Project Officer - GLAM

Ashmolean Museum within the Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) team, University of Oxford Development and Alumni Engagement Office

Location: Oxford - hybrid working may be an option

Hours: Full time / 37.5 hours

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Officer to join the Ashmolean Museum on a permanent basis as part of Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM) team within the University of Oxford’s Development and Alumni Engagement Office.

About the Role

The Project Officer plays a critical role to support front line fundraising and stewardship across GLAM sites, with a particular focus on the Ashmolean to start. The role requires tact and sensitivity, initiative and determination. The post holder is responsible for drafting outgoing correspondence to key donors, volunteers and potential donors, running bespoke events for the Development and Engagement Office (DAE), and working closely with other staff in DAE to draft project proposals and ensure best practice data upkeep.

It is an opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate to play a role in the Museum’s future development and support delivery of its aims and ambitions as part of an engaged and passionate team.

About You

• You will be a good project manager, with an ability to think creatively
• You will have superlative communication skills, both oral and written
• You will have a high level of IT proficiency, including database management, Microsoft Office and desktop design/publishing software
• The ability to work well as part of a close-knit team, sharing office space and everyday administrative tasks

What We Offer

• 38 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• Generous maternity and adoption leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay leave, followed by additional statutory and unpaid leave options.
• Commitment to hybrid and flexible working.
• Excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Opportunities for growth and development, including membership to CASE.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

Closing date: 12:00hrs on 20 March

Interviews: 31^st March, and will be held face-to-face.

Development and Alumni Engagement is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences. We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.

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