Philanthropy Officer

About Us 

​Established in 2002, Greenhouse Sports charity is leading the fight for a future where young people are supported and empowered, whatever their challenges, through sport. We coach and mentor young people from deprived backgrounds because the crisis for children living in deprivation is real and it is urgent. Children from the poorest families are 3 times more likely to not participate in any extra-curricular activities compared to those from wealthier families and they lack many opportunities that are available to their wealthier peers.​

We have an exciting opportunity to join a mission driven Sport for Development charity that makes a real difference. We are also a great place to work and are proud to be a winner of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work awards for 2024, in the medium category. ​

The Person​

4.3 million children are growing up in poverty right now across the UK, and that number is only set to rise. ​

Are you passionate about bringing them opportunities to achieve better results, better jobs and better futures? Are you highly ambitious with a track record or interest in building significant philanthropic partnerships? And are you ready for the next step in your career, collaborating with a highly skilled, ambitious Fundraising Team and leading your own portfolio to advance our established Philanthropy programme that will enable thousands more young people to fulfil their potential over the next 3 years? ​

If the answer is yes, then our Philanthropy Officer role might be for you, so read on. ​

The Role​

This is an exciting opportunity to join our ambitious Philanthropy team in a newly created role if you have experience or interest in grants management, fundraising or a relationship-based role. Previous experience working in the charity sector isn't essential and we're happy to hear from candidates from various sectors who are driven by impactful writing, building strong relationships, and passionate about making positive changes in young people's lives. ​

A flexible approach with a mix of home and office working-our offices are based in the heart of Marylebone, London. ​​

​Application Deadline: Friday 23 August at 23:59 hrs. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. ​

Please ensure you have provided both your CV and Cover Letter to support your application. ​​

Greenhouse Sports is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore applicants must be willing to undergo child protection training and screening including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and obtaining satisfactory references from past employers.