At a pivotal moment in AfriKids’ history, join us to take our philanthropy fundraising to
the next level. We have a bold strategy to reach more children than ever over the next
decade and you can lead on the philanthropy plans to make it possible.

As a crucial member of our UK fundraising team, you will develop and deliver our
philanthropy funding strategy, managing and developing excellent relationships with
a portfolio of existing and potential major donors, designing effective ways to engage,
inspire and approach people to support AfriKids with a major gift to transform lives, and
ensuring all donors have a brilliant experience supporting AfriKids.

Joining our small but award-winning team, you will work closely with the Director of
Fundraising, existing Philanthropy Manager (due to go on maternity leave end of April
2019, returning April 2020) and the team in Ghana, so strong relationship management
skills will be essential. You are a values-driven, confident and determined fundraiser who
thrives in a people orientated, target driven role.

Summary of role

As Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of AfriKids’ philanthropy
fundraising plan; to secure funding for our projects, core costs and future innovation and growth. Over the next
year, in line with a new organisational strategy, you will diversify and grow our philanthropy funding portfolio by
building and strengthening the existing pipeline.

Key responsibilities and duties

Managing relationships with prospects, donors and volunteers

• Through meetings and correspondence, you will develop excellent relationships with existing major donors, communicating the impact of their support and keeping them engaged to maximise the value of AfriKids’ major donor income long-term
• You will recruit, manage and support well connected, influential volunteers who will proactively fundraise through peer-to-peer fundraising, and make introductions from within their networks
• Where appropriate, you will involve AfriKids’ senior staff and the Board of Trustees to make the most of opportunities to engage and build relationships with existing and potential major donors
• You will create and develop inspiring and compelling funding proposals, feedback and impact report for major donors, ensuring they understand the impact of their gifts and are inspired to continue supporting

Securing donations

• You will come up with great ideas for how to effectively build relationships, and engage and inspire people to support AfriKids with major gifts
• You will manage a portfolio of both current and potential new major donors, to secure four to six figure donations and pledges to transform lives, delivering against an ambitious team target
• You will ask major donors for financial gifts and engage appropriate senior leadership to increase the likelihood of a successful ask
• Through relationship building, you will understand the motivations of each existing and potential new major donor, identifying the most suitable projects for them to support (where appropriate), enhancing their long-term value and experience as an AfriKids supporter
• You will manage and develop an exciting mid-value fundraising programme (gifts of £1,000 to £5,000), exploring ways to maximise engagement and grow the number of supporters in this area

Identifying new major supporters

• You will build and develop a pool of realistic major donor prospects who have the potential to make a big difference to young lives with AfriKids
• You will work closely with current major donors and volunteers to identify potential new donors, and come up with effective plans to engage them and bring in new major gifts
• You will identify potential new high-value donors through networking e.g. attending events
• You will manage a number of transformational products and initiatives to engage and raise funds from new major donors (giving circle, development board and events)

The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the only UK-wide charity making a daily difference to the lives of people with cystic fibrosis, and those who care for them. We invest in cutting-edge research, drive up standards of clinical care, offer support for everyone affected by cystic fibrosis, and campaign hard on the issues that matter.

Cystic fibrosis is chronically misunderstood, kills thousands worldwide and is carried unknowingly in the genes of millions. We’re here to beat it.

Putting people with cystic fibrosis at the centre of everything we do is key to helping us beat the condition for good, and doing this is a challenge that you’ll relish.

Sitting within the Philanthropy Team, you will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy and manage the Philanthropy Manager (Trusts) to deliver ambitious growth through delivery of income from charitable trusts and foundations. You will have experience of securing five and six figure gifts, liaising externally and internally at all levels and working with a broad portfolio of funders. There is huge scope for growth within this area, and you will be target oriented, while able to retain sight of the big picture.

Closing date for completed applications will be Monday 2 December 2019 at 5pm.

Interviews will take place 10 December 2019.

Philanthropy Manager  

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Permanent, full-time

Based in London

Working with the Director of Philanthropy and the Philanthropy Team, you will work creatively to devise and lead new fundraising initiatives/events that form an integral part of Young Enterprise’s fundraising strategy. 

Your work will contribute to an annual budget of £3.3m and raise income from entrepreneurs, company founders and philanthropists, utilising your personal and income generating skills.

The successful candidate will have a track record of generating personal income of £200 - £300k annually. You will be experienced in engaging senior business leaders and entrepreneurs and demonstrate an ability to pitch and negotiate. A tenacious self-starter and can-do attitude are essential to enthuse existing and prospective supporters.  You will be proactive and innovative in your approach to prospect for new donors and build your own pipeline. You will have strong organisational skills, experience of managing a pipeline of prospective funders and be confident in accurate income forecasting.

Full details can be found in the attached Job Description.

If this role appeals to you, and you meet the necessary criteria, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your current CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) as soon as possible.  Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.  Interviews will take place on an ongoing basis until the vacancy is filled.

Charity People are excited to be partnering with this prestigious London-based cultural institution to search for an experienced Philanthropy Manager (major gifts) with a passion for the arts.

Role: Philanthropy Manager
Organisation: Arts & Culture Charity
Salary: £35,000 -£38,000, dependent on experience
Employment Term: Permanent
Location: London
Closing date: Monday 9 December 2019
Required: CV and Cover Letter

This arts organisation works to bring world-class performances to as many people as possible; delighting them with the traditional and inspiring them with the new. It is an ambitious and passionate institution, currently undergoing an exciting period of growth, in size as well as in artistic output and reputation.

As Philanthropy Manager you will build relationships with to the organisation's major donor supporters and work closely with the Head of Philanthropy to build the major donor pipeline.

Your role will be integral to the development of creative approaches to help achieve (and exceed) income targets, deliver objectives and provide excellent, engaging stewardship to funders. You will have specific responsibility to expand the charity's major donor base with particular emphasis on securing new gifts of £20k and above and cultivating existing donors with the capacity to increase their gifts.

We are looking for a driven and capable candidate experienced in writing and creating successful funding proposals with accurate budgets, for 5 and 6 figure bids. You will have a thorough knowledge of the major donor fundraising landscape and experience of cultivating supporters and securing Major Gifts.

You will be a confident communicator, apt at building relationships, with a positive attitude and a love for the arts. Additional working may be required away from the office by attending events and venues in London and the regions.

Deadline for applications is 9 December 2019
First interviews will be held w/c 9 December
Second interviews scheduled for w/c 16 December

I CAN is looking for an exceptional Philanthropy Manager to support our fundraising team. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy and a key part of the team, the new Philanthropy Manager will develop and manage a portfolio of donors, significantly improving our performance in building long term engaging relationships and raising funds.

We are keen to hear from you if you have:

• Significant experience of building and managing personal relationships with high net worth individuals and/or senior stake holders and/or influential individuals.
• Implementation experience of the principles of major gift fundraising, including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major donors or equivalent experience in a commercial organisation.
• Experience networking with, and influencing, senior people both internally and externally in order to achieve pre-defined outcomes.

I CAN, the UK’s leading children’s communication charity, has an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children in the UK.

I CAN believes that language is a fundamental life skill, essential for learning. Good language at age five is the single most important factor in helping children escape poverty. 10% of children in the UK have long-term persistent speech, language and communication needs, I CAN is determined to lead on raising the profile of this issue.

Through its training programmes, interventions and specialist schools, I CAN provides critical support to children of all ages and the children’s workforce. Thousands of nurseries and schools benefit from its evidence-based programmes. I CAN itself runs two special schools for children and young people with the most complex communication needs. 

I CAN has ambitious plans for growth over the next three years and needs to grow its voluntary fundraising income to allow the charity to develop pioneering new approaches in supporting children who have trouble communicating.

If this sounds interesting please apply with your CV and a supporting statement on how to meet the criteria for the role. Interviews will be held on 16th and 17th December.  

I CAN is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and the safeguarding and welfare of children. We carry out the appropriate vetting and verifications on all staff and this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

Philanthropy Manager, joining a charity who support young people and their future employability through specialist programmes in Central London.

The team are excited about the year ahead and the number of opportunities there are to engage with new prospects. With a great calendar of events and an excellent portfolio of programmes, support is continuously increasing.

Working with the Director of Philanthropy, you will lead on developing and building strong and long-lasting relationships with a range of high-profile individuals, philanthropist, entrepreneurs and company founders, focused on building income and meeting fundraising targets.

The team are extremely supportive and encourage a culture of cross-team working and creative ways to enhance the opportunity for further growth.

Our client is looking for an experienced Major Donor Fundraiser who has a track record of generating personal income.

• You will be a self-starter with a can-do attitude, able to enthuse existing and prospective supporters to engage with the charity.
• Have a proactive and innovative approach to establishing new prospect and building your own pipeline.
• Be experienced in engaging senior business leaders and entrepreneurs and demonstrate an ability to pitch and negotiate.
• You will have strong organisational skills, the experience of managing a pipeline of prospective funders and be confident inaccurate income forecasting.

Charity People are excited to be partnering with a prestigious London-based Cultural Institution to search for a Philanthropy Manager (Trusts) who will be able to support the Charity's vision and development strategy and grow their philanthropic support.

Role: Philanthropy Manager (Trusts)
Organisation: Arts & Culture Charity
Salary: £35,000 -£38,000, dependent on experience
Employment Term: Permanent
Location: London
Closing date: Monday 9th December 2019
Required: CV and Cover Letter

This enriching organisation works to bring world-class performances to as many people as possible; delighting them with the traditional and inspiring them with the new. It is an ambitious and passionate institution, currently undergoing an exciting period of growth, in size as well as in artistic output and reputation.

As Philanthropy Manager you will provide account management to the organisation's Trust supporters and work closely with the Head of Philanthropy to drive new business and build the pipeline of Trusts and Philanthropists. You role will be integral to the development of creative approaches to help achieve (and exceed) income targets, deliver objectives and provide excellent, engaging stewardship to funders. You will be responsible for securing a personal target of over £350k each financial year from trusts, foundations and public funding organisations, and build relationships with High Net Worth Individuals and funding organisations that can support the Company in a significant way and in the longer-term.

We are looking for driven and capable candidates experienced in writing and creating successful funding applications with accurate budgets, for 5 and 6 figure bids. You will have a thorough knowledge of grant-making trusts and foundations, livery companies and public funding bodies, their funding criteria and how they operate. The successful applicant will be a confident communicator, apt at building relationships, with a positive attitude and a love for the arts. Additional working may be required away from the office by attending events and venues in London and the regions.

If you would like to apply, please send your CV to [email protected] today!

Interviews are looking to be help on w/c 9th December with second interview taking place w/c 16 December.

We're looking for an experienced and self-assured major gifts fundraiser to join the fundraising team at a women's charity in central London.

As Philanthropy Manager you will be responsible for generating income from major donors, as well as corporate partners; this is a varied, interesting role working within a dedicated team.

Key responsibilities within the role will include:

• Initiate, develop, and steward relationships to maximise gifts from High Net Worth Individuals and corporate partners
• Oversee and develop a prospect research strategy to ensure that prospect management systems are used effectively
• Work closely across the charity to maximise opportunities for high value audiences from events and initiatives

The charity is really keen to see applications from individuals with the following experience:

• A proven creative commercial approach to income generation activities backed up with a strong understanding of the major donor philanthropy and corporate markets
• Evidence of a range of innovative ideas and thinking related to income generation that complements and extends beyond traditional fundraising
• Experience of working successfully at both a hands on and strategic level, with evidence of ability to think and act strategically
• Good planning and budgeting experience
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills

Our client is reviewing CVs on a rolling basis, so please get in touch asap to avoid disappointment.

Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations)

Salary: Circa £37,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Contract length: Permanent

Location: Stratford, London

Working Hours: 35 per week

Please note that we will be shortlisting on an ongoing basis, so please don't hesitate to submit your application.

Due to our growing team and ambitions, we are looking for a Philanthropy Manager to develop and manage a portfolio of prospective and existing trusts and foundations. Through managing this portfolio, you'll be responsible for securing gifts of £10,000 upwards, whilst managing our mailing programme for mid-value trusts and foundations

To do this, you will build your portfolio through driving research in to trust and foundations and developing your own cold acquisition plans. You will also cultivate and steward relationships with existing and new supporters, with the aim of bringing them closer to the organisation by considering a range of research projects, events and opportunities to maximise how our donors can add value to CRUK. You will also...

• Develop and implement tailored engagement and cultivation strategies to make approaches to prospective trusts
• Manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors - to secure five to six figure donations and multi-year- pledges
• Be responsible for delivering our two mailing programmes seeking gifts from small and mid-value trusts and foundations

It's cancers turn to be afraid. Cancer Research UK is leading pioneering, life-saving research and our long-term ambition is to bring forward the day when all cancers are cured. Every step we make towards beating cancer relies on every pound, every hour and every person, and our 3,500 people work relentlessly every day towards this goal.

To help us achieve this goal, we are growing are successful hub of trust fundraising specialists to increase our income in this area and support CRUKs ambition of 3 in 4 people surviving cancer by 2034.

The successful candidate will...

• Have a working knowledge of the principals of trust fundraising and experience of delivering four and five figure gifts.
• Be performance driven and have strong experience of working towards and exceeding targets
• Be a strong influencer and a great networker
• Be an inspirational communicator - both written and oral
• Have intellectual curiosity to understand complex scientific areas of research, and the ability to communicate this in an engaging way with supporters.

This is an exciting time to be joining our team and the role will give you the opportunity to lead on trust fundraising from a number of regions across the UK including travel to Scotland and the potential for overseas travel too.

Experience fundraising across these sectors and locations is welcomed.

If this sounds like you or you would like to hear more about these opportunities do not hesitate to get in touch.

Closing date: Ongoing

Please see the following link for a full candidate pack:

Philanthropy Manager (Giving Clubs)

£35,000pa

Living Planet Centre, Woking (20 minutes from Clapham Junction)

Flexible working possible

If you understand the urgent need to restore nature and have successfully managed a giving club or planned giving programme, the role of Philanthropy Manager (Giving Clubs) may be the perfect opportunity for you.

This is an exciting new position in the world’s leading independent conservation organisation focused on maximising the vast, yet mostly untapped, potential of environmental philanthropy at a time when it is needed more than ever.

Your role will be to establish a high-value giving programme to grow mid-level philanthropy for two of our strategic priorities: ‘Thriving Habitats and Species’ and ‘Climate Change and Polar Regions’. We will look to you to create an integrated annual programme of print, digital materials and events to engage donors. You will also manage a small portfolio of donors to build a strong pipeline to major giving.

To play your part in saving our planet, you will have successfully managed a giving club or planned giving programme. As an accomplished project manager, you will use insight to develop new products to grow the programme. You will also be a creative and strategic thinker with excellent communication and influencing skills. And lastly, you will be the type of person who thrives in a fast-paced, high performing environment and can quickly and decisively respond to shifting requirements.

How to Apply

If you have the skills and passion to help us build a movement in defence of nature, please click on the link and apply via our website. Complete the online registration and submit a copy of your up to date CV with cover letter highlighting what makes you a good fit for us.

At WWF-UK we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits to encourage a work life balance.

Our world needs you like never before. We are the first generation to know we are destroying the world and we could be the last that can do anything about it. We’re looking for people who are passionate about making it politically, socially and economically unacceptable to destroy our planet’s natural resources. We need you to join us in the fight for our world.

Closing Date: 24th November 2019

We are currently recruiting for a Major Donor Philanthropy Manager for a leading Women’s health charity. This well-established charity has been saving lives through research and medical advancements for over 55 years.

You will have autonomy to instigate, cultivate and steward relationships to maximise gifts from High Net Worth Individuals and Corporates. You will also oversee and develop a prospect research strategy. This is a really exciting role, in an organisation that is ready to give you a great platform to make major giving very successful.

Your demonstrable experience will be as follows;

• A proven creative commercial approach to income generation activities with a strong understanding of the major donor philanthropy market.


• Evidence of a range of innovative ideas and thinking related to income generation.


• Experience of working successfully at both a hands on and strategic level.

Closing date: asap

Salary: 37-43k

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call me on 020 30 062787 or email [email protected].

Lead major donor development at this fantastic youth education charity.​

With their soon to be launched three year plan, this children’s charity is positioning itself at the forefront of the speech, language and communication community, developing further projects to help reach more children than ever before.

The Principle Philanthropy Manager will join a team of seven, led by the Director of Philanthropy, split across trust, statutory, major donor and corporate streams with a whole team target of c.£1m.

This role will be vital in bringing the charity’s ambitious three year plan to life, helping to make major donor funding this charity’s largest income stream, with a potential target for the next financial year of £400,000.

Job specification

This charity need a Philanthropy Manager to drive philanthropic giving by:

• leading this developing income stream, raising a personal target of c.£400,000
• continuing face to face and relational development of a new portfolio of c. 20 individuals, securing continued mid and low level giving and bringing on new, high level support
• growing and developing processes and systems alongside the SMT to help push MD giving into an exciting new phase
• working closely with internal and external stakeholders, leading on seamless site visits, engagement events and new donor propositions.

Person specification

The position would best suit:

• an autonomous, experienced Major Donor fundraiser that takes a holistic approach to philanthropy
• a externally focused relationship builder able to nurture an income stream still in its infancy whilst delivering new partnerships that lead to continued growth (50:50 split between new business and portfolio management)
• a proactive and confident team player, looking to work in a fast paced, high profile charity that is undergoing an exciting time of change.

Flexible working offered. Applications close Friday 6 December.

To apply for this role, please click Apply with Charityjob to submit your CV to Sarah Bowie at QuarterFive Fundraising Recruitment. If your experience is a good fit, we will send you a job description and arrange a briefing call or meeting that will provide you with all the information required to formally apply. QuarterFive aims to proactively support your job search, so we may also consider your details for other job vacancies to enable us to find a position that is most suitable for you.

Philanthropy Manager (Manchester)

Salary: £35,000 to £42,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Contract length: Permanent

Location: Home-based in Greater Manchester & North West

Working Hours: 35 per week, however part-time and flexible working options available. We appreciate not everyone has the same working needs, therefore please advise of your preferred working pattern within your application.

Closing date: Ongoing

Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing for this role on an ongoing basis, so early application is encouraged to avoid disappointment.

In this role you will manage a portfolio of and develop relationships with prospective major donors and trusts in a way that will increase the likelihood and value of a major gift.

To do this you will steward relationships, bringing them closer to the organisation, considering a range of research projects, events and opportunities to identify and maximise how our donors can add value to CRUK as well as...

• Recruit, manage and support senior volunteers
• Develop and implement engagement and cultivation strategies
• Manage a portfolio of current and prospective major donors - to secure 4 or 5 figure donations and pledges
• Identify potential new prospects by attending networking events

You may have a working knowledge of the principals of major gift fundraising or sales but you will:

• Have a track record of fundraising from high net worth individuals or charitable trusts
• Be performance driven and enjoy working in a target driven environment
• Be a strong influencer and a great networker
• An inspirational communicator - both written and oral

If this sounds like you or you would like to hear more about these opportunities do not hesitate to get in touch.

Please see the following link for a full candidate pack:

Jamie's Farm exists to transform the lives of vulnerable children by providing our unique combination of ‘farming, family, therapy & legacy’. The last few years have seen transformational growth for the charity, having expanded onto a second farm in Hereford in 2014, a third farm in Monmouth in 2018 and a fourth farm in Lewes 2019. We are now seeking a passionate and professional individual to play a key role in our small but dynamic fundraising team, strategically driving forward philanthropic gifts and legacy giving - leading on the day to day of fundraising from individuals. This is an exciting opportunity within a unique charity to significantly grow these income streams from their current base of around £300,000 a year. We are hopeful to find an experienced fundraiser who can support with ideas on how to grow our lower-level individual giving programme and regular donations too.

You will work closely with our CEO, Heads of Fundraising and the SLT as well as our fundraising team including a regional Fundraising Manager based at our Lewes Farm, a Fundraising Manager based at HQ and a Fundraising & Events Assistant, also based at HQ. For the right candidate, there is potential for this role to take on more of a leadership role within our existing team too. The income the fundraising team look after is diverse and includes gifts from trusts, corporates, events and individuals. This role will help Jamie’s Farm to raise the vital funds needed from voluntary income from individuals, the growth of which is paramount to our fundraising strategy.

About Jamie’s Farm  

Jamie’s Farm helps children to flourish at home, in education and in the community through an intensive week-long immersion in rural life. We provide young people with a tailored range of activities designed to offer each an opportunity for achievement, as well as a supportive family environment that encourages them to push themselves out of their comfort zone. Our therapeutic input makes use of individual and group sessions to allow pupils to reflect on their lives on the farm and back home, in order to draw out tangible strategies for improvements to be realised when they return. By working with teachers and committing to follow up visits in school, we aim to make changes catalysed by Jamie’s Farm last; internal and external evaluation has proven this so.

The initial spark for the charity came from Jamie Feilden, who was teaching in a Croydon comprehensive school when he began taking inner-city pupils back to his home farm in Wiltshire. Ten years on, we are now on track to welcome 2,000 young people each year to our farms. This represents a significant proportion of the 30,500 vulnerable young people who are most in need of our intervention. Consequently, we would be significantly contributing to tackling the grave problem of social and academic exclusion on a national scale.

Main Responsibilities

• Grow our pipeline of mid to high level givers, securing new multi-year gifts to help with the financial sustainability of the charity, always thinking beyond the current financial year;
• Continue the stewardship of a small number of major donor relationships who give to Jamie’s Farm upholding our high standards of donor care;
• Contribute to the development of effective cases for support and wider fundraising materials to ensure integration of core messaging and strategic objectives;
• Lead on legacy giving by developing and delivering a strategy to grow this for Jamie’s Farm;
• Lead on planning, implementation and follow-up of ‘touch points’ and a couple of small donor events aimed at widening our network of supporters;
• Make this income stream your own, working closely with internal and external stakeholders;
• Attend networking events to proactively grow our network of supporters;
• Manage the database records, finance detail, gift aid, thank yous and communication with relationships you manage (with support from our fundraising assistant);
• Support our Fundraising Assistant with the management and growth of lower-level regular gifts;
• Occasional evening and weekend work to attend events will be required as well as travel to our other farm sites.

Benefits & Pay

• £29,000 - £38,000 pro rata depending on experience (with 6 month probationary period);
• All lunch meals provided and shared with our friendly team;
• Generous holiday entitlement (39 days pro rata, this includes bank holidays);
• Be part of a welcoming, vibrant team located on a beautiful Cotswold farm just outside of Bath; 
• Contribute to the growth of a dynamic, values-driven organisation. 

Person Specification

• 3 years+ experience of working in a fundraising team (essential);
• Demonstratable experience in target driven roles, especially in securing significant major gifts (essential);
• Good IT proficiency (Microsoft) and experience of using a fundraising database (essential);
• Understanding of compliance with fundraising regulations and Charity Commission (desirable);
• Experience writing strategy (desirable);
• Experience in managing or supporting an individual giving programme for lower-level gifts (desirable);
• Clean driving licence and access to a car (essential).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Exceptional communication (spoken, written and face to face), teamwork and organisational skills;
• Confidence in liaising with a range of internal and external stakeholders to build relationships;
• Good attention to detail in all aspects of work, but particularly able to write engaging and high standard funding proposals, manage multiple relationships and is familiar with financial reporting requirements within a fundraising role;
• Enthusiasm to support a medium sized but national children’s charity in a rural setting with flexibility for travel and occasional evening and weekend work;
• Ability to contribute to wider vision, strategy and goals of an ambitious, professional and unique charity.

How to apply: please check our website for details on where to send your CV and covering letter (2 sides). Your covering letter should explain your relevant experience, how you meet the requirements of the role and person specification, if you are interested in part-time or full-time and what motivated you to apply for this role. 

Closing date: 9am Friday 6th December;

Interviews at Jamie’s Farm Bath: 11th December

Start date: Flexible in January - February 

Due to the nature of our work with young people, on acceptance of offer all Jamie's Farm employees are subject to an enhanced DBS check in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy.