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LETTER FROM THE CHIEF ADVANCEMENT OFFICER Building a wholly new, and very different kind of
NMiTE is in partnership with the University of Warwick
university – literally from the ground up – is one of
and has been seed-funded by local and national
those incredible opportunities that might come along
government. Although we’re currently in start-up
once in a lifetime... if that. And what’s possibly even
phase, we have significant ambitions for growth
rarer, is for Advancement to be in at the ground floor.
that far outmatch initial financial support from our
This is exactly why I joined NMiTE as its first Chief Advancement Officer in April 2018. I was – and remain! – extremely excited at the prospect of making a landmark contribution to the growth and success of what is arguably one of the most exciting higher education initiatives to emerge in a very long time. And it’s why I’m delighted you’re also taking an
government partners – hence the need for worldclass Advancement activities to drive the university’s future growth. Whether it’s student focused support, capital development, academic growth or new recruitment programs – we’re dreaming differently and engaging philanthropy as a central pillar of our future success.
interest in joining me as part of the founding NMiTE
I’m looking for a brilliant Head of Philanthropic
Advancement team.
Engagement to work closely with me in engaging
As you will explore in this recruitment pack, NMiTE is a radical and bold project that aims to truly
philanthropists who share our compelling vision for change.
transform the UK’s higher education sector. In doing
If you’re a self-starter who would thrive in a dynamic,
so, we intend to inspire a new generation of creative
different and fast-moving start-up environment –
engineering talent to change our society for the
yet one that is still noticeably focused on higher
better.
education – I’d love to hear from you. This is truly
We believe the current university model is not attracting, supporting and retaining enough of the
Jonathan Cosgrove Chief Advancement Officer New Model in Technology & Engineering
a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to do something amazing!
right kind of people to impact our communities and economies through great engineering. That’s why NMiTE is reimagining what a brilliant engineering education should be and, in doing so, regenerating an ancient cathedral city – Hereford - that is demanding a better future.
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CHANGING THE FUTURE OF ENGINEERING EDUCATION NMiTE believes the current university
NMiTE seeks to inspire more people
model is simply not attracting,
– especially women and those from
supporting and retaining enough of
under-represented backgrounds – to
the right kind of people to impact our
choose and stay in engineering and
communities, economies and societies
ultimately make a difference to our
through great engineering. Is it that
world. NMiTE seeks to supply industry
today’s engineering education has
with the engineers it needs, and
been designed for yesterday’s world,
maintain the skills and flexibility of the
rather than tomorrow’s?
engineering workforce that exists.
“…developing the pipeline to address the skills shortage will continue to be a challenge for the engineering community. Gender representation, in particular, is a key concern.” (Engineering UK, 2018)
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INSPIRING A DIFFERENT APPROACH Imagine a radically different approach tomorrow; an approach that
NMiTE is reimagining what a brilliant engineering education must look like and, in doing so, is regenerating a city and region that is demanding a better future. NMiTE will inspire future generations of engineers to make a
transforms the lives of all kinds
renewed difference to our world, through:
to developing the engineers of
of engineers – and the many communities they serve – through life-changing education. Imagine a university that truly focuses on engineering practice, one that excites and engages learners by putting them at the heart of what a university is, and what a university does. NMiTE is going to be doing precisely this through developing a wholly new model of engineering education. With the University of Warwick as its academic partner, NMiTE is focused on the philosophy of ‘engineering for life’. It is the only place in the world to combine and further develop educational innovations that are succeeding in countries with growing knowledge economies.
• Putting problem-solving at the
• Doing admissions differently,
heart of the curriculum. This will
whilst retaining a core focus
create opportunities for NMiTE’s
on academic and scientific
learners to tackle real-world
rigour. For instance, NMiTE
challenges that enhance their
won’t require maths and
ability to learn through doing,
physics at A-level, rather it
quickly and productively
will ensure learners receive the right maths and science
• Delivering improved value for money for engineering learners
• Facilitating a multi-disciplinary
by delivering a MEng in three
approach to integrate art,
46-week years
economics, law, ethics, politics,
• Ensuring NMiTE’s philosophy of ‘engineering for life’ informs everything it does – this model will deliver a worldclass education experience for undergraduates, degree
training tailored to their individual needs • Widening pathways for under-
communication, and finance into
represented groups such as
engineering - recognising that
women, those with a disability
21st century problems won’t be
or learners from non A-level
solved within boundaries of a
backgrounds – for instance
single discipline
those having undertaken
• Partnering intimately with
apprentices and those
employers and other
committed to continuing
organisations to integrate, in real
professional development as
time, their evolving needs into
engineers
the fabric of the curriculum
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apprenticeships or BTECs, or from people joining NMiTE later in their careers – such as from the military.
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THE CITY OF HEREFORD Herefordshire lies in the south west
With the market towns of Ledbury,
of the West Midlands, bordering
Leominster, Bromyard, Kington and
Wales. The county town, Hereford, is
Ross-on-Wye naturally looking towards
an historic cathedral city situated on
Hereford, all roads lead – gently and
the River Wye. It offers a wide variety
calmly – to Hereford City. Relax in a
of lifestyles blending the traditional
coffee shop, stroll around the traffic-
with the modern. Whether strolling
free city centre, top up your cultural
alongside the crystal-clear waters of
habit at the Cathedral and buy the
the River Wye, enjoying the vibrant
freshest produce at local markets – all
centre of High Town, taking in a show
just a short stroll from each other.
at The Courtyard Theatre, embracing
What’s more, you’re never more than
the vibrant foodie scene or immersing
10 minutes from stunning countryside:
yourself in the fantastic local history
the Black Mountains to the west and
and historic architecture, Hereford is a
sensational views to the east.
lovely city with a lively feel and a high quality of living.
If you’ve ever dreamt of a place which brings together the convenience of living in a big city with the lifestyle associated with a home in a rural idyll, Hereford is the place for you.
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THE OPPORTUNITY The Head of Philanthropic Engagement is a key role in this newly formed Advancement team, contributing significantly to the success of all NMiTE’s external engagement and fundraising activities. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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The successful candidate will be
With extensive experience in effective
primarily responsible for principal
relationship management – ideally in
and major gift success – taking on
a fundraising or sales environment
a leadership role with a number of
– you are a strategic, thoughtful and
NMiTE’s most important prospective
tenacious leader, comfortable in
major donors, shaping institutional
engaging high net worth individuals,
stewardship strategy and operations,
corporates and foundations to
and development of a growing
make a difference in areas that
fundraising operation, including legacy
they are passionate about. You are
gifts.
highly organised, credible with key
Reporting to Jonathan Cosgrove, Chief Advancement Officer, this is a oncein-a-lifetime opportunity to shape the future of a new university. Your talent
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and experience, allied to passion, grit and curiosity will make a landmark
volunteers, confident in achieving within a target-focused environment, and understand the value in how science informs the art of effective relationship management, sales and/ or fundraising.
contribution to NMiTE’s core focus of ensuring fundraising supports the growth and success of the university.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
PERSON SPECIFICATION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
SELECTION CRITERIA
• Manage effectively own portfolio of prospective principal and
• Leadership experience in fundraising, sales and/or relationship based roles
major gift donors, which includes development and attainment of agreed annual outcomes around asks made, gifts and pounds raised • Development of discrete Cases for Support that ensure we are donor-focused, but institutionally-led in our fundraising • Shaping and leading a best in class stewardship program, which ensures donors are aware of and excited about the difference their philanthropic support is making • Development of a long-term philanthropic legacy program, which ensures that NMiTE – and our institutional impact – aligns with how donors intend to make a difference with one of the most generous gifts they can make • Recruitment and development of a fundraising team to support both short and long-term NMiTE goals, focused on major/principal gifts, regular giving and legacy gifts • Ensure Advancement systems and processes that benefit NMiTE are optimised to become best in class • Serve as an active member of the Advancement team, encouraging a passionate, resilient and curious culture, and modelling desired behaviours to achieve this • Deputise for the Chief Advancement Officer when called upon
within a target-focused environment • A track record of successful cultivation and solicitation of significant gifts/ sales/relationships that drive forward the success of an institution – ideally achieved in a philanthropic and/or higher education environment • Demonstrated understanding of the higher education environment • A high degree of comfort working with cultural sensitivity - supported by a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive personal style • Possess the maturity, perspective and credibility necessary to influence senior university professional and academic colleagues as well as key volunteers and donors • Intellectual curiosity: the capacity to understand the breadth of programs and impact NMiTE aims to deliver, and the ability to translate that understanding into policy, programs and solicitations in the philanthropic fundraising arena • Outstanding written and oral communication skills • Experience working with volunteers to achieve identified outcomes and understanding of strategies to manage volunteers effectively • Proven ability and experience in strategic and operational planning and the organisational skills to ensure successful delivery of programs and services • Degree qualified or, alternatively, equivalent combination of extensive relevant experience and/or education and training
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TERMS & CONDITIONS Location
Hereford, HR1 (Relocation expenses may be available - Some remote working may be considered)
Salary
ÂŁ55,000-ÂŁ65,000
Contract
Three year fixed term contract
Hours of Work
Full-time or part-time (four days per week)
Annual Leave
30 days holiday + university closure days
Travel
Occasional travel national and international as required (business mileage will be paid)
HOW TO APPLY
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