Saïd Business School, Park End Street and Hayes House, Oxford
At Saïd Business School, we’re proud to foster one of the largest, most diverse Development and Alumni teams within Oxford. Our mission is to build lasting relationships with alumni, prospective donors and supporters who share our vision for excellence and innovation as a global business school rooted in Oxford University’s rich traditions. In just the last five years, we’ve secured over £100 million in philanthropic funding, thanks to the support of major foundations, multinational corporations and high-net-worth individuals.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Research & Data Officer to join our dynamic Operations team within Development and Alumni Relations. Reporting to the Associate Director of Operations, this new role is essential to our growing fundraising efforts. You’ll work closely with the Prospect Research Manager to identify potential donors, manage and enhance prospect data, and produce insightful reports to support our ambitious fundraising goals. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in a leading fundraising team at one of the world’s most prestigious business schools.
Key responsibilities:
- Work with the Prospect Research Manager to implement a robust prospect identification schedule, providing a steady flow of new donor prospects.
- Collaborate with the Database Officer to appraise, audit and manage prospect pools, ensuring seamless fundraising operations.
- Act as a champion for GDPR and data management regulations, upholding best practices within the team.
- Research and produce profiles on alumni, prospective donors and other stakeholders as needed.
You will have strong research skills and a background in prospect research, information management or a related field. You should possess excellent written and verbal communication abilities, experience in producing clear and accurate reports, and strong time management skills to handle deadlines effectively.
Further information on this role can be found in the job description.
At Saïd Business School we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to our team. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable future, where we celebrate diversity, advance equity, and nurture inclusion across everything we do.
We offer very generous benefits, some of which are:
- Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
- Discounted bus travel
- Subsidised onsite catering
- Cycle loan scheme
- Plus, many other University benefits
All applications must include a CV, Supporting Statement/Cover Letter and Current Salary.
The closing date for applications is 9 December 2024 at 12.00 noon. Interviews will likely be held 17 December 2024.