Fundraising Officer

3 days ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom University of Reading Full time

We are seeking a fundraising officer to lead and deliver a portfolio of fundraising activities to maximise life-time value donations from our regular giving pool (donors gifting up to £1,000 a year). Projects within the portfolio will be defined by specific strategic objectives and will vary year on year, but will typically include: direct mail postal appeals, telephone campaigns, crowdfunding, giving days and on-line campaigns.

This is a crucial time for the University's regular giving programme. Students continue to be hit hard by the cost of living crisis and your work will be vital to ensuring students can complete their studies and maximise their experiences whilst at university. Fundraising will also be a key part of the Unversity's Centenary planning

You will work closely with motivated colleagues to raise vital funds from a range of supporters including university alumni.

You will have:

  • A demonstrable interest in and experience of fundraising
  • Experience planning and managing long term projects
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Good all round IT skills
  • Experience of analysing metrics to improve future work

Interview date - 12th August 2024

Informal contact details

Contact role: Campaign Projects Officer
Contact name: Janice Galvin
Contact phone:
Contact email:

Alternative informal contact details

Contact role:Associate Director of Principal Gifts
Contact name: Hilary Splicer
Contact email:

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

£33,966 to £44,263 per annum


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