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 strategy
Cultivate relationships with donors and prospects, from annual givers to major gift supporters
Project manage appeals across multiple channels
Ensure effective donor stewardship and record keeping
Lead alumni relations and develop meaningful engagement initiatives
Manage alumni data, communications, and mentoring programmes
Grow a thriving alumni network and act as the first point of contact for former pupils
Deliver an annual calendar of engaging events for alumni and supporters
Promote events creatively across digital and print platforms
Track event impact and maximise ROI
Produce high quality publications, newsletters, and digital content
Manage online engagement platforms and social media channels
To be successful, you must have experience:
Proven experience in fundraising
Excellent communication, research and project management skills
Confidence with CRM databases (e.g. ToucanTech), social media, and digital tools
A proactive, collaborative, and detail oriented mindset
A 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 pool
Ongoing 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.