Major donor manager jobs

Do you want to be part of the team at a charity which has a 135-year history of combating the challenges arising from deprivation and social exclusion in East London?

Our mission at St. Hilda’s East is to equip our service users with the resilience to navigate modern life. We welcome everyone into our spaces and work together to deliver engaging activities, promote social contact and ultimately enrich lives. 

Located in Tower Hamlets, we welcome people of all ages to our large, friendly community centre in Shoreditch where we offer a wide range of activities promoting wellbeing and social connections. Our services include sensory play for Under-5’s, youth programmes, wellbeing activities for those experiencing mental health issues, bilingual advice, and activities to reduce social isolation and enhance physical and mental wellbeing for older people. We also run a day centre in Shadwell, where we care for elders from the Bangladeshi and other communities. 

We have a unique relationship with our founders, the Guild (alumnae) of Cheltenham Ladies’ College, we are located on the fringes of the City, and we generate income from hiring out space in our community centre. These opportunities make the Marketing & Fundraising Manager position varied and interesting, with plenty of possibility to grow and develop in the role. 

Job Purpose:

The Marketing & Fundraising Manager will play a key role in developing and implementing St Hilda’s East’s marketing strategy and will take the lead in organising fundraising events and securing funds from individual donations, and rental and room hire income.

They will lead on communications with external stakeholders through the development and implementation of SHE’s marketing plans and social media strategy. There will be a particular focus on strengthening our unique link with the Guild (alumnae) of Cheltenham Ladies’ College, as well as with parents and pupils of the school – to raise awareness of the impact of St. Hilda’s East and to organise joint events. The postholder will work alongside freelance fundraisers who focus on maximising grant income.

It is not essential to have experience in the non-profit sector; we would love to hear from you if you have experience in sales and marketing in a commercial environment and are looking to bring your talents to the charity sector.

This job is for you, if you:

• possess excellent writing skills and a passion for communicating our charitable mission, possibly moving into the charity sector for the first time
• have the ability to develop and mantain positive relationships with a diverse range of people including high net worth individuals, partners, colleagues, and service users 
• have a proactive and creative approach to solving problems and researching and developing new sources of income 
• have the ability to manage multiple priorities, effectively balancing operational and strategic expectations.

Benefits

You will have access to an Employee Assistance Program, Training & Development support, flexible working arrangements, and 25 annual leave days plus bank holidays.

Closing date for applications: 26th June 2026 at 23:30, however, applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and might close early if the position is filled

Interviews: Week of 8 June and ongoing

Our Recruitment Policy: St Hilda's is committed to racial justice and wider inclusion and diversity. We are working towards a goal where our team fully reflects the diversity and difference in lived experiences of our local community.

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Interviews: 22nd & 23rd June 2026

Employer: King's Trust International (not The King's Trust)

The King’s Trust International has been supporting young people worldwide since 2015. We were founded by HM The King to tackle the global crisis of youth unemployment. 

Our vision is that every young person should have the chance to succeed.

Our mission is to empower young people to learn, earn and thrive.

Our programmes and interventions are now present in 20 countries within the Commonwealth and beyond, across Asia, Africa, Caribbean and the Americas, the Middle East and Europe. 

We are committed to amplifying the voices of young people on the global stage and putting their needs at the very heart of the design and delivery of our work. This complements global efforts to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those relating to quality education and decent work.

We seek to work to the highest quality standards and to ensure the health and safety of all the young people we work with as well as the well-being of our colleagues and partners.

The role

This role will be central to driving the growth of trusts and foundations fundraising at The King’s Trust International, leading an emerging portfolio of global institutional funders while shaping an ambitious strategy to expand our reach. As a key member of the fundraising team, the postholder will steward high‑value partners, secure significant multi‑year grants, and cultivate a strong future pipeline aligned to our new 10‑year organisational strategy. Working closely with colleagues across Programmes, Finance and MarComms, the role will craft compelling proposals and ensure excellent grant management that reflects our commitment to quality, compliance and impact.

Joining at a pivotal moment - following the launch of our long‑term strategy and with a growing base of international supporters - the Trusts and Foundations Manager will help unlock the next phase of our global expansion. The role will play a vital part in deepening relationships with existing, while proactively identifying and cultivating new opportunities across international philanthropic and institutional landscapes.

The postholder will work collaboratively across the wider fundraising function, supporting cross‑entity opportunities and sharing intelligence on global funding trends. With the chance to shape an emerging and high‑potential income stream, this role offers a unique opportunity to refine core skills in trust and foundation fundraising, build strategic partnerships, and contribute meaningfully to our mission to help young people worldwide learn, earn and thrive.

About you

You will be a strategic and experienced fundraiser with a strong understanding of global trusts, foundations and institutional funders, and the ability to deliver income growth within a complex, international environment. Your experience of securing and managing grants, along with strong proposal writing, compliance and reporting skills, will help you manage and grow a varied portfolio of funders while building a robust pipeline of new prospects. You will be a persuasive and confident communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to translate complex programmes, financial data and impact evidence into compelling cases for support. Highly organised and proactive, you will bring strong project management and financial skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence senior stakeholders internally and externally. You will thrive in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment, combining attention to detail with strategic approach to support sustainable income generation for young people globally.

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a regional organisation in the search for a new Philanthropy Manager. 

This is an exciting time to be joining this organisation, who focus on strengthening local communities and improving lives across Kirklees. Since 2015, the Foundation has distributed over £8 million in funding to local charities, voluntary organisations and community groups, and currently manages an endowment valued at £3.6 million.

As the Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for building and managing a high-quality pipeline of prospective supporters, with a strong emphasis on major gift fundraising, high-value relationship development and legacy conversations, ensuring donors are supported to give in ways that deliver lasting impact.

To be successful as the Philanthropy Manager, you will be a confident and credible relationship builder, skilled in engaging and influencing a wide range of stakeholders. With a proactive and outcomes-focused approach, you will be comfortable working to clear income objectives within a relationship-led fundraising model.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application, then please contact Rhiannon Mehta at Prospectus.

If you are interested in applying to this position, please submit your CV and a covering letter in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or 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.

CUF wants to build flourishing communities and tackle poverty, by partnering with churches and groups all over England, and we are looking for a Philanthropy Manager to shape and grow a major gifts programme which has been identified as a key opportunity for growth. You’ll be working closely with our Head of Fundraising and Communications in a small team that values fundraising creativity, and has some great partnerships and resources for you to build on.

We’re seeking a motivated self-starter, with a track record of initiating, managing and developing relationships with high net worth individuals and grantmaking bodies, and securing 5 figure donations and grants.

You will find, and nurture relationships with, philanthropists and non-statutory grant-makers. Some of these will be existing donors, and warm prospects, and others you will identify by research (we’ll provide some administrative help). You’ll also engage with Trustees, and senior staff, to identify and nurture Christian philanthropists and grant body decision-makers within their spheres of influence.

You’ll develop cases for support and write funding applications (helped by the wider staff team) and will build a robust income pipeline based on relational asks, including in person. Stewardship is key, so we want a skilled communicator with great organisational skills. You’ll have a passion for local social action, and will thrive in our collaborative team culture.

How to apply

For an informal conversation about this role and for more information, please contact our Deputy CEO, Adam Edwards (please see job pack for details). 

To apply, please email an up-to-date CV and covering letter (we will only shortlist CV’s with a covering letter!) outlining your relevant skills and experience as relating to the responsibilities and person specification to: HR Officer (please see job pack for details).

Closing date: 5:00pm on Monday 1st June with interviews to be held on 16th June; whether online or in person to be confirmed.

Greater Change

Founded in 2018 by Alex McCallion and Jonathan Tan, Greater Change is an NGO providing cash grants to support people to overcome the financial barriers on their pathway out of homelessness using personalised budgets.

We partner with frontline charities and support workers who refer people to us who would benefit from our financial support. The personalised budgets (supported cash transfers) we provide are typically for rent deposits, ID documents, training courses etc. 

On average, Greater Change spends £1,400 per individual and last year 85% of the people we supported sustained their move into stable housing, saving the public purse over £41,000 per person per annum. 

Our goal is ultimately to use personalised budgets as a dignified and effective tool to end homelessness. 

Our Values 

• Trust & Support 
• Growth & Development 
• Passion with Boundaries
• Clarity & Communication 
• Emotional Security & Maturity 
• Impatience for Change

Philanthropy Manager 

We are looking for an entrepreneurial, ambitious and relationship-driven Philanthropy Manager to help grow Greater Change’s income, impact, and profile. Reporting to the Head of Growth and working closely with the CEO, this is a hands-on role suited to someone who can be creative and structured.

You will lead key income streams across High Net Worth Individuals, Trusts and Foundations, and fundraising events, delivering high-quality proposals and thoughtful stewardship that strengthens long-term partnerships.

The ideal candidate will be someone who understands how we are maximising impact and cost-effectiveness. You will be able to clearly communicate how our work delivers meaningful outcomes.

Above all, we are looking for someone proactive and thoughtful, who is motivated to play a key role in scaling a high-impact, evidence-led solution to homelessness.

Main Responsibilities

1. Work closely with the CEO on philanthropic relationships, including supporting the Development Board’s engagement, meetings, and follow-ups.

2. Lead all trusts and foundation activity end-to-end, including prospect research, applications and producing reports, while tracking funding deadlines, maintaining a clear pipeline, and providing regular progress updates to the CEO and Head of Growth.

3. Prepare high-quality proposals, cases for support, presentations, and donor communications.

4. Co-lead on developing and maintaining corporate partnerships with the Head of Growth 

5. Manage individual giving, with a focus on donor stewardship and growth.

6. Lead the planning and delivery of fundraising and stewardship events, including stewardship and fundraising events organised by the Greater Change and our Development Board

7. Supporting the Comms team to deliver donor communications across our newsletter and social media channels

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience 

• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to build credibility and trust with senior stakeholders, including high-net-worth individuals and funders. 

• Highly analytical, with the ability to understand, interpret and clearly communicate impact, cost-effectiveness, and outcomes to a range of audiences. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling, evidence-based cases for support and deliver persuasive presentations. 

• Demonstrable ability to think strategically and entrepreneurially, identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities and approaches. 

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. 

• Proactive and self-directed, with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to navigate ambiguity and complex challenges. 

• Alignment with our mission

Desired Skills, Knowledge and Experience 

In addition to the essential skills, we are especially keen to hear from candidates who are able to meet some, or any, of the additional experience requirements below: 

• Understanding of the homelessness sector or social impact 

• Experience developing fundraising strategy or contributing to organisational growth plans. 

• Confidence in presenting complex ideas (e.g. impact, cost-effectiveness) to senior or non-technical audiences.

• A good understanding of the housing system, homelessness, benefits processes and services which support people who are precariously housed. 

• Strong IT skills in particular G-Suite, Canva and Microsoft Office. 

Personal Attributes 

• High and positive energy levels; you thrive when working at pace. 

• You have high EQ, are a great listener, proactively inviting feedback and curious to hear the ideas of others. 

• Willingness to roll up your sleeves, Greater Change is a ‘hands on’ environment. 

• Strong team player who can collaborate and work with others to achieve results. 

We welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness.

What we offer 

• Salary - £40,400 

• Up to 5% pension matching 

• Hybrid working model at home and in the office - we are an outcomes driven team, so we want you to work in the way that's most productive for you.

• 9 day fortnight (every alternate week is a 4-day week). 

• Macbook or PC. 

• A work from home budget of up to £250 to buy what you need for your home setup.

• Frequent team lunches, and quarterly team activity days. 

• Training budget of £800/year, to upskill on anything directly related to your work. 

• A remote working allowance of up to 10 days per year (pro rata). 

• A wellbeing budget of £400/year (pro rata). You can spend it on therapy, the gym, a meditation retreat, whatever helps your wellbeing. 

How to Apply 

Please apply with a CV and Covering Letter. Your Covering Letter must outline how you meet the Essential Criteria listed above, as well as any relevant desirable skills, experience and knowledge. Please demonstrate how you reflect our core values and personal attributes throughout your application. 

Interview process

We will review applications as we receive them, so we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. 

Candidates will be required to participate in up to 3 recruitment rounds following application. This will include an online test, an interview and a final culture fit held in person in our London office. This may change and prospective candidates will be informed of any changes. 

• Application Deadline  - Sunday 7th June 2026 
• Stage 1 (Work test) - Rolling Basis 
• Stage 2 (Online competency based  interview) - Wednesday 10th or Friday 12th June 
• Stage 3 (Final stage Inperson) - Tuesday 16th or Wednesday 17th June 
• Ideal Start Date  - July 2026 

Bible Society believes the Bible is God’s gift for God’s world. We share it because we believe it changes lives for good. We want Christians to be confident in the Bible’s truthfulness and reliability, and we want to change how people talk about it in wider society and invite them to see it as a source of wisdom and joy.

We are seeking a passionate, strategic and relational individual to join our team as we expand our work with generous supporters. In this role, you will lead our engagement with mid-level donors – strengthening retention, increasing income and re-engaging supporters through tailored communications, bespoke resources and opportunities for uplift. You will play a vital role in optimising funding from both established and new supporters, ensuring alignment with Bible Society’s mission priorities. 

Alongside this, you will build and nurture key relationships through the management of a portfolio of current and prospective major donors, delivering significant levels of income against agreed targets. You will help donors fulfil their philanthropic ministry by connecting their generosity with the mission of Bible Society.

An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.  

Closing date: Sunday 7 June 2026 

Interview date: First round interview date: Monday 15 June 2026 (online)  

Second-round interview date: Monday 22 June 2026 (Swindon)

If this sounds like you and you have the legal right to work and remain in the UK, we’d love to hear from you. Please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out why you’re the best person for this position.

Bible Society is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people representing all sections of the community. 

Ripon Cathedral is a magnificent building in the heart of the stunning rural region of North Yorkshire. It is a place of mission and worship which welcomes over 100,000 visitors every year.

The cathedral plays a key role as a major events venue and tourist attraction in the city. However, their dedicated team also work in partnership with other local charities to support the community, providing a range of educational programmes and activities.

We are looking for a Fundraising Manager to join their ambitious team, could this be you?

The Role

This new role of Fundraising Manager is a key part of the ongoing work to implement the Cathedral’s strategic plan. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the role will be vital in securing sustainable funds to support the Cathedral’s ambitious plans for growth. Main responsibilities include:

• Creating and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy
• Leading and developing the existing Patrons Programme
• Developing a pipeline to secure grant funding from trusts and foundations
• Introducing and leading a new culture of legacy giving
• Increasing the average donation per visitor and growing individual giving

The Person

We are looking for someone with a proven track record in developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies that deliver financial growth. You will have experience in one or more of the following income streams; Trust and Foundations, Major Donor/ Patrons and/or Legacy Fundraising. You should be experienced in working to targets and managing budgets and possess a sound knowledge of fundraising regulations and legislation and GDPR.

We are looking for someone with exceptional communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders. You should also be able to write compelling communications, including applications and proposals.

Previous line management experience is desirable, but most importantly, you should be collaborative, ambitious, and resilient, ready to drive projects forward. This is a diverse role with huge potential to build on historic success and shape the future of Ripon Cathedral!

Please note that this is a permanent role, however we are open to discussing interim options which may be considered for the right candidate. 

Why Ripon Cathedral?

Ripon Cathedral has a rich history stretching back almost fourteen centuries. Its development and growth over the last decade have been remarkable, and there are ambitious plans for the future.

The team is forward-thinking and committed to a wide variety of projects,  from installing solar panels on the Cathedral roof to continuing to support the excellent Cathedral Choir and providing opportunities for young people to benefit from musical training.

This is an opportunity to join a team that is friendly, collaborative, and aspirational.

The Cathedral offers a generous holiday allowance and a range of other benefits, including staff discounts.

If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then please get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Charlie, Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Leanne or Jen who will be happy to advise on this.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.

Role Overview:
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with the client on a fantastic Philanthropy Manager role. This position involves leading high-value donor strategies and stewardship programmes to support long-term income growth for a health-focused charity. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and cultivate a portfolio of major donors, securing multi-year, five-figure gifts.
• Research and identify new high-net-worth prospects using internal and external data sources.
• Develop tailored cultivation and stewardship plans, ensuring timely reporting and engagement.
• Collaborate with senior staff, Trustees, and volunteers to support donor approaches and network expansion.
• Work with internal teams to align projects with donor interests and prepare compelling proposals.
• Support the organisation’s stewardship and events programme, focusing on relationship building.
• Contribute to the development of new fundraising products for major donors.

Person Specification:

• Extensive experience of fundraising from high-net-worth individuals.
• Proven ability to secure significant gifts in a donor relationship management context.
• Skilled in motivating and inspiring stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong network-building experience both internally and externally.
• Experience in designing impactful stewardship programmes and managing high-value events.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and negotiate.
• Excellent time-management, organisational, and database skills.
• Knowledge of philanthropy, legal, ethical, and financial considerations related to major giving.
• Ability to work flexibly, manage conflicting priorities, and thrive within a collaborative team environment.
• An interest in medical research or healthcare is an advantage.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary: £40,000 (pro-rata) plus London Weighting of £3,000 or Home Allowance of £450 per annum depending on location
• Location: London or remote
• Contract: 9 month FTC

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.

Prisoners Abroad is a unique human rights and welfare charity providing advice and support to people affected by overseas imprisonment. We help British people during their incarceration, when they return to the UK and need resettlement services, and we also support their family throughout the trauma. It doesn’t matter to us the reasons people find themselves in need of our services – and we never judge. Our range of services make sure they survive, mentally and physically, so that they can face the future with hope.

We are looking for a Philanthropy Officer to support and grow our well-established major donor programme at an exciting point in our organisational development, following the launch of our new five-year strategy.

About the role

As our Philanthropy Officer, you will support the delivery of our major donor programme, helping to steward a committed community of donors and ensuring that relationships, communications and records are managed accurately and professionally.

You will provide high-quality supporter care, carry out research to identify new prospects, and help coordinate cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activity so that donors feel valued and informed about the impact of their support.

Working closely with the Head of Giving & Communications and wider Fundraising team, you will support the planning and delivery of major donor activity, including coordinating communications and events, maintaining donor data and contributing to reporting.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone with around two years experience in fundraising, ideally with exposure to individual giving or major donor fundraising, and so this role would suit someone early in their fundraising career who is looking to specialise in major donor fundraising, and keen to learn how to build and steward high-value relationships that generates income and long-term support.

You will be highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. You will be a strong communicator, confident building relationships with supporters and colleagues, and motivated to deliver a high standard of supporter care.

To apply

To apply for this position, please read the job pack which provides lots of information about the charity, the role and how to apply.

The deadline for applications is 10am Thursday 18th June, however we will be reviewing applications as we receive them, so please apply when you are ready and you may be contacted about your application before the closing date. To ensure inclusivity, all applications received up to the closing date will be considered equally.

As Weldmar Hospicecare moves into an exciting new direction in fundraising, we are seeking a Philanthropy Manager to lead our engagement with key investors and high net worth individuals.

This is a brand new role designed to broaden our reach and secure the major gifts necessary to fund our specialist care services. Working alongside fellow fundraising managers, as well as the Senior Leadership Team and Trustees, and reporting to the Director of Fundraising, your key responsibilities will be to:

· Identify and research high value prospects, implementing bespoke donor journeys that move supporters from initial interest to significant financial commitment. 

· Establish and lead a group of dedicated volunteers who act as champions for Weldmar across the county. 

· Manage our Trust and Foundations Fundraiser, overseeing applications for grant funding and ensuring detailed, timely reporting to funders. 

· Represent Weldmar at flagship events and networking opportunities, educating partners on how their investment makes a tangible difference to the specialist care Weldmar provides in Dorset. 

· Using Raiser’s Edge, you will maintain meticulous records and provide regular performance and prospect reports to senior management. 

You will have extensive experience in managing profitable fundraising events or securing high value income. You must be a diplomatic and persuasive negotiator, comfortable engaging with decision makers at all levels. A professional qualification (such as the IoF Diploma) is desirable, but more important is your ability to tell Weldmar’s story in a way that inspires generosity.  A Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check is required for this role.

Job Purpose:

EMERGENCY is an independent, international NGO providing free, high-quality medical and surgical treatment to victims of war, landmines and poverty. At the same time, it promotes a culture of peace, solidarity and respect for human rights.

Since its founding in 1994, EMERGENCY has worked in 21 countries around the world, providing free medical care in accordance with its core principles of equality, quality and social responsibility. We do this in a sustainable way: by building healthcare facilities, training local personnel, and conducting search and rescue missions in the Mediterranean Sea.

As an affiliate, EMERGENCY UK has set out an exciting ambition to build on its success over the last three years. This includes a substantial growth in its income, with a particular focus on high value giving from philanthropists, trusts and other private donors. The aim is to implement the newly developed high value fundraising strategy, with a view to tripling current income levels from this source by securing high five and six figure gifts of both unrestricted and restricted income.

The purpose of the Senior Development Manager is to build and maintain a portfolio of high value donors and prospects through proactive networking, identifying cultivation opportunities and thoughtful stewardship. With a focus range of £100,000 and above, the position will develop long-term, strategic partnerships with existing and potential high value supporters, where relationships and their impact will be measured from both a financial and non-financial perspective. 

The postholder must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate a high degree of lateral thinking within a small but hard-working team.

Main activities:

1) To raise funds in the form of high value gifts (focusing on £100,000 and above) through a variety of methods, including regular face-to-face meetings, attending conferences and participating in other activities by implementing a comprehensive programme to identify, research, cultivate and solicit high value donors who have the potential for significant, multi-year giving.

In this context, the postholder will be required to spend a considerable amount of the working week out of the office travelling and meeting in person with potential donors and their representatives.   

2) To manage and develop meaningful donor relationships, including with existing donors, by utilising a wide range of methods, including stewardship events and networking amongst existing donors and their contacts.

3) To actively participate in the implementation of the current high value fundraising strategy, leading change and adjusting plans based on experience and realistic assessments in order to meet pre-agreed targets. This includes supporting the ongoing development of all aspects of the strategy, such as the case for support, prospect research, donor recognition opportunities and individual donor development plans for high value donors and prospects.

4) To contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the team, taking a lead role in the annual planning and reporting process for high value donors, providing regular progress reports against income targets and ensuring high standards of accountability. This also includes ensuring written and electronic records of donors are maintained, in compliance with data protection legislation.

5) To represent, and act as an ambassador, for EMERGENCY UK at external events, promoting its work and values where and when possible.

Person specification:

• Senior level experience working with foundations, corporates, high and ultra-high net worth individuals, leading them from identification to giving annual and multi-year gifts at the high five and six-figure level
• Experience of working independently to identify and cultivate prospects and influencers who have the ability to make personal introductions to high and ultra-high net worth individuals
• Experience in implementing high value giving strategies and annual plans for high and ultra-high net worth individuals, including reporting on targets and KPIs
• Experience of identifying potential high value donors, qualifying prospects and managing/growing a high-level prospect pipeline
• Experience of working with restricted grant funding: submitting proposals, completing monitoring forms and reporting to donors
• Experience of working within the humanitarian and development sector is preferable
• Experience of working with multiple stakeholders in a complex, multi-cultural environment
• Experience of creating high-quality, high-level donor events and bespoke engagements
• Experience of using Salesforce or similar CRM products/fundraising databases

Essential skills:

• Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills
• Ability to communicate complex themes and subjects in a compelling and engaging way in writing and verbally
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to motivate and engage high value donors and prospects in the work of EMERGENCY
• Strong understanding of restricted grant funding processes, including proposal development, monitoring, and reporting
• Knowledge and understanding of how to use influencers and connectors in the most effective way for the benefit of EMERGENCY UK and the wider organisation
• Ability to be flexible and work in a fast-moving environment, leading on a wide range of tasks and projects simultaneously
• A strong team player who treats colleagues with respect and courtesy at all times
• Knowledge of tax efficient giving in the UK, current data privacy legislation and other regulatory compliance issues
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience using Salesforce is desirable.

About the Role

Off The Fence is seeking a strategic, relationship-driven fundraiser to drive income growth across the most sustainable revenue streams in the UK charity sector. As Legacies, Philanthropy & Partnerships Lead, you will play a pivotal role in securing major gifts, building a strong legacy pipeline, and developing high-value partnerships that will underpin our ambitious, faith-driven10-year vision to break the cycle of social and spiritual poverty in Brighton & Hove and beyond.

This is a unique opportunity for a mission-motivated fundraiser to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, working closely with the CEO to cultivate high-net-worth donors, engage churches, and inspire long-term support through meaningful relationships and compelling storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead legacy fundraising strategy, growing a pipeline of pledged gifts and developing initiatives such as legacy campaigns and supporter recognition programmes.
• Cultivate high-net-worth individuals and donor-advised fund supporters, securing significant multi-year contributions.
• Build and strengthen church partnerships, delivering presentations and developing co-mission opportunities aligned with our faith-based values.
• Develop and steward individual donors, improving retention and creating clear pathways for increased giving.
• Deliver fundraising events and campaigns, including major events, community initiatives, and seasonal appeals.
• Develop corporate and community partnerships, generating both financial and in-kind support.
• Monitor and report on income performance, ensuring compliance and maintaining accurate CRM records.

About You

You’ll be a confident and relational fundraiser with a proven ability to grow income and build meaningful partnerships. You will bring:

• Experience in fundraising (ideally across legacies, major gifts, or HNW donors)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A strategic mindset with strong delivery capability
• A passion for social impact and transforming lives

Please note: A requirement of the role is for the post-holder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Why Join Us?

At Off The Fence, you’ll be part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation working at the frontline of social and spiritual poverty, homelessness, and social exclusion in Brighton and Hove. You’ll help shape long-term impact through innovative programmes and a bold vision for the future.

We offer:

• £30,000 salary + 7% pension contribution
• 34 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays)
• Training and development opportunities
• Mission leave for volunteering and spiritual growth
• 24/7 wellbeing support (BUPA EAP)
• The chance to make a tangible difference to over 1,000 lives each year

We are looking for an organised and proactive individual to identify new prospects (trusts, foundations, corporates and major donors) to support to the philanthropy team in their fundraising efforts.

The role will help develop and expand our prospect pipeline by identifying new opportunities and supporting the philanthropy fundraising team.

This is an exciting time to join The Christie charity as we embark on a period of transformational growth with the launch of key capital appeals enabling us to see a real step change in our income. We are looking for dynamic individuals to join our successful fundraising team at this exciting time

Director of Fundraising
Podium Analytics
London, UK
Full-Time and permanent role
Salary: range of c. £110,000 – 120,000 pa with some flexibility on this for an exceptional candidate who will swiftly be able to make a significant impact.

 Established in 2019, Podium Analytics is a charity that is creating a world with more sport, less injury.

 We were founded with the belief that, to see the full benefit of sports participation, more needs to be done to address the issue of youth and grassroots sport injury, which is an under-researched, under-resourced and often overlooked issue.  Harnessing the power of data and research, and through education, influence and advocacy, we are creating a revolution in grassroots and youth sport, making players safer and more able to enjoy the sports they love and for longer.

Our work so far has been underpinned by our founding funders and key major supporters, who believe in our unique position in the sporting world and ability to drive change.  In order for us to achieve our mission and the long-term impact that we are striving for, we need to build out and diversify our income base and have made good progress by recently establishing a Donor Advised Fund (DAF).  At this point of our growth, we are seeking a new Director of Fundraising and it will take an experienced philanthropy leader to join us and help shape the next stage of our evolution.

You will be responsible for developing growth strategies, funding opportunities and donor relationships across a diverse portfolio of income streams.  You will therefore need to bring experience of securing gifts and grants, ideally at the 6-figure level or more.  To complement our existing activity, high-value Trusts & Foundations and corporate partnership experience would be a bonus.  

A commitment to our purpose will drive you, as you establish close working relationships with our CEO, Chairman, Trustees and senior management team, to enable the successful delivery of fundraising initiatives and drive opportunities forward.  As a strategic operator with an entrepreneurial and enterprising approach to your work, your track record of actively engaging with existing and potential supporters, and in developing and implementing comprehensive income generation strategies will underpin your ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the charity.  As we are a small charity, this is a very hands-on role so you will therefore need to be comfortable with rolling up your sleeves, working in the detail without losing sight of the big picture, and navigating new or ambiguous areas with a positive and solutions-orientated mindset. 

In return, you will have the support of a highly professional senior management team and an exceptional Board who are all committed to ensuring success in our fundraising endeavours.

If this is the sort of environment you are looking for in your next career step and you thrive on organisations in growth mode, we would like to hear from you.  Please contact our recruitment partners at Richmond Associates on +44 (0)20 3617 9240 or visit their website to download further details before applying.

Closing date for applications: 09:00 UK ON FRIDAY, 26 JUNE 2026