The scientific and policy landscapes are changing markedly, and with them the challenges facing scientists and policy makers. There has never been a time when engagement between the scientists and policy makers has been more important.

The University of Cambridge’s Centre for Science and Policy is at an exciting stage of its development. Its successful Policy Fellowships programme and Policy Workshop products are changing the way that researchers and policy makers interact. And its work to build the skills of and opportunities for early career researchers and policy makers to communicate is opening up new possibilities for future best practice.

We are now looking to hire a Head of Development to work in close consultation with the University Development Office and with the Directors of the Centre to establish a sustainable base for the Centre’s fundraising and development work. This appointment is initially offered as a one-year contract, with the possibility of renewal.

You will be a proven fundraiser, with experience of developing fundraising programmes and successfully managing their implementation, including grant writing and face-to-face asking. You must be committed to the aims of CSaP.

For further information please visit www.jbs.cam.ac.uk/jobs

Job Requirements
•Relevant degree (or equivalent) or appropriate job experience
•Knowledge of the third-sector or a university
•Knowledge of the research and policy landscape
•Experience of fundraising: grant writing, particularly major grants measured in the 10s of £000s; marketing; communications and the ability to drive fundraising programmes
•Knowledge of marketing principles and creative thinking skills
•Proven experience of relationship management and evidence of excellent networking and influencing skills
•Ability to prioritise workload to meet multiple deadlines, and to forward plan
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
•Accuracy and attention to detail, and ability to maintain this under pressure
•Experienced administrator with excellent organisational and time management skills
•Good computer skills (CRM, CMS, Office)
•An understanding of social networking
•Must be capable of working on own initiative as well as working effectively as a team member
•Tact and diplomacy
•Willingness on occasions to work outside standard hours                      
and in different locations

Contact Person: Laura Whitehead
Email Address: hr@jbs.cam.ac.uk