Head Of Development

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Development and Fundraising leader, ideally with experience of Higher Education, with a strong background leading, nurturing and managing a team to deliver significant business impact. We are keen to hear from passionate and highly experienced professionals who can bring innovative approaches and make their mark quickly. Significant experience of managing a portfolio of major gifts with an understanding of major campaigns will be critical - experience working in international contexts, preferably countries with emerging philanthropy is desirable, as is a background in Higher Education.

You will bring:

• A strong track record in development, fundraising and alumni engagement at a senior level.
• Experience leading development, fundraising and/or alumni teams in a complex organisation, with the ability to inspire people and operate effectively at an executive-level.
• Significant experience of major gift individual and/or corporate fundraising and a proven track record of achieving fundraising targets and supporting others to do so.
• Knowledge of successful major gift fundraising projects as part of significant institutional campaigns.
• Solid understanding and experience of alumni engagement with a track record of success against core KPIs.
• A desire to make a positive impact at a unique, mission-focused organisation.
• An understanding of working in international contexts, preferably countries with emerging philanthropy, and within Higher Education