Philanthropy Officer

**Location**:

- Brighton - Moulsecoomb**Salary**:

- £29,605 to £32,982 per annum**Closing Date**:

- Wednesday 13 December 2023**Interview Date**:

- See advert**Reference**:

- PA5036-23-435**Are you looking to join a team that values people and partnerships and is dedicated to creating transformational experiences for our community? A place where you will have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow in a collaborative and supportive culture? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.**

The Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Department believes in the power of building relationships and partnerships with our valued alumni and supporters. And, in providing them with the opportunity to offer gifts of time, experiences and funding, which provide transformational experiences for our students and deliver impactful and world-leading research at the university.

The Philanthropy Officer is a newly created position where you will develop relationships with alumni and donors to raise philanthropic income and encourage volunteering to support students. In this role you will cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with prospective and existing supporters, and alumni through establishing networks with supporters and colleagues, and by undertaking research. We provide our donors and alumni volunteers with the highest quality experience where they are engaged with the impact their donations and volunteering.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills that develop strong relationships.
- Experience of working in a fundraising or a client focused environment.
- Experience of engaging with supporters or clients, as well as writing compelling narratives to attract funding.
- Experience of organising and running events both online and in-person.
- An ongoing openness to learn and develop your knowledge.

This role will require travel to other university sites and to meet with potential and existing supporters away from campus and Brighton & Hove. There will also be some events in the evenings and at weekends in support of the wider work of the department.

It is planned that interviews will take place on 8th and 9th January 2024.

The University provides a competitive benefits package including incremental rates of pay, generous pension contributions and 25 days annual leave, with additional concessionary days such as university closure time between Christmas and New Year. We provide a flexible working environment through our Agile Working Framework, enhanced family friendly and wellbeing schemes, and discounted sport and leisure facilities. You can find more information about our full benefits package on our website.