Major Gifts Manager Jobs

This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced fundraising professional to take on a maternity cover to lead the fundraising team for the University’s museum of art and archaeology, the Ashmolean Museum. The oldest public museum in Britain and part of the University of Oxford Museums and Collections, it houses an extraordinary collection of art and archaeology ranging from Ancient Egyptian mummies to American contemporary art.

We are looking for someone with experience in fundraising from a range of sources, individuals, trusts and corporates, with connections in the cultural sector.  You will be confident in dealing with a wide range of senior people in the museum and in the wider community of Oxford donors.  This role is part of the Gardens, Libraries and Museums fundraising team as well as of the wider Development and Alumni and Engagement group, so you will be used to collaborating with a broad community.

The Head of Development – Ashmolean Museum will work closely with the Ashmolean Museum’s Director, senior management team and Curators to identify the opportunities, and devise appropriate strategies that will maximise philanthropic support.   They will also liaise closely with the ADD – GLAM on the priorities and the resources available to support them

About You / To be successful in the role:

· You will be an experienced fundraiser in the cultural sector with an impressive track record in securing major gifts at the six and seven figure level

· You will have wide experience of managing other team members

· You will have a creative approach to development

· You will have excellent communication skills

Following the merger of three hospices, this is an important new position on the team overseeing the trusts and major donors income streams. You will be working to maximize support for St Barnabas House, Martlets, and Chestnut Tree House hospices. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to boost major gifts income.
• Recruit and cultivate new prospects.
• Manage a portfolio of high-level donors and trusts.

Ideal Candidate:

• Exceptional relationship manager.
• Extensive knowledge and expertise in major gifts fundraising.
• Skilled in building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Passionate about supporting the mission of our hospices.

Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, the post holder will be responsible for leading on these plans and managing a team of three across the three hospice sites.

The Talent Set is delighted to be partnering with CARE International UK to recruit a Senior Major Giving Manager, who will play a pivotal role in building and developing relationships with HNWI supporters to further establish this income stream. 

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation (including the CEO and Board of Trustees) to develop and nurture relationships with HNWIs who have the capacity to give 5-figure + donations. 

There is significant potential for this role to further develop existing connections, whilst also considering new prospects and network connections. With an emphasis on exceptional donor stewardship, you'll ensure that all new/existing major gifts supporters feel valued and enabled to act with confidence as advocates of the organisation. 

About the role:

• Design and execute a major giving strategy to enable future growth and development of this income stream. 
• Work collaboratively within a high-performing Partnerships team, identifying opportunities for cross-team working and maximising network opportunities.
• Further develop relationships and ensure exceptional stewardship of existing major supporters, ensuring a positive experience that supports opportunities for peer connections. 
• Develop the prospect pipeline, identifying potential new supporters and ensuring strong internal collaboration to maximise opportunities through other income streams/areas of work. 
• Embrace and promote CARE’s commitment to anti-racism, inclusivity, and gender equity.

About You:

• A proven track record of securing significant gifts from HNWIs and/or family trusts. *Expertise of developing a mid-value programme is also of relevance. 
• Experience in building prospect pipelines and managing donor relationships to ensure great stewardship and long term support.
• Exceptional networking and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• A commitment to CARE’s values and an understanding of the organisation’s areas of work (humanitarian relief, feminist principles, anti-racism and EDI).

Closing Date: Wednesday 15th January
Interviews: First interviews will be held virtually on 20th/21st January, with final interviews taking place in person on Wednesday 29th January. 

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Salary: Circa £50,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time, with part-time options
Location: London/Hybrid, 1-2 days per week in Vauxhall office
Closing date: 15th January
Benefits: Group life assurance, health cash plan, family-friendly policies

We have a brilliant opportunity for a Senior Major Giving Manager working for an amazing humanitarian charity. As part of this transformative new role, you will lead major giving fundraising, working closely with the Director of Fundraising and Communications to launch a new high-value major donor programme. You will secure 5 and 6+ figure and multi-year donations, growing the prospect pipeline of high-net-worth individuals.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious fundraiser to work collaboratively with peers across the an international team and shape a new programme.

To be successful as the Senior Major Giving Manager, you will need:

• Proven experience in philanthropy fundraising, with significant track record in generating 5 and 6-figure + relationships with HNWIs.
• Ability to perform brilliantly as a relationship fundraiser, with the skill to distil complex information and messaging for HNWIs, family trusts and staff.
• Experience of building prospect pipelines and evidence of managing complex relationships with funders.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner. 

We are excited to be working in partnership with Dogs for Good, a registered charity dedicated to advancing the boundless possibilities of what a connection between people and dogs can enable – in making everyday life fuller, healthier, and happier for everyone involved. They understand the extraordinary change dogs can enable when they form part of a social-care model centred on the needs of people and communities. With their new 2024-2028 strategy in place, it’s an exciting time to join the Dogs for Good team!

We are seeking a Major Gifts Development Manager to join their newly formed Philanthropy and Partnerships team. We’re seeking a passionate individual to help develop new ways of working across donor pipeline management and prospect identification.  You'll collaborate closely with dog trainers, instructors, and senior management, crafting innovative proposals that deliver a compelling and inspiring case for support.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• A track record in fundraising with evidence of successful solicitation of six-figure multi-year gifts. 
• Experience in building bespoke fundraising propositions for major gifts (corporate partners as well as trusts and foundations). 
• Experience in relationship building skills and an ability to interact with prospects and donors at the highest levels in a professional manner. 
• Knowledge of major gift fundraising techniques, and what it takes to achieve success in developing income from high value prospects and donors. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team during an exciting growth phase. You’ll work will make a meaningful impact in health and social care, whilst also championing Dogs for Good’s unwavering commitment to dog welfare.

For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

Contract & Hours: Permanent. Full or part-time (28 - 35 hours per week)

Location: Hybrid - min two days per week in the charity’s Head Office in Banbury (The Frances Hay Centre)

Closing date for applications: Thursday 23rd January 2025

Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by close of play on Tuesday 28th January 2025 

Interviews with Dogs for Good: Week commencing 3rd February 2025

A note from Charisma

Don’t feel like you meet all of the requirements?  We’d still love to chat, we’re a people first recruitment partner.  We specialise in charity recruitment with over 22 years’ experience working as a consultancy who support inspiring professionals find the perfect roles in transformational organisation

Senior Philanthropy Manager, an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Major Donor Fundraiser to join a National Disability Charity, based in Central London.

• 12-month contract, with the potential of longer-term opportunities.
• Hybrid: 1 day office based per week.
• Salary: £50,000 per annum + benefits.

As the Senior Philanthropy Manager, working closely with the High Value Lead and managing a Philanthropy Officer, you will manage and develop an exciting Major Donor programme, focused on driving growth, reach and sustainable income. Using your creative and ambitious approach, skills and experiences you’ll be able to make a real impact to an existing and developing Major Donor programme.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Managing a portfolio of new and existing high value (philanthropist and grant-maker) relationships, deliver income and activity targets.
• Build and manage a pipeline of sustainable income with a focus on acquisition, supported by the High Value Lead and Senior Leaders across the organisation.
• Implement first-class stewardship and relationship management. Cultivate and steward existing donors to create long lasting and lucrative relationships.
• Lead on identifying new prospects, designing detailed and bespoke donor plans and journeys to secure significant income.
• Lead on securing gifts from Major Donors through asks, proposals, presentations, meetings, and through the use of senior leaders and volunteers.
• Develop and lead a High Value giving programme, identifying potential Major Donors and creating a portfolio of reliable support.
• Work with Events team to deliver a High Value events programme to maximise relationships through events.
• Manage, monitor and maintain the delivery of financial and non-financial KPI’s.
• Deliver effective leadership and line management, ensuring direct reports deliver against their objectives, are supported and developed to thrive in their role.

This Senior Philanthropy Manager role offers a great opportunity to make a real impact to an existing Major Donor programme. To be successful in this role, you will have previous knowledge, skills and experience in areas such as:

• Extensive experience in Major Donor Fundraising, developing both an exciting Major Donor programme, along with driving the programmes growth.  
• Significant experience of securing gifts from Major Donors, ideally exposure to 5 figures + Gifts.
• Excellent relationships management skills with the gravitas to influence and engage cold and warm contacts.
•  Significant experience of working with and to a wide range of financial and non-financial KPIs

Please note: This is role being recruited on a rolling end date and the position may close before the advertised date. If the role is of interest, please apply as soon as possible.

As a leading fundraising consultancy and search practice, and a certified B Corp™, the AAW Group is committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to make reasonable adjustments, working with our clients, for any disability or other additional needs throughout the recruitment process.

Following the merger of three hospices, this role will support us in developing our Major Donor income across St Barnabas House, Martlets, and Chestnut Tree House hospices.

Key Responsibilities: 

· Identify opportunities and foster relationships with key donors.

· Recruit and cultivate new prospects.

· Manage a personal portfolio of major donors.

· Meet with major donors, craft tailored cultivation plans, personalised proposals, and reports.

· Organise cultivation and stewardship events.

Ideal Candidate:

· Excellent relationship manager.

· Proficient in building and managing relationships with diverse supporters.

· Passionate about supporting the mission of our hospices.

Reporting to the Major Gifts Manager, the post holders will work with major donor portfolios across the three hospice sites.

Major Gifts Fundraiser 

Salary: Up to £45,000  

Location: Home based with occasional travel to Newark office/UK  

Full time: 35 hours per week (Mon-Fri)  

Permanent contract 

Closing date for applications: 26th January 2025  

First interview: 5th February 2025  

Second interview: 11/12 February 2025 

About Us  

The Wildlife Trusts are a federation of 46 charities, supported by a central charity, the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts. Together we have over 940,000 members, 32,500 volunteers and 3,400 staff across the UK. 

From precious peatlands and wildflower meadows to Britain’s lost rainforests, Wildlife Trusts have restored and care for some of the most special places for wildlife in the UK. We’ve re-wiggled rivers, brought back beavers to the UK and helped thousands of communities take matters into their own hands to bring back nature on their doorsteps. Collectively we manage more than 2,600 nature reserves, operate 123 visitor and education centres and own 29 working farms. We undertake research, we campaign for wildlife and wild places under threat, and we help people access nature. 

But we’re not standing still. The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world we all live in. We need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if we are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. We have an ambitious new strategy to address this, setting out our bold vision of nature in recovery with many more people taking action for wildlife,. 

About You 

We are seeking an exceptional major gifts fundraiser to join one of the UK’s most cherished nature charities at an exciting time in our 112-year history. You will be instrumental in expanding our network of high-net-worth individuals. Working closely with our major donor fundraising lead, chief executive, senior leadership team and Wildlife Trust colleagues, you will focus on prospecting and building high-quality, long-lasting relationships, that deliver a step-change for nature’s recovery in the UK. 

You will be a confident and engaging major gifts fundraiser, with the ability to express The Wildlife Trusts’ case for support in tackling the nature and climate emergencies, both through our work on nature’s restoration on the ground, and through our influencing, policy and campaigning work. You will be highly experienced in initiating and developing mutually beneficial relationships with individuals to achieve fundraising targets, with a proven track record of securing significant unrestricted funds. 

The Wildlife Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgmental and are inclusive. We particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. 

The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts takes our safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously. Please click here to read our commitment statement. RSWT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level. 

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible. 

RSWT are committed to increasing the diversity of its staff through its Levelling the Field recruitment pledge and will put any ethnic minority applicants that meet all the essential criteria for the post through to the next stage of recruitment. 

Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you to complete the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. If you would usually use tools such as these to assist you in filling in a form, please contact us to discuss this further and understand other options. 

This is an exciting chance to develop an already successful programme and make a real difference for young people. 

Eikon supports children and young people in Surrey to feel safe, heard, and supported. Through one-to-one support, group work, and programmes in schools, Eikon helps children build confidence, resilience, and the skills they will need to navigate life’s challenges.

Major donor fundraising has enormous potential at Eikon, with strong foundations already in place. Building on existing relationships and exploring new opportunities, the Major Relationships Lead will play a key role in unlocking even greater support. This vital income will ensure Eikon can continue to deliver life-changing help and respond to growing levels of demand.

As Major Relationships Lead, you will focus on growing Eikon’s major donor fundraising programme, which plays a key role in funding vital services. You will take the lead in developing meaningful connections with donors, raising significant funds, and ensuring donors feel a personal connection to Eikon’s mission and feel good about giving.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building Relationships: Getting to know new and existing donors, inspiring them to invest in Eikon’s work.
• Growing Income: Increasing the current annual income of £300,000 by securing new supporters and larger, long-term commitments.
• Creating Inspiring Communications: Writing proposals, updates, and reports that bring Eikon’s work to life and show the impact of donor support.
• Collaborating Across Teams: Working with colleagues, including the Chief Executive, trustees, and programme leads, to connect donors to the difference their contributions make.
• Leading a Team: Recruiting and managing a new Major Relationships Officer to support this important work.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in major donor fundraising, securing significant gifts, and building lasting relationships
• Confidence working with high-net-worth individuals and senior supporters
• Strong storytelling and communication skills to bring Eikon’s work to life for donors
• Excellent organisation and time management, able to manage multiple priorities
• Experience leading or managing others in a collaborative, supportive way
• A passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people
• Experience using a CRM system like Donorfy would be helpful but isn’t essential

The Eikon Charity are partnering with Joe Blythe at QuarterFive for this appointment. 

QuarterFive is a specialist agency for charities and NFPs. We provide clients with access to the best talent in the sector, and offer candidates expert support in securing their next role.

Report to: Chief Executive Officer

Hours: 35 hours per week – could accommodate 22hrs

Type: 12 months with possibility of permanent depending on success

Salary: £30,000 per year pro rata for part time plus car allowance of £1,095 per year

Location: Hybrid/home working with occasional travel to locations across Greater Manchester and beyond. Option for 1 day a week in office base – this may be reviewed.

                                                                     What We’re Looking For

 To be successful in this role you will be an enthusiastic individual who can build/take projects from inception to successful delivery, provide leadership to others, and have experience of working in the charity sector. You will lead on our fundraising and grant management, working closely with the CEO to cement and secure the future of Being There. You will have experience in operational and donor management and a wide range of skills befitting this sort of role. Working with our able team, you might be expected to get involved in event management, finance and a range of other things as is often the case in a small charity.

                                                                      Purpose of the Role

The post holder will be responsible for the management of the charities fundraising and supporting individual fundraising on behalf of the charity. This includes working with the CEO and Deputy CEO to maximise income and manage our grants programmes. The post holder will also need good financial knowledge, specifically relating to the charity sector. This role requires an enthusiastic individual who can build and take fundraising projects from inception to successful delivery, provide leadership to others, and work closely with partners in the statutory, voluntary and private sectors.

                                                                     Main Areas of Responsibility 

· Development and delivery of the sustainability plan

· Source grants and lead on their submission

· Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures, both internal and regulatory.

· Lead and manage the charities fundraising events

· Lead and support on individual fundraising events

                                                                                 Key activities

· Lead a review of our current fundraising programmes and strategies, working to make Being There more sustainable, making recommendations to CEO and board.

· Assist the CEO and Finance Manager with the management of fundraising targets

· Source new funding streams

· Providing leadership to the fundraising project to ensure that targets are met. Collect, analyse, and interpret data to measure effectiveness and return on investment of different programmes in order to inform future activities.

· Liaise with volunteers, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders as necessary

· Promote the Charity’s work, assisting with demonstrations and fundraising and awareness events as appropriate.

· To perform any other reasonable tasks as requested

                                                                               Person Specification

                                                                         Knowledge and Experience

· Recent experience of working in a charity environment, or experience in related areas.

· A track record in developing and delivering fundraising strategies and plans that support organisational growth and income generation targets

· Demonstrable experience of developing donor relationships and leading (or supporting) major donor fundraising with individual and/or corporate major donors (which we define as those making gifts over £1000)

· Knowledge of current fundraising trends, emerging opportunities, and best practice

                                                                                    Skills & Abilities

· Ability to create and implement strategic plans

· Proven ability to build strong and lasting relationships with a range of external supporters and influence and negotiate with external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes

· Excellent coordination and organisational skills

· Strong communicator with the ability to communicate Being There’s vision and activities to a range of audiences using a range of formats (written, verbal, digital)

· Excellent working knowledge of key digital tools including social media platforms, CRM/contact databases, Microsoft Office Suite.

                                                                          Personal Qualities & Attributes

· Self-motivated and a self-managing attitude

· High levels of determination and willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities and be collaborative and supportive

· Willing to challenge stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination and bias and commitment to the ethos and values of Being There

· Effective team leader and team player

Entering our 40th anniversary this year, we are looking for a Fundraising Manager to diversify and grow our funding streams as part of our change and transformation journey at Rape Crisis South London.

As part of our journey, we are looking to expand our organisation and what we can offer to clients, with the Fundraising and Communications Team being a key part of increasing financial growth so we can achieve our goals. Previous experience is essential due to this role sitting within a newly formed Fundraising and Communications Team.

Working with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, the successful Fundraising Manager will bring a wealth of previous fundraising experience to support significant income growth through a variety of fundraising channels. Strong communications and analytical skills are required to identify fundraising market trends and develop fundraising strategy and activities in line with our values. The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate their support for Rape Crisis South London’s values and commitment to feminist principles.

The position is offered as permanent, full-time opportunity, with three days in the office. The post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please upload with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1,500 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience by clicking on the ‘Apply’ button.

An experienced major donor fundraiser, you will relish the opportunity to own and launch a strategy and implement a long-term engagement plan to strengthen Major Donor relationships that will deliver a new and sustainable income stream.

On the back of continued growth due to successful fundraising performance over the last 5 years, we are ready to take the next step in our fundraising strategy and launch a Philanthropy Giving programme.  You will bring specific expertise and skills in this field to support the fundraising team and build on the already strong stewardship and engagement we have with key individuals.

The role is new and on an initial fixed term contract of 12 months but with the potential to make the role permanent if the strategy succeeds.

You're likely to be a seasoned philanthropy professional, ideally with a track record securing gifts at £50k+. You will be comfortable in working closely with a Senior Leadership team and Board.

With an understanding of philanthropy and what makes major donors tick, you will also have the appetite and aptitude to develop new relationships from scratch.

The role will be a good mix of stewarding existing relationships and building brand-new ones. Therefore, you will need to be comfortable and confident researching and developing new contacts, harnessing the potential of existing networks and working closely with the wider organisation.

A key part to the role will be to deliver engagement activities, therefore event planning and strong project management skills are essential.

Child’s i Foundation envisions and advocates for a world where every child grows up in a safe and loving family. We are committed to creating sustainable solutions that address the root causes of family separation, working closely with grassroots communities and local governments to reunite children with their families and help them thrive. Our system-strengthening approach focuses on building strong community networks, developing high-quality family alternative care solutions, and advocating for child welfare reforms. 

Over the years, we have built a strong, successful, and growing Trusts and Foundations programme, primarily generating restricted income. This programme, overseen by our CEO, has been crucial in supporting our work in Uganda and our advocacy partnerships across Africa and the world. As we continue to expand both our evidence for global impact, our aim is to raise over £1M annually to support our strategic objectives. We are now seeking an innovative, creative, and solution-focused Fundraising Manager to work closely with our CEO, Country Director, and leadership teams to build a robust public fundraising programme. This will include leading efforts in regular giving, community fundraising, corporate partnerships, and major donor initiatives to drive unrestricted income. You will be instrumental in cultivating strong relationships with donors and partners, supporting grant submissions, and helping us diversify our income streams.

In this role, you will also help develop and implement a comprehensive digital fundraising strategy, working with the communications team and external consultancy partners. You will ensure our website and social media platforms are optimised for donor engagement, while driving innovation through online giving platforms, peer-to-peer fundraising, and targeted digital marketing campaigns. By leveraging emerging trends and best practices, you will help grow our online revenue streams and deepen engagement with our supporters.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Child’s i Foundation’s fundraising strategy, secure sustainable income, and contribute to our mission of ensuring every child grows up in a family. If you are passionate about transforming children's futures and have the fundraising expertise to help us achieve our goals, we would love to hear from you!

Job Purpose

The Fundraising Manager will work closely with the CEO to execute the fundraising strategy for Child’s i Foundation, with a focus on driving regular giving, community fundraising, and individual giving initiatives. Additionally, you will support the CEO in cultivating major gifts and managing corporate partnerships.

You will play a key role in providing collaborative support to our emerging fundraising effort in Uganda, particularly with their innovative 'Giving Circle' programme, which is backed by the Ugandan Board. Working closely with the communications team in Uganda, you will help deliver impactful campaigns that raise awareness and inspire donor engagement. In this role, you will also ensure the highest standards in database management and full compliance with data protection regulations.

This role will be UK-based, with occasional team meetings in various locations across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

1. Community Fundraising and Regular Giving:

• Develop and execute strategies to increase income from individual donors and community fundraising efforts.

• Manage and expand our existing personalised donor stewardship programme, enhancing engagement with regular givers while growing the donor base and building long-term partnership. 

• Develop and manage a comprehensive fundraising event calendar, incorporating high-impact challenge events, community-driven initiatives, and donor engagement activities to maximise donations and donor retention

• Grow regular giving through campaigns, such as the Christmas Appeal and The Big Give, while bringing your own expertise and creative ideas to develop new fundraising initiatives.

• Collaborate closely with the Uganda team to deliver compelling, real-time updates and powerful stories that deeply engage and inspire our supporter community, starting with the problem we aim to address.

2. Corporate Partnerships:

• Collaborate with the CEO to manage and strengthen corporate relationships, ensuring consistent communication and delivering timely, detailed impact reports that demonstrate the value of their support.

• Collaborate with the CEO to identify and cultivate new corporate prospects, focusing on high-potential sectors such as women in private equity, insurance, and banking to strategically expand our portfolio.

• Craft compelling, customised cases for support that align with corporate priorities, securing long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships driving sustainable income.

3. Major Donor Programme:

• Support the CEO in managing relationships with major donors to ensure consistent engagement and stewardship.

• Identify and cultivate new major donor prospects, maintaining a strong pipeline for future support.

• Provide tailored progress reports to major donors and plan cultivation events to enhance donor relationships.

• Assist in establishing a development board to attract and engage niche, high-value donor groups.

4. Trusts and Foundations:

• Research and identify trust and foundation opportunities, targeting grants from £5k to £50k+.

• Prepare and submit well-researched applications, and ensure timely, accurate reporting to funders.

• Focus on securing smaller trust grants to diversify income streams.

5. Data-Driven Fundraising Reporting and Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with the CEO to set fundraising targets and manage the annual budget, ensuring progress is tracked against key goals and income streams.

• Produce regular, data-driven reports to assess fundraising performance, donor retention, and campaign effectiveness, using insights to inform strategic decision-making.

• Oversee the donor database in collaboration with the Administration Manager, ensuring all donor interactions are accurately recorded and GDPR-compliant.

• Ensure compliance with data protection laws and fundraising regulations, keeping updated on any changes to maintain best practices across all activities.

• Use data insights to refine and enhance fundraising strategies, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with organisational goals.

​​Person Specification (Skills & Experience) Essential:

• Proven experience in raising funds across diverse income streams (e.g., regular giving, community fundraising, corporate partnerships, and major donors).

• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and maintain donor and partner relationships, combined with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Expertise in developing and implementing fundraising strategies that meet or exceed ambitious income targets, including creative campaign design (e.g., The Big Give).

• Experience in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines, demonstrating strong organisational and time management abilities.

• Competence in setting, managing, and monitoring budgets with a clear understanding of financial targets and revenue growth.

• Proficiency in using CRM systems (ideally Salesforce) to track donor engagement and ensuring strict compliance with GDPR and other relevant regulations.

• Solid understanding of UK fundraising laws, data protection regulations, and industry best practices.

• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and proactively drive initiatives, while also collaborating effectively with teams in the UK and Uganda.

• Strong team player, adept at working with both internal stakeholders (e.g., CEO, Country Director, Board) and external partners.

• A commitment to international development, with an interest in child welfare and family-strengthening initiatives, particularly in Uganda or sub-Saharan Africa.​

Desirable:

• Demonstrated success in securing high-value gifts and managing long-term corporate partnerships.

• Previous experience in fundraising for international development or in low-resource settings.

• A successful track record in writing and submitting grant applications, particularly to trusts and foundations.

• Experience organising high-impact fundraising events and engaging donor cultivation activities.

• Familiarity with integrating marketing and communications strategies to enhance fundraising efforts and increase donor engagement.

Fundraising Manager

The Fundraising Manager will be a key player in ensuring the sustainability and growth of Cambridge Science Centre.

This role requires someone who can write compelling funding proposals, build relationships with charitable trusts, foundations, and corporate partners, and remain flexible in adapting to emerging trends.

This position involves close collaboration with the CEO and other senior team members to align efforts with CSC’s strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of CSC’s overall fundraising strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and long-term goals.

• Craft compelling funding applications and project reports tailored to the objectives of charitable trusts, foundations, and corporate partners, showcasing CSC’s innovative programmes and measurable impact.

• Develop and manage a schedule of approaches for new, lapsed, and existing funders, ensuring proposals are aligned with each funder’s unique priorities and interests.

• Collaborate with internal teams to identify funding opportunities, report on outcomes, and clearly communicate the impact of CSC’s work to stakeholders.

• Monitor trends in the funding landscape, adapting strategies to explore emerging opportunities.

• Provide support to the CEO in preparing presentations and materials for funder pitches and donor meetings.

• Confidently represent CSC in various settings to build trust, strengthen relationships, and secure funding support.

• Cultivate and establish multiyear partnerships with key funders, ensuring sustainable income streams for CSC’s programmes.

• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with the Institute of Fundraising’s Code of Practice, the Fundraising Regulator, and GDPR requirements. Person Specification Essential Criteria

• Proven track record of preparing and submitting successful, complex funding applications, securing significant (£50k+) awards.

• Experience managing and developing strategic relationships, from identifying potential funders to securing gifts or grants.

• Understanding of corporate funders' priorities and the ability to craft mutually beneficial partnerships that align with organisational goals.

• Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to remain motivated and flexible in the face of rejection or shifting organisational priorities.

• Exceptional writing skills, capable of producing concise, compelling content that clearly articulates need, solution, and impact.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust-based relationships and collaborate effectively across all organisational levels.

• Confidence in working with budgets and data, demonstrating strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.

• Evidence of effective networking and relationship-building within the fundraising sector, leading to successful outcomes.

• Knowledge of fundraising regulations and compliance, including GDPR, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards.

• Inclusive and collaborative mindset, valuing diverse perspectives and fostering teamwork.

• Quick learner, adept at understanding complex challenges and developing innovative and practical solutions. Desirable Criteria

• Experience with fundraising databases (e.g., Salesforce)

• Organisation of funder cultivation events.

• Experience in implementing innovative fundraising strategies, including the use of digital tools or developing unique partnership models.

Working Conditions

The primary location for this role will be Cambridge Science Centre's Head Office at 44 Clifton Road, Cambridge, CB1 7ED. However, we offer the option of flexible hybrid working.

This role is also eligible for a performance-related bonus.

Standard working hours are 7.5 hours per day

Parking and bike storage are available at both CSC locations.

Benefits include:  

● 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays

● Mental health support in partnership with BetterHelp

● Contributory pension scheme

Recruitment Process and Timeline: To apply for the position of Fundraising Manager at Cambridge Science Centre, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you are interested in joining the Centre and how your skills and experience align with the role.