Philanthropy jobs

We have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Philanthropy who will develop, provide leadership and operational delivery of the philanthropy fundraising strategy for Our Future Health. The successful candidate will be someone who is highly motivated, proactive and passionate about our mission, with an ability to influence and inspire people.

Our Future Health will be the UK’s largest ever health research programme, bringing people together to develop new ways to detect, prevent, and treat diseases. We are a charity, supported by the UK Government, in partnership with charities and industry. We work closely with the NHS and with public authorities across all nations and regions of the UK.

What you’ll be doing:

The successful Director of Philanthropy will represent Our Future Health at pitches, fundraising events and meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Lead the planning and management of High Value income streams as well taking a proactive role in fundraising high value gifts from Trusts & Foundations, Corporate Partnerships and Major Donors. 
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, with the Code of Fundraising Practice, and with official guidance issued by the Fundraising Regulator.
• Undertake research and make use of tools to identify potential High Value partners.
• Develop strong and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement the philanthropy strategy.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with high-value donors, ensuring effective solicitation, stewardship, and follow-up to secure significant contributions (six-seven figure gifts). You will lead on prospecting, stewarding, maintaining, and uplifting a portfolio of major donors.
• Build a portfolio of corporate partners, including securing high-value Charity Of The Year partnerships. You will work with the Our Future Health team to grow this income stream from prospecting, approaches, applications, pitches, stewardship and providing account management.
• Build and maintain a portfolio of Trusts & Foundation supporters. Responsible for researching, approaching and developing compelling applications with a focus on ensuring Trusts & Foundations provide a long-term, diverse and sustainable income stream. 
• Work closely with colleagues in the Communications Team to write and design compelling cases for support that are tailored to our High Value prospects and partnerships grounded in our branding and communications toolkit.
• Produce regular reports on fundraising activity for the Executive Team and Board, analysing performance against targets, and identifying areas for improvement and growth.
• Develop and deliver effective stewardship journeys and ensuring they are tracked and implemented across High Value giving.
• Contribute to the delivery of effective and efficient governance structures to support Our Future Health’s strategic partnerships, where required.
• Participate actively in team meetings, contributing ideas and insights to enhance team performance and collaboration.

Requirements:

You will be a hardworking, proactive, and ambitious individual who can build and inspire a high-performing team to cultivate and steward high-value supporters effectively. To succeed in this role, you will also have some of the following skills:

• Proven ability to secure six-and seven figure gifts and manage relationships with high-value stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
• Excellent administration and organisational skills.
• Ability to represent and promote Our Future Health to senior stakeholders.
• Proven experience and success in securing, managing, and growing high value fundraising income, including corporate partnerships, trusts & foundations and major donors.
• Demonstratable strong strategic planning skills and the ability to develop, analyse and implement long-term strategies to achieve fundraising targets and enhance Our Future Health’s mission.
• Experience of working within a results-oriented environment, with a record of achieving personal and team KPIs and targets. Proven experience in budgeting and performance monitoring for fundraising activities.
• Experience in managing complex fundraising initiatives across multiple income streams.
• Ability to attend work events outside of working hours as and when necessary.
• Experience of working in a similar role in the academic or biomedical research charity sector and/or NHS would be advantageous.

Benefits:

• £90,000 - £100,000 per annum basic salary.
• Generous Pension Scheme – We invest in your future with employer contributions of up to 12%.
• 30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays – Enjoy a generous holiday allowance with the flexibility to take bank holidays when it suits you.
• Enhanced Parental Leave – Supporting you during life’s biggest moments.
• Career Growth & Development – £500 per year to spend on Learnerbly, our learning platform, plus regular appraisals and development opportunities.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save 25-39% on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice.
• Home & Tech Savings – Get up to 8% off on IKEA and Currys products, spreading the cost over 12 months through salary sacrifice.
• £1,000 Employee Referral Bonus – Know someone amazing? Get rewarded for bringing them on board!
• Wellbeing Support – Access to Mental Health First Aiders, plus 24/7 online GP services and an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
• A Great Place to Work – We have a lovely Central London office in Holborn, and offer flexible and remote working arrangements.

Join us - let’s prevent disease together.

This Charity is an astounding group of professionals who believe that people's sight matters. They have ambitious growth plans to increase the investment they are able to make in life changing eye health by supporting the work of Moorfields Eye Hospital and its academic partner UCL and funding innovative research, equipment, patient care and training through the delivery of innovative programmes of fundraising work. The team will appoint a Head of Philanthropy and Prospectus is leading the search.

Head of Philanthropy

Permanent

Hybrid

£ 74,863-£87,341

The Head of Philanthropy will lead the philanthropy team to maximise philanthropic support for the charity with a focus on research, education and innovation and driving long-term growth from key income streams. You will develop the charity's overarching major gifts and legacy strategies, setting annual budgets and programmes of activity. You will contribute fully as a senior member of the charity's fundraising team, leading and motivating the philanthropy team of 11.  You will also contribute fully as a member of the charity's management group.

The selected candidate will have proven successful major gifts fundraising with a track record in initiating new relationships, securing gifts at the six and seven figure level. You will have experience working in organisations with multiple stakeholders and will have demonstrable experience of preparing and managing annual plans, budgets, and targets. To be successful, you will be a strong leader and someone who is confident motivating a strong fundraising team.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at [email protected].

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.     

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.  

Hybrid / London (minimum 1 day a week in the office)

Closing date: 9 a.m. Tuesday 22nd April

The Association of Commonwealth Universities, a 400-strong global network working together to strengthen higher education across the Commonwealth, is seeking a new Head of Philanthropy to drive their fundraising strategy.

As the world’s first and oldest international university network, the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) has been bringing universities together from across the Commonwealth for more than 100 years. Our network currently encompasses over 400 universities in more than 40 countries.

In this newly created role, the Head of Philanthropy will develop and implement a philanthropic fundraising strategy for the ACU. In the longer term, we wish to continue building the existing endowment for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships and develop new programmes to support our strategy, including our ground-breaking initiative, the King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme (KCFP). You’ll play a key role in our journey as we develop this unique and compelling new initiative, inspired by His Majesty The King, to strengthen the climate resilience of Commonwealth Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

This is an exciting opportunity to play a leadership role in developing a high-performing philanthropy function that will deliver income targets and further our mission of creating opportunities for individuals and strengthening universities.

You will work with high-calibre staff and volunteers, helping to drive and implement a major gift programme and undertake active fundraising. Working with the CEO and Director of External Affairs, you will cultivate and steward transformational relationships with high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations while overseeing the management and nurturing of a small fundraising team.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a proactive, senior major donor fundraiser who is comfortable at all levels of philanthropic cultivation, from prospecting and building a strong pipeline to building relationships and securing gifts from high-net-worth individuals and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.

Due diligence is critical to this role, so understanding and experience within this is key.

Person Specification:

• Direct experience of donor engagement and stewardship, including reporting.

• Direct experience, or a demonstrably clear understanding of fundraising ethics and gift acceptance.

• A leadership style that combines strategic vision and oversight with personal involvement and close attention to detail.

• A natural flair for building confidence among senior volunteers and colleagues.

• The ability, confidence and diplomatic awareness to work with senior stakeholders.

• Line management experience.

To Apply 

For further information about the role or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultants at Peridot Partners via the apply button. 

Closing date: 9 a.m. Tuesday 22nd April. 

Without music there is no first dance, no united chorus in the encore, no soothing Sunday soundtrack. For our client, music is their passion and its people are their purpose.

For every song there is its creators, yet being a musician means bearing your heart and fighting for chances in a sea of challenges. Our client is a charity that understands and supports music creators to navigate unsteady income, make the most of career opportunities and find a helping hand when things go wrong; being there for musicians so music can be there for us.

The organisation understands the unique pressures a life in music can create. It puts positive mental wellbeing centre stage in music and ensures everyone working in the profession has the right tools and support at the right time to stay mentally well.

Prospectus is thrilled to partner with this incredible organisation in the search for a Head of Philanthropy

Head of Philanthropy
Permanent
£55,000 to £60,000
Hybrid working from their office in Kings Cross, London.

The Head of Philanthropy will lead the development and execution of the organisation's philanthropy fundraising strategy, focusing on Major Donors, mid-level giving, Patrons, and Legacy acquisition. A key measure of success in this role will be driving sustained growth in the charities' philanthropic income by leading a team effectively and fostering relationships with supporters and music lovers across the UK.

This exciting opportunity will suit a dynamic fundraiser with proven experience in securing 6-7 figure gifts from major donors within a charity or non-profit organisation. Skilled in developing and executing purpose-driven strategies, overseeing donor acquisition and stewardship, the post holder will have a strong track record in pipeline management, creating compelling proposals, and leading high-performing teams.

We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Jessica Stoddart at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. To apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role.

We’re Anthony Nolan. We’re here to uncover the answers inside us. Answers for people with blood cancer and blood disorders. Answers that will not only improve lives today but save them tomorrow.

By uniting people and science, we’re growing our world-leading stem cell register, so everyone who needs a transplant, can find their lifesaving match. We’re currently giving four people a day another chance to live.

Driven by patients, backed by stem cell donors, and powered by science, we won’t stop until we’ve unlocked the cures, treatments and transplants that will transform the future for more patients. And together, we can reach the remarkable day where every patient who needs us can not only survive, but thrive.

If you're inspired by this vision, and feel you have the skills and experience we need to help achieve it, we'd love you to join our lifesaving team.

We are looking for a Senior Philanthropy Manager to join our Fundraising team.

Title: Senior Philanthropy Manager

Salary: £48,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 35 per week (standard Anthony Nolan working hours)

Location: Hybrid, with head office in Hampstead, London

Job Summary

The Senior Philanthropy Manager will play a key role in advancing Anthony Nolan’s mission by managing major gift fundraising efforts. This role is responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with HNWIs, and key stakeholders. The Senior Philanthropy Manager will develop and implement tailored fundraising strategies, collaborate with senior leadership to identify opportunities. The successful candidate will have exceptional strategic thinking and relationship building skills to maximise philanthropic support and drive long-term impact.
 

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary
• 27 days annual leave, pension scheme, childcare vouchers, access to counselling via a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
• A stimulating work environment full of opportunities to learn and develop
• Life Assurance of four times annual salary
• Travel season ticket loan, Cycle to work Scheme
• And more! (further details on our Life at Anthony Nolan page)

Please check out the full job description attached to this advert or hyperlinked at the bottom of the advert on our website. You can read more about what to expect on the Our recruitment process page.

Release your remarkable, join our team and give someone another chance to live.

Anthony Nolan is a Disability Confident Committed and Living Wage accredited employer. 

All applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Role purpose

To diversify, develop and deliver fundraising initiatives with a focus on major donors and legacies, securing significant funding for the Trust that will enable delivery of our new 2030 strategy of more space for nature, with more people on nature’s side. 

1. Main Responsibilities

1.1 Devise and deliver annual plans, together with associated budgets, in line with strategic objectives

1.2 Monitor and report on fundraising targets and budget

1.3 Line management of the Fundraising Officer

2. Major Donors

2.1 Growing the scale of donations – both the number of donors and the value of donations by managing an impactful major donor programme for the Trust 

2.2 Use the Trust’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software to manage and grow a pipeline of prospects including high value donors, major donors and potential legators 

2.3 Develop and manage a portfolio of high value donors and prospects to include working closely with appropriate colleagues on research, cultivation, ask and stewardship, including planning and delivery of inspiring events

2.4 Work with the CEO, Senior Management Team and Trustees to appropriately involve them in planning and managing relationships with major donors 

2.5 Develop a stewardship programme, developing meaningful relationships with donors and potential donors, involving them in our work and ensure they feel valued and part of the Trust.

2.6 Manage the Patrons Circle, providing a fantastic experience for WWT Patrons, including delivering engaging events and maintaining regular communication

2.7 Ensure appeal donors receive relevant stewardship communications, including holding specific events and activities

3. Legacies

3.1 Support the development of the Trust's legacy strategy, leading to an increase in number of pledges and value pledged

3.2 Identify and recruit new legacy pledgers including but not exclusively from WWT members and supporters, ensuring a legacy pipeline

3.3 Steward known legacy pledgers to maximize and retain their loyalty to WWT and to maximize their lifetime giving, including their support for current appeals.

3.4 Ensure ongoing engagement with all legators and enquirers by upgrading and conversion through the legacy cycle: enquirer, considerer, intender, pledger 

3.5 Create and run a series of events to engage potential and existing legators and legacy professionals

3.6 Liaise with departments across the Trust in relation to legacy campaigns 

3.7 Work closely with the marketing team to ensure effective communication about legacy giving with members, supporters and pledgers/legators 

3.8 Use the CRM’s legacy module to manage relationships with pledgers and legators

4. General Fundraising

4.1 Support the Trust's new Project Oversights Board, ensuring projects align with the strategy, are fully developed, and help secure appropriate funding

4.2 Input into funding bids

4.3 Support Trust fundraising appeals 

4.5 Work closely with the marketing team to update and improve third party fundraising materials, online material and guidance to enable supporters to fundraise for us independently 

4.6 Ensure that the Trust is up to date and compliant with legislation, regulators and GDPR requirements in relation to fundraising

4.7 Stay up to date with current best practice in fundraising techniques and track any upcoming trends 

4.8 Work with the Membership Services Manager and Membership Development Officer to ensure data is recorded on the CRM accurately and effectively to enable required analysis, tracking, reporting, segmentation and future targeting

5. General Responsibilities

5.1 Promote the work, mission and vision of the Trust at all times.

5.2 Work across teams to develop and implement activity plans across the 2030 strategy business plan.

5.3 Use every opportunity commensurate with other duties to contribute to the Trust’s membership recruitment, fundraising and engagement of people. 

5.4 Ensure a high level of customer service in all dealings with the public.

5.5 Ensure continuous development of skills and knowledge required for the post, undergoing training and performance review as required by the Trust.

5.6 Work within all the policies and procedures of the Trust, ensuring own compliance with the 5.7 Trust’s health and safety policies and procedures and that of any resources for whom you are responsible. 

5.8 Work at all times within the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust’s Equal Opportunities Policy and to promote equal opportunities.

Comply with all legal and contractual obligations concerning the responsibilities of your post.

5.9 Carry out any other reasonable duties commensurate with the level of responsibility of the post, as requested by the Chief Executive.

For more information please refer to the full job description which is available to download below

Benefits

Generous pension scheme Generous holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Death in Service benefit Flexible working WWT Membership Continuous Training & Development opportunities On-site parking

Phyllis Tuckwell provides palliative and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness. Based in Farnham and Guildford, we serve a population of 550,000 across West Surrey and North East Hampshire.

Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships

37 hours per week (part time considered)

£44,772 - £49,140 per annum WTE

Location – Flexible working model with the role holder required to attend regular meetings at our Farnham site

Phyllis Tuckwell is looking for an experienced Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to lead the newly formed Philanthropy Team. This role will lead on the recruitment and management of major donors as well as leading a team that also has responsibility for trusts, foundations and corporate fundraising. 

We are currently nearing the end of our Your New Hospice capital appeal and are looking for someone to take our high value giving into this exciting new phase. This role will be responsible for building a strategy and direction for the team, building a portfolio of major donors, and creating and optimising business processes. This role will also be a part of the Income Generation Leadership team and so will be expected to contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment that values cross team working and fluid supporter journeys. 

The successful candidate will:

• Have significant experience of securing and cultivating five figure donations from high net worth donors. 
• Have experience in working in one of either trusts, foundations or corporate fundraising. 
• Have the ability to build meaningful relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Have experience in developing and managing business processes that underpin high value fundraising, including due diligence processes and building of cases for support.
• Have a working knowledge of the requirements of high value funders and able to provide high level supporter care.
• Have experience of line management and leadership. 
• Be passionate about our project and our cause and be able to bring to life our case for support through persuasive communications.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-functional income generation team embracing a culture of continuous learning and mutual support for colleagues. 

In return we offer:

• 6 weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%, salary exchange scheme optional)
• Excellent education and training 
• Blue Light Card Discount 
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Staff Benefit Voucher Scheme
• A motivated team whose passion is it to make a difference

For further information or an informal chat please call Jenny Peat, Director of Income Generation.

If you are unable to apply online, please contact HR . 

Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 12st April 2025

This post is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core.  We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences.  We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community.  All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.

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Philanthropy Manager

The 2030 Circle - WWF's Major Giving Club

Salary: £37,581- £43,218

Hours: 35

Location: Woking / Hybrid Working

This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.

At WWF-UK we’re committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team.

About the role

We’re looking to recruit a Philanthropy Manager to join our dynamic Philanthropy and Events team within our Supporter Income & Engagement directorate. The successful candidate will support the continued growth and development of the highly successful 2030 Circle - a giving club bringing together likeminded supporters around a shared goal: to help halt the loss of the natural world by 2030.

This is an exciting time to join the team at a really pivotal moment – five years since the Club was launched and with five years left to halt and reverse nature loss.  

You will work with the Senior Philanthropy Manager to maintain and build long term, effective relationships with a range of philanthropic donors, including individuals, families, trusts, foundations and SMEs.

You will share our passion for protecting the future of our planet for people and nature and be skilled at inspiring supporters both in person and in writing. You will have responsibility for day-to-day communications with our highly engaged members and contribute to all aspects of our curated donor journey, from impact reporting to supporting a varied engagement and stewardship calendar of high-level events and field trips. You will also proactively drive growth in the giving club membership through effective data management, warm approaches, peer introductions and lead generation activity. You will work collaboratively with fundraisers and different teams across the organisation to ensure we maximise opportunities to enhance the experience and build support from 2030 Circle members.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience of managing a portfolio of trusts, foundations and individuals

• Experience of working with high-net-worth individuals.

• A track record of delivering against income targets.

• Demonstrable experience in identifying and tracking new funding opportunities.

• Experience of using fundraising databases/CRM systems.

• A good understanding of the philanthropic sector and of major giving clubs.

• Excellent communication, relationship building & interpersonal skills.

• Desire to embrace and encourage collaborative working.

Benefits, rewards & location

The salary for this role is £37,581- £43,218. We also offer a full benefits and rewards package including:

• Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to a maximum of 31 days plus bank holidays

• Flexible working options

• 7.5% employer contribution to pension, increased to 10% with employee contribution.

• Training and development opportunities

• Regular wellbeing initiatives.

This role is hybrid and you’ll be required to be in the office 20% of your contracted hours. The job is based at our UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey. The Living Planet Centre is one of the greenest buildings in the UK, and you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.

About WWF-UK

We’re a global conservation charity with hundreds of projects around the world and millions of supporters. 

At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left is not enough – we’re now in a race to restore the natural world and prevent catastrophic climate change before it’s too late. And it’s a race we can still win. 

We’re courageous and passionate about fighting for the future we want to see – a world where people and nature can thrive. 

We were born out of passion and science, and for more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We operate with integrity, collaboratively and with respect for those we work alongside. 

How to apply and the recruitment process

Please click on the link and apply via our website by completing the application form and submitting a copy of your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement to highlight what makes you a good fit for us.

Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.

Philanthropy Executive

At Cystic Fibrosis Trust, we're working towards a brighter future for everyone with cystic fibrosis (CF) by funding cutting-edge research, driving up standards of care and supporting people with the condition and their loved ones every step of the way.

This is an exciting role within a great team that provides the opportunity to build experience across different areas of high value fundraising - particularly major donors and trusts and foundations, but also an opportunity to learn about corporate partnerships. The role sits within a friendly, supportive and ambitious Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships fundraising team. 

Your key responsibilities will be to manage Cystic Fibrosis Trust’s successful high level giving club - the Sixty-Five Roses Club, and to secure donations from philanthropic trusts and foundations through our small trusts mailing programme. There will also be the opportunity to develop your own portfolio of trusts and foundations and high net worth individuals, as well as supporting the wider team with research and event planning. These are key activities to help to achieve the team’s income targets.  

We’re looking for someone who is creative, great at building relationships, has an engaging communication style and is keen to develop their skills in high value fundraising. If this sounds like the right role for you and if you think you would fit well within a friendly and high-performing team, please get in touch! 

We offer a range of benefits including flexible working, 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, opportunities for learning and development, pension, healthcare cash plan and more.

Closing date for completed applications is midnight on Monday 14 April 2025.

Interviews expected week commencing Monday 21 April 2025.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if necessary.  Therefore, if you are interested in this role, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please note you will need to have the right to work in the UK before starting work for us and we will check this.
 
NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

How to apply

Please see the job description for more information on the role. If you would like to discuss the role before applying, please contact us directly.

To apply, please select ‘Apply Now’ and complete our application form and equal opportunities form.

The Cystic Fibrosis Trust aims to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain staff with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; particularly people who have cystic fibrosis; people who identify as being from an ethnic minority group, as LGBTQ and people with disabilities.

It is our policy not to discriminate against any person because of their age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability (physical and mental), race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief (including lack of belief), sex, sexual orientation or union membership.

REF-220 682

Salary: £36,000-£38,000 per year
35 hours per week
Hybrid, 1-2 days per week at RNIB's headquarters in Kings Cross, London

Closing date midnight 21st April. Interviews will be held week commencing 28th April.

We're seeking an experienced philanthropy manager to take the lead on developing long-term support from philanthropists and high net worth individuals. In this crucial post, you'll build relationships to help create a world without barriers for blind and partially sighted people.

This role will suit someone with very strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills, who is confident reaching out to donors and prospective donors and bringing the sparkle to stewardship. You'll enjoy meeting people in person and will thrive on developing creative approaches to drive income. If you can spot opportunities and collaborate across the RNIB to make things happen, this role is for you.

In return you'll be joining our team at an exciting point in RNIB's journey. We foster a flexible, supportive and collaborative environment through our team values: expert, pioneering, ingenious, united and relentless. We actively encourage applicants with lived experience of sight loss to apply.

If you'd like an informal chat about this role, please contact Jo Clark Senior Philanthropy Manager at .

What We Offer

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 26 days of holiday per year (plus bank holidays) which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11% and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

For more information on our available benefits, please visit our .

How to Apply

If you'd like to apply for this opportunity, please apply online, uploading your CV and supporting statement, telling us how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification.

Job title: Philanthropy Manager

We are seeking our first Philanthropy Manager to cultivate, solicit and steward a portfolio of donors and prospective donors (including alumni and other individuals, companies and charities) to generate major gifts £10,000 - £1 million+ for the Trust.

The successful candidate will join a small Executive Team of two (Director and Stewardship Officer) and work closely with our newly appointed Chair (from 6 July 2025), the Board of Trustees, and members of its sub-committee for Alumni Relations, Fundraising and Communications.

The first Kennedy Scholars departed for Harvard and MIT in 1966. In 2026 we will celebrate the 60th anniversary of this significant milestone in our history. The impact of this life-changing opportunity over the past 60 years will feature strongly in our new fundraising campaign.

Reporting to: Director of the Kennedy Memorial Trust (KMT)

Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week. We understand that full-time hours may not suit all candidates, so there is some flexibility in the hours and work schedule.

Contract: Permanent

Compensation: Salary £45,000 FTE, 30 days holiday plus bank hols (FTE) and 8% employer pension contribution after 3 months’ service

Location: Home-based but within easy access to London. The post holder can work on a hybrid basis, combining predominately home-working with regular in-person meetings in London. Travel from home to London for work and meetings will be paid in accordance with any expenses policies in force at the time.

The role involves some travel, in addition to the London working requirement, for meetings/events with donors, scholars, trustees and other stakeholders – ie monthly within the UK and twice a year to the US. There will also be occasional evening and weekend commitments.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are a key part of our values, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Please note, we are unable to offer a work visa for this role and so you must have the right to reside and work permanently in the UK.

About the Kennedy Memorial Trust

The Kennedy Memorial Trust funds exceptional UK students to pursue graduate studies at Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Established as a ‘living memorial’ to President Kennedy following his assassination, the Trust has supported around 600 Kennedy Scholars since the first cohort in 1966. In addition to the scholarships, the Trust manages and maintains a memorial at Runnymede in Surrey.

The Trust prides itself on the talent and service of the candidates it selects. Following their time at Harvard or MIT, scholars have gone on to play leading roles in the UK and across the world, in public service, the law, science/technology, health, education, business, charities, the arts and media. Alumni of the programme include Lady Mary Arden (Supreme Court Justice from 2018 to 2022), Lord Mervyn King (Bank of England Governor from 2003 to 2013). David Miliband (ex Foreign Secretary, now CEO of the International Rescue Committee), Dame Kate Bingham (Chair of the UK Government's Vaccine Taskforce), Zanny Minton Beddoes (Editor-in-Chief, The Economist), and Matt Clifford CBE (Co-founder of Entrepreneur First and Chair of the UK's Advanced Research and Invention Agency).

The Trust is a registered charity (number 234715) and is responsible for the Kennedy Memorial Fund. In accordance with the Deed, Trustees are appointed by the UK Prime Minister, the Presidents of Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or by the President of the United States. Originally funded by public donation, the Trust has developed a medium-scale fundraising programme over the last decade and is now planning a more ambitious campaign as the foundation for its future development.

The role

1. Fundraising activity

Contribute to the development of the new fundraising strategy.

Research, identify and pursue fundraising opportunities that meet the Trust’s strategic objectives.

Lead one-on-one and small group meetings with Trustees and key supporters to identify, develop and deliver fundraising objectives.

Assist Trustees in developing and maintaining their portfolios of prospects and donors.

Write compelling fundraising proposals and applications for funding, including bespoke proposals tailored to specific individuals.

Initiate and nurture relationships with potential high-level donors aiming to establish a strong and long-term philanthropic relationship

Lead one-on-one and small group meetings with high-level donors and potential donors and ask them for significant financial contributions.

Maintain and develop professional, trusted and productive relationships with current and past donors, and with a range of priority stakeholders.

Use appropriate and effective negotiation skills to motivate and guide donors to make gifts at a high level.

2. Processes and Procedures

Ensure the Trust is compliant with all relevant aspects of the Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Fundraising Practice and the Charity Commission.

Maintain a professional approach to handling sensitive and confidential information, complying with privacy and data protection legislation.

Maintain the Trust’s suite of policies and procedures related to fundraising and donor engagement.

Actively engage in external networks to identify new prospective donors.

Contribute to monthly and quarterly fundraising performance reports and present progress to the trustee board and its committe

Accurately record donor interactions in the CRM database and contribute to improving data management and analysis processes.

Regularly update the Executive team on fundraising activities and seek their input and support as needed.

Work closely with the Stewardship Officer to develop and implement solicitation and stewardship plans for donors and prospects.

Participate in team decision-making by suggesting creative solutions and engaging in strategic planning discussions.

Any other duties which may be required by the Director.

Other Responsibilities

As a small organisation we ask staff to remain flexible in their role responsibilities and so the JD will vary from time to time.

Experience and education required:

Experience of professional fundraising, with a track record of successfully securing major (£10k+) gifts from individuals, Foundations and businesses.

Educated to degree level

Experience of delivering a fundraising programme and pipeline to meet financial targets.

Experience identifying, negotiating and managing resource requirements in support of fundraising activity

Experience of having worked with high-level donors

Demonstrable understanding of higher education in UK and US

Demonstrable understanding of data protection/ Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Fundraising Practice and the Charity Commission.

High computer literacy in standard office packages and experience in using databases.

Competencies required:

The ability to work effectively on own initiative and within a team.

The ability to motivate and enthuse donors and prospective donors.

Excellent negotiation skills.

Excellent administrative and organisational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both spoken and written.

Adaptability and resilience.

Tact and sensitivity.

Knowledge and understanding of current affairs and higher education in the UK and US.

Personal Attributes required:

Exceptional social confidence and adeptness in building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders

Excellent time and project management skills and the ability to organise work effectively to meet deadlines.

Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with a record of communicating

information to a variety of audiences.

Good judgement and the ability to deal appropriately with confidential information or other sensitive issues.

Empathy and the ability to understand and articulate the personal, academic, and career aspirations of our scholars.

Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter.

Commitment to equality and diversity, treating people from all backgrounds with respect and dignity.

Willingness to invest in continued personal development.

The ability to make independent decisions daily.

How to apply and time of interviews

Please apply with a CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the Experience required criteria outlined above and what you would bring to the role by end of the day 25th April.

Please include the details of two referees, including one we may contact if you are shortlisted.

Interviews are planned to take place on 9th or 16th May in Central London.

If you are offered the post, you will be asked to provide proof of your right-to-work, your identity, and we will contact the second referee you have nominated.

Are you a passionate and experienced major donor fundraiser looking for a role that will not only make a real difference, but also shape the future of a growing and impactful charity? Kidz Klub Leeds is looking for a Philanthropy Manager to drive their fundraising efforts to new heights and help them reach more children in need across Leeds.

“I often feel up against it in the community, but Kidz Klub is one of the little pockets of sunshine.”

Since their launch in March 2000, Kidz Klub Leeds have worked with children in every area of their lives, in their communities, homes and schools. They currently work with 1250+ children and their families in the most deprived areas across Leeds each week. Kids Klub Leeds believes that the children are the community changers and nation shakers and that their job is to help them to shine.

The charity’s vision is lasting transformation through the love of God for the most vulnerable children, their families and communities in Leeds. They work in partnership across the church, the city and beyond and are passionate about seeing those with the least, supported with the very best.

About the Role

This newly created senior fundraising position is an exciting, career-defining opportunity! As Philanthropy Manager you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing the charity’s Major Donor and Individual Giving strategies, ensuring they achieve their ambitious income growth.

As part of our supportive and passionate fundraising team, you will:

• Develop and grow the Major Donor and Individual Giving programmes.
• Create compelling campaigns that inspire generosity and long-term commitment from donors.
• Engage and steward donors, taking them on a meaningful journey with our cause.
• Implement digital and in-person strategies to attract new supporters.
• Build and lead a future fundraising team, shaping the direction of philanthropic giving for years to come.

About You

You should be an experienced major donor fundraiser with a proven track record in securing high net worth gifts. You will understand the power of storytelling and how to create meaningful engagement with supporters. You should be:

• A natural relationship builder, confident in making funding asks and developing long-term donor partnerships.
• A strategic thinker, able to develop and implement systems that ensure growth and sustainability.
• Organised and proactive, skilled at juggling multiple projects while maintaining excellent communication.
• Motivated to lead, with the potential to grow the role into a leadership position, developing a team around you in the future.

Perhaps most importantly, you should be passionate about making an impact, excited about the charity’s mission and the children they serve. You should be committed to raising funds to enable the frontline work of Kidz Klub Leeds to take place and be a passionate ambassador for the charity.

Kidz Klub Leeds is a faith based Christian Charity. Therefore, the charity welcomes applications from those who are happy to support and work within the Christian values, in order to effectively communicate with Christian financial supporters as well as a wider support base.

Why Kidz Klub Leeds

Kidz Klub Leeds is an inclusive place to work, with professional development and excellent support and wellbeing care in place for staff members. The Leadership Team and Trustees are highly supportive of the fundraising team and are actively involved. This is an extremely exciting time to join and contribute to the growth of this inspirational charity.  They offer a great range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave of 6 weeks, plus bank holidays
• Trusts Pension policy
• Bonus day of leave per 5 years worked scheme
• Wellbeing care
• Excellent team environment
• Professional development

Please be aware this role is subject to successful references and DBS in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy.

This role is permanent and full time however potential for a part time or term time only role for the right candidate. The role will include some out of office hours (eg. some evenings and weekends for presentations and events) and travel will be required to events and to represent the charity.

If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then do get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Charlie or Leanne at Charity Horizons.

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. Also, please let us know if you require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us.

 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.

Salary: £30,000-£33,000
35 hours per week
Hybrid, 1-2 days per week at RNIB's headquarters in Kings Cross, London

Closing date midnight 21st April. Interviews will be held week commencing 28th April.

We're looking for an enthusiastic, approachable and creative Philanthropy Officer to join our team of expert high value fundraisers. You'll be an excellent relationship builder and a strong communicator with a good understanding of database and data management.

We welcome applications from people with enthusiasm and understanding of relationship building and fundraising, and stewarding gifts of £1k and above. You may already work in the charity sector and be looking for a step up. Perhaps you have a background in sales, education, customer service, or marketing and communications.

Wherever you join us from, you'll be excited about working with an ambitious, flexible and creative team, focusing on driving income to benefit the blind and partially sighted community.

In return you'll be joining our team at an exciting point in RNIB's journey. We foster a flexible, supportive and collaborative environment through our team values: expert, pioneering, ingenious, united and relentless. We actively encourage applicants with lived experience of sight loss to apply.
If you'd like an informal chat about this role, please contact Jo Clark, Senior Philanthropy Manager at .

What We Offer

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 26 days of holiday per year (plus bank holidays) which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11% and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

For more information on our available benefits, please visit our .

How to Apply

If you'd like to apply for this opportunity, please apply online, uploading your CV and supporting statement, telling us how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification.

Salary: £36,000-£38,000 per year
35 hours per week
Hybrid, 1-2 days per week at RNIB's headquarters in Kings Cross, London

Closing date midnight 21st April. Interviews will be held week commencing 28th April.

We're seeking an experienced philanthropy manager to develop and build relationships with trusts and foundations and drive income for RNIB. In this crucial post, you'll help create a world without barriers for blind and partially sighted people.

As Philanthropy Manager - Trusts, you'll take the lead in securing single and multi-year grants from regional and national grant making trusts and foundations, developing long-term support in line with our fundraising strategy and priorities. You will also line manage a Philanthropy Officer, leading and inspiring them to drive income from our important lower level funders.

The post will suit someone with strong writing and communication skills, who's confident in meeting people face to face and building lasting and impactful relationships. You'll thrive on developing creative approaches to achieve team income targets whilst providing excellent, engaging stewardship for donors.

In return you'll be joining our team at an exciting point in RNIB's journey. We foster a flexible, supportive and collaborative environment through our team values: expert, pioneering, ingenious, united and relentless. We actively encourage applicants with lived experience of sight loss to apply.

If you'd like an informal chat about this role, please contact Jo Clark Senior Philanthropy Manager at .

What We Offer

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 26 days of holiday per year (plus bank holidays) which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11% and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

For more information on our available benefits, please visit our .

How to Apply

If you'd like to apply for this opportunity, please apply online, uploading your CV and supporting statement, telling us how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification.