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Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

Annual Giving Manager

Full Time, 35 hours per week

USSS Points – 44 – 50 (£41,065 – £48,822 - Depending on skills and experience)

We are seeking an Annual Giving Manager to join our team in the Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement Department.

Girton College is seeking an enthusiastic and results-driven Annual Giving Manager to lead and execute its dynamic and ambitious annual fundraising programme. The role will focus particularly on coordinating key fundraising initiatives such as annual appeals, giving days, class gift appeals, and telethons, with the aim of engaging alumni and friends in supporting the College’s mission.

The successful candidate will be adept at using a variety of fundraising and engagement approaches, including digital and face-to-face donor engagement, to build strong, lasting relationships and drive the growth and impact of the College’s annual giving programme. 

The Annual Giving Manager will report to the Director of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement and work closely with colleagues across the Philanthropy and Alumni team and the College, (e.g. Student Services, Communications, JCR, and MCR) to create and implement a sector-leading programme that maximises engagement, participation, and giving from across the College’s alumni and other key stakeholders.

For specific details of the roles and responsibilities, please see the Candidate Pack.

We offer 34 days annual leave (includes Bank Holidays), workplace pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance, employee assistance programme, free on-site parking, free use of gym and swimming pool, free lunch plus other benefits commensurate with working for a large Cambridge University College.

How to Apply

  • To apply, please submit a CV and a covering letter detailing how your skills and experience match the person specification to recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk
  • If you require additional information or support, please e-mail recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk

Further Information

  • The Candidate Pack (PDF) is available here.
  • Closing date for applications is Monday 19th January at 5pm and interviews will be taking place w/c 26th January and 2nd February.
  • Please note the College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
  • The College is an Equal Opportunities employer encouraging diversity and inclusion.
  • If you would like more information about the role, you may contact the People and Culture Department at recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk

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