Development Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Development Officer in the Social Sciences Development team to join us on a permanent basis.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

·         38 days of annual leave to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.

·         One of the most generous maternity and adoption leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay leave, followed by additional statutory and unpaid leave options.

·         A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.

·         An excellent contributory pension scheme.

·         Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.

·         Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

·         Opportunities for growth and development, including membership to CASE.

About the Role

In this role you will be securing gifts up to £50,000 and will help identify potential donors to our academic research projects on pressing issues such as climate change, early years education and social inequality.

About You

·         You will have previous experience in sales, fundraising or alumni relations

·         You will be highly motivated

·         You will be an enthusiastic individual who is a confident communicator

·         You will be able to manage, prioritise and adapt to a diverse workload, meet deadlines, and work calmly under pressure.

·         You will be naturally curious and keen to learn