Philanthropy Programme Director
Harris Hill are thrilled to be working with a leading Children’s charity in their search for a brand new Philanthropy Programme Director. This is an integral role leads the Philanthropy team which delivers 40% of the charities income. This role will ensure the Philanthropy Strategy to 2027 is delivered to, leading a brilliant team of specialist fundraisers. You will support and sponsor the development of new long-term, transformational partnerships with philanthropic partners, leveraging their networks.
Location: Hybrid – but access to Reading once a week.
Salary: £55,000 - £85,000
Why this role?
The charity has bold plans to double income over the next 5 years. This is therefore a hugely exciting time to work for one of the UK’s most loved children’s charities and some of the UK’s top Philanthropic donors. They have the key success factors in place for significant, continued Philanthropy growth, from senior leadership and trustee buy-in to fundable propositions that drive towards their ambitious vision. They also have access to one of the most incredible networks of brands and ultra-high net worth donors.
What are the key responsibilities:
- Lead on the development of the multifaceted and multi-channel Philanthropy strategy across, major donors, special events, trusts and foundations responsible for delivering around 40- 50% of the charity’s annual income and a key area of strategic investment
- Lead the annual planning, budgeting and reforecasting process for all areas of Philanthropy and Special Events Fundraising, working with Director of Income & Engagement, Head of Finance, and other senior stakeholders as required to ensure robust, effective and achievable financial performance.
- Provide leadership to the Philanthropy Fundraising Team, representing the interests of Philanthropy Fundraising at all levels of the organisation.
- Provide line management to direct reports, nurturing the team and setting development plans to build skills and career development opportunities.
Experience:
- Minimum 7 years working in the philanthropy fundraising space, with extensive knowledge and experience of the charity and fundraising sector at a strategic level
- Extensive philanthropy fundraising experience, with ultra high net worth experience in particular required. Experience and working knowledge of Major Donors, Trusts and Foundations, Special Events, programme growth and innovation.
- Extensive experience of devising, implementing and delivering a philanthropy fundraising strategy which supports the organisational vision, mission and strategic objectives.
- Significant and proven experience of high value relationship management at 7 figure level
- Experience of building and embedding successful and sustainable growth strategies.
If you would like to receive a full job description for this role with details on how to apply, please contact Hannah Laking at Harris Hill:
Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted with further information.
Hannah Laking: | 020 7820 7331
Closing date for applications: 9am 21st October
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
