Harris Hill are delighted to be working with an independent school to recruit for the Development and Engagement Manager to join a dedicated Development Office with a clear philanthropic mission.

 

You will be responsible for implementing a dynamic engagement strategy that connects alumni, parents, and supporters to the life and vision of the school. You will be instrumental in shaping and delivering fundraising initiatives, managing a calendar of high profile events, and producing compelling communications to further the school’s ambitious development goals.

 

As a Development and Engagement Manager you will:

Support and execute a long term, sustainable fundraising strategyCultivate relationships with donors and prospects, from annual givers to major gift supportersProject manage appeals across multiple channelsEnsure effective donor stewardship and record keepingLead alumni relations and develop meaningful engagement initiativesManage alumni data, communications, and mentoring programmesGrow a thriving alumni network and act as the first point of contact for former pupilsDeliver an annual calendar of engaging events for alumni and supportersPromote events creatively across digital and print platformsTrack event impact and maximise ROIProduce high quality publications, newsletters, and digital contentManage online engagement platforms and social media channels

 

              

To be successful, you must have experience:

Proven experience in fundraisingExcellent communication, research and project management skillsConfidence with CRM databases (e.g. ToucanTech), social media, and digital toolsA proactive, collaborative, and detail oriented mindsetA strong understanding of stakeholder engagement and event delivery

 

Salary: £40,000- £45,000 per annum

Contract type:  Full-time, permanent

Location-  St Albans, Hertfordshire

Closing date: On rolling basis

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to Dagmara.depaula@harrishill.co.uk

Benefits:

Generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%Life assurance (4x annual salary)Free lunches, onsite parking, and use of gym/swimming poolOngoing professional development and access to a wellbeing & benefits platform

 

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

 

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.