Philanthropy and Development Administrator

About the Role

We are seeking an organised and proactive Philanthropy and Development Administrator to support the College’s fundraising, donor engagement and development activities.

Working closely with the Head of Development and wider team, you will provide administrative and operational support across a range of activities, including donor stewardship, fundraising campaigns, CRM management, funding programmes and the College’s Global CARE initiative, which helps address healthcare inequalities worldwide through improved access to safe surgery and patient care.

This is a varied role supporting a wide range of development activities across the College. It provides an opportunity to develop experience in fundraising, donor engagement, stewardship, communications and administration within a busy and collaborative team.

The role is based in Edinburgh with flexibility for hybrid working. Occasional travel and out-of-hours working may be required to support events and College activities.

• Provide administrative and operational support to the development team.
• Assist with donor stewardship and engagement activities.
• Support fundraising campaigns, CRM management and funding programmes.
• Contribute to the Global CARE initiative, addressing healthcare inequalities worldwide.
• Coordinate and administer a variety of development activities.

• Educated to Higher/A-Level, HNC or equivalent level.
• Experience in an administrative or support role, confident managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Interest in philanthropy, fundraising or the charitable sector advantageous; prior experience not essential.
• Interest in developing a career in fundraising, philanthropy or stakeholder engagement.

• Generous 42 days annual leave.
• Flexible working practices.
• Enhanced employer pensions contribution.
• Discounts throughout the College, including Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Café and free entry to Surgeons’ Hall Museums.