Development Officer (Database, Research and Compliance)
Millfield School is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Development Officer (Database, Research and Compliance) to support the delivery of its fundraising, engagement and stewardship activity. This is a key support role within the Development Office, with a strong focus on database management, prospect research and reporting to enable effective and successful fundraising outcomes.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage and develop the Development database (Raiser’s Edge NXT), ensuring accurate, compliant and well-maintained records, and supporting colleagues in its effective use
- Produce data analysis, reports and segmented insights to support fundraising, communications, events and decision-making
- Undertake prospect research, prepare briefings and support the development, monitoring and reporting of the fundraising pipeline, including due diligence activity
- Contribute to fundraising campaigns, appeals and events, and support data collection initiatives across the school
- Provide general administrative support, including management of shared inboxes and day-to-day Development Office activity
About You:
- Excellent standard of IT literacy; familiarity with the management, maintenance and reporting from a relational database/CRM (experience of Raiser’s Edge NXT or similar is advantageous)
- Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to data accuracy, confidentiality and compliance (including GDPR)
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Excellent communications skills, with a good command of the English language both spoken and written.
- Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
Working Hours & Salary
This is a year-round role, working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
The role offers a salary of £28,000 per annum, plus a wide range of staff benefits including freshly prepared lunches for only £10.30 per month, access to school facilities, and discounts/cashback at high street shops and restaurants through the school’s Employee Assistance Programme.
Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026.
Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.
Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description.Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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