The remit of the Development Office is to develop and strengthen the University's position at the forefront of teaching, learning and research by inspiring active participation, investment and loyalty to St Andrews.   We do this through fundraising for key University priorities and developing mutually beneficial relations with our 60,000 alumni, friends and benefactors worldwide.  An important element of a successful fundraising programme is an effective donor stewardship function which underpins the building of relationships and cultivation of prospects leading to future gifts.

The number of donors to the University has more than doubled during the 600th Anniversary Campaign and it is vital that we continue to engage with these donors and encourage new support beyond the end of the campaign.  In order to achieve these aims we are seeking a Stewardship Assistant to join the Alumni and Supporter Engagement team within Development.

This role will focus on building on the successes of the 600th Anniversary by assisting with the administration of a range of activities and events to interest and recognise donors, prospects and the extended alumni community.  The role holder will be expected to assist two Officers in their roles, focused around strengthening engagement of these audiences with the University through the effective planning and running of projects for cultivation and stewardship purposes, and providing general office administrative support.

We are seeking someone who is highly motivated, intelligent and has ability to work to deadlines and show initiative, working to the highest standard to assist in the coordination of a suitable programme of stewardship, relevant to donors at all levels, and to encourage future engagement with the work of the university.  The right candidate will be educated to Higher/A Level standard and have two years’ experience in an administrative or stewardship role. They will possess excellent communication skills, be well organised, and inspired by their interaction with people. 

The role holder will be also expected to contribute to all aspects of the Development team’s activities, as required.

This post is available for 2 years and will start as soon as possible.

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;  http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/.

Please quote ref:  CG1498SB

Closing Date: 30 May 2016

Further Particulars: CG1498SB FPs.doc

Development
Salary:  £18,212 - £20,989 per annum
Start Date:  As soon as possible
Fixed Term:  2 years