Major donor jobs

ClientEarth is recruiting a Development Lead to grow our philanthropic programme in Asia and Oceania. Focusing on Singapore and Hong Kong, you will set strategic direction, build strong donor relationships, and manage your own portfolio to secure significant, flexible funding.

In Oceania, you will work with an established group of engaged supporters, exploring new opportunities to expand income and strengthen connections across the region. This role offers scope to shape fundraising in markets where our work is increasingly important.

ClientEarth’s programmes in Asia use legal expertise to tackle climate change, accelerate the transition to clean, accessible energy, and protect biodiversity. You will work closely with colleagues to align fundraising with high-impact initiatives, ensuring supporters see the tangible results of their contribution.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing portfolio and play a pivotal role in delivering measurable environmental change.

Meet your Manager

In this role, you will be managed by Emily Thomas. A fundraiser for over fifteen years, Emily has worked at charities including Brooke, National Trust and the Wildlife Trust. Prior to joining ClientEarth in 2018, Emily was part of the development team at London's Natural History Museum where she worked on the Hintze Hall transformation capital campaign and launch activity. As Associate Director, Philanthropy, Emily manages the global philanthropy team and works alongside external stakeholders and a Development Board to secure income and connections for the organisation.

Main Duties

• Pipeline and Portfolio Management 
• Strategy and planning 
• Team and stakeholder management 

See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role.

Role requirements

• Significant fundraising management experience in Asia with demonstrable experience of securing five and six figure, and multi year gifts  
• Experience in multiple elements of fundraising including identifying and building supporter bases in new geographies and working with different types of fundraising teams (e.g. philanthropic/HNWIs, trusts and foundations)
• Experience of working in a global team, working across multiple time zones and understanding / experience of working in a matrix style
• Experience of working with senior internal and external stakeholders, to build networks, deliver income and raise organisation profiles
• Ability to represent ClientEarth externally to high value funders and other senior stakeholders.

See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role.

Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Further Information

Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.

Flexible working:  We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based  See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ.

ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our equity, diversity and inclusion journey page for more.

Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a wonderful charity to recruit for the Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager in order to play a vital role in securing and growing high-value relationships that enable the delivery of life changing care. Leading the development and delivery of a bold new strategy, you will identify opportunities, craft compelling proposals, and engage with key supporters and partners to drive income, innovation and impact.

As a Partnerships & Philanthropy Manager you will:

• Lead the delivery of a corporate and major donor fundraising strategy, identifying new prospects and deepening existing relationships.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to understand funding needs and develop aligned proposals.
• Grow income through innovative partnership models and impactful stewardship plans.
• Build strong, influential networks with local businesses, philanthropists, and key stakeholders.
• Deliver compelling events and donor communications in collaboration with the wider fundraising team.
• Act as a corporate giving expert across the organisation, supporting staff in Retail, Volunteering and Procurement.
• Provide accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting to senior leadership.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Proven experience securing and managing income generating partnerships (charity or commercial sector).
• A successful track record in major donor and/or corporate fundraising, including prospect research, pitching, and stewardship.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and inspire.
• Strong time management, prioritisation and strategic planning skills.
• Confident in using CRM systems (e.g. Raiser’s Edge) and tracking fundraising pipelines.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally.

Salary: £37,707 - £41,607

Location:  Swindon, Wiltshire

Contract: Permanent, 30 to 37.5 hours per week (Flexible working options, minimum 3 days per week in the office, part-time considered).

Closing date: 22nd August at 8am

Interview: TBC

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Our Client is a dynamic and passionate team committed to reversing the most significant decline in young people's well-being in over a generation. They believe it's not inevitable that children's lives get harder every year and they have a bold plan to change this. Their Major Appeal represents the most ambitious investment in early help and mental health support they have ever made. The team is now looking to appoint an Associate Director of Philanthropy (Major Gifts), and Prospectus is leading the search.

Associate Director of Philanthropy (Major Gifts)

Full time, 35 hours per week (flexible arrangements considered)

Permanent

Work from anywhere (regular London travel required)

£60,000-£65,000 per annum

The Associate Director of Philanthropy (Major Gifts) will take a pivotal role in leading major gift fundraising activities, helping to deliver transformational impact for young people across the UK. Working closely with the Director of Philanthropy & Partnerships, senior leadership, and trustees, they will identify and engage networks, opportunity, and influence to secure high-value support for the charity's mission. With the team, this role will develop the foundations of a best-in-class philanthropy programme, building the products, processes, systems, and culture that will sustain long-term success.

The successful candidate will bring a substantial track record of personally securing significant (six-figure) gifts and experience in building major gift fundraising programmes. They will be adept at establishing effective processes and methodologies to support high-performance philanthropy, managing high-value donor portfolios, and delivering exceptional cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. They will have proven experience as a senior manager, leading high-performing teams, and overseeing special philanthropy events as part of wider major giving strategies. Strong knowledge of the UK philanthropy market, the legal and regulatory environment, and the ability to work with volunteer fundraisers and senior stakeholders to solicit donations are essential.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in the theatre’s new Stories Start Here campaign. building on our successful major donor fundraising programme. As the key relationship manager for a portfolio of some of our closest and passionate supporters, the Major Gifts Manager makes a vital contribution to this growing income stream. By identifying, cultivating, soliciting and securing major gifts of £25,000 and more, and working collaboratively across the department with other fundraising teams, there is lots of scope to build on your existing fundraising experience to develop an engaged and generous portfolio of major donors.

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• Confident, curious, articulate and persuasive, both orally and in writing

• Experience in a fundraising capacity, with a successful track record of meeting targets and personally soliciting and securing 5-figure+ philanthropic gifts

• Evidence of relationship management to proactively develop a portfolio of prospects employing creative strategies to engage them

• Demonstrable prospect research skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the necessary listening, facilitation, negotiation, and diplomatic skills to represent the NT, and to achieve immediate credibility and influence with high net worth individuals, and internal and external stakeholders

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Tuesday 26th August 2025 at 12 noon.

Purpose

The Fundraising Development Officer supports the delivery of our individual giving programme, helping to nurture current supporters and attract new ones.

You will be responsible for building our regular giving support, implementing supporter journeys and co-ordinating our annual appeals. You will also work closely with the Head of Fundraising in developing our major donor plans, and support with other individual giving channels, including in-memory giving and legacy giving. 

The role also takes a lead on prospect research, supporting the development of our portfolio of high-value prospects. Through detailed research on prospects and donors, you will build prospect pipelines that will support income growth across the fundraising team. Your excellent interpersonal and communication skills will see you supporting individual fundraisers across the team nd strengthening the prospect pipelines that drive income at the highest levels. You will use a range of sources to obtain relevant information that can contribute to proposals, communications and donation strategies. 

We are looking for someone who has great communication and research skills, and a collaborative approach. You will be a self-motivated, proactive and analytical individual with the ability to build, manage and develop relationships across teams. 

While a background in fundraising or prospect research is desirable, it is not essential. If you bring the right skills and are willing to learn, we'd love to hear from you. 

Key responsibilities and duties 

• Manage our ‘Friends of Charlie Waller’ regular giving scheme, building the supporter numbers and engagement with the charity. 

• Deliver exceptional supporter care to our regular supporters, recognising opportunities for deeper engagement and potential for further support. 

• Implement the supporter journeys for regular and one-off donors, creating communications to engage them with the cause and understand the impact. 

• Co-ordinate our appeals cycle, working closely with colleagues across the charity to collate appeal content, including case studies, statistics and images. 

• Support the development of our major donor plans, identifying prospects within our supporter base and assisting with stewardship plans.

• Support the development of our plans for building in-memory and legacy giving, including stewardship and cultivation events. 

• Undertake detailed research on prospects and donors to grow our portfolio of high-value supporters, including individuals, corporates and trusts. 

• Complete due diligence checks on prospective supporters, in line with the Trust’s donations acceptance policy.

• Monitor research subscriptions & news alerts to identify new opportunities. 

• Share insight and knowledge on the latest trends in philanthropy and corporate giving with the rest of the team.

• Provide regular updates on progress against agreed objectives and contribute to wider departmental fundraising reports as required. 

• Attend CWT events as appropriate to establish new contacts, develop existing relationships, and raise the profile of CWT with potential supporters. 

• Ensure that systems and processes are effective, and that our database is being updated and utilised as the central source of information.

• Ensure compliance to data protection, safeguarding, confidentiality and relevant organisational policies and procedures.  

• Routine call handling as part of the wider office administrative team.

• Other duties as may be reasonably prescribed by the trust, appropriate to the grade and responsibilities of the post.

To apply 

If you would like an informal discussion about the role with our Head of Fundraising, this can be arranged via email to recruitment(at)charliewaller(dot)org

The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Monday 1st September 2025 – please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient and suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you’re interested, please submit your application as early as possible. 

Please submit via your chosen job website, or send your CV and a supporting statement to recruitment(at)charliewaller(dot)org. We ask that you structure your supporting statement, by providing relevant information under person specification bullet points (combining these if multiple points are effectively responded to by one experience). Please try to keep your supporting statement to a maximum of 800 words, excluding headers. Applications will not be considered without a supporting statement. 

You will hear back from us by Friday 5th September, if not before and should you be shortlisted, an interview will take place w/c 8th September and will involve a competency interview along with a short written task relevant to the role.

We will provide details about the task 24 hours in advance to allow candidates time to prepare and we will also provide 50% of the interview questions in advance so that all candidates can perform at their best.

Person Specification

The successful candidate is likely to have most of the following competencies and experience but not necessarily all. If you feel that you are a strong candidate, please do apply. 

Skills required and relevant experience 

Essential

• Knowledge of standard Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook, Excel, Word. 

• Familiar with or keen to learn about charitable fundraising. 

• Strong administrative skills. 

• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure. 

• Excellent relationship management skills. 

• Experience of various communication channels, traditional and digital. 

• Comfortable with digital tools to aid promotion and fundraising. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex information with clarity. 

• Ability to prioritise workload and respond to urgent issues and deadlines. 

• Good IT skills, including an ability to troubleshoot. 

Desirable

• Experience of delivering high-quality research both proactively and to set briefs. 

• Comfortable working with databases. 

• Knowledge of GDPR requirements. 

Attainment  

Essential

• Maths and English GCSEs, Grade C minimum, or equivalent by experience   

Personal attributes  

Essential

• Excellent attention to detail. 

• Confident in building relationships. 

• Initiative-taker and solution-minded with a can-do attitude towards any task or challenge. 

• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines. 

• Professional, enthusiastic and flexible, with a strong willingness to learn.

• Capable of working as part of a team and autonomously. 

• A commitment to working to meet the charity’s objectives. 

Desirable

• Interest in and awareness of mental health issues. 

What if your next role could transform the way major donors support a vital cause? What if your leadership could unlock life-changing gifts that sustain hospice care for generations?

Charity People are delighted to be partnering with Keech Hospice to recruit a strategic, compassionate, and driven Philanthropy Manager. This is a unique opportunity to lead a major gifts programme and shape one of their most impactful income streams.

Title: Philanthropy Manager
Reporting to: Head of Personal Giving
Salary: £41,750 - £42,794
Location: Keech Hospice, Luton (with hybrid working, 2 days per week in the office)
Contract: 37.5 hours per week
Benefits:  Flexible working hours, 29 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, an additional day of leave after 5 years’ service, pension scheme options, flexible holiday arrangements, employee referral bonuses, free parking, subsidised meals, a cycle-to-work scheme, a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, and exclusive Blue Light Card discounts. 

About Keech Hospice: 

Keech Hospice provides free specialist palliative and end of life care for people of all ages. They support adults in Bedfordshire, and children and their families in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Milton Keynesat home, in hospice, or wherever they’re needed. As a teaching hospice, their exceptional people, training, and facilities are helping local communities to live and die well.

Their belief today is just as strong as it was when they first opened their doors over 30 years ago, because there are no second chances to get it right. That’s why Keech Hospice does everything it can to ensure patients’ wishes are respected, they are supported from diagnosis, and, when the time come, they are helped to die with dignity and peace. As a charity, they rely on their local community for more than 70% of their funding. That means they must raise around £8 million every year to continue delivering free, specialist care to adults in Bedfordshire, and to children and their families in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Milton Keynes.

Whatever you can do or give, they’re truly grateful. Because with your support, they can continue making every day count.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Head of Personal Giving, the Philanthropy Manager will lead Keech’s major gifts strategy, developing and delivering innovative plans to acquire, engage, and retain high-net-worth donors. You’ll manage one Philanthropy Partner, oversee a £500K+ income stream, and collaborate across Fundraising, Marketing, Digital, and Leadership teams to maximise income growth.

This is your opportunity to:

• Lead and grow Keech’s major gift programme, driving income and long-term donor relationships
• Inspire and steward major donors through personalised, impactful journeys
• Manage, develop and support one direct report, developing a motivated and effective team
• Work cross-organisationally to embed philanthropy throughout Keech’s supporter engagement
• Use data and insight to refine strategies and measure success
• Represent Keech externally, building awareness and relationships with key major donors

Who They’re Looking For:

Keech is seeking a confident, strategic fundraiser with proven success in major gifts.

You’ll bring:

• Strong experience managing major gifts at the 5-6 figure level, with a proven track record of stewardship and income growth
• Exceptional relationship-building and stewardship skills to engage and retain donors
• Experience managing or coaching a small team
• Ability to create compelling cases for support and deliver high-level donor engagement
• Analytical skills to use data for insight and decision-making
• Collaborative approach, able to influence senior stakeholders and work across teams
• A genuine passion for hospice care and the power of philanthropy

Why This Role?

This is a rare chance to lead a transformational fundraising programme at one of the UK’s most respected hospices. You’ll cultivate major gifts that secure Keech’s future, working with a team that values empathy, innovation, and impact. You’ll help leverage the right network to make some of the most meaningful gifts of their lives and make a difference that lasts.

If you’re ready to step into a role with purpose and potential, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please get in touch with Priya Vencatasawmy at Charity People.

Due to the urgency of this role, we are advertising on a rolling basis. Applications will be reviewed as received if this affects you, please contact Priya directly.

The role will close on Friday 22nd August.
Interviews to be confirmed.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

War Child’s mission is to reach, protect, educate, and stand up for the rights of every child living in conflict zones. They want a world that is safer for children to live in. Very sadly, at the moment, 1 in 5 children are living in or fleeing from conflict – that number is too high, and War Child wants to change it.

War Child is looking for an experienced fundraising leader to step into a key senior leadership role during a year of real momentum.

As Interim Director of Philanthropy and Partner Engagement, you’ll lead a high-performing team of around 15, covering major donors, principal giving, trusts and foundations, institutional funding, corporate partnerships, and gaming. Together, the team brings in around £10m of War Child’s £15–16m annual income.

You’ll report to the CEO and sit on the Senior Leadership Team, with shared responsibility for income generation, strategic planning, and organisational leadership. This is an opportunity to guide a strong team through its next phase of growth, support exciting developments already underway, and help shape the future of War Child’s fundraising.

We’re looking for a confident, strategic leader with experience at director level, or someone ready to step up from a senior head role in a complex organisation. You’ll bring a strong track record in high-value fundraising, with the credibility and judgement to operate at executive level and lead a diverse team through a period of delivery and growth.

As Interim Philanthropy and Partner Engagement Director, you will:

• Oversee and support a multi-disciplinary fundraising team spanning major donors, partnerships, gaming, principal giving, institutional funding, and events
• Lead strategic planning and budgeting across the function, ensuring strong performance, income growth and long-term value
• Maximise outcomes from Winter Wassail (December 2025), War Child’s flagship gala event with a £2m target and major stewardship opportunity
• Support and strengthen the corporate partnerships function, working closely with the Head of Partnerships to refine strategy and unlock potential
• Guide the development of the principal gifts function, with a new senior hire expected before the handover
• Shape next steps for gaming and digital partnerships, following an external review
• Take a strategic view of events-based philanthropy, identifying opportunities to evolve and diversify

Ideal skills and experience: 

• Significant experience in corporate partnerships, with the ability to develop strategy, support senior fundraisers and identify long-term opportunities
• Strong knowledge of high-value fundraising, including major donors, principal giving and events-led philanthropy
• Experience leading managers and senior fundraisers across multiple income streams, ideally within a similarly sized or complex organisation
• A strategic mindset, with hands-on involvement in planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting
• A collaborative, emotionally intelligent leadership style that combines high challenge with high support
• The ability to influence across teams and departments; experience in international development is helpful but not essential
• The confidence to represent War Child with major donors, partners, and senior stakeholders, both internally and externally
• Willingness to take ownership of compliance areas, including GDPR, gambling regulation and trademark risk, with support from internal specialists

Benefits include: 

• Flexible working – War Child recognise the considerable benefits that flexible working can bring and are happy to discuss any possible flexible working options with employees from hiring. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, an element of working from home, compressed hours.
• Annual leave – 28 days per year (full-time), plus UK bank holidays
• Pension – all eligible employees automatically enrolled into a Group Personal Pension Plan with a 5% employer contribution, with minimum employee contribution on a salary sacrifice basis
• Health & wellbeing – employees may take advantage of a healthcare cash plan and a range of wellbeing initiatives and training. In addition, all employees have access to free, confidential one-to-one wellbeing consultations with trained counsellors.
• Learning & development – dedicated to the investment in learning and continuing professional development for all our employees
• Range of flexible benefits such a Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loans

About The Role
Do you have an entrepreneurial approach and a proven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals? Would you like the opportunity to be part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia?

We are recruiting for a Philanthropy Manager (Major Donors) to join on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week on a permanent contract.

This is a home-based role, though you will be required to travel to attend donor meetings and some team-based meetings and training, so you must reside in the UK, have the correct right to work documents to work in the UK and able to travel to our London flagship office when required.
This is a hugely exciting time to work for the UK’s leading dementia charity. The Major Donor team is growing fast, doubling their income target last year to fund even more critical dementia support services and research. As Philanthropy Manager you will help us to reach our goal of securing £5+ million a year from Major Donors by 2027.

At the heart of our ambition is forging powerful partnerships with philanthropic supporters across all communities and regions. As part of our team, you’ll help unlock funding for a pipeline of groundbreaking research and transformational projects that are set to change lives. From pioneering clinical trials and cutting-edge scientific discoveries to tackling health inequalities and delivering vital, on-the-ground support for people affected by dementia—our work is bold, far-reaching, and deeply needed. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something truly impactful, helping to grow our reach and deepen our relationships with donors who share our vision for a better future.

In this role, you will work with the Major Donor Lead to forge new relationships, grow our prospect pipeline and build connections with sector specialists (such as wealth managers). We are committed to ensuring our work reaches and reflects every community. We are especially keen to deepen our engagement with South Asian communities, where we have dedicated support programmes and a growing base of supporters. This role will give you the chance to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia

Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place on Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th September.

About you
Joining us, you will have a proven record of securing major gifts from philanthropic individuals. You will have an entrepreneurial approach and be able to demonstrate how you have secured new opportunities and built lasting relationships and long-term income.   

You will be a confident and engaging communicator, adept at collaborating with stakeholders internally and externally. You must understand the motivations of social impact investing for supporters and be curious and highly motivated about ending the devastation caused by dementia.

This role provides a great opportunity for an established fundraiser to grow our pipeline, an area that we know has huge potential for growth. You will get the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and vital programmes of work that provide help and hope for everyone affected by dementia. 

You will have either be able to build or have pre-existing (personal or professional) links to South Asian communities. You will be able to develop a cultural insight, or experience working within these networks, you will play a vital role in helping us build trust, broaden our reach, and connect new prospects to the Society’s ambitious vision.

What you’ll focus on:

- Forging close relationships with philanthropists, with a focus on engaging the South Asian community with our work.
- Managing a portfolio of donors, to provide our supporters with best in sector stewardship.
- Building networks with philanthropic ‘intermediaries’, such as private wealth managers and family offices.
- Cross-team working with our Insurance United Against Dementia and Sport United Against Dementia development boards, to grow our philanthropic networks.

About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.

At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.  

Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. 

Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. 

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging 
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.     

Our hiring process
We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? we know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart.

Giving back to you
At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Bupa Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.

Philanthropy Lead - Major Gifts

Position: Philanthropy Lead – Major Gifts

Location:  London/hybrid

Salary: £43,000 - £ 53,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Close Date: Thursday 28th August 2025.

About the organisation  
We are an award-winning anti-slavery charity working with governments and police forces across three strategic locations - the UK, Romania and Bangladesh. Through frontline programmes, policy advocacy and strategic partnerships, we work on the frontline to support survivors of modern slavery and bring perpetrators to justice, and in the corridors of power to create change at scale.
 

The role
Are you a relationship-builder, strategist and storyteller with a passion for justice? Join us as our new Philanthropy Lead and help take our major donor programme to the next level. 
 

This is a pivotal role in a growing team. You’ll lead our high-value philanthropy strategy, manage your own portfolio of major donors and prospects, and line-manage a talented Philanthropy Specialist - supporting their development as you grow the programme together. 
 

Working closely with our CEO, senior volunteers and programme leads across the UK, Romania and Bangladesh, you’ll shape how we grow income, insight and impact in the years ahead. Your focus will be on securing high five- and six-figure gifts from individuals and foundations who want to be part of the fight against modern slavery. 

This role requires regular presence in London.
 

What we’re looking for: 

• A proven track record in securing significant gifts from high-net-worth individuals or foundations 
• Strategic thinking and confident relationship management 
• Strong communication skills - written and verbal 
• Experience managing or mentoring colleagues 
• Drive, humility and a deep belief in our mission 
• Desire to grow with us over the long term, eagerness to share knowledge and experience, and motivation to continue developing both personally and professionally.

We offer an excellent benefits package to support your wellbeing and development. Just a few of the highlights include: Enhanced Annual Leave, Birthday Leave, Enhanced Employer Pension Contribution, Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance and Learning and Development.
 

Read our Total Reward offer document to view the full list of benefits.

This role is subject to a DBS Check. You must have the right to work in the UK.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds 
 

Ready to make a real difference?
Please read the full job description before applying. To Apply upload both your CV and a covering letter of no more than 1,500 words, outlining your suitability for and interest in the position. Your covering letter should explicitly address the candidate requirements outlined in the job description.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard back from us by the end of August, you are unlikely to have been successful.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Philanthropy, Major Gifts, Major Donor, High Net Worth, Philanthropy Fundraiser, Major Gifts Fundraiser, Major Donor Fundraiser, High Net Worth Fundraiser, Senior Philanthropy Fundraiser, Senior Major Gifts Fundraiser, Senior Major Donor Fundraiser, Senior High Net Worth Fundraiser, Philanthropy Fundraising.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Salary: £45,000 - £49,600

Contract: 12-month FTC

Location: London hybrid (2 days/week in office)

Closing date: 27 August

Benefits: Generous annual leave, employee assistance programme, flexible working arrangements. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior New Business Development Manager to join a new initiative that’s mobilising £20 million in philanthropic and investment capital to support climate adaptation enterprises, working within an international development charity. You’ll lead on developing and delivering a fundraising programme, building relationships with major donors, foundations, and institutions to drive real-world impact.

Working closely with senior leaders and sector partners, you’ll craft compelling campaigns, secure strategic funding, and help position the fund as a trailblazer in climate finance and international development.

To be successful as the Senior New Business Development Manager you will need:

• A strong track record of securing six-figure gifts from major donors or institutions
• Excellent project management and campaign analysis skills
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities
• Knowledge of climate finance, impact investment, or international development

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please get in touch and ask for Heather, quoting the reference 2577HB

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Job title: Development Manager

Hours: 35 hours per week full time or part time considered. If your preference is to work part time, you will be required to work at least 3 days per week. We are open to flexible working and hybrid options for this role.

Reporting to Director of Development

Salary £37,500 per annum FTE  

Wells Cathedral is a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture, renowned for its astonishing beauty, historical significance and its international reputation for music.

It stands as one of the most impressive cathedrals in the UK and is a world-class centre for worship and mission, inspirational music and creative engagement with young people and visitors from around the world.

Are you an inspiring fundraiser with a track record of engaging a range of individual donors?

Would you like to utilise your excellent relationship building skills and creativity to help inspire philanthropists with the work of Wells Cathedral and help conserve and maintain it for future generations?

Could you deliver one of a kind events and exceptional communications to inspire support from individual donors towards an important place of worship and a world renowned heritage organisation?

The Development Manager will play a critical role in developing and managing individual fundraising for the Cathedral with a particular focus on engaging and inspiring the Cathedral’s individual supporters, Major Donors and prospects with the work of the Cathedral, developing and implementing robust stewardship activity and undertaking and developing vital prospecting processes to support both priority projects and year round fundraising.

This role will line manage the Development Assistant.

As Development Manager you will:

· Lead on creating and developing the Individual Giving strategy for the Cathedral, in consultation with the Director of Development.

· Deepen relationships with existing supporters by developing and delivering an impactful stewardship framework for individual donors.

· Work in consultation with the marketing team to create inspiring and relevant communication strategy for individual supporters with a focus on impact, to include regular feedback mechanisms to improve stewardship plans and engagement.

· Build the financial resilience of the Cathedral through developing individual prospecting processes, prospect research, and developing qualified prospect pipelines to secure income from individual supporters and major donors. With an initial focus on the Vicars’ Close project and developing in line with future priorities.

· Work with the Director of Development to develop an inspiring range of bespoke cultivation plans for Major Donors.

· Design, deliver and support a range of unique events to inspire supporters and cultivate new relationships, bringing to life the extraordinary work of the Cathedral. Work across the cathedral to integrate fundraising into existing events and programmes.

· Achieve results through persuasive and compelling proposals for Major Donors and creation of robust budgets. Amplify project impact through inspiring reports and personalised engagement opportunities.

· Develop, manage and deliver Wells Cathedral’s individual giving programmes, including Planned Giving, regular inspiring appeals and individual giving opportunities as part of priority projects.

· Strengthen supporter relationships across the organisation, working with the Cathedral leadership team, Chapter and project leads to support engagement with individual donors and Major Donors.

· Develop and implement plans to keep existing donors engaged, with opportunities to increase their level of giving over time and in line with projects and targeted appeals.

· Regularly report progress to the Development Director and Cathedral Chapter on the individual giving income pipeline, supporter engagement, upcoming opportunities, and challenges.

· Keep up to date with trends and good practice and identify opportunities to improve and develop Wells Cathedral’s individual giving.

· Utilise CRM as an effective Relationship Management tool and develop robust prospecting processes.

· As the Cathedral’s Gift in Wills strategy develops, support engagement opportunities for individual supporters and develop appropriate processes to support this area.

· Network and keep abreast of the wider funding landscape and giving trends to inform the strategy.

· Support the team through additional duties as reasonably required to assist the smooth and efficient running of the Development Team and maximise the impact of the fundraising function. Some weekend and out of hours working may be required.

We would like to hear from you if you:

· have enhanced income streams, with a focus on individual supporters and Major Donors and made a real impact upon the charitable objectives of an organisation — a degree is not an essential requirement.

· enjoy building and deepening relationships with a range of individual supporters, with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to tailor opportunities to funder priorities.

· have a successful track record in developing individual giving programmes and major donor relationships, securing funds from a range of individuals and Philanthropists.

· are a persuasive and influential communicator, with exceptional communication, writing and research skills.

· Confident to engage with multiple stakeholders including volunteers, prospective donors and high level supporters.

· have an ambitious, positive, and creative approach, with experience at working collaboratively organisation wide.

·  have strong networking, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others — internally and externally at all levels.

· enjoy in prospect research and developing successful cultivation plans to inspire donors and secure funding.

· have delivered exceptional donor experiences and co-ordinated special events and inspired a range of individuals donors.

· are passionate about working for Wells Cathedral and making an impact within the heritage sector.

The successful applicant will also be expected to share in Wells Cathedral’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

We welcome applications from those with existing fundraising experience and looking to further their experience in a manager role, with line management responsibilities. We currently operate a hybrid model of working and are open to discussing flexible ways of working, including full and part time and some remote working. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full time or need more flexible working patterns.

Please get in touch to arrange an informal conversation ahead of applying to learn more about us and why this opportunity is right for you.

To apply, please send a copy of your latest CV together with a supporting statement (no more than 2 pages) explaining your motivations for applying for the role, how your skills, knowledge and experience match the role outline and what you can bring to it. If your preference is to work part time, please state how many hours a week you wish to work.

Shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete our standard Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.

In return we offer:

· 6.6 weeks of annual leave per annum inclusive of bank holidays. The holiday year runs from 1 January to 31 December.

· A discount of 10% is available in the Cathedral Shop and Café.

· Staff training and opportunities to develop your skills.

· Pension Defined Contribution Scheme. Contributions as % of salary:

Age Employee Employer

<50 3% 5%

50–55 4% 8%

>55  5% 10%

· Parking spaces are available in the Cathedral car park. Cars are parked at the risk of the owner.

· All reasonable working expenses will be met in line with Cathedral policy.

The appointment will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including a basic DBS check. A probationary period of 6 months will apply to this post.

First stage interviews: 23 September 2025

Second stage interviews: 29 September 2025

Salary: £80,000
Location: Flexible with hybrid working of 2dpw from a Ronald McDonald House or Office

Ronald McDonald House Charities is investing significantly in its Engagement Strategy, introducing new positions (such as this Associate Director of Relationship Engagement) to ensure they can establish further meaningful relationships with their community of supporters to expand reach and deepen impact for families that need their support. 

As Associate Director of Relationship Engagement you will lead the strategic development of high-value fundraising, establishing deep relationships with corporate partners, major donors, trusts/foundations and capital appeal supporters, alongside the incredible founding partner McDonald's. You'll also lead a growing team to oversee high-impact special events that drive income and increase charity awareness. 

As Associate Director of Relationship Engagement you will enable the charity to unlock the extraordinary value in their existing networks, while building the infrastructure for sustainable, long-term growth. It's a truly exciting opportunity - joining at a time of significant investment and senior-level buy in to diversify the high value fundraising portfolio and broaden their supporter base, all with the solid foundation and incredible support of their continued partnership with McDonald's.

We're looking to speak with experienced leaders who can demonstrate broad relationship-led fundraising skills, with particular strengths in developing major donor and/or corporate partnerships portfolios. Together, high-value income streams at Ronald McDonald House Charities could truly transform the organisation's future - there's no shortage of warm networks and engaged stakeholders - you'll lead the development of the strategic infrastructure that allows the charity to harness this support. 

As Associate Director of Relationship Engagement you will:

• Strategically lead the all high-value income streams, with a focus on diversification and growth. 
• Oversee the development and delivery of tactical high-value fundraising strategies that enable support from corporate partners, major donors, trust and foundations and capital appeals. 
• Foster a culture of new business development and account growth, maximising opportunities for support and securing transformational gifts and long term partnerships. 
• Champion a relationship-led approach to supporter engagement - establishing tailored journeys that build loyalty, trust and long-term value. 
• Ensure consistency with regards to stewardship - fostering a collaborative fundraising culture across the organisation. 

The role would best suit:

• An experienced high-value fundraising professional, with expertise of securing 6-figure gifts or partnerships .
• A strategic leader with experience of developing high-performing teams and maximising the potential of reports. 
• An individual who is confident engaging a wide variety of senior stakeholders (including trustees, corporate partners and donors). 
• A visionary/big picture thinker, someone who can spot significant funding opportunities and lead the team to establish compelling cases for support that appeal to high-value supporters. 
• Experience in capital campaigns/large-scale appeals is desirable but not essential. 

Please get in touch as soon as possible to express an initial interest, the deadline for applications (CV and cover letter) is Monday 18th August with first stage interviews scheduled to take place w/c 8th September. 

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices 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 reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Reporting into the Head of Major Gifts, you will be responsible for leading on grant applications from trusts and other grant giving organisations. The grants will often be in the five to six figure range, and will be for a wide variety of activities, including bursaries, the Fonteyn International Ballet Competition, local and national learning and participation projects, and more. You will also be building on existing relationships with grant-giving organisations and help plan fundraising with the Head of Major Gifts and the Director of Fundraising and Development.

As a Trusts and Grants Manager you will:

• have experience in trusts and grants fundraising
• have experience of building relationships with donors and colleagues
• have experience in account managing a portfolio of grants
• have experience in using CRM databases
• have knowledge of major donor pipeline development
• have strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
• have excellent written and oral interpersonal skills with a donor focused approach
• have the ability to deliver pitches and proposals
• have strong project management skills
• have strong organisational skills and be self-motivated
• have a passion and commitment to the mission of RAD and an appreciation of the arts

We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. While time in our accessible London (Wandsworth / Battersea) office will be required, we operate a hybrid model of in-person and remote working. Staff discounts on dance and fitness classes and wellbeing resources, plus events and volunteering opportunities enhance the RAD experience.

In return, we offer 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, access to the Perkbox discounts platform – including an Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, Bupa cash plan, life assurance, season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme. We also have a range of lunchtime activities including book club, dance, Pilates and a craft club.

Due to the nature of the RAD’s work, the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications which do not include a full employment history and reference details will not be taken forward to the shortlisting stage. 

The post you are applying for is classed as having a high degree of contact with children and involves ‘regulated activity’. As such it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. 

All colleagues are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the RADs Safeguarding Policy at all times.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited to attend an interview.

No agencies please.

We are looking to recruit a Head of Major Projects and Programmes to join our team based at our Midlands site. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a salary of circa £55,000 per annum. 

The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future – using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.

We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.

The Royal Air Force Museum is a Carbon Literate organisation and as such promotes Carbon Literacy.

Purpose of the Head of Major Projects and Programmes role:

We are looking for an experienced Head of Major Projects and Programmes to join the Museum team at an exciting time as we deliver the £28M Inspiring Everyone: RAF Museum Development Programme, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

You will lead and champion the delivery of this programme and agreed major projects to budget, defined deadlines and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities of our Head of Major Projects and Programmes include:

• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team in the development and delivery of major projects and programmes (capital projects and engagement)
• Project managing agreed major projects and programmes including the Delivery Phase of the Inspiring Everyone: RAF Museum Midlands Development Programme
• Leading and motivating staff and volunteers ensuring plans are progressed successfully
• Being an active member of the Senior Management Group working as part of the team to lead and model good practice across the organisation
• Ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders, both internally and externally to build and maintain partnerships
• Working closely with other departments to deliver museum-wide programmes and objectives
• Working to reduce operational costs and maximise resources whilst maintaining standards of products and services
• Upholding both the spirit and letter of the Museums Association’s Code of Ethics

What we are looking for in our Head of Major Projects and Programmes:

• Demonstrable experience in developing, project managing and delivering major projects (capital and engagement activity) in a museum or heritage environment
• Demonstrable experience in project budget setting and management with budgets of more than £5M
• Is able to inspire team to engage with the long-term vision and purpose of the Museum.
• Delegates decision making to the right level within team
• Willing to make difficult decisions, pragmatically weighing up the complexities against the need to act and demonstrates resilience in communicating and implementing decisions
• Pushes themselves and team to achieve, setting a clear plan and objectives and ensuring they/their team stay focused
• Demonstrates positivity in relation to change and encourages team to embrace change
• Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering National Lottery Heritage Fund supported projects
• Prince2™ Practitioner/ MSP™ Practitioner or equivalent experience

Closing Date: 26th August 2025 at 10am
Interviews will take place on: 5th September 2025 and 10th September 2025

If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please visit the jobs page on our website for further information. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force's story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you!