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Ashby Jenkins Recruitment
London (Hybrid)
£56813 - £69206 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

Salary: £56,813 – £69,206 (plus £3,300 London weighting if applicable)
Contract: 3 year FTC with potential to extend
Location: Hybrid 2 days/week in Stratford, London 
Closing date: Wednesday 4 November - mid day
Benefits: Civil Service pension with up to 28% employer contribution, 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, enhanced family leave policies

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Philanthropy, working for a globally recognised cultural and educational organisation that creates international opportunities through arts, education and cultural exchange programmes. Reporting to the senior lead responsible for income generation, this is a rare opportunity to lead and shape a high-value philanthropy programme with both UK and international impact.

As part of this exciting role, you will lead the development and delivery of a philanthropy strategy focused on acquiring, retaining and growing support from major donors and patrons. You will oversee donor cultivation and stewardship programmes, develop relationships with high-net-worth individuals, identify new income opportunities and work closely with senior stakeholders across a complex international organisation. You will also provide leadership to a specialist team, drive fundraising best practice and help maximise philanthropic support for a diverse portfolio of globally significant programmes.

To be successful as the Head of Philanthropy you will need:

  • Significant experience securing and cultivating relationships with high-net-worth donors and major philanthropists.
  • A proven track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies, including securing six-figure gifts.
  • Experience leading teams and managing senior internal and external stakeholders to drive a strong fundraising culture.

If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to [email protected] or contact us and quote the reference 3120HB.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

Organisation
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment View profile Organisation type Recruitment Agency Company size 21 - 50
Posted on: 15 October 2026
Closing date: 14 November 2026 at 15:42
Job ref: MP251792CT2038-3120HBb
Tags: Fundraising, Major Donor