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Candidate Information Pack | Director of Advancement Services, University of Cambridge
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DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT SERVICES
LETTER FROM ALISON TRAUB Dear Candidate,
influencing and negotiation skills,
leadership and management experience,
Thank you for your interest in the role of
proven skills in managing change and
Director of Advancement Services. This
transformation, and a demonstrable
is a key appointment to our Leadership
capacity to analyse, think critically and
Management team and we’re delighted to
strategically, and to promote innovation.
be working with Execucare to find the right person to join our team.
You will be joining an exciting, challenging, and rewarding place to work. This is an
This is a pivotal moment to join
environment for a leader who is keen to
Development and Alumni Relations
stretch themselves, relishes a challenge
at Cambridge. Our mission is to align
and wants to learn from others. For the
passion with priority, inspire generosity
right person, this is a fantastic opportunity
and contribute to the excellence of the
to work for a world-leading University and
Collegiate University. We value building
build transformational programmes and
relationships with all internal and external
partnerships.
stakeholders, and find agile solutions in a collegial, responsive and transparent way. We aim to embody excellence
at all levels, holding each other and
ourselves accountable for the decisions
we make and celebrating the results we achieve. And we believe in continuous
improvement, learning from our everyday
experiences so we can grow and achieve together.
The University of Cambridge has
had a long history of commitment to
philanthropy and success in fundraising.
The University and Colleges were among the earliest in the UK to recognise
the need for development and alumni relations professionals, which now
exceed 300 people across the University and 31 Colleges. We have undergone a
transformational change in our approach
to fundraising, embedding a new SchoolsBased partnership model in 2013 and
piloting a regional fundraising programme
based around key donor constituencies in the UK and abroad.
Our successful 800th Anniversary
campaign was the first in Europe to
raise over £1 billion. Building on this
momentum, the new £2 billion Campaign for the University and Colleges of
Cambridge launched publicly in 2015,
which was also the most successful year of fundraising in Cambridge’s history.
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As one of the world’s best universities
in one of the UK’s most beautiful cities, we drive world-changing research and
teaching across an extraordinary range of
We look forward to speaking with you soon.
Best wishes
fields, all of which have been supported by
Alison Traub
partnership to achieve more together than
Development and Alumni Relations
philanthropy. We recognise the power of in isolation.
We seek to appoint an outstanding
individual to provide overall strategic direction to a comprehensive
Advancement Services Programme, encapsulating gift management,
information services and finance. Key qualities for success in this role include strong relationship building,
Executive Director
INTRODUCTION For 800 years the University of Cambridge has championed brilliant minds, facilitating collaboration and encouraging the creation of world-changing ideas. Cambridge scholars have identified the origins of the universe as well as the very building blocks of life, and the University has been home to the discovery of ground-breaking scientific breakthroughs such as humanized monoclonal antibodies, in-vitro fertilisation, the insulin molecule and DNA. The University of Cambridge is a world leader in science and technology and its practical application, and maintains a significant tradition in the arts, humanities and social sciences. Its research touches upon, and is relevant to, all aspects of life. The work of the University addresses questions as far-reaching and profound as how to tackle climate change and carbon emissions, the future of healthcare, global inequality and biodiversity. It is developing the technology of the future with significant research into machine learning, bioengineering and robust digital infrastructure.
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE The mission of the University of
Cambridge is to contribute to society
through the pursuit of education, learning and research at the highest international levels of excellence.
Providing teaching and an education
of the highest quality is central to the
University’s purposes. The Tripos system for the undergraduate degrees and the
distinctive personal attention given to all
The University of Cambridge is
students are essential components of
universities in the world. The University’s
of scale that provides a personal and
is built upon a long history of first-class
Colleges, combined with the scope and
collegiate system. Its principal goal is to
the Colleges’ facilities are at the core of
consistently ranked among the top five
the Cambridge experience. The genius
sustained pursuit of academic excellence
supportive focus for students in the
teaching and research within its distinctive
range of the University’s subject base and
continue to be in the foremost rank of
this endeavour.
research-led universities worldwide.
The University has nearly 10,000 staff,
approximately 17,600 students and assets of c. £220 million. Its total income in
2012 was £1.3 billion, when consolidated with the turnovers of the wholly-
owned Cambridge University Press and
Cambridge Assessment (the University’s external examination business).
The 2014 UK Research Excellence
Framework (REF) confirmed Cambridge’s position as one of the world’s leading research institutions. The University
returned some 2,200 academics to the
REF: 47% of its submissions were awarded the highest rating of 4* overall (world-
leading) and a further 40% of submissions rated 3* overall (internationally excellent).
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The Collegiate University remains
committed to admitting the best students regardless of their background and,
at the undergraduate level, it invests
considerable resources both in widening
access and in financial support. Through the Cambridge Commonwealth and
Overseas Trust, significant funds are
also available for postgraduate students.
Attracting the very best research students from around the world to Cambridge remains a core strategic objective.
THE DEVELOPMENT &
ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE University of Cambridge Development and Alumni Relations is the fundraising, alumni and supporter engagement arm of the
University. It has responsibility for raising
major philanthropic gifts from alumni and non-alumni sources; for encouraging
lifelong relationships and building links between the University, its alumni and
supporters; for ensuring that the worldwide community of over 200,000 alumni is
well-informed about the development of the University and equipped to be
effective ambassadors and advocates; and for communicating persuasively with all audiences to satisfy these objectives.
Vision
In Autumn 2015, the University of
We are a trusted partner who is driven by the mission of the University and Colleges of Cambridge, to execute a transformative programme of philanthropy and alumni engagement.
fundraising campaign to date. The Dear
Mission
Cambridge launched its most ambitious World... Yours, Cambridge Campaign for
the University and Colleges of Cambridge seeks to raise £2bn to attract the
brightest minds, create the most inspiring
environment for world-class research, and enable Cambridge to continue to respond to the world’s greatest challenges. By the end of October 2018, £1.29 billion has
already been raised. For more information
on the Campaign, please visit cam.ac.uk/ YoursCambridge.
Cambridge in America (CAm) is the
fundraising and alumni and supporter
We align passion with priority, inspire generosity and contribute to excellence of the Collegiate University.
Passion: Inspired by Cambridge
We are enthusiastic about making a difference in the world through creative and innovative approaches, which support philanthropy and alumni engagement at Cambridge.
Respect: Champion Each Other
We work together to build a nurturing community where we listen, trust and empower each other, so we can grow and achieve.
Collaboration: Work in a Spirit of Partnership
in the most developed philanthropic
We build relationships with all internal and external stakeholders, and find agile solutions in a collegial, responsive and transparent way.
www.cantab.org/). The Development and
Accountability: Be Brave and Honest
engagement arm for Collegiate Cambridge market globally, the United States. (http:// Alumni Relations office and CAm work
collaboratively with each other and their advancement counterparts in the 31
Colleges to maximise the philanthropic
opportunities for the Collegiate University.
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We take personal responsibility for our work and are results-oriented. We actively engage in discussions and commit to decisions once they are made.
Excellence: Lead by Example
We apply our expertise in the pursuit of excellence, and believe in continuous improvement, learning from our everyday experiences.
THE ROLE IN CONTEXT This new senior leadership role provides a rare opportunity to join one of the world’s leading higher education institutions as part of a dynamic and innovative
team, delivering upon the University
of Cambridge’s significant fundraising potential.
Development and Alumni Relations
continues to progress with a number
programmes impacting all aspects of the organisation. The Advancement
Services programme will provide an
information, intelligence and technology infrastructure that supports evidence-
and information management, financial and
for philanthropic giving and alumni
and alumni aspirations of the University.
The role holder must demonstrate an
data systems to underpin the fundraising The role holder will lead, deliver and evaluate the Advancement Services
based decision making to harness potential
FINANCE
engagement.
GIFT SERVICES &
INFORMATION
DATA SUPPORT
SERVICES
ability, and willingness, to work in a rapidly changing organisation and, as part of the
• FINANCE MANAGER
for the creation and adoption of new
• SENIOR ACCOUNTS CLERK
strategy using international best practice to
change process, to be an active advocate
fundraising and alumni engagement
methods and practices within Development
University’s considerable ambitions.
Cambridge in America. S/he will drive the
management and data support, information
Services and promote Cambridge as a
infrastructure management.
This role provides an excellent opportunity
support and strengthen the philanthropic
DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT SERVICES
of significant business transformation
The Director of Advancement Services is responsible for providing world-class gift
ORGANISATIONAL CHART
• ACCOUNTS CLERK
• HEAD OF GIFT SERVICES & DATA SUPPORT
• HEAD OF INFORMATION SERVICES
• SETTLEMENT OFFICER
• SENIOR QUALITY ASSURANCE ADMINISTRATOR
programmes, so as to deliver on the
and Alumni Relations, the Colleges and
• SETTLEMENT COORDINATOR
Specific responsibilities include gift
creation of best practices for Advancement
• GIFT SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR X2
services, financial and data analysis, and
leader in the sector.
• DATA SUPPORT ASSISTANT X3
The Director of Advancement Services
for an individual looking to have a major
• AMICUS OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENT MANAGER
organisational strategic and operational
institution.
• PROJECT MANAGER
plays a key role in the development of
personal impact on a world-renowned
plans utilising reporting and data insights,
• PROJECT COORDINATOR & BUSINESS ANALYST
and innovation.
• AMICUS HELPDESK LEAD X2
with a particular emphasis on efficiencies
• TRAINING SUPERVISOR • PROJECT COORDINATOR
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• SENIOR DATA SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR
• TECHNOLOGY MANAGER • TECHNICAL DEVELOPER X5
• OPERATIONS MANAGER • OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR X2 • OPERATIONS ASSISTANT X2
PERSON PROFILE EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
SKILLS
• Bachelor’s degree, advanced degree preferred.
• Strong project management, organisational and analytical skills and ability to initiate, monitor, evaluate and advance strategic plans that support the University’s mission and contribute to the overall goals and objectives of the fundraising program.
EXPERIENCE • 10+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in major gift fundraising, prospect development, business analysis development services, and /or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, preferably in higher education. • Minimum of 5 years successful supervisory experience required, demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
• Highly-developed interpersonal skills and excellent oral, written and presentation skills. • Demonstrable capacity to analyse, think critically, strategically and to innovate, both to promote innovation and resolve/respond to problems • Proven skills in managing change and transformation; strong project management skills.
• Track record of exceptional project management and customer services skills.
• High level of computer proficiency required, must have working knowledge of research databases, relational databases and other technology tools, as well as expert knowledge of the Windows environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop good working relationships with internal and external constituency groups.
• Ability to envision the use all technical tools in concert to their fullest potential for development program effectiveness.
• Experience with information systems and data management. • Demonstrable experience of managing the finance function in a dynamic and complex organisation. • Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with the highest degree of confidentiality. • Knowledge of and adherence to ethics and best practice statements by CASE and other appropriate associations. [desirable]
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS LOCATION
1 Quayside, Bridge Street, Cambridge, CB5 8AB
SALARY
£71,404 - £90,411 In exceptional circumstances, it may be possible to offer a supplement to the salary range of up to
£100,000 for a 5-year period. Any such supplement would be awarded on the basis of a demonstrable history of exceptional achievement and is entirely at the discretion of the University.
HOURS OF WORK
There are no conditions relating to hours and times of work but you are expected to work such hours and days as are reasonably necessary for the proper performance of your duties. Your times of work should be agreed between you and your line manager.
LENGTH OF APPOINTMENT
Permanent
PROBATION PERIOD
9 months
ANNUAL LEAVE
33 days plus Bank Holidays, but including fixed periods at Christmas when the Department/office is closed. The period for calculating entitlement to annual leave in any particular year is the academic year i.e. 1 October to 30 September.
PENSION ELIGIBILITY
Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) Pension scheme details are available on the University
web pages at: www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/pensions/schemes.html. Information about the legal
requirement for the University to automatically enrol its eligible jobholders into a qualifying workplace pension scheme from 1 March 2013 is available at: www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/pensions/ autoenrolment/. RETIREMENT AGE
The University does not operate a retirement age for unestablished academic staff/unestablished
PRE-EMPLOYMENT
The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in the UK before you
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can start working for it. If you do not have the right to work in the UK already, any offer of employment
it makes to you will be conditional upon you gaining it. If you need further information, you may find the Right to Work page within the Applying for a job section of the University’s Job Opportunities pages helpful (please see www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/right/have/).
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HOW TO APPLY For further information and to apply for this role, please visit:
www.execucare.com/jobs/cip/1451
EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY AT THE UNIVERSITY The University is committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes
supporting and encouraging all under-
represented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. Selection
decisions are made based on personal
merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. The
University does not treat job applicants or
members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including
gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin,
colour, disability (including HIV status),
sexual orientation, religion, age or socioeconomic factors.
There are various diversity networks to
help progress equality; these include the
Women’s Staff Network, the Disabled Staff Network, the Black and Minority Ethnic Staff Network and the Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual and Transgender Staff Network.
Information if you have a Disability The University welcomes applications
from individuals with disabilities and is committed to ensuring fair treatment
throughout the recruitment process. It will make adjustments to enable applicants to compete to the best of their ability
wherever it is reasonable to do so, and,
if successful, to assist them during their employment. Information for disabled applicants is available at http://www.
admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/hr/staff/disabled/.
You are encouraged to declare any
disability that you may have, and any
reasonable adjustments that you may
require, when applying for the role. This
will enable the University to accommodate your needs throughout the process
as required. However, applicants and
employees may declare a disability at any time.
In addition, the University was ranked in the top 100 employers for lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) staff in Stonewall’s Workplace Equality Index 2013 and
holds an Athena SWAN bronze award at organisation level for promoting women
in Science, Technology, Engineering and Medicine.
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