Interim Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships

The organisation:

We are delighted to be partnering with a pioneering charity, The Circle, which brings global feminists together to fight for the safety and equality of marginalised and vulnerable women around the world. Founded by singer-songwriter and activist, Annie Lennox and other leading women, The Circle is a space for creative ideas, connections and the opportunity to make change. From small beginnings in 2008, they have grown into an independent network of women and allies from all walks of life who are bonded by the desire to live in a world where women and girls have equal rights and equal opportunities.

They are seeking an Interim Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to join them for a 5 month maternity contract, driving income and donor engagement via major donors, corporates and special events and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a key member of SLT, reporting to the CEO and working closely with associated peers to deliver and achieve the organisational strategy
• Lead The Circle’s major gift fundraising, with a focus on HNWI, philanthropy advisors, corporate partnerships and trusts & foundations
• Build a sustainable pipeline of income
• Drive new business activity - identifying opportunities for partnership/support from a variety of high value sources
• Develop new cases for support, building on existing propositions such as A Living Wage for Garment Workers and Ending Violence Against Women and Girls report.
• Identify opportunities for special events/initiatives which could also act as cultivation events for new supporters or one-off large scale fundraisers with high ROI.

Skills and Qualifications:

• An experienced and results driven fundraiser with a major donor background
• Demonstrable expertise in securing five-figure donations from HNWIs/corporate partners/T&F (six-figure experience desirable) and understanding of appeals and events.
• A strategic, creative doer who strikes the balance between leadership, tactics and being hands-on as required
• Self-motivated with demonstrable ability to take the initiative and drive activity – The Circle is a small organisation, and the team work remotely
• Knowledge of partnership agreements and due diligence processes
• A background in international development and/or women’s rights is desirable
• Events/special initiatives expertise desirable

What's on offer:

This role is offering a day rate of £217 - £237 per day PAYE + holiday pay for this 5 month contract. This is a hybrid role with travel into London twice a month. This is a fast moving role and applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make adjustments to always ensure a fair process.