Senior Development Executive

**Grade 7 (c. £38,500 - £42,000)**





The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an
international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research
plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon
emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.





Dedicated to expanding opportunity across continents, St Cross College is
characterised by an intellectually vibrant and truly international community,
with 122 countries represented amongst our alumni. One of Oxford’s youngest
colleges, St Cross prides itself on its friendliness and interdisciplinary
academic excellence across the humanities, social sciences and natural
sciences.





The postholder will be part of the Development Office, which exists to keep
our alumni and friends connected to the College (and each other) and raise
funds for St Cross. Indeed, philanthropy is essential in supporting the
College in its mission. The postholder will play a pivotal role in raising
funds for student financial support, the College’s buildings and endowment,
and other causes. The money raised will make a significant impact, enhancing
the opportunities we can provide for all St Cross members and building the
College’s financial security for future generations.





**About the Role**





* Grow philanthropic support for the College by undertaking regular giving campaigns such as Giving Days, brochure mailings, e-mail appeals and Telethons.


* Seek mid-level major gifts in collaboration with the Development Director and through face-to-face meetings with alumni and friends.


* Contribute to bolstering legacy pledges for the College.


* Manage and oversee the administration of all gifts to St Cross.




**About You**





* Demonstrable experience of fundraising or a similar role, such as marketing, sales or alumni relations.


* Strong relationship management skills across a variety of stakeholder groups and the ability to think strategically about how to achieve fundraising goals.


* Strong written and oral communication skills, alongside excellent listening skills.


* Excellent organisational and project management capability, combined with attention to detail.




**Application Process**





Please send a covering letter/supporting statement, your CV and the details of
two referees to bursary.admin@stx.ox.ac.uk





Applications will close at 12noon on Tuesday 4 February 2025.





Interviews will take place during week commencing 10 February.





**What We Offer**





You will be employed by the University of Oxford. As an employer, we genuinely
care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of
benefits that we offer including:





* An excellent contributory pension scheme


* 38 days annual leave


* Free lunch in College


* A comprehensive range of childcare services


* Family leave schemes


* Cycle loan scheme


* Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans


* Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs