Philanthropy Liaison

About the Role

The Donor Relations Officer will play a pivotal role in ensuring we thank our supporters well and articulate the impact of philanthropy at Southampton in creative and compelling ways. This role will focus on delivering the Donor Relations Programme through data management, writing inspiring impact reports, and administration, as well as through developing creative and bespoke touchpoints. This role will ensure our donors are meaningfully recognised, with every gift and donor treated in a special way.

About You

With developed organisational and planning skills, you will be an expert at understanding and delivering administration, and you will recognise the importance of giving our donors the best possible experience. Your excellent writing skills will complement your experience of working with others to generate positive reporting and high-quality storytelling. You will bring a natural enthusiasm for the power of philanthropy, supporting others and ensuring quality outcomes for activities that further our relationships with our donors.

About Us

We are planning our first University-wide fundraising and engagement campaign, involving more alumni and supporters with Southampton so that we can change the world. We need people with intellectual curiosity and different ideas. We need people with direct experience or transferable skills and the interest and drive to take on a new challenge. We are actively determined to welcome a diverse group of colleagues into our inclusive team. Every day will be different, you will meet incredible people and the rewards will be huge.

Imagine fundraising for medical technologies that could cure cancer or dementia. Or engaging a volunteer who can help a student improve their graduate prospects. Or connecting alumni around the world and reawakening important friendships. That could be you.