Senior Major Gifts Manager

“There’s no doubt the North West Air Ambulance Charity saved my life. Without the care they provided so quickly at the scene, before airlifting me to the Royal Preston Hospital, it’s unlikely I would have survived.”

Do you want to form part of the passionate and talented team that raise funds to keep this life saving service running? We would love to hear from you! This hugely reputable and remarkable charity provides the enhanced pre-hospital care needed to make a lifesaving difference and quite simply brings the hospital to the patient, regardless of their location across the North West!

The Role 

We are looking for a passionate Major Donor Fundraiser to join the hugely successful and vibrant team at NWAA. Duties will include: 

• Managing and developing a strong portfolio of prospects and supporters, including prospective donors for future sustainable growth.
• Implementing strategic partnerships to promote NWAA’s objectives to major donors.
• Generating significant income from individual donors and developing relationships through stewardship and cultivation events for major donors.   
• Leading a research strategy to identify cold prospects within the region

The Person 

We are looking for an experienced Major Gifts Fundraiser who has experience of working on capital appeals. You should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver and develop strong networks in the North West. You will should be ablept to meet multiple deadlines with ease and be skilled at . A skilled researching,her with attention to detail and excellent proof-reading skills. 

The team at NWAA is full of passionate people wanting to save lives across the North West, so you should be enthusiastic about the work of the charity and excited by the future of growth that lies ahead!

Why NWAA?

NWAA is a hugely reputable and widely recognised charity brand within the North West. Not only does the charity impact the region so positively, but it is also an incredibly supportive, collaborative and fun team to be a part of. This role offers the opportunity to build a career within the charity and there will be huge scope to learn and grow in this role. On top of this, the charity’s benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave and bank holidays
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Life Assurance 
• Cash Back Scheme which includes cash back for dental treatment and a range of medical treatments as well as staff discounts with a range of retailers 
• 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance helpline
• 6% Employer Contribution to pension
• Extra days holiday for length of service
• On-site parking
• Holiday buy back scheme
• Blue Light Card

If this sounds like the type of environment that would suit you for the next phase of your career, then get in touch! The role is permanent & full-time and offers the opportunity to work flexibly from home and across the North West. Please note you must have a driving licence and access to your own vehicle for this role.

If you think you could be the right person to fulfil the exciting responsibilities of this role, apply here, or get in contact with Charlie or Leanne at Charity Horizons for more information.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Charlie or Leanne 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.