift asks.
• Create tailored stewardship materials and activities that enhance the donor experience.
• Work with the Advancement Operations team to ensure smooth processing of philanthropic income.
• Analyse data related to fundraising activities, providing insights and recommendations for campaign improvement.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Extensive experience in fundraising, with a track record in direct marketing programmes, whether through digital channels, direct mail, or telethons.
• A solid understanding of mid-level fundraising practises and the ability to manage a pool of prospects.
• Strong relationship management skills, capable of working effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Project management experience with a proven ability to deliver results in complex environments.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of fundraising practises and their alignment with organisational goals.
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer.

It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply.

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If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.