Astra Foundation is seeking a Foundation Director; a dynamic, seasoned and strategic leader with a background in philanthropy who is motivated by their mission to combat loneliness in young adults, empower youth to reach their full potential, and reduce plastic pollution, primarily in the UK and France. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a young foundation and support the next phase of its evolution, building on strong foundations to further steward support for their priority areas and civil society partners. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, with a willingness to handle all aspects of the Foundation’s work, from high-level strategy and external relations to day-to-day administration.
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Woman’s Trust is a leading mental health charity supporting women affected by domestic abuse. For nearly 30 years, we have provided free, trauma-informed counselling, therapeutic groups, and workshops to help women rebuild their emotional wellbeing. Led by and for women, we support over 900 women and children annually, with an income of £1.4m and a dedicated team of 40 staff.
We are seeking a Head of Fundraising and Development to lead our fundraising team and play a key role in our Senior Leadership Team. You’ll be joining Woman’s Trust at a pivotal moment, as we build on nearly 30 years of specialist expertise to meet growing demand, expand our services for women and girls, and extend our influence through training, research, partnerships and policy to create lasting change. As demand for our services grows, we aim to double the number of women we support annually, achieved in part through growing our income.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Developing new funder and partner relationships across trusts, foundations, statutory bodies, and corporates.
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Strengthening existing relationships to secure sustainable, multi-year funding.
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Leading fundraising growth, aiming for £3m by 2027/28.
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Collaborating with the CEO, trustees, and Senior Leadership Team to shape fundraising strategy and operational delivery.
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Leading an passionate team of fundraisers to maximise income generation opportunities.
We seek a highly motivated, ambitious fundraiser with proven experience at a senior level, securing five- and six-figure and multi-year grants. You should be skilled in relationship building, with a keen interest in communicating and influencing key stakeholders to create strategic partnerships that align with priorities. An interest in mental health and supporting women affected by domestic abuse will be essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented fundraising professional looking to develop in a leadership role, or an experienced Head of Fundraising eager to grow their impact and career as we do. You will join a passionate, collaborative team working to create lasting change.
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A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment including a dedicated Senior Leadership Team and Board, including a CEO with a fundraising background, alongside trustees with fundraising expertise and a focus on providing income generation and partnership insights.
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The opportunity to shape and expand our fundraising function, developing your career in the process.
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A chance to make a real impact on the lives of women and children.
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Good benefits, including:
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Hybrid & flexible working
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25 days holidays + 3 days at Christmas + Public holidays. Annual leave increases by 1 day after 5 years, and then by 1 day per year up to amaximum of 30 days.
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Enhanced sick pay
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Cycle to work scheme
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Individual staff professional development budget and mandatory job-related training.
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If you would like to learn more about the role and how to apply, please download the full appointment brief and speak to our retained consultant, Ami Jenick at People Beyond Profit.
If you are an ambitious fundraiser ready to drive growth and transform the lives of women and children, we would love to hear from you!
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
People Beyond Profit Converations:3-10 September 2026
Woman’s Trust Interview:
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First stage: 22nd September 2026 (Online)
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Second stage: 28 September 2026
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The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a brilliant charity in their search for a newly created Senior Philanthropy Manager role.
Already generating 7-figures annually from HNWIs and trusts and foundations, the team has built a strong foundation and is now ready for the next phase of its growth. Taking a relationship-first approach, they are focused on building meaningful, long-term partnerships that deliver lasting impact and transformational support.
As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will lead a blended portfolio of HNWIs and trusts and foundations, stewarding some of the charity's most significant relationships while developing new six and seven-figure opportunities. Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, you'll have the chance to influence strategy, develop innovative funding propositions and help drive the continued growth of the programme.
This role would suit an ambitious and entrepreneurial fundraiser who is excited by the prospect of genuine ownership, enjoys leading from the front and is motivated by the opportunity to make a significant contribution to both the organisation's mission and the future success of its philanthropy programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Head of Philanthropy to develop and deliver a 3-year philanthropy strategy focused on continued income growth
- Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors, trusts and foundations building lasting relationships that deliver sustainable support
- Design thoughtful and engaging stewardship plans that inspire donors and strengthen long-term engagement
- Collaborate with colleagues across the organisation to create compelling proposals, impact reports and bespoke donor communications
- Undertake strategic prospect research to build a strong pipeline of opportunities and confidently lead cultivation and solicitation activity
- Spearhead the development of an exciting new philanthropic proposition with the potential to unlock increased unrestricted and flexible funding
Person Specification
- Experience in a philanthropy role with a relationship-first approach to major donors and/or trusts/foundations at the 6-figure+ level
- Demonstrable experience of successfully managing the full donor cycle, from prospect research and pipeline development, to cultivation, solicitation and long-term stewardship
- A natural relationship-builder, with excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Creativity, curiosity and commercial awareness, with a genuine passion for delivering outstanding donor experiences
- A self-starter who enjoys taking ownership, spotting opportunities and helping to shape the future of a growing programme
What’s on Offer
Salary: c. £55,000
Hybrid, London – 2 days a week
Full-time, permanent (open to a 0.8 working pattern or compressed hours)
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
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