Senior Major Gifts Fundraiser — Donor Relations

Sidney Sussex College Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

USS pension scheme

Free college meals when on duty

Free college gym

Job summary

Sidney Sussex College Cambridge is seeking an ambitious fundraiser to take ownership of donor relationships, grow major gifts, and play a central role in the College's philanthropic ambitions. You'll manage your own portfolio, identify and cultivate new prospects, and secure five to six figure gifts with personalised stewardship that highlights the impact of donors' support.

Join a collaborative Development and Alumni Relations team and meet supporters in Cambridge, across the UK and

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising or comparable field
• Ability to identify, qualify and cultivate new prospects
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Capacity to secure five to six figure gifts and steward donors

Responsibilities

• Manage your own donor portfolio and develop relationships
• Identify, qualify and cultivate new prospects
• Secure five to six figure gifts from donors
• Deliver high-value, personalised stewardship showing impact of giving
• Collaborate with the Development and Alumni Relations team and meet donors in Cambridge, across the UK and internationally

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relationships

Major gifts

Networking

Communication

Job description

Sidney Sussex College Cambridge is seeking an ambitious fundraiser to take ownership of donor relationships, grow major gifts, and play a central role in the College's philanthropic ambitions. You'll manage your own portfolio, identify and cultivate new prospects, and secure five to six figure gifts with personalised stewardship that highlights the impact of donors' support.

Join a collaborative Development and Alumni Relations team and meet supporters in Cambridge, across the UK and