Role Title: Philanthropy Officer Grade and Salary: Grade 7, £38,448 - £48,337 per annum FTE and working pattern: Full-time (35hrs per week) Open-ended Reward and Benefits:33 days annual leave, plus 9 buildings closed days for all full time staff. Purpose of Role Reporting to the Head of Major Gifts, the Philanthropy Officer will play a key role in securing philanthropic support for Heriot-Watt University''s strategic priorities, including research, education, scholarships and capital projects. The postholder will manage a portfolio of prospective major donors, building strong relationships, identifying opportunities for philanthropic investment and securing gifts of £25,000 and above. Working closely with academic colleagues, senior leaders and the wider Advancement team, they will contribute to the University''s fundraising ambitions and the development of a strong, sustainable pipeline of philanthropic income. Key Duties and Responsibilities 1. Major gifts fundraising - Personally lead the cultivation and solicitation of prospective individual donors, developing compelling opportunities for philanthropic support and securing gifts of £25,000 and above. Work towards agreed individual fundraising targets and contribute to the delivery of the University''s wider philanthropic ambitions. 2. Prospect and portfolio management -Manage an agreed portfolio of prospective major donors, developing and implementing tailored engagement and solicitation plans. Proactively identify and ..... full job details .....