Senior Prospect Research Officer

University of Dundee is a world class university, recognised for its focus on providing outstanding and inclusive student experiences as well leading major research programmes with global significance. Its work has social, cultural and economic impact and it is at the forefront of research into major disease in Scotland and across the world – including cancer, Parkinson’s and Covid 19. This research relies on major donations, gifts and legacies.

A new opportunity as arisen for a Senior Prospect Research Officer to join the team. This senior role is critical to the fundraising success of the Development and Alumni Relations department. This presents an exciting opportunity to create and implement new systems and processes to maximise the effectiveness of the major gifts and regular giving income streams. You will work to identify individuals, corporates, and trusts and foundations who have the philanthropic capacity, propensity, and affinity to support agreed fundraising priorities.

You will be someone with a background in research, ideally related fundraising however we are open to hearing from candidates from the private or public sector. You will have the ability to compress large volumes of information info easily understandable data, profiles and reports. You will be able to identify new prospects and be able to network effectively to find these.

The rewards are significant. You will work in a committed, creative and close-knit team across the University’s Development and Alumni Relations office - a team that recognises and nurtures talent every day. On top of an excellent package that includes a salary of between £34,308 - £42,155.; a significant employer contributory pension (21.6%) and generous annual leave (39 days p.a.) plus knowing you are helping the vital funding and donor relations work that will ensure the legacy of a world class University – one that places social value and making a difference to the lives of people and communities at its core.

This is a rare and unique opportunity to make a real difference to the future of a great Scottish University with a global vision. If you are passionate about Dundee’s values and mission and believe you have what it takes to lead this team and to build success, please consider this as your next career move.

How To Apply

Please email us at recruitment@brucetaitassociates.com or call us on 01786 542 224 to request an information pack. You are advised to get in touch well in advance of the closing date to give us time to consider your application and pre-interview the strongest applicants.

Closing Date: Midday, Wednesday 1st March

Interview Date: Monday 13th March

This search is being conducted exclusively for University of Dundee by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team have all worked extensively in and with the voluntary sector and academia and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.