Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations)

Interview date: To be confirmed

University of Bradford

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We are seeking a motivated Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations) to lead on the University’s Trusts and Foundations income stream as part of a high-performing Development Team.

What you will be doing:

You will be responsible for building and maintaining a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations capable of making six to seven figure gifts towards priority philanthropic areas. You will be an excellent relationship builder, able to communicate the University’s compelling case for support to funders, and develop strategies for engaging with funders. You will develop and deliver the Trusts and Foundations fundraising plan, with support from the Senior Development Manager. 

We aim to provide a positive working environment, continued professional development and commitment to work-life balance and equal opportunities. More information about the benefits we offer can be found here: www.bradford.ac.uk/human-resources/jobs/offer

Qualifications/ experience:

• Level 6 qualification OR equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline area or equivalent experience
• Experience of working within a results-orientated environment
• Proven success of developing relationships leading to successful fundraising outcomes at a six-figure level, preferably with trusts and foundations in a fundraising team

Further essential and desirable qualifications and experience are detailed on the job description.

If you are interested in the role but are unsure about applying as you feel you may not meet every requirement, you are welcome to contact the hiring manager Philip Fisher (see contact details in additional information).

In return we offer:

• 25 days holiday (Grade 8) 30 days (Grade 9) and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
• Family-friendly policies
• Great campus facilities including:
• Unique fitness centre
• Eye clinic
• Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation,
• Counselling & mental health services
• On site nursery
• Food & drink outlets
• Generous employer contribution pension schemes - Universities Superannuation Scheme
• Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts

Find more information about the many other benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and campus nursery.

Additional Information:

Informal enquiries about this role can be addressed to the Senior Development Manager, Philip Fisher – p.fisher@bradford.ac.uk or 01274 235864. Over the Christmas break, you are welcome to contact Philip via LinkedIn.

Further details:

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