Database Manager

Newnham College has an impressive track record of fundraising and alumnae relations and a professional Development team which works to create a high-profile programme of eclectic events, functions and initiatives to support students and educational life at the College. We are now seeking to recruit a full-time Database Manager with key responsibility for providing vital prospect research and prospect management, along with data support, enhancement, and analysis to team members in effecting a wide variety of projects, including the current £25m fundraising campaign. This represents an excellent opportunity for someone experienced in working with data in a fundraising context to take a proactive role and make a significant contribution.

This is a permanent, full-time post, working 37.5 hours a week from the office in College. The salary is paid at point 41 on the University’s single salary spine, currently £37,174 per annum. The College offers membership of the USS pension scheme, to which the College makes employer contributions of 14.5%. Holiday entitlement is 33 days per year (inclusive of bank holidays), and other benefits include a free meal when on duty, free car parking where available and free use of the College’s gym facilities.

The successful candidate will have an excellent knowledge of managing and interrogating databases, specifically Raiser’s Edge, and have experience of prospect research, prospect management, and working in Alumni Relations and Development in Higher Education, along with financial reporting, data analysis, and a keen understanding of data protection legislation. Willing to work collaboratively as part of a close-knit team and bringing attention to detail, excellent administrative and numeracy skills, the postholder will also be able to demonstrate a sympathy with and commitment to the ethos and aims of Newnham College. 

How to apply

A job description with person specification is available by clicking on “Job Description” and an application form and equal opportunities form can be found by clicking the 'Apply' button above. Please demonstrate in the application form how you meet the essential requirements of the role found in the person specification.

Completed applications should be emailed to HR@newn.cam.ac.uk by the closing deadline of noon on Monday 10 March 2025. The intention is to hold interviews during the  week commencing Monday 17 March 2025

Newnham College is an equal opportunities employer.

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