Development Operations Manager

Are you passionate about all things data? Do you want to have a transformative impact on people’s lives?

We are looking to attract an experienced and innovative Development Operations Manager to join the team for a 12-month period as a maternity cover.

You will lead and manage all operational support services to the Alumni Engagement and Development team to drive continuous improvement and maximise engagement and impact across the programme. As a member of the leadership team, you will contribute to the development of the overall departmental strategy.

It is an exciting time to join the team. As we welcomed a new Vice-Chancellor in October 2023, we are looking to grow our activity and income over the next 5-years and beyond.

Our programme of engagement and fundraising is rooted in data and insight. Our Development Services Team provides the expertise and rigour to drive the reach and impact of our work. The role provides an excellent opportunity for the postholder to shape and develop our approach to this by introducing new perspectives and insight to create maximum impact.

You will lead a well-established and excellent team responsible for managing a number of critical activities including the end-to-end process for prospect identification and management, database management, data integrity and training, analysis and reporting and compliance and policy.

What’s in it for you? – the benefits

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme

• Generous annual leave - plus the option to buy additional holiday days

• Flexible working - we support a culture of both flexible and agile working, to help you find the right balance

• Professional development - a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

• Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives

• The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

• Wellbeing support –dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships

• Sustainable Salford - We embed sustainability in all aspects of university life and have a commitment to becoming NetZero Carbon by 2038

• Team Salford - By joining us, you can be part of our ambitious journey and help make a real difference to the people and communities we support

However you identify, whatever your journey has been to get here, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong!