Development Assistant

Gonville & Caius College is seeking an outstanding individual to join its Development & Alumni Relations team as a Development Assistant. 

Working closely with the Database Manager and the Senior Development Associate you will be responsible for two key, interlinked elements:

• Gift administration, including preparation of acknowledgement letters and assisting with consolidation and reporting of donations
• Data management support, including data capture, validation, hygiene and reporting

There is scope within the role to support the donor stewardship programme and gain experience in fundraising practices. 

You will possess excellent numerical skills and meticulous attention to detail.  We are looking for an individual who is:

• Task-focused with exceptional attention to detail, delivering high quality, accurate results
• Proactive and thriving in a busy environment
• Results-oriented, a fast learner, and accepts responsibility
• A friendly, enthusiastic and supportive team member
• Computer literate with strong MS Office skills, including the ability to manipulate and analyse data
• Able to demonstrate understanding of regulatory and compliance practices surrounding data protection 

The Development Assistant role is a full-time position with option for flexible working. The ability and willingness to also adopt a flexible approach to working hours is desirable and you may be required to work additional hours from time to time to fulfil the requirements of the role and the needs of the College. 

The salary is in the region of £29,000 per annum plus: 

• Generous Pension Scheme; 14.5% employer contributions and 3x death in service benefit
• Health care cash plan
• 33 days of annual holiday (prorated, inc. Public Holidays)
• Free on-site lunch provided
• College gym
• Car parking (subject to availability / eligibility) 

The College 

Gonville & Caius College is one of the largest colleges in the University of Cambridge. It is an educational charity, and its mission is to provide a place of education, religion, learning and research, in conjunction with the University that is recognised internationally as being of the highest standard. 

The College is an academic community comprising some 530 undergraduate students, 250 graduate students, and 110 Fellows (lecturers, professors and other senior academic researchers and teachers) and almost 200 staff. 

The Application Process 

To apply please click the ‘apply’ button. 

• The closing date for applications is 12 noon GMT on Wednesday 8^th January 2025.
• You are encouraged to make an early application as the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
• Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing Monday 20^th January 2025.
• For your application to be considered it must be complete and include an up-to-date CV, covering letter, and details of 2 referees. For information, please email at careers@cai.cam.ac.uk 

Further Information 

• Equality of opportunity; the College actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all sections of society.
• Entry into a position with the College will be determined by the application of criteria related to the duties of the post. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.
• During the application process, candidates are requested to complete the Equality & Diversity section as part of our Equal Opportunities Policyand monitoring process. The contents of this form will not be disclosed to the selection or interview panels.
• The College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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