Head of Development and Alumnae Relations

This is an exciting opportunity for a Head of Development and Alumnae Relations to lead our Development and Alumnae Relations department. This post is the continuation of an exciting journey that has seen the Development and Alumnae Relations Department grow into a vibrant and extensive network of supporters. Your dynamic and creative approach will strengthen the school s already outstanding commitment to bursary provision by growing successful fundraising, thereby ensuring that talented young students, whatever their financial background, have the opportunity to flourish in the life-changing education that JAGS offers. Our bursary provision is central to the school s ethos, with around 17% of the Senior School students receiving financial support for their studies at an annual cost of around £3m. We are looking for a well-qualified graduate to join this exceptional staff body, and the successful candidate will bring their own individuality to this warm and supportive department. Excellent interpersonal skills, a readiness to engage with potential donors, parents, alumnae and school staff, and the ability to contribute to the school s strategic aims are essential attributes. The successful candidate will fully understand the importance and significance of the school s long-established provision of bursaries, and just how unique this is to our school s ethos. In addition, the Head of Development and Alumnae Relations will lead the JAGS Alumnae Association through the ..... full job details .....