Job Ref: 212877576

Date: 2020-12-08 17:01:19

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Our client, The Open University is a public distance learning and Research University, and one of the biggest universities in the UK for undergraduate education. Their innovative and inclusive approach to education has seen 1.89 million people, all over the world, realising their educational ambitions by studying with the University since it opened in 1969.

The staff are committed to putting their students first and to supporting them to realise their potential. Study with the OU is more than just education – it is life changing learning; do you want to be part of this team?

The OU is looking to recruit an experienced Philanthropy Manager to work on a FTC until January 2022, starting in January 2021, paying between £41,526 – £49,553 per annum.

The role

We are looking for a highly motivated, self-driven peoples person who will be able to drive new business and grow philanthropic income for the University, securing six and seven figure philanthropic gifts through corporates, wealthy individuals (alumni and non-alumni), trusts and foundations both in the UK and internationally.

Skills and experience

You will be responsible for shaping and driving forward a pipeline of prospects with a view to developing meaningful, long-term relationships. In doing so, you will work closely with colleagues across England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales to identify, explore and optimise funding needs and existing relationships, globally.

This will require you to design and implement cultivation and stewardship strategies for prospects and donors in order to ensure targets are realistic yet ambitious, and funding propositions are suitably tailored to create a compelling narrative.

You will be a strong writer, crafting high calibre proposals and devising creative and compelling propositions working with academics and colleagues.

We would like to see you bring knowledge of the funding environment and practices, compliance and legal requirements, and an understanding of how to apply those to generating opportunities to grow income.

You will be able to use your judgement and sensitivity in the anticipation and resolution of any issues that could result in any damage to the OU's reputation and above all, find resonance with the OU's mission and values.

The full summary of duties and person specification can be found within the Job Description which can be provided on request.

Closing Date: Monday 4th January 2021 – 12:00

Interviews: 12th January 2021

What you get in return

Benefits include a supportive and friendly working environment, 33 days holiday per annum pro rata plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure days and an attractive pension proposition.

We value diversity and we recognise that different people bring different perspectives, ideas, knowledge and culture, and that this difference brings great strength. Applications from candidates with protected characteristics are welcomed. Where you start in life doesn't dictate where you go

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