Associate Heads of Development

Oxford District Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

As Associate Head of Development, you drive major gift fundraising and strategic leadership to secure transformative support for Oxford’s priorities. You’ll manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors, build trusted relationships with academic and senior stakeholders, and translate ambitious ideas into compelling proposals. You’ll also foster a high-performing team environment, strengthen pipelines, and contribute to fundraising strategy during a period of growth. This role offers the chance to shape Oxford’s next era of philanthropy and impact.

Pay / Benefits

hybrid working options
Grade 9 salary (£56,623–£65,336) with potential extension to £71,218
Oxford University Weighting (£1,730 p.a.)
permanent, full-time position
opportunity to contribute to a major fundraising campaign

Responsibilities

Personally develop and steward a portfolio of high-capacity donors and prospects
Secure significant philanthropic gifts (high six-figure and seven-figure gifts) for Oxford’s priorities
Collaborate with academic leaders to translate complex concepts into compelling propositions
Support and mentor colleagues, strengthening fundraising pipelines and strategy
Contribute to fundraising strategy and create an enabling environment for team success
Possibly line-manage and lead others in fundraising efforts
Engage with senior stakeholders to inspire confidence and secure opportunities

Key requirements

Strong personal track record in major gifts fundraising
Experience securing high six-figure and/or seven-figure gifts
Ability to build trusted donor relationships and exercise sound judgement on large gifts
Proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to inspire support
Comfort working with senior stakeholders and potential for leadership
Collaborative approach and leadership potential to help others perform at their best