Lancaster University
Engagement Fundraising Officer - 0868-26
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Engagement Fundraising Officer
Philanthropy, Alumni & Supporter Engagement
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £33,002 to £37,694 full time, fixed term
Closing Date: Monday 28 September 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 07 October 2026
Reference: 0868-26
Lancaster University is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Engagement Fundraising Officer to join our Philanthropy, Alumni and Supporter Engagement team on a maternity cover basis.
You’ll play a key role in delivering our Annual Fund and Community Fundraising programmes, developing creative fundraising campaigns and communications that inspire alumni, supporters and the local community to support Lancaster.
- Working closely with colleagues across the University, you’ll help identify fundraising opportunities, develop compelling cases for support, deliver fundraising campaigns and build strong relationships with supporters.
- You’ll also contribute to donor stewardship and help ensure that fundraising activity is well planned, effective and compliant.
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We’re looking for someone with experience in fundraising or supporter engagement, who is creative, organised and confident managing projects and developing relationships.
This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and ambitious fundraising team and make a real difference to the University and its students.
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