Development and Alumni Manager (Specified Purpose - 2 years)

• Vacancy ID: 039184 - Development and Alumni Manager
• Salary: The gross salary scale applicable to the post is Senior Manager Grade scale: €88,232- €113,479 per annum (as at 01/08/2025).
• Contract: 2 years Wholetime Specified Purpose Contract
  
  

SETU is recruiting a Development & Alumni Manager to establish and lead a new Development and Alumni function in the first instance but which may in time transition to an independent SETU Foundation. This role will be instrumental in implementing the philanthropic strategy to enhance the University's profile, build new partnerships, and raise vital funds in support of key initiatives, projects, and programmes at SETU. This key appointment will play a leading role in supporting SETU's mission and achieving its goals in relation to development and alumni activities.

Development & Alumni Manager will drive the growth and development of the University's philanthropic and associated public engagement efforts. A key initial focus will involve working closely with the appointed philanthropy consultants, who have been specifically appointed to support the development of the fundraising and partnership strategy, to build a network of individual, corporate and philanthropic partners, and identify potential sources of grant funding.

Reporting to a relevant Vice or Senior Vice President, the Development & Alumni Manager will also work closely with the President of SETU along with other members of the Executive Management Team, key stakeholders across the university, and externally in the community. Please refer to the accompanying job description for an overview of the role and the duties attaching to the post.

Application Process

Applications must be made through the online recruitment system on SETU's Vacancies page on the website. Please log onto SETU Vacancies for further details and to apply for this position. Applications will not be accepted by email, any other third-party website or in any other format.

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SETU is an equal opportunities employer.

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