Senior Development Research Officer

1 month ago


Manchester, United Kingdom University of Manchester Full time

About the Role

The University of Manchester is seeking a highly skilled Senior Development Research Officer to join our fundraising operation. As a key member of the Development Research Team, you will be responsible for researching and prospecting ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWI) for our transformational philanthropy fundraisers.

You will work closely with colleagues to identify and analyze potential donors, deploying and refining systems to support the documentation and management of such potential donors. Your expertise will be crucial in suggesting tailored strategies to reach and engage these donors.

As a Senior Development Research Officer, you will also play an important part in gift acceptance due diligence and have responsibility for developing an effective workload management system for the Research Team.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Research and prospect ultra-high-net-worth individuals for transformational philanthropy fundraisers.
  2. Work with colleagues to identify and analyze potential donors.
  3. Deploy and refine systems to support the documentation and management of potential donors.
  4. Suggest tailored strategies to reach and engage potential donors.
  5. Play an important part in gift acceptance due diligence.
  6. Develop an effective workload management system for the Research Team.

What We Offer

  • Fantastic market-leading pension scheme.
  • Excellent employee health and wellbeing services.
  • Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement.
  • Additional paid closure over the Christmas period.
  • Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers.

About Us

The University of Manchester is a world-leading institution, committed to educating a new kind of socially responsible graduate. We are addressing the most pressing global challenges with bold and brilliant solutions. Our research and teaching are focused on building stronger, more resilient communities.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application by midnight on the 28 October 2024.



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