Greater Oxford Area
A strategic and creative thinker with the ability to initiate, develop and implement successful progammes for change alongside effective management of day-to-day tasks. Substantial experience of international business development, education, events production and professional training development in a commercial context. Has the drive, energy and enthusiasm to turn ideas into a reality and the ability to inspire confidence in others. An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, a rich and varied professional background, and an enthusiastic and committed individual who is equally capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
Stewardship of major donors through strategic communications, events and recognition societies.
Responsible for planning a range of key stewardship events on behalf of the Bodleian Libraries, from inception to post-event evaluation, including the high profile opening of the Weston Library. I produce a variety of communications to support development objectives and maintain positive relationships with donors and supporters at all levels. My other responsibilities include writing and editing copy for newsletters, stewardship reports and communications; and I contribute to wider campaign mailings and the production of fundraising proposals.
Designed and produced a successful portfolio of professional development training for the education sector to deliver target revenue of £1m per annum. I initiated and maintained excellent relationships with a range of professionals, recruited speakers, developed partnerships with external agencies and produced copy for direct mailing and e-marketing of events. • Identified strategic growth opportunities through analysis of market and training needs • Worked collaboratively across the organisation to ensure the highest standards of delivery • Initiated opportunities for closer collaboration between publishing and events to improve offer to customers
Part-time role to raise aspiration levels and encourage a diversity of applicants to the Ruskin. • Developed a challenging programme of outreach events including a residential week of workshops at St Edward’s School • Established the Ruskin as a Centre for Excellence and secured funding under the Gifted & Talented scheme
Monitored the budget for the County’s Special Educational Needs’ provision (c.£5.3m pa). Contributed to regular multi-disciplinary case conferences across health, education and social services to support the County’s most vulnerable young people. • Maintained robust financial and statistical records to support multi-agency teams • Line management of a small team