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