Development Administrator

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The College are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Development Administrator to join our busy and professional Development Office. This is a pivotal role, providing essential administrative, financial and database support to ensure the smooth and effective running of the department.
As the first point of contact for the Development Office, you will play a central role in supporting fundraising activity, maintaining accurate records, processing donations, and ensuring excellent stewardship of alumni and donors.
We are looking for someone who is:

•    Methodical, accurate and highly numerate
•    Exceptionally organised, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines
•    Confident using Microsoft Office and databases, and quick to learn new systems
•    Professional, discreet and capable of handling confidential information sensitively
•    Able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
•    Customer-focused, proactive and enthusiastic

You will have experience working in a professional office environment and managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Experience supporting fundraising in higher education and familiarity with Raiser’s Edge or Raiser’s Edge NXT would be advantageous.

For an informal chat please contact Margaret Nicholson, Research and Database Manager: mn423@robinson.cam.ac.uk 
Completed applications should be emailed to careers@robinson.cam.ac.uk

Closing date for applications: Monday 16 March 2026
Interview date: week commencing: Tuesday 24 March 2026
 

Salary

£28,772 FTE, per annum

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