Patrons Coordinator

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Cambridge is seeking a Patrons Coordinator to manage and develop its Patron schemes. The role involves planning events, creating digital content, and collaborating with various teams to increase philanthropic support. Candidates should have strong event management and data analysis skills. This position offers a supportive workplace and a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Substantial holiday allowance

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and delivering successful events.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Strong communication skills to create engaging content.
• Experience with data management and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Patron events and initiatives.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the patron schemes.
• Support strategic development of Membership and Individual Giving.
• Collaborate with colleagues on acquisition and retention campaigns.

Skills

Event planning

CRM management

Digital content creation

Data analysis

Fundraising strategy

Tools

Tessitura

Job description

Patrons Coordinator

Department/Location: Fitzwilliam Museum

Salary: £31,236 - £35,608

Reference: DA47948

Category: Assistant staff

Closing Date: 4 January 2026

The Fitzwilliam Museum: Opening up the past to transform our futures. As the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region, The Fitzwilliam Museum acts as a crucial bridge between the University, the City and the rest of the world, and has an international reputation for extraordinary research, world‑class exhibitions, award‑winning public programmes and significant collections spanning many cultures and centuries. The Hamilton Kerr Institute (HKI) is one of the world’s leading centres for teaching and research in conservation and heritage science.

The Patrons Coordinator will play a pivotal role in managing the Museum’s portfolio of existing and prospective Patrons, who are a vital part of the continued growth in philanthropic support. The role is central to the Museum’s objectives of delivering outstanding experiences for audiences, increasing reach, engagement and loyalty, and growing philanthropic income. Contributing to the Membership and Individual Giving strategy, the coordinator will manage day‑to‑day operations and support the strategic development and delivery of the Fitzwilliam Museum’s patron schemes, currently comprising a single tier, the Marlay Group, with new tiers in development. The role will manage the administration and stewardship of Patrons and the day‑to‑day administration of the Marlay Committee, who act as ambassadors for the Marlay Group and the wider Museum.

• Plan, develop and deliver Patron events and initiatives.
• Work with colleagues in CRM, digital and brand on acquisition and retention campaigns.
• Produce bespoke digital content, communications and marketing materials, and support pathways to further philanthropic giving.
• Use tools, including the Museums CRM platform Tessitura, to manage and analyse memberships and donation data, track performance against KPIs, identify trends and opportunities for growth and generate insights to shape future strategy.
• Collaborate with colleagues in CUDAR, Cambridge University’s Development and Alumni Relations department, on prospects and legacies, ensuring a consistent supporter experience and that opportunities for further philanthropic support are identified and managed effectively and efficiently.

In return, we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace, a generous pension scheme, substantial holiday allowance, and a range of employee benefits, including retail discounts.

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Interviews for the role will be held on 22nd and 23rd January 2026.

Please quote reference DA47948 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.

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