Trustee, Marine Science Endowment & Strategy

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading marine science organization is seeking two Trustees for its Board to guide the development of a new Endowment Fund aimed at securing sustainable funding for PhD studentships in marine research in Scotland. Candidates with expertise in philanthropy, fundraising, and investment management are encouraged to apply. The positions are unremunerated but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed, with an initial term of 3 years.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising in higher education or environmental sector.
• Proven ability in building philanthropic relationships and networks.
• Knowledge in investment management and endowment strategy.

Responsibilities

• Advise on fundraising strategy and philanthropic engagement.
• Support investment and endowment management.
• Champion the Graduate School’s mission and impact.

Skills

Fundraising in higher education

Building philanthropic relationships

Investment management

Higher education governance

Marine or environmental science research

Job description

A leading marine science organization is seeking two Trustees for its Board to guide the development of a new Endowment Fund aimed at securing sustainable funding for PhD studentships in marine research in Scotland. Candidates with expertise in philanthropy, fundraising, and investment management are encouraged to apply. The positions are unremunerated but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed, with an initial term of 3 years.