Do you want to play a key role in an organisation which stands up for children? Join us as Philanthropy Manager and play a critical role in driving long term meaningful relationships with valued major donors, leveraging income for Save the Children's key priorities.
In our Marketing, Fundraising and Communications department, we fight for children every single day. We inspire millions of people, from individuals to large corporates, to support our quest for change. We go the extra mile - and we don't rest until the work is done.
As Philanthropy Manager you will manage a portfolio of existing donors and new prospects through a variety of personalised and creative approaches. You will proactively prospect, generating new links through peer to peer approaches and active networking, generating over 80 meetings a year. You will steward existing high value donors with excellence, understanding their motivations for giving and delivering a bespoke donor journey. Additionally you will:
- Work collaboratively and effectively within the organisation, developing positive, solution focussed relationships, taking an agile approach, working with other departments and team when required to deliver the best donor experience
- Work with the CEO's office, trustees and senior volunteers, to seek new opportunities and to help enhance or recognise our donor relationships.
To be successful you will be an excellent communicator with strong influencing and relationship-building skills, as well as at least 2 years' experience of working in a fundraising environment, preferably with a high value audience. In addition you'll have:
- Demonstrable experience of raising donations of a minimum of 10k
- The ability to collaborate & work across teams, building both strong internal and external networks
- Excellent written skills, including development of compelling communications for donors
- The ability to plan, prioritise and manage a varied and demanding workload to meet deadlines.
At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
Please note that we are open to different working arrangements and would consider flexible/part time hours for the right candidate.
If you share our belief in the power of children, join the fight. It takes relentless determination, creativity and a real commitment to real change. Because every child should be able to make their mark on their world, and help to build a better future. We look forward to hearing from you.
To apply please visit our website.
Closing date: 6th February 2020
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Philanthropy Manager (Full Time, Permanent)
[salary £30k per annum]
The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Philanthropy Manager to join the team. We want you to help us deliver this unparalleled celebration of the performing arts, which brings some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.
This is a new position in the Development Department with the main aim of raising funds from existing and new individual donors giving at the £5k level and above, as well as overseeing other philanthropic campaigns including our American Friends of the Edinburgh International Festival.
For a full job description apply online.
Closing date for applications is Friday 31st January 2020 at 12 noon.
Interviews will be held on week commencing 10th February 2020.
Funded by The City of Edinburgh Council and Creative Scotland.
Registered charity number SC004694.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The National Portrait Gallery houses a unique collection of all forms of portraiture of the people who have made or are currently contributing to British history and culture; the collection is the most comprehensive of its kind in the world. With around 2 million visitors each year and a strong national and international presence through touring exhibitions and special projects, the Gallery is one of the country’s most important and popular galleries.
Philanthropy Manager
£32,400 per annum
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Permanent contract
The National Portrait Gallery is looking for a Philanthropy Manager to lead on the recruitment and engagement of mid-level donors, oversee the delivery of a strong and engaging events programme for mid-level donors, and be a consistent presence at Patron events and other cultivation activities organised by the Gallery.
Reporting to the Head of Individual Giving, the Philanthropy Manager is responsible for securing income from and maintaining retention of the Gallery’s mid to major supporter schemes (gifts of £10,000-£100,000) including the Director’s Circle and Exhibition Supporter Groups. The post holder will identify and approach individual donors to support a range of projects and programmes at the Gallery including acquisitions, commissions, research, conservation and learning.
We are looking for ambitious candidates who have substantial fundraising or experience in a related field, preferably gained within the arts or museum sector, alongside significant experience of leading a donor/supporter-focussed events programme. They will have a successful track record of the recruiting and retaining donors through personal contact, and soliciting and securing donations in person with experience of budget management and contributing to reaching income targets.
Further information about the role as well as details of how to apply can be found below.
Closing date for returned applications is 9:00am on 27 January 2020. First round interviews will take place on 3 and 4 February 2020. Please note on your application if you are unavailable on either date.
We are committed to the employment and development of disabled people. We guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for this post. To be invited to interview/assessment, you must show in your supporting statement that you meet the minimum criteria for the role, across all essential criteria. If you tell us that you have a disability we can make reasonable adjustments at interview, and, if you join us, to your work arrangements.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to be working with MQ: Transforming mental health through research, in their search for a Philanthropy Manager. Through research, MQ is helping to create a future where mental illnesses are understood, effectively treated and one day prevented. MQ is driven by one certainty: research can transform what it means to experience mental illness, starting now and for every generation to come.
It is an exciting time to join the MQ team, as they roll out major growth plans during 2020, and rapidly increase their engagement and income generation activities underpinned by a new strategy. Major gifts sits at the heart of their fundraising, engagement and research plans and have been the main source of income for MQ.The post holder will be responsible for leading the development of their pool of major prospects and donors in order to secure philanthropic income.
To be successful, you will be an adept and skilled relationship builder with a background in securing 4/5 figure gifts from individual philanthropists and or trusts and foundations. Ambitious and creative, you will have a proactive attitude and be inspired by the work of MQ and their world class mental health research.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance and begin to prepare your supporting statement. 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 speaking with you soon.
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TPP are currently supporting a small-medium children's charity in their search for a Senior Philanthropy Manager based in London.
An opportunity to lead on Major Donor fundraising for this organisation, your position will have lots of autonomy and the chance to be creative in its approach to fundraising.
A strategic position, you will be the sole major donor fundraiser and will aim to achieve income of £100k+.
You will also line manage an experienced Trusts fundraiser and work closely with the whole fundraising team, building relationships with a mix of both warm and cold donors.
A great charity with an excellent culture and currently growing, this is a brilliant opportunity to have more ownership!
To be successful, you will have:
- Proven Major Donor fundraising experience
- Evidence of successfully securing income in excess of £100k per year
- Ability to build relationships and identify potential donors
- Ambitions to develop your career within fundraising and keen to work in a team
Closing date - ASAP
If you would be keen to apply to this role, please click apply or get in touch at [email protected] today!
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Charity People are thrilled to be working with a London based children's charity who are looking for a Senior Philanthropy Manager to increase the charity's Major Donor funding.
Job Title: Senior Philanthropy Manager
Contract: Permanent/Full time
Salary: c. £45,000
Location: London
Interviews are being held on a rolling basis
This fantastic charity focuses its attention on making a difference to the lives of children and young people in the UK, from funding specialist equipment for individual children to school and youth club facilities that can help improve lives every day.
In this role you will develop a strategy focused on both restricted and unrestricted giving, managing existing long-term relationships with Philanthropists that are crucial to the charity, as well as identifying new funding opportunities. You will work closely with the Head of Fundraising and the Fundraising team to help support the charity as a whole to achieve their overall targets. You will manage the Trust Fundraiser in the team so previous line management experience is desirable.
The ideal person will have extensive experience of Major Donor fundraising, including identifying new donors and managing existing relationships whilst being an excellent team player, have outstanding communication skills and a proven track record of growing Major Donor income in a similar role.
If you would like more information about the role, please contact [email protected] at Charity People.
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TPP are currently supporting a small-mid sized mental health charity in their search for a Philanthropy Manager based in London.
A great opportunity, your role as Philanthropy Manager will be responsible for managing a portfolio of trusts and major donors ranging from £10k-£100k!
Working with the Head of Philanthropy, you will collaborate to organise key cultivation and stewardship events, ensuring an increase in income.
A great charity with an excellent culture, this is a brilliant opportunity to have more ownership and widen your portfolio.
To be successful, you will have:
- Proven philanthropy fundraising experience
- Evidence of securing 4/5 figure plus gifts
- Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders and keep them engaged with the charity
- Ambitions to develop your career within fundraising and keen to work in a team
Closing date - ASAP
If you would be keen to apply to this role, please click apply or get in touch at [email protected] today!
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An exciting role for an experienced trusts fundraiser who wants a role focused on relationship development.
As Senior Philanthropy Manager you will be responsible for a large and exciting portfolio of existing and prospective funders, adopting a relational approach to trusts fundraising. You will line manage one Philanthropy Manager, supporting their professional development and acting as an effective mentor.
You will have responsibility for the organisation’s largest and most exciting trusts relationships, focused on exceptional stewardship and adopting a major donor style of fundraising to ensure their continued engagement.
With a strong pipeline of prospects you will work closely with internal teams to identify new links and proactively network and build relationships with potential funders.
As Senior Philanthropy Manager you will:
- be an experienced trusts fundraiser with six-figure experience
- have line management expertise and the ability to effectively lead and mentor line reports
- have a strong flair for writing but with the desire to work in a relational way with funders, building solid long-term relationships
Flexible working opportunities. Please get in touch for further information.
To apply for this role, please click Apply with Charityjob to submit your CV to Naomi Carruthers 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.
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This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional Senior Philanthropy Manager to be solely responsible for raising the annual income target from Major Donors for a well loved childrens charity. This is a real opportunity to shape and grow this area of income for the charity.
The Role
Develop the strategy for generating income for Major Donors maintaining and developing the pipeline and regularly reporting on progress and future planning.
Conduct thorough research of current, former and potential donors
Maintain outstanding levels of donor service
Maximise the potential of existing events programme for fundraising and donor cultivation purpose
Work with the Events Managers to develop HNWI receptions, dinners and events to develop relationships with new existing supporters.
Encourage and advise Regional Fundraisers to develop Major Donor relationships or to refer Philanthropists in their area
Agree the coordination of these relationships on a case by case basis and ensure clarity action.
The Candidate
Experienced and successful Major Donor Fundraiser with experience in a similar role.
Proven track record of significantly growing Major Donor income, managing income in excess of 100k annually.
Proven track record of prospect research, identifying donors who may have an interest in helping.
Exceptional research, administrative and both written and verbal communications skill.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Prospectus is proud to be partnering exclusively with the Science Museum Group to recruit their Senior Philanthropy Manager for the Museum in London. The Science Museum is underway with an ambitious organisational strategy that runs until 2030 with one of its key strategic priorities being a step change in income generation. As the UK's leading centre of science engagement with over 3 million visitors annually, it is also the most visited museum by school groups in the UK. The Science Museum is the vehicle to inspire future generations of scientists and engineers from every background.
Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, the Senior Philanthropy Manager will play a key role in the growth of the major gifts programme and will focus on increasing strategic engagement with individuals that have the capacity to make 6-figure+ donations. An integral element of the role will be line management of the two Philanthropy Managers and maintaining excellent stewardship of existing funders with clear and bespoke cultivation and communication plans.
The selected candidate will be an established fundraiser with strong experience in major gifts fundraising, as well as writing and delivering compelling pitches and proposals. Adept at building and growing successful relationships you will be keen to shape the team's ongoing strategy and deliver the fundraising income required.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance and begin to prepare your supporting statement. 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 speaking with you soon.
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Able Child Africa works with partner organisations in Africa to protect, educate and empower children with disabilities so they are able to fulfil their potential.
We are a small, dynamic charity, entrepreneurial in style and collaborative in process. We are values led, passionate about our partner approach and driven by the beneficiaries of our work. We are in a great position, demonstrating consistent growth over the last 5 years and have just completed a full re-brand of the organisation. We are ready to use this new look and strong messaging to grow our supporter base and increase our income.
We are looking for a passionate, dynamic and motivated individual to come and join us to lead our philanthropy and partnerships fundraising activities; cultivating corporate and major donor giving, building new partnerships and devising new creative strategies for engagement.
We understand the need for time to see a return on the investment in this position. That is why we have a fundraising plan in place for 2020/21, with a series of events planned that will allow us to deliver our fundraising targets and allow time to plan for the future.
You will come in to deliver our planned income activities for the first year, overseeing our existing fundraising events and partnerships. This will allow time to develop networks and opportunities before you go on to help build and deliver Able Child Africa’s long term fundraising strategy and transform our income portfolio.
You will bring your skills in relationship management from whatever experience you have acquired and use it to build a sustainable income stream for a values driven organisation. You might have 3-5 years’ experience of securing unrestricted income from high net worth individuals or corporate partners. Equally, you might have transferable skills and experience from other roles in other sectors. Or you may also be ready to step up from your current role and keen to show us you are ready for the challenge.
Working closely with our small team (one direct line management report), you will have the opportunity to be involved in the running of a small organisation, reporting directly to the CEO and inputting into the Resources Sub-Committee of our Board. This is a great opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities, contributing to the strategic direction of an organisation.
This is a great place to work. We work hard for what we believe in, but create an enjoyable, flexible and accessible working environment to ensure you enjoy what you do and have a good work-life balance, caring about your mental health. So if this sounds like something you are interested in, then come and join us on our journey.
Salary: £37,000 to £40,000
Pension: Matching contribution to your private pension up to 5% of gross salary
Leave: 25 days annual leave per year (plus 3 days off between Christmas and New Year)
We are advertising the role as full-time but if you are looking for something more flexible then get in touch as we are open to other arrangements.
To apply send your CV and a Cover Letter (two sides of A4) that covers the key competencies, explains your suitability for the role and why you want to work for us by midnight on Thursday 30 January, 2020.
If you would like to discuss the role further then call our office and someone will be able to answer your questions.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Prospectus is excited to be supporting Amnesty International UK (AIUK) in their search for a new Philanthropy Lead to join their incredible team as they raise funds to tackle global human rights challenges.
The organisation's aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, they campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever it is denied.
As the Philanthropy Lead, you will play a crucial role within the Major Gifts fundraising team. You will build relationships with high net worth supporters, bring in five and six figure gifts for AIUK and support the continuous development of the organisations philanthropy programme. Whether you are identifying key cultivation opportunities, coordinating major donor events or devising strategies for prospective donors, you'll do so knowing you are helping crucial campaigns every step of the way.
AIUK are looking for an ambitious, intuitive and highly motivated fundraiser, with the confidence to work with individuals at all levels of seniority.You will have previous experience of managing high value relationships and have excellent communication skills. Most of all, you will be passionate about growing donor relationships to help Amnesty International achieve its aims and objectives.
The organisation are able to offer flexible working among other benefits. Please be in touch with us at Prospectus to explore this opportunity further.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance and begin to prepare your supporting statement. 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 speaking with you soon.
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Join Amnesty International UK (AIUK) and help achieve ambitious and growing income targets for our life-changing work. Amnesty International leads the way in tackling global human rights challenges, but we’re needed now more than ever. Join us in this role and play a vital part in making a real difference.
About the role
As the Philanthropy Lead, you’ll play a crucial role within the Major Gifts Fundraising team. You will build relationships with high net worth supporters, bring in significant (five and six figure) gifts for Amnesty International UK and support the continuous development of AIUKs philanthropy programme. Whether you’re identifying key cultivation opportunities, coordinating major donor events or devising strategies for prospective donors, you’ll do so knowing you are helping our campaigns every step of the way.
About you
You are an ambitious, intuitive and highly motivated fundraiser, with the confidence to work with individuals at all levels of seniority. You will have previous experience of managing high value relationships and have excellent communication skills. Most of all, you will be passionate about growing donor relationships to help Amnesty International achieve its aims and objectives.
About us
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they are denied. Already our network of over seven million people is making a difference in almost every country in the world. Whether we are applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we are all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are enjoyed by all.
Apply for this role
For further details about the role please click the 'apply' button. To apply, please complete an application form before midday on Thursday 30 January 2020.
Interviews will be held at our Shoreditch office on Friday 14 February 2020.
Amnesty International values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Applications for flexible working will be considered.
Please note that to be considered for this role, candidates must be able to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK.
As the Philanthropy Lead, youll play a crucial role within the Major Gifts Fundraising team for a leading human rights charity.
The Charity A leading human rights charity with an incredible brand. The team offer a supportive, collaborative environment with good flexi working options.
The Role
To manage a portfolio of major donors and individual prospects to result in gifts of 2,500 up to six figure gifts.
To co-ordinate and manage exciting stewardship and cultivation events throughout the year.
To work with the Philanthropy Team Manager and the Prospect Researcher to manage the prospect development programme and the movement of donors and prospects between this programme and the Major Donor team.
To identify key cultivation opportunities offered by other teams and departments across the movement for major donors and prospects throughout the year and ensure they are included in the overall strategy.
To coordinate with the Supporter Care team and Finance team on identifying major donor income, data segmentation and strategic issues, with regard to the management of major donors.
The Candidate
An energetic, entrepreneurial Major Gifts fundraiser looking for their next step.
Experience of major donor fundraising and raising 5 figures gifts, from high net worth individuals.
Experience of managing or undertaking effective prospect research.
Experience of managing, or supporting, high net worth events and coordinating colleagues and volunteers.
Experience of briefing senior level colleagues and engaging them in a major donor programme.
IMPORTANT NOTE
This role closes on 30th January, please get in touch ASAP to discuss.
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Philanthropy Manager to lead and implement an effective fundraising strategy from trusts and foundations to grow income over time.
The Charity
Fighting for a life unlimited for everyone affected by this condition
The Role
Develop annual plans and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the trust team
Lead and provide support for key relationships with trust and grant-making bodies
Secure five and six-figure funding and forging multi-year relationships, using senior support as appropriate.
Line manage, motivate and develop the Philanthropy Manager - Trusts
Write high quality proposals which attract significant funding
Deliver exceptional stewardship, including personalised cultivation plans and high-quality reporting about projects and the impact achieved.
The Candidate
Significant experience of senior level trust and foundations fundraising, with proven success in securing five and/or six-figure gifts.
Experience of planning and developing strategies for trust fundraising.
Experience of budget management.
Ability to build strong relationships, motivate and inspire others to support financially.
Evidence of working with senior staff and volunteers to support fundraising.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.