Graduate Fundraising and Development Assistant
2024-08-05 16:48:38
2024-09-04 23:59:59
East Grinstead, Surrey
- £25,000 YEAR
4th Sep ’24
Closed
Organisation Details
Nestled on beautiful scenic grounds, this school fosters an engaging academic environment where students thrive, achieving impressive results through high-quality teaching and robust support. The curriculum spans from Nursery to Sixth Form, emphasising essential 21st-century skills and holistic education. The school's ethos blends academic excellence with exceptional pastoral care, creating a welcoming, inclusive community.
Graduate Fundraising and Development Assistant
The primary purpose is to support the Development team through administrative and operational assistance, including managing the Development database and organising school and alumni events.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising and Development:
- Monitor the fundraising inbox, acting as the first point of contact for inquiries.
- Assist with donor communication and retention, including implementing a regular giving strategy.
- Provide additional support during peak times such as annual events, Open Days, and Giving Days.
- Aid in organising fundraising events and processing data on the Development database.
- Ensure compliance with ethical fundraising practices.
- Help implement a donor stewardship program to maintain regular contact with donors.
Alumni Relations:
- Support alumni engagement
- Assist in organising alumni events and maintaining an archive of photos and memorabilia
- Promote events and news on social media
Information Management:
- Maintain detailed records on the Development database and ensure GDPR compliance.
- Gather and manage data for fundraising activities and events.
What do you need?
- Ideally a 2:1 (or equivalent) in your chosen subject
- Some work experience during your time in education
- Excellent extra-curricular interests
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- An interest in fundraising and development
- The ability to take the initiative
- Some prior experience or understanding of independent education would be a bonus
- Either a driving license and access to a car or live close to a train station with good access across Surrey