WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITYWe are seeking an Assistant Apprenticeship Manager to join our central team, helping support, promote and develop apprenticeship programmes across the Harris Federation while contributing to the growth of our provision as a training provider. You will be the first point of contact for apprentices, training providers and internal stakeholders, helping to drive engagement and ensure high quality delivery. This is a varied role ideal for someone confident with systems, data and stakeholder management, who is passionate about creating opportunities for learners and supporting staff development. If you're organised, proactive and excited about improving apprenticeship experiences across a large, high performing education trust, we'd love to hear from you. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Reporting to the Apprenticeship Manager you will be responsible for: Acting as the first point of contact for apprenticeship queries, training providers and internal stakeholders Helping promote apprenticeship opportunities internally and supporting recruitment and upskilling initiatives across the Harris Federation Providing support to manage the Harris Federation apprenticeship levy, tracking costs, progress and compliance with funding requirements Organising and promoting Apprenticeship events and information sessions across the Federation and academy sites, supporting senior leaders in promoting apprenticeships and recruiting future apprentices Supporting internal and external marketing for apprenticeship activities as part of wider employer branding and promoting engagement events to increase awareness and understanding of apprenticeships Facilitating an apprenticeship network and supporting development opportunities such as award nominations Maintaining and advising on safeguarding compliance, including neuro inclusion, in alignment with the Ofsted framework, especially for under 18 apprentices Supporting the Apprenticeship team with projects focused on implementation, procurement, quality assurance and evaluation to expand levy use or facilitate levy transfer Working with the marketing team to create marketing materials, update the Apprenticeship SharePoint, produce event leaflets and share internal communications promoting Apprenticeship programmes WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: The ability to establish a new role in the Harris Federation and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to deliver successful apprenticeship programmes Strong project management skills with experience of complex projects with multiple stakeholders Experience of working across a large organisation, developing and delivering initiatives and maintaining stakeholder relationships The ability to travel to Federation academies in and around London and Essex as required Experience of managing a Learning Management System within the FE sector and working with the third-party service provider to ensure the platforms are user friendly and up to date Supporting with tracking of tickets within the learning management system and working together with the third-party service provider to resolve any issues and ensuring the platform is fit for purpose Experience of ILR monthly declaration and its analysis using various MIS platforms For a full job description and person specification please download the Job Pack. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
Mar 20, 2026
Full time
WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITYWe are seeking an Assistant Apprenticeship Manager to join our central team, helping support, promote and develop apprenticeship programmes across the Harris Federation while contributing to the growth of our provision as a training provider. You will be the first point of contact for apprentices, training providers and internal stakeholders, helping to drive engagement and ensure high quality delivery. This is a varied role ideal for someone confident with systems, data and stakeholder management, who is passionate about creating opportunities for learners and supporting staff development. If you're organised, proactive and excited about improving apprenticeship experiences across a large, high performing education trust, we'd love to hear from you. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Reporting to the Apprenticeship Manager you will be responsible for: Acting as the first point of contact for apprenticeship queries, training providers and internal stakeholders Helping promote apprenticeship opportunities internally and supporting recruitment and upskilling initiatives across the Harris Federation Providing support to manage the Harris Federation apprenticeship levy, tracking costs, progress and compliance with funding requirements Organising and promoting Apprenticeship events and information sessions across the Federation and academy sites, supporting senior leaders in promoting apprenticeships and recruiting future apprentices Supporting internal and external marketing for apprenticeship activities as part of wider employer branding and promoting engagement events to increase awareness and understanding of apprenticeships Facilitating an apprenticeship network and supporting development opportunities such as award nominations Maintaining and advising on safeguarding compliance, including neuro inclusion, in alignment with the Ofsted framework, especially for under 18 apprentices Supporting the Apprenticeship team with projects focused on implementation, procurement, quality assurance and evaluation to expand levy use or facilitate levy transfer Working with the marketing team to create marketing materials, update the Apprenticeship SharePoint, produce event leaflets and share internal communications promoting Apprenticeship programmes WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: The ability to establish a new role in the Harris Federation and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to deliver successful apprenticeship programmes Strong project management skills with experience of complex projects with multiple stakeholders Experience of working across a large organisation, developing and delivering initiatives and maintaining stakeholder relationships The ability to travel to Federation academies in and around London and Essex as required Experience of managing a Learning Management System within the FE sector and working with the third-party service provider to ensure the platforms are user friendly and up to date Supporting with tracking of tickets within the learning management system and working together with the third-party service provider to resolve any issues and ensuring the platform is fit for purpose Experience of ILR monthly declaration and its analysis using various MIS platforms For a full job description and person specification please download the Job Pack. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
Communications Co-ordinator Department/location: Cambridge Zero Salary: £31,236 - £35,608 Reference: LP47329 Category: Assistant staff Closing date: 16 November 2025 Cambridge Zero has an exciting opportunity available as part of our Communications and Engagement Team, to support the delivery of Cambridge Zero's communication and engagement strategy, promoting the work being done across the University to solve the climate crisis. Do you have experience of: - Writing news, social media or website content? - Using design tools such as Canva, Adobe Acrobat etc.? - Writing engaging content and communicating complex concepts and academic ideas to a broad range of non-expert audiences? In this role, you will support delivery of Cambridge Zero's communication and engagement strategy across all programmes of activity. This includes public engagement, internal and external communications, public affairs, research communications, philanthropic and alumni engagement, student engagement and media relations. You will help develop content and activities, support the Head of Communications and provide assistance to the rest of the team in their communications and engagement activity. Cambridge Zero exists to maximise the University of Cambridge's contribution towards achieving a resilient and sustainable world. We do this by enabling, integrating and accelerating climate activities related to education, research and innovation. We work in a co-ordinating and supporting role across the full academic lifecycle, connecting, convening and engaging the full breadth of the greater University community (i.e. the University, Colleges and related institutions). Acting in close collaboration and partnership with a broad range of University functions, we help integrate, enhance and accelerate climate activities. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment. Deadline for applications: 16th November 2025 Interviews: w/c 1st December 2025 For informal enquiries regarding this position, please contact Nina Martin, Operations Manager. Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment. We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements. We particularly welcome applications from women and/or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University. Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form. Please quote reference LP47329 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Communications Co-ordinator Department/location: Cambridge Zero Salary: £31,236 - £35,608 Reference: LP47329 Category: Assistant staff Closing date: 16 November 2025 Cambridge Zero has an exciting opportunity available as part of our Communications and Engagement Team, to support the delivery of Cambridge Zero's communication and engagement strategy, promoting the work being done across the University to solve the climate crisis. Do you have experience of: - Writing news, social media or website content? - Using design tools such as Canva, Adobe Acrobat etc.? - Writing engaging content and communicating complex concepts and academic ideas to a broad range of non-expert audiences? In this role, you will support delivery of Cambridge Zero's communication and engagement strategy across all programmes of activity. This includes public engagement, internal and external communications, public affairs, research communications, philanthropic and alumni engagement, student engagement and media relations. You will help develop content and activities, support the Head of Communications and provide assistance to the rest of the team in their communications and engagement activity. Cambridge Zero exists to maximise the University of Cambridge's contribution towards achieving a resilient and sustainable world. We do this by enabling, integrating and accelerating climate activities related to education, research and innovation. We work in a co-ordinating and supporting role across the full academic lifecycle, connecting, convening and engaging the full breadth of the greater University community (i.e. the University, Colleges and related institutions). Acting in close collaboration and partnership with a broad range of University functions, we help integrate, enhance and accelerate climate activities. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment. Deadline for applications: 16th November 2025 Interviews: w/c 1st December 2025 For informal enquiries regarding this position, please contact Nina Martin, Operations Manager. Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment. We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements. We particularly welcome applications from women and/or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University. Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form. Please quote reference LP47329 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Head of Development Social Sciences University of Oxford Location: Oxford, UK with some hybrid working options Permanent and full-time role Salary: Grade 10: £65,336 - £75,439 per annum with possible extension to £82,255 (inclusive of Oxford University Weighting) This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to join the leading higher education fundraising team outside North America. The University of Oxford s Social Sciences Division is one of the largest and most influential communities of social scientists in the world. Bringing together a diverse range of methodologies, themes, and fields of scholarship, our multi-disciplinary research thrives in an environment defined by academic excellence, independence, and innovation. Grounded in Oxford s long tradition of independent scholarship and academic freedom, we deliver world-leading research that not only challenges existing ideas but also develops new ways of understanding and improving society globally. Consistently ranked among the world s top three universities for social sciences, we demonstrate the power of those disciplines in addressing global challenges. Through deep engagement with organisations, policymakers, and communities, we translate knowledge into real-world impact - shaping policy, informing debate, and driving progress locally, nationally, and internationally. Our researchers regularly advise international governments and multilateral agencies, as well as NGOs that lobby and encourage policy change. We are now seeking an accomplished fundraising leader to join our high-performing Development and Alumni Engagement team, and design and lead our philanthropic strategy for Social Sciences. If you are ready to make a lasting contribution to research with global impact, we would like to hear from you. About you You will be an experienced major gifts fundraiser and manager, who brings a collaborative and relationship-based approach to ensure success in your endeavours. Your experience, authenticity and curiosity about the world around you, enables you to establish credibility quickly and gain the confidence of the stakeholders you work with. As a divisional team leader and member of the major giving leadership team, you will inspire a motivated and committed Social Sciences development team as well as engage and collaborate with other fundraising leaders across the collegiate network, to identify and leverage all opportunities that will enable the University to achieve its strategic ambitions. It will therefore be important that you: Are a self-starter, motivated to achieve against strategic goals within a complex environment; Have highly developed emotional intelligence and sophisticated interpersonal and diplomacy skills; Bring an entrepreneurial mindset and can-do attitude; and Are a collaborative and personable colleague and manager, with a track record of bringing people along to achieve and celebrate outcomes together. Higher education experience is desirable, while a passion for Oxford s mission and a desire to drive positive change through philanthropic partnerships are absolutely essential. In return Your happiness and wellbeing at work matter to us, so we offer a range of family friendly, financial and professional benefits, including: Opportunity for hybrid working Exceptional contributory pension scheme and salary sacrifice options 38 days annual leave Comprehensive childcare services and family-friendly leave schemes Cycle loan scheme Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans Subsidised University Sports Centre membership Engaging social groups and sports clubs beyond the workplace Use of the student discount card Totum Membership to CASE for advancement professionals Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities. We are partnering with Richmond Associates for this search. To request a copy of the candidate information pack, have a conversation or to apply, please contact Richmond Associates by following the Application button above. Closing date for applications is 10AM on Friday, 31 October 2025 Interviews are currently scheduled to take place from mid-November The University of Oxford Development Office is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences, and reflects the community that we serve. We encourage applicantmajos from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Head of Development Social Sciences University of Oxford Location: Oxford, UK with some hybrid working options Permanent and full-time role Salary: Grade 10: £65,336 - £75,439 per annum with possible extension to £82,255 (inclusive of Oxford University Weighting) This is an exceptional leadership opportunity to join the leading higher education fundraising team outside North America. The University of Oxford s Social Sciences Division is one of the largest and most influential communities of social scientists in the world. Bringing together a diverse range of methodologies, themes, and fields of scholarship, our multi-disciplinary research thrives in an environment defined by academic excellence, independence, and innovation. Grounded in Oxford s long tradition of independent scholarship and academic freedom, we deliver world-leading research that not only challenges existing ideas but also develops new ways of understanding and improving society globally. Consistently ranked among the world s top three universities for social sciences, we demonstrate the power of those disciplines in addressing global challenges. Through deep engagement with organisations, policymakers, and communities, we translate knowledge into real-world impact - shaping policy, informing debate, and driving progress locally, nationally, and internationally. Our researchers regularly advise international governments and multilateral agencies, as well as NGOs that lobby and encourage policy change. We are now seeking an accomplished fundraising leader to join our high-performing Development and Alumni Engagement team, and design and lead our philanthropic strategy for Social Sciences. If you are ready to make a lasting contribution to research with global impact, we would like to hear from you. About you You will be an experienced major gifts fundraiser and manager, who brings a collaborative and relationship-based approach to ensure success in your endeavours. Your experience, authenticity and curiosity about the world around you, enables you to establish credibility quickly and gain the confidence of the stakeholders you work with. As a divisional team leader and member of the major giving leadership team, you will inspire a motivated and committed Social Sciences development team as well as engage and collaborate with other fundraising leaders across the collegiate network, to identify and leverage all opportunities that will enable the University to achieve its strategic ambitions. It will therefore be important that you: Are a self-starter, motivated to achieve against strategic goals within a complex environment; Have highly developed emotional intelligence and sophisticated interpersonal and diplomacy skills; Bring an entrepreneurial mindset and can-do attitude; and Are a collaborative and personable colleague and manager, with a track record of bringing people along to achieve and celebrate outcomes together. Higher education experience is desirable, while a passion for Oxford s mission and a desire to drive positive change through philanthropic partnerships are absolutely essential. In return Your happiness and wellbeing at work matter to us, so we offer a range of family friendly, financial and professional benefits, including: Opportunity for hybrid working Exceptional contributory pension scheme and salary sacrifice options 38 days annual leave Comprehensive childcare services and family-friendly leave schemes Cycle loan scheme Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans Subsidised University Sports Centre membership Engaging social groups and sports clubs beyond the workplace Use of the student discount card Totum Membership to CASE for advancement professionals Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities. We are partnering with Richmond Associates for this search. To request a copy of the candidate information pack, have a conversation or to apply, please contact Richmond Associates by following the Application button above. Closing date for applications is 10AM on Friday, 31 October 2025 Interviews are currently scheduled to take place from mid-November The University of Oxford Development Office is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences, and reflects the community that we serve. We encourage applicantmajos from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.
Join us in the ambitious Birmingham In Action campaign, which commits to raising over £600 million of charitable funding and 1 million volunteer hours, positioning the University of Birmingham as one of the leaders in philanthropy in the UK. To fulfil our exciting campaign ambitions, we are recruiting a Senior Philanthropy Manager to maximise philanthropic funding and to take our campaign to the next level. A key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office s (DARO) Fundraising team, you will be responsible for growing major gifts opportunities and building a sustainable pipeline of future donations. DARO exists to support this academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community. As a senior fundraiser, we re looking for someone who is innovative, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of fundraising opportunities, with particular alignment to one of the University s Colleges. You will have experience of delivering against financial targets, along with the ability to translate complex information into a compelling ask in both verbal and written form. You will also have an enthusiasm for building relationships, the skill to interact with high-level donors and supporters, and the ability to showcase the game changing work of our academics and clinicians. We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work. Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Join us in the ambitious Birmingham In Action campaign, which commits to raising over £600 million of charitable funding and 1 million volunteer hours, positioning the University of Birmingham as one of the leaders in philanthropy in the UK. To fulfil our exciting campaign ambitions, we are recruiting a Senior Philanthropy Manager to maximise philanthropic funding and to take our campaign to the next level. A key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office s (DARO) Fundraising team, you will be responsible for growing major gifts opportunities and building a sustainable pipeline of future donations. DARO exists to support this academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community. As a senior fundraiser, we re looking for someone who is innovative, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of fundraising opportunities, with particular alignment to one of the University s Colleges. You will have experience of delivering against financial targets, along with the ability to translate complex information into a compelling ask in both verbal and written form. You will also have an enthusiasm for building relationships, the skill to interact with high-level donors and supporters, and the ability to showcase the game changing work of our academics and clinicians. We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work. Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.
