Head of Philanthropy at University of Cambridge

Murray Edwards College is seeking to appoint a new Head of Philanthropy as a key member of the Development Team. Working closely with the Director of Development, President and wider Fellowship, the Head of Philanthropy will manage major gift prospect activity and raise funds to support the strategic objectives of the College. The Head of Philanthropy will manage and develop a portfolio of relationships and undertake prospect and donor visits, to ask alumnae and others for philanthropic support the College. Reporting directly to the Director of Development, the Head of Philanthropy will be responsible for managing the Philanthropy Officer.  

It is an exciting time to join Murray Edwards: now in our 70th year we need to push frontiers in all aspects of our work. We’ll invest in attracting students from all backgrounds, seeking out those who might not traditionally consider a Cambridge education. We’ll transform support for students, notably for post-graduate study – which is now mandatory for success across many professions. We’ll invest in this extraordinary site, enhancing buildings and facilities that have started to show their age. And we’ll support our brilliant Fellowship and academic community by endowing core posts and investing in the pastoral and academic support we provide. The Head of Philanthropy will make a major contribution to this vision by securing long-term philanthropic support. 

For further details about the role and the skills and knowledge required please visit https://www.murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk/contact/work-for-us  

To apply for this role please email your CV and cover letter to hr@murrayedwards.cam.ac.uk by 11.59pm on Tuesday 30^th April 2024. 

First stage panel interviews are planned for week commencing 6^th May 2024 and second stage panel interviews week commencing 13^th May 2024. Both stages will ideally be held in-person at Murray Edwards College.