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Letter from the Master Dear Candidate, Thank you for your interest in St Benet’s Hall. St Benet’s is a Permanent Private Hall in the University of Oxford and one of the now 44 constituent colleges of the University. Founded by the Benedictine Abbey at Ampleforth in 1897, the Hall continues its Benedictine Roman Catholic ethos with a small monastic community at its centre. However, students and staff come from a variety of religious and nonreligious backgrounds. Faithful to the monastic ideal and to the University’s educational origin and vision, the Master, students, monks, staff, tutors, fellows, and guests all sit around one table and enjoy the same food. Together we form a vibrant, diverse and international community. Our intellectual and community profile also attracts an ever increasing number of visiting academics from around the world. My wife Betty and I have greatly enjoyed our so far five years at St Benet’s Hall. A lot has changed since our arrival, including the transition to a fully co-educational and more diverse student body, the increase in the number of graduate students, the acquisition of a new and important second building at 11 Norham Gardens in addition to our main site at 38 St Giles in central Oxford, the appointment of a professional bursar etc. We are proud to witness that all of these changes have been welcomed by the entire membership of the Hall and supported by its alumni. Our continuing development requires a strong financial base. That is the only way to guarantee the best teaching and research and to make sure that we have the

brightest students. The post of Development Director, therefore, matters hugely to the Hall, and he or she will be vital to our future success. I hope you get a chance to experience what a unique and exciting place this is, and I wish you luck with your application. Werner G Jeanrond Master of St Benet’s Hall

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Introduction Benedictine monks have a long history at Oxford, going right back to the beginnings of the University. St Benet’s Hall itself was founded in 1897, and granted a license to matriculate students in the University of Oxford in 1918. The Hall is owned by Ampleforth Abbey Trust and governed by the St Benet’s Trust. Currently 84 female and male students study for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in humanities and social science subjects: Classics; History; Oriental Studies; Theology; Philosophy, Politics and Economics; Archaeology; Egyptology; Masters in Copyright © 2016 Roo Waters All Rights Reserved

Business Administration and Masters in Public Policy. Benedictine ethos is central to the Hall and binds

The presence of a small but distinct community of

together staff and students who come from a variety

Benedictine monks in the Hall provides a visible link to

of religious backgrounds or none. Public life in the Hall

the great European tradition of education of persons

revolves around the Refectory in St Giles’, Libraries,

in a community, characterised by mutual respect and

Calefactory and Solar, Chapel and JCR.

an awareness of the diversity of religious and secular

St Benet’s Hall is a community of students, scholars,

traditions.

monks and visitors who share one table without

St Benet’s Hall is at a transformational moment in

hierarchy or segregation.

its history. Ampleforth’s monastic community has

St Benet’s Hall is a constituent part of the University of

recognised the need to develop St Benet’s Hall; to

Oxford and as a unique community of learning both in Oxford and amongst the leading universities of the

provide men and women with the opportunity to grow and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to

world, aims to provide even closer attention to the

make their mark on the world.

academic and personal development of each of its

The University of Oxford’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Louise

undergraduate and graduate students – both lay and

Richardson has also recognised the work and progress

religious.

of St Benet’s Hall, commenting: “Oxford needs St Benet’s”. Moreover, St Benet’s has a mandate from the University to promote Oxford in the maintained sector, particularly amongst Catholic schools. This has resulted in a diversification of the Hall’s student population and more students selecting St Benet’s Hall as their first choice of place to study. The first key step in this development was the appointment, in 2012, of St Benet’s Hall’s first lay master: Professor Werner G Jeanrond, an acclaimed Catholic academic. Under the leadership of Professor Jeanrond, St Benet’s has not only diversified the student population but has also reviewed the subjects that are taught and has improved academic attainment, Copyright © 2016 Andrew P Waters All Rights Reserved

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whilst retaining the uniqueness of St Benet’s Hall.

Governance at St Benet’s Hall St Benet’s Hall is a Permanent Private Hall in the University of Oxford, owned by Ampleforth Abbey and governed through the St Benet’s Trust, which is a subsidiary trust to the Ampleforth Abbey Trust. The St Benet’s Trust holds the licence issued by the University of Oxford, which enables the work of St Benet’s Hall as an academic institution of research and teaching in the University. The University has established a Supervisory Committee for its six Permanent Private Halls, including St Benet’s Hall. St Benet’s Hall is thus intimately involved with the work and mission of both Ampleforth Abbey and the University of Oxford. The existence of both these stakeholders is appropriately reflected on the Board

of Trustees, which is responsible for the governance of the Hall.

Through the Procurator’s Department at Ampleforth,

While the University supervises the academic

the Hall has access to a range of services, such as

provisions of the Hall, the Abbey is concerned with all

finance, human resources, insurance, health & safety

strategic aspects of the Hall’s activities, including the

and risk management, and building support services to

monastic work and religious presence, finance and

the Hall.

development, the management of the estate, and the

St Benet’s cooperates with Ampleforth Abbey on all

employment of the Master and of all other members of the Hall – academic, administrative and housekeeping. The newly appointed Director of Development will be employed by Ampleforth Abbey Trust.

matters of development and fundraising. A special Board of Regents, that includes monks of the Abbey, the Master and the Development Office of the Hall, as well as suitable alumni and friends of the Hall, is concerned with the strategic and fundraising dimensions of the development work in St Benet’s. In these various areas, the Hall can draw upon the advice and resources available in the wider Ampleforth governance structure. St Benet’s Hall wishes to promote a mutually enriching climate of co-operation with both Ampleforth Abbey and the University of Oxford. The Trustees, the Master, the Senior Tutor, the Fellows, the JCR, and the administrative staff of the Hall are all committed to deepening the relationship of the Hall with the members and employees of the Abbey and of the University. Regular communication and frequent visits between the members of the Abbey and the Hall are necessary for the successful co-operation between

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both institutions.

The History of Development at St Benet’s Hall St Benet’s Hall has a valued and committed alumni base. St Benet’s recognises the importance of philanthropic support if it is to realise its mission. A recent report by More Partnership, of the philanthropic potential of St Benet’s Hall has been the catalyst to invest in fundraising. Moss Cooper, the report’s author, was pleasantly surprised at the level of support and enthusiasm for St Benet’s Hall. The report, available to candidates, asserts that with the correct investment in fundraising resources, St Benet’s Hall is an attractive proposition for potential funders. St Benet’s Hall is coming to the end of a capital campaign which until recently relied upon external expertise. The campaign is now being led by Ampleforth’s Director of Development with a view to its completion in the next few months.

We have an opportunity to seek support from an alumni base which, compared to many other Oxford colleges, is not as large or as developed. In addition, there are many Ampleforth alumnus who value the work of St Benet’s Hall. Moreover, recent research

It would be fair to say fundraising at St Benet’s is in

suggests there are international prospects that would

its early stages and previous attempts at gathering

be, if cultivated, supportive of the Catholic Benedictine

philanthropic support has not been optimised. It is only

ethos of St Benet’s Hall.

now that it is ready to invest in appointing a permanent Director of Development, a post not previously seriously invested in at St Benet’s Hall.

The Director of Development for St Benet’s Hall will have the support of the enigmatic Master, his senior team, the Master’s PA who spends 50% of her time stewarding alumni including developing and delivering alumni events. Importantly, the Director of Development will be given strategic and technical support from Ampleforth’s Director of Development and her team which includes a researcher and Development Manager. It is anticipated as the St Benet’s Hall fundraising strategy is developed and demonstrates success, then appropriate investment would be appropriate. Importantly St Benet’s Hall has a Board of Regents chaired by Katushka Giltsoff. The Regents are committed to supporting the work of St Benet’s Hall through their expertise and networks. It will be important for this new post-holder to educate the Master and his staff in the technical aspects of fundraising and what is achievable. A focussed approach will be required to maximise potential and ensure that our fundraising needs are realistic and achievable.

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Organisational Chart St Benet’s Trust

PA & Alumni Officer

Fellows & Directors of Studies

Director of Development, Ampleforth Abbey & College

Master, St Benet’s Hall

Senior Tutor

Bursar

College Lecturers

Administration, Maintenance, Housekeeping

Director of Development

The Opportunity St Benet’s Hall is seeking to appoint a new Director of

The successful candidate will have demonstrable

Development. The post-holder will be responsible for

experience of, and the sensitivity necessary for, the

leading and implementing a step-change in St Benet’s

building of effective relationships with a wide range

development strategy, with the aim of providing a

of individuals, which will include alumni, the wider

sustainable source of philanthropic support for the

community and significant new donor bases. S/

Hall.

he will have an outward-looking, open, diplomatic

Working within a unique community of intellectual and

and persuasive style that inspires trust, as well as

personal formation at the heart of the University of Oxford, the post-holder will develop St Benet’s income

an empathy with and willingness to understand and promote the Catholic Benedictine ethos of St Benet’s

generation through the planning, organising and

Hall and its works.

directing of the Hall’s fundraising, including a major

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced

gifts programme, annual fund, planned giving, special

fundraiser with a successful track record in exceptional

events and capital campaigns.

donor development to embed a culture of philanthropy throughout St Benet’s and help secure a sustainable future for the Hall’s students.

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Job Description Accountabilities

The Director of Development will be responsible to both the Director of Development for Ampleforth Abbey Trust and the Master of St Benet’s Hall and his senior team. The post-holder will report to the Director of Development at Ampleforth in matters of strategy, legalities, process and technical assistance, whilst the Master of St Benet’s Hall will provide day to day supervision and work closely with the Director of Development to identify opportunities.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Director of Development, Ampleforth Abbey Trust, the Master of St Benet’s Hall, St Benet’s Hall Trust and Board of Regents. Develop and implement the fundraising strategy for St Benet’s Hall. Direct capital campaigns and other major fundraising initiatives. Grow a major gifts programme, including identification, cultivation and solicitation of major donors. Oversee grant seeking, including research, proposal writing, and reporting requirements. Build an appropriate planned giving programme. Build an annual fund programme, including mailings and annual fundraising drives. Meet prospective donors and supporters on a continual basis to establish effective communications and relationships with them. Coordinate fundraising special events. Oversee prospect research. Oversee fundraising database (Blackbaud DARS) and tracking systems. Align practice to University of Oxford and Ampleforth Abbey Trust. Oversee creation of publications to support fundraising activities. Build collaborate relationships with other fundraising staff within Oxford University and Ampleforth Abbey Trust. Maintain gift recognition programmes. Demonstrate professional conduct at all times. Carry out duties in the most cost-effective and efficient way, demonstrating all due care to safe guarding practice for young people and for all relevant health and safety legislation. Perform other related duties as requested.

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Person Specification Criteria Qualifications Knowledge and Experience

Description Educated to degree level or holding commensurate professional level qualification Proven experience of the development and implementation of development/fundraising strategies, with a track record of success in the following: 1. Exceptional donor development 2. Eliciting major gifts 3. Annual giving and database fundraising 4. Planned giving 5. Grant and Trust applications Proven experience of, and the sensitivity necessary for, the building of effective relationships with a wide range of individuals, which will include alumni, wider community and significant new donor bases. Five years minimum experience in professional fundraising, preferably in major gifts fundraising both in the UK and America (other territories would also be desirable), with experience in obtaining six-to-seven figure gifts. Proven experience of effective influencing and negotiating skills. Proven financial planning and budgetary control ability. The ability to embrace a positive culture that promotes and protects the health and safety of all. A knowledge of the university, charity or wider not-for-profit sectors.

Personal Skills and

An empathy with and willingness to understand and promote the Catholic Benedictine ethos of St

Abilities

Benet’s Hall and its work. The ability to work with members of the academic and support staff, board members, other volunteers and monastic community. An innovative approach to widening the potential donor base. The ability to influence and negotiate for success. Expert listening skills. An outward-looking, open, diplomatic and persuasive style that inspires trust. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, displaying such qualities as sensitivity, curiosity, enthusiasm, vitality and patience. Personal resilience, including a rigorous and systematic approach, with an ability to plan and prioritise, whilst demonstrating flexibility and creativity where appropriate. The desire to get out of the office and build external relationships. Be a “self-starter” and goal driven to initiate donor visits and fundraising calls. Be organised and exhibit “follow through” on tasks and goals. Must embrace the values of Ampleforth Abbey Trust and St Benet’s Hall.

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Terms & Conditions Location

Oxford

Salary

Competitive

Hours of Work

37 hours per week

Annual Leave

22 days plus Bank holidays

Probationary Period

Six month review

Pension Eligibility

Under the terms of the Scheme, Ampleforth Abbey Trust, as the employer, contributes 4% of gross earnings and you, as the employee, contribute 4% during each year of appointment. This is the default contribution provided. You may choose to contribute more (subject to a maximum of 100% of your salary) and the Employer will match this up to 8%.

Travel

Regular travel throughout the UK and oversees will be expected

Application Process Please apply by submitting a copy of your Curriculum

If you would like to have an informal conversation prior

Vitae (CV) and a covering letter highlighting your

to applying to this role, please contact St Benet’s Hall’s

suitability for the position by email to:

Executive search consultant:

catrin.atkins@execucare.com

Mairi Shirley, Executive Director mairi.shirley@execucare.com

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