Senior Academic Officer

Strathclyde would like to appoint an early career fundraiser to the role of Alumni Fund Officer, working within itsestablished and successful Alumni and Development team. This role will deliver fundraising programmes to supportthe University’s Alumni Fund – a fund which is championed by many thousands of our graduates, and which supportsthe whole student experience.
You will deliver a range of fundraising projects including an annual student telethon campaign, direct mail, anddigital projects (including Giving Day campaigns). Working across the University, you will develop close andsupportive relationships with senior staff and talented students alike.
The University’s Alumni Fund helps students to have an outstanding student experience by funding a range of projectsincluding scholarships for students in need; community programmes; learning resourcesand student-led projects. You will raise awareness of the Fund to the student community, and you will manage thefunding application process, taking an active role in awarding funding to successful projects.
This is an exciting time to be part of the Alumni & Development team at Strathclyde in the University’s DiamondJubilee anniversary, celebrating its achievements and its future ambitions for its students, research, andteaching.
You will also have strong project management and administrative skills and the ability to createpowerful content which introduces donors to the need for the Alumni Fund at Strathclyde and its positive impactfor our students.
We are delighted to offer a significant opportunity for a Senior Development Officer at the University of Dundee, arenowned institution celebrated for its world-class research and innovative teaching. The University of Dundee has been a beacon of innovation for over five decades, with notable achievements thatinclude pioneering flat-screen technology and keyhole surgery, and playing a vital role in Dundee’s regenerationthrough initiatives like the V&A Museum of Design. With a global alumni network of over 100,000 graduates,the university has a robust foundation for fundraising and alumni relations.
The successful candidate will join the Directorate of External Relations, where they will be instrumental in securingsubstantial donations for priority projects such as scholarships, research, and infrastructure. The roleinvolves engaging with a diverse range of donors, planning and executing fundraising events, and craftingstrategies to maximise donor contributions.
The University of Dundee is in an exciting phase of its development, with a strategic vision focused on enhancing itssocial impact both locally and globally. The Senior Development Officer will be key to realising this vision,requiring a dynamic and committed individual who can harness the power of philanthropy to make a genuineimpact.
This full-time role is based in Dundee and offers a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package. It istailored for someone passionate about higher education and research, possessing the drive to engage and inspiredonors towards contributing to the university’s ambitious goals.
If you are looking to lead transformative change and thrive in a vibrant academic community, the role of SeniorDevelopment Officer at the University of Dundee offers a unique and rewarding opportunity.
This post is full time (35 hours per week) and open ended (permanent). Relocation assistance will be provided whereappropriate.
The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 572 years. Today, we are one of the world'stop 100 universities and ranked 13th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings2023, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the bestuniversities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our pastachievements inspire our current world changers.
In line with the University Strategy, World-Changers Together: Our people centered values govern ourbehaviours as we work together for the good of the university and in support of our community, which is made upof circa 35,000 students and 10,000 staff.
As a key member of the Student Wellbeing & Inclusion Team, and in partnership with People and OrganisationalDevelopment, the University Chaplain leads the spiritual life of the institution, providing pastoral support toall members of our diverse University community.
Besides officiating at services of Christian worship in the Memorial Chapel, the role-holder is the leader of theUniversity’s interfaith Chaplaincy which includes volunteer faith contacts from a range of denominations, faithbackgrounds and positions. Given the University’s ethnic diversity and religious plurality, the Chaplaincyteam works with a variety of faith groups and leaders to offer spiritual care for students and staff of allfaiths and none.
The Memorial Chapel is used for a wide range ofevents, both religious and secular. At the same time, the services held in the Chapel are Christian and, asofficiating minister, the Chaplain is required to belong to one of the mainstream Christian denominations. Clan Childlaw is Scotland’s law centre for children and young people. Clan Childlaw is a team and everything thateveryone at Clan Childlaw does to deliver our services and keep things running all helps to protect andstrengthen children’s rights and improve their lives.
We have a track record of funding success and existingrelationships with Scottish Government Funds and Charitable Trusts and Foundations. The post holder will also beresponsible for identifying new opportunities to grow the pipeline by researching and identifying newprospects.
Ideally you will have experience of writing compelling funding proposals and managing relationships to securefive-six figure grants and philanthropic gifts. If you are an experienced relationship manager with a trackrecord in meeting/exceeding income targets, a commitment to high quality stewardship and a passion forstrengthening the rights of children and young people then we encourage you to apply. Edinburgh or Glasgow – you can choose the location that works best for you, we operate a hybrid workingbetween office and home with 30% of your time expected in offices. There will be travel required between ouroffice locations on a regular basis and throughout Scotland.
The Jeely Piece Club is currently seeking a Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser to join their team. As a fundraiser,your role will involve researching information, planning, and writing bid applications to contribute to theorganisation’s fundraising efforts. You’ll be responsible for communicating key messages and data about TheJeely Piece Club, inspiring and engaging potential funders, and ensuring successful bid applications. Workingclosely with the Senior Management Team and other staff and trustees, you’ll implement The Jeely Piece Club’sfundraising strategy to achieve sustainable income.
The Jeely Piece Club was formed in 1975 to provide play opportunities and early education services for children inone of Glasgow’s largest housing schemes. The organisation was started by a group of local mums who wantedactivities for their children. To provide opportunities for children in oneof Glasgow’s most deprived communities.
For over 49 years, The Jeely Piece Club has been providing services for children, and families affected bypoverty
A sector-leading, trauma-informed organisation, our mission is to work with children and their families to improvelife chances by providing a range of inclusive, safe, playful experiences and opportunities.
Delivering fundraising priorities and targets for trusts and the foundation's income, including our current and future major appeals.
Researching, identifying, and prioritising appropriate trusts and foundations to maintain and convert a pipeline of new, prospective trusts and foundations.
Working with colleagues across the organisation to help shape projects for funding and creating strong Cases for Support to ensure effective applications.
Writing and submitting high-quality targeted funding applications.
Monitoring outcomes, updating the Funding Matrix, and producing timely reports and information as required externally by funders and internally for Management reporting.
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