An opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual interested in developing his/her prospect research career in a thriving Development Office.  

We are seeking a well-organised and highly motivated individual to undertake prospect research in support of the University’s fundraising and events programme.  

The Development Assistant (Research) will work closely with colleagues in the prospect research, fundraising, database and event teams to identify and supply high quality information on prospective donors and supporters for cultivation events and briefings in advance of meetings. The role holder will also use a number of research tools to identify new prospective donors associated with St Andrews.  

We are seeking an individual with an understanding of, and passion for, the third sector as well as recognising the importance of philanthropy to higher education. Applicants should be educated to HND level or equivalent and have a good understanding of the principles of prospect / business research. This post requires all-round database skills including the ability to undertake data manipulation and analysis, together with robust IT skills in both Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience of fundraising and relational databases would be beneficial.  

Informal enquires can be made to Samantha Byers, E: scmb@st-andrews.ac.uk or T:  01334 462101.

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/. 

Interviews will be held on 20 May 2016

Please quote ref: CG1406MR

Closing Date: 8 May 2016

Further Particulars: CG1406MR FPs.doc  

Development
Salary: £18,212 - £20,989 per annum
Start: As soon as possible