Senior Head of Development - Gardens, Libraries and Museums
Location: Oxford, UK with some hybrid working options. Permanent and full-time role. Salary: Grade 10: £65,336 - £75,439 per annum with possible extension to £82,255 (inclusive of Oxford University Weighting).
The Gardens, Libraries and Museums of the University of Oxford house some of the world's most significant collections. Representing the UK's first public museums and botanic gardens and one of Europe's oldest libraries, our institutions house a collection of c. 32 million objects, specimens and printed items, promoting research, learning and enjoyment, and provide important places of scholarly enquiry. They serve as the front door to the wealth of knowledge and research generated at Oxford, welcoming over 3.5 million visitors each year.
About the role
A hugely exciting opportunity has arisen to play a central role in coordinating and leading our fundraising efforts across the GLAM institutions. It will require an exceptional person to build on the achievements of the past and shape the next phase of our philanthropic ambitions and outcomes.
What you'll do
- Lead fundraising efforts across the GLAM institutions, designing strategies to raise ambitions and maximise philanthropic support.
- Lead a high-performing GLAM development team and collaborate with fundraising colleagues across the University.
- Manage a portfolio of donors with responsibility for income generation.
- Inspire, motivate and manage teams with an inclusive and collaborative leadership style.
About you
You will operate at senior leadership level with substantial experience working with individual philanthropists and trusts & foundations to deliver income-generating activities. Experience in the cultural sector is desirable; a passion for Oxford's mission and driving positive change through philanthropic partnerships is essential.
In return
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matter to us, so we offer a range of family-friendly, financial and professional benefits, including:
- Opportunity for hybrid working
- Exceptional contributory pension scheme and salary sacrifice options
- 38 days annual leave
- Comprehensive childcare services and family-friendly leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
- Subsidised University Sports Centre membership
- Engaging social groups and sports clubs beyond the workplace
- Use of the student discount card Totum
- Membership to CASE for advancement professionals
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.
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Closing date for applications is 10AM on Friday, 31 October 2025
Interviews are currently scheduled to take place from mid-November
The University of Oxford Development Office is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences, and reflects the community that we serve. We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.
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Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- GBP Annual
- Posted