Strategic Development Director — Major Gifts & Campaigns

ISC group; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in St Andrews is seeking a skilled fundraising professional to lead a major initiative aimed at generating over £500k in revenue. The successful candidate will leverage exceptional relationship-building skills and fundraising expertise to foster donor engagement, while ensuring compliance with regulations. A degree-level education and a strong track record in securing significant gifts are essential. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and make a lasting impact on the future of the institution.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable track record of securing five and six figure gifts from individuals, trusts, or foundations.
• Experience with compliance and due diligence for donor engagement.
• Ability to develop and implement multi-year fundraising strategies.

Responsibilities

• Drive the fundraising initiative for St Leonards with a target of generating £500k+.
• Engage prospective donors and the Alumni community.
• Support school’s capital and strategic fundraising initiatives.

Skills

Fundraising strategies

Relationship building

Financial expertise

Legal knowledge

Education

Degree level education

Job description

A prominent educational institution in St Andrews is seeking a skilled fundraising professional to lead a major initiative aimed at generating over £500k in revenue. The successful candidate will leverage exceptional relationship-building skills and fundraising expertise to foster donor engagement, while ensuring compliance with regulations. A degree-level education and a strong track record in securing significant gifts are essential. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and make a lasting impact on the future of the institution.