Development Officer Flexible Four Day Week Full Time Hybrid

Development Officer Vacancy

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive fundraiser to develop and maintain strong relationships with donors and partners, while providing high-level administrative and communications support to the department. The post-holder will play a key role in contributing to securing funding for all aspects of the School’s work.

This is a full-time, year-round position, reporting to the Head of Development & Communications (however, if part-time hours would better suit you, we will consider applicants who can commit to working a minimum of three days a week).

In this newly established role, the post-holder will:

• Support the generation of the School’s philanthropic revenue from both existing and new sources, with a focus on Trusts and Foundations and smaller gifts (<£500), primarily for:
  • Student scholarships and bursaries
  • Capital projects
  • Academic and creative initiatives
• Work with the Head of Development & Communications to manage a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations, helping to retain existing support through:
  • Timely and effective donor communications
  • Meetings, reporting, and stewardship
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the ‘Friends of Rambert School’ scheme, including:
  • Maintaining a database of renewals
  • Coordinating engagement opportunities
• Use research and communication skills to:
  • Identify new fundraising prospects in the UK and abroad
  • Assist in preparing compelling proposals and applications to secure support for the School and its students

For full details, please read the Job Pack. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to hr@rambertschool.org.uk, and complete the online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, by 9am on Monday 5 January.

Shortlisting and interviews will be held in the new year.