Manager of Alumni and Supporter Relations

3 weeks ago

Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time
About Durham University

Durham University stands as a prestigious institution, renowned for its exceptional educational standards and vibrant community.

We take pride in fostering an environment that empowers our staff to achieve remarkable personal and professional milestones.

Our university offers a diverse range of career opportunities, contributing to a successful and dynamic community that plays a vital role both regionally and nationally.

We invite you to explore the prospect of becoming part of our esteemed institution. More information about the university can be found on our website.


Role Overview

The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) is tasked with overseeing philanthropy, alumni engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications for the university.

DARO collaborates with various colleges, academic departments, research centers, and professional services to engage a global network of over 230,000 alumni and supporters.

As part of the Advancement division, DARO, along with Marketing and Communications, plays a crucial role in enhancing Durham University's reputation as a globally recognized, inclusive, and innovative institution.


The Alumni and Supporter Engagement (ASE) team is dedicated to fostering lifelong connections within our community, enhancing engagement levels, and providing support for alumni. This includes managing volunteer contributions, individual giving, fundraising initiatives, and executing advancement communication strategies.

The position of Alumni and Supporter Engagement Manager (Partnerships & Projects) is situated within the ASE team, focusing on a specialized sub-team.

The primary function of this role is to serve as a collaborative partner and university-wide coordinator, ensuring the effective delivery and assessment of best practices in alumni and supporter engagement programs across various departments.


The partnerships and projects team will spearhead key initiatives, including managing resources for colleagues, overseeing alumni communications, coordinating digital engagement platforms, and conducting market research.

The successful candidate will be adaptable and capable of working closely with senior university leaders.


Starting in the future, the base location for this role will transition to a new professional services hub designed to promote collaborative and hybrid working environments.


Benefits of Working at Durham

In addition to a competitive salary, joining the university comes with a host of exceptional benefits:

  • 30 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
  • A generous pension scheme with automatic enrollment.
  • Support for commuting, including parking and cycle schemes.
  • Professional development opportunities and access to various training programs.
  • Health and wellbeing support, including gym memberships and employee assistance programs.
  • Family-friendly policies and access to childcare facilities.
  • Opportunities for community engagement through volunteering.
  • Discounts on various services and products through our benefits portal.

Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Durham University is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We believe that our workforce should reflect the diversity of the global community.

We actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion as core components of our strategy and operations.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.


Application Process

To be considered for this role, candidates must demonstrate relevant skills and experience as outlined in the person specification.

Applications should include a CV and a supporting statement addressing the essential criteria.

For further information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the detailed job description.

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