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Advancement Officer (Operations & Stewardship)
| Posting date: | 22 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £31236-32080 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 November 2025 |
| Location: | Newcastle, NE1 7RU |
| Company: | Newcastle University |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 28623-43733056 |
Summary
We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.
The Role
Join a mission-driven team shaping the future of philanthropy at the University.
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to play a pivotal role across two key areas of our Advancement team: Operational Support and Donor Relations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to both the strategic backbone of fundraising and the storytelling that inspires continued generosity.
The NU Advancement Team is responsible for fundraising, donation management and alumni engagement across Newcastle University. Our work provides substantial financial and in-kind support to students and recent graduates and to the University’s research programmes.
This role provides research, analytical and systems support ensuring fundraising efficiency and compliance with the governance requirements of the Fundraising Code of Practice and the University’s ethical policies in relation to the acceptance of donations are met.
This role is full time, fixed term position for 9 months ending in September 2026. As a team, we work flexibly and are open to specific requests.
For more information on the role and an informal chat, please contact Jack O'Toole, Head of Advancement Operations at jack.otoole@newcastle.ac.uk
Interviews are expected to be held on the 18th /19th November
The Role
Join a mission-driven team shaping the future of philanthropy at the University.
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to play a pivotal role across two key areas of our Advancement team: Operational Support and Donor Relations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to both the strategic backbone of fundraising and the storytelling that inspires continued generosity.
What You’ll Do
Prospect Research & Operational Support
Working closely with the Head of Advancement Operations, you’ll contribute to ensuring the whole team can operate effectively and dynamically. You’ll conduct insightful research and analysis on potential donors, helping to identify individuals with the capacity and propensity to support the University’s mission. Your work will empower our team to build meaningful relationships with high-impact prospects.
Philanthropy and Donor Stewardship
In collaboration with the Head of Major Gifts, you’ll craft compelling updates and reports that showcase the transformative power of philanthropy. You’ll help donors see the direct impact of their support, strengthening their connection to the University. You’ll also work to coordinate the planning and development of donor-funded scholarships, ensuring a seamless and rewarding experience for both donors and recipients.
Why This Role Matters
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on both analytical thinking and creative communication. You’ll be a key connector between data and storytelling, helping to drive fundraising success while celebrating the generosity that fuels our institution’s growth.
Newcastle University (NU) Advancement is the driving force behind fundraising and alumni and supporter engagement across the University. Our work transforms lives, inspires ground-breaking research, and creates opportunities and communities that have a profound impact.
The NU Advancement Team is responsible for fundraising, donation management and alumni engagement across Newcastle University. Our work provides substantial financial and in-kind support to students and recent graduates and to the University’s research programmes.
This role provides research, analytical and systems support ensuring fundraising efficiency and compliance with the governance requirements of the Fundraising Code of Practice and the University’s ethical policies in relation to the acceptance of donations are met.
The role will work across 2 areas in the team
- operational support and donor relations. The postholder will provide support across the Operations function, focusing specifically on researching prospects to further the efforts of the fundraising team. You’ll work closely with the Head of Operations to provide analysis on potential donors to the University, working form educated assessments of a donor’s propensity to give.
This role will also work with the donor relations team. The post-holder will be responsible for producing compelling updates and reports for donors , to clearly demonstrate the impact of philanthropy to the University and the impact of their giving. The role will work closely with the Head of Individual Major Giving to oversee the planning and development of the scholarship process for donor-funded scholarships.
This role is full time, fixed term position for 9 months ending in September 2026. As a team, we work flexibly and are open to specific requests.
For more information on the role and an informal chat, please contact Jack O'Toole, Head of Advancement Operations at jack.otoole@newcastle.ac.uk
The Role
Join a mission-driven team shaping the future of philanthropy at the University.
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to play a pivotal role across two key areas of our Advancement team: Operational Support and Donor Relations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to both the strategic backbone of fundraising and the storytelling that inspires continued generosity.
The NU Advancement Team is responsible for fundraising, donation management and alumni engagement across Newcastle University. Our work provides substantial financial and in-kind support to students and recent graduates and to the University’s research programmes.
This role provides research, analytical and systems support ensuring fundraising efficiency and compliance with the governance requirements of the Fundraising Code of Practice and the University’s ethical policies in relation to the acceptance of donations are met.
This role is full time, fixed term position for 9 months ending in September 2026. As a team, we work flexibly and are open to specific requests.
For more information on the role and an informal chat, please contact Jack O'Toole, Head of Advancement Operations at jack.otoole@newcastle.ac.uk
Interviews are expected to be held on the 18th /19th November
The Role
Join a mission-driven team shaping the future of philanthropy at the University.
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to play a pivotal role across two key areas of our Advancement team: Operational Support and Donor Relations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to both the strategic backbone of fundraising and the storytelling that inspires continued generosity.
What You’ll Do
Prospect Research & Operational Support
Working closely with the Head of Advancement Operations, you’ll contribute to ensuring the whole team can operate effectively and dynamically. You’ll conduct insightful research and analysis on potential donors, helping to identify individuals with the capacity and propensity to support the University’s mission. Your work will empower our team to build meaningful relationships with high-impact prospects.
Philanthropy and Donor Stewardship
In collaboration with the Head of Major Gifts, you’ll craft compelling updates and reports that showcase the transformative power of philanthropy. You’ll help donors see the direct impact of their support, strengthening their connection to the University. You’ll also work to coordinate the planning and development of donor-funded scholarships, ensuring a seamless and rewarding experience for both donors and recipients.
Why This Role Matters
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on both analytical thinking and creative communication. You’ll be a key connector between data and storytelling, helping to drive fundraising success while celebrating the generosity that fuels our institution’s growth.
Newcastle University (NU) Advancement is the driving force behind fundraising and alumni and supporter engagement across the University. Our work transforms lives, inspires ground-breaking research, and creates opportunities and communities that have a profound impact.
The NU Advancement Team is responsible for fundraising, donation management and alumni engagement across Newcastle University. Our work provides substantial financial and in-kind support to students and recent graduates and to the University’s research programmes.
This role provides research, analytical and systems support ensuring fundraising efficiency and compliance with the governance requirements of the Fundraising Code of Practice and the University’s ethical policies in relation to the acceptance of donations are met.
The role will work across 2 areas in the team
- operational support and donor relations. The postholder will provide support across the Operations function, focusing specifically on researching prospects to further the efforts of the fundraising team. You’ll work closely with the Head of Operations to provide analysis on potential donors to the University, working form educated assessments of a donor’s propensity to give.
This role will also work with the donor relations team. The post-holder will be responsible for producing compelling updates and reports for donors , to clearly demonstrate the impact of philanthropy to the University and the impact of their giving. The role will work closely with the Head of Individual Major Giving to oversee the planning and development of the scholarship process for donor-funded scholarships.
This role is full time, fixed term position for 9 months ending in September 2026. As a team, we work flexibly and are open to specific requests.
For more information on the role and an informal chat, please contact Jack O'Toole, Head of Advancement Operations at jack.otoole@newcastle.ac.uk