Development Officer (Fundraising)

Lucy Cavendish College is seeking to appoint a Development Officer (Fundraising).

The Development Officer (Fundraising) will use their exceptional fundraising, communication, and project management skills to support Lucy Cavendish College’s ambitious development objectives. They will play a leading role in shaping and delivering strategies to increase philanthropic participation, building and developing strong relationships with donors through a highly personalised approach.

The postholder will lead on community fundraising initiatives, including Giving Day-style appeals, the regular giving programme, and the recent alumni giving strategy, while supporting wider donor engagement and stewardship activity. They will create compelling fundraising communications and donor-focused content, ensuring the College’s philanthropic priorities and impact are communicated clearly and effectively to inspire support and long-term engagement.

The postholder will be proactive, collaborative and ambitious. With a positive and sociable outlook, you will be an exemplary ambassador for the College, with the ability to motivate prospects to support its pioneering mission.

In return we can offer a benefits package including:

• 36 days holiday pro rata
• Free meals on shift
• A 6% employer contributory pension scheme
• Free car parking (if available)
• Life assurance x3 salary
• A health cash back scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing programme including free yoga and bootcamp sessions
• College gym
• College punt hire
• Employee Assistance Programme

To learn more about this role, or to make an informal enquiry, please contact:

Development Director on development.director@lucy.cam.ac.uk.  

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button below.  

Closing date: 9am on Monday 22 June 2026

Interviews: W/C 29 June 2026

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Lucy Cavendish College is committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities that we serve. Candidates are requested to complete the Equality Opportunities Monitoring Form as part of their application. The information provided is anonymous and will not be used in considering your application or given to the selection panel.

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