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Oxford
University of Oxford
Development officer
£35,681 - £45,112 a year
Posted: 21 September
Offer description

Are you a Development Officer looking to advance your career? Join our dynamic Student Support team at the University of Oxford and contribute to cutting-edge research, teaching, and professional services.

Location: University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford OX1 2JD

Salary: £35,681 - £41,636 per annum, with a possible extension to £45,212 including an Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year (pro rata).

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world's leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

* 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
* One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
* A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
* An excellent contributory pension scheme.
* Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
* Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

* This early career role is based in the Student Support fundraising team which focusses on different areas of the student experience, including access and outreach and supporting the University's strategic ambition of funding increased post graduate scholarships.
* You will join an experienced and high achieving team and raise philanthropic income for small projects within the Student Support portfolio and manage the direct mail campaigns.
* You will also be responsible for providing donor stewardship and prospecting potential major donors as well as being the first point of contact for colleagues providing advice and support.

About You

* This role would suit someone at the early stages of their fundraising career who now wishes to take on the challenge of developing their own small portfolio of prospects and mass appeals and to further their experience in stewardship, events and more general fundraising.
* We are looking for an excellent communicator who would enjoy working in a busy university environment, with the ability to establish and maintain relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, including academics, donors and internal colleagues.
* To be successful in this role you will be keen to learn, be pro-active, organised and have the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

* A covering letter/supporting statement
* Your CV
* The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 22 September 2025

Interviews will take place on 3 October 2025 and will be held face-to-face.

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