Philanthropy Executive

Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we're challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and organised person to join our highly successful Philanthropy team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong administrative experience and an interest in charity fundraising. We are seeking a professional, outgoing person who takes pride in providing a high-quality service to supporters and senior colleagues. In return, we can offer an exciting, friendly working environment and the opportunity to join a small major gifts team that punches well above its weight.

The main tasks of the role:

• Manage all aspects of relationships with charitable trusts and foundations giving grants of under GBP10,000
• Project manage the annual Small Trust Mailing
• Provide an excellent level of stewardship to supporters
• Process and undertake related financial duties
• Provide administrative support to the Head of Philanthropy and the Principal Gifts Lead
• Undertake ad hoc administrative and data-related projects
• Provide support for events as required

Location: Granta Park, near Cambridge

Salary: Circa GBP22,000 per annum, plus benefits

This role is a full-time role, however applications looking for part-time may be considered.

Please note when accessing our online recruitment system, the role will be listed as Major Giving Executive. This is also how the role is referred to for internal purposes, should you be successful.

The closing date for applications is the 6th February 2019, with interviews to be held on the 15th February 2019. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on this date.

In order to be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer's Research UK website.