Development and Alumni Engagement, University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford OX1 2JD, and Medical Sciences Division The University of Oxford is searching for a Development Executive that will raise vital philanthropic support for priority areas of research in the Medical Sciences Division. Why Medical Sciences? Oxford is one of the world’s leading biomedical universities recognised for its outstanding quality and depth across the medical research spectrum - from genes to molecules, to big data and populations. With the honour of 12 Nobel Laureates over its long and distinguished history, the Division is consistently at the forefront of innovative and lifesaving science.The extraordinary depth and breadth of medical skills at Oxford is devoted to identifying the causes of disease, improving diagnosis and developing effective treatments and prevention. The Division is particularly interested in the “big” diseases where millions of lives can be saved – cancer, and infectious diseases such as malaria and pandemic preparedness. It also has world-leading research programmes in cardiovascular diseases, musculoskeletal disorders such as arthritis and osteoporosis and neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. What this role entails? The Medical Sciences Divisional development team works collaboratively with colleagues across the Division and across the Development and Alumni Engagement team at the University of Oxford. This is a key role within the team and the post holder will have the opportunity to work with donors and academics. Development at Oxford is well established and this role has the scope to work across a number of important and high-profile projects related to the medical sciences. To be successful in this role:
1. Proven fundraising experience in a complex organisation and direct involvement in securing major gifts at the £50,000 level and above
2. Ability to identify new donor prospects and engage with potential donors to successfully acquire new gifts
3. Ability to establish credibility, confidence and robust relationships with existing and prospective donors, and key stakeholders
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills
5. An interest in the medical sciences
6. An interest in higher education and ideally an understanding of the University of Oxford, and its goals in teaching and research
About You If you have experience in major gift fundraising, have excellent inter-personal skills, and are passionate about playing a role in enabling life-changing research then we would love to hear from you. What We Offer Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
7. Flexible hybrid working
8. An excellent contributory pension scheme
9. 38 days annual leave
10. Membership to
11. Training and development opportunities
12. A comprehensive range of childcare services
13. Family leave schemes
14. Cycle loan scheme
15. Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
16. Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
Application process
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