Philanthropy Manager

3 days ago

London, United Kingdom War Child Full time

The Philanthropy Manager is a key member of the Philanthropy & Partner Engagement Department  which sits within War Child’s award-winning Fundraising team. War Child is growing, and the Philanthropy Manager will support the development of the Major Donor Function at War Child to retain and increase our income from major donors so that we can reach more children in the worst conflict affected countries.

Results oriented, you will have strong interpersonal and management skills together with a flexible and proactive approach. This is a great opportunity for a motivated relationship fundraiser with a passion for international development to join a successful and ambitious team.

Your Role

The Philanthropy Manager role is crucial in helping raise funds to enable our rapid growth and the expansion of our impact. Reporting to the Philanthropy Lead, you will be responsible for developing an excellent stewardship programme which grows unrestricted and restricted income and nurtures relationships with War Child’s existing major donors. You will use excellent communication skills to write compelling and tailored proposals to increase our reach.

As an integral member of the Philanthropy and Partner Engagement Department, you will bring creativity, insight and experience to the team, as well as being a key voice and representative internally and externally. You will contribute to the wider Fundraising & Communications strategy by taking a lead role in cross-team projects and activities.

Your Responsibilities 

  • Systematically identify, qualify, and strategise a pipeline for up to six figure gifts for both unrestricted and restricted giving
  • Lead on building an excellent stewardship programme, supporting relationship managers across the team to deliver sector leading supporter journeys
  • Develop and implement strong cultivation and solicitation plans for existing donors to generate significant income from the portfolio. This will include personal meetings, attending networking events, writing proposals/reports and making presentations
  • Take an active role, and lead where relevant, on the planning and delivery of a diverse portfolio of philanthropy events, including events that are hosted by Ambassadors
  • Support on the development of new fundraising products which drive the stewardship programme and the retention of major donors
  • Actively participate in regular department, team or working group meetings, contributing to strategy discussion and decisions that will be beneficial to the development of fundraising activities
  • Record all communications with major donors on War Child’s database, Salesforce, ensuring donor information is kept up to date and properly secured at all times.
  • Monitor income and expenditure targets and provide regular progress reports and updates on performance against target using War Child’s database
  • Take an active role, and lead where relevant, in cross-team working groups to provide insight, advice and gain opportunities for the Philanthropy & Partnerships team
  • Maintain an up to date knowledge of current activities of War Child and be an advocate of the War Child brand at all times
  • Contribute to creating a culture committed to the safeguarding of children and adults and compliant to WCUK’s Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk Policies.
  • Perform other duties as may be required by the Director of Philanthropy & Partner Engagement
  • Contribute to creating a culture committed to the safeguarding of children and adults and compliant to WCUK’s Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk Policies.

    You Are

    • Experienced in a similar fundraising role, with a specialist knowledge of major donor fundraising, ideally within an international development or humanitarian NGO
    • Able to work independently to develop and implement fundraising strategies with a proven track record of securing five-figure gifts and delivering against targets
    • A relationship manager with strong networking skills at senior levels internally and externally
    • Experienced in stewardship strategies for major donors or the development of supporter journeys in order to retain donors
    • Excellent skills in presenting information, verbally and in writing, including briefings and project reports to a range of audiences in a clear and confident manner
    • Able to understand international development including War Child’s vision, mission and values and present War Child’s work with authority
    • Organised and able to plan and prioritise to meet multiple deadlines
    • Able to demonstrate experience of successfully planning and delivering events.
    • Up to date in your knowledge of fundraising regulation, compliance and GDPR, and its implications for fundraising policy and practise.
    • Experienced in database management, ideally Salesforce

  • Philanthropy Manager

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom St John Ambulance Full time

    **About the Role**We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Philanthropy Manager to lead our Philanthropy and Partnerships team. As a key member of our senior leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive philanthropy strategy to drive growth and achieve ambitious targets.**Key Responsibilities**Lead and...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom St John Ambulance Full time

    **About the Role**We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Philanthropy Manager to lead our Philanthropy and Partnerships team. As a key member of our senior leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive philanthropy strategy to drive growth and achieve ambitious targets.**Key Responsibilities**Lead and...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom St John Ambulance Full time

    Philanthropy Manager Full time (35 hours pw)  Our offer to you We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. You will receive: Competitive salary and pension scheme 33 days...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom Royal Ballet and Opera Full time

    The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. As a charity we could not plan for our next programme of artistic work, or our community and outreach projects, without the support of our philanthropists and...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Royal Academy Of Dance Full time

    About the RoleThe Royal Ballet and Opera is seeking an experienced Philanthropy Manager to join our Philanthropy team on a permanent basis. As a key member of our Development and Advocacy Department, you will play a crucial role in managing a number of philanthropic relationships and making a significant contribution to the team through developing new...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Royal Academy Of Dance Full time

    About the RoleThe Royal Ballet and Opera is seeking an experienced Philanthropy Manager to join our Philanthropy team on a permanent basis. As a key member of our Development and Advocacy Department, you will play a crucial role in managing a number of philanthropic relationships and making a significant contribution to the team through developing new...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Royal Ballet and Opera Full time

    The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. As a charity we could not plan for our next programme of artistic work, or our community and outreach projects, without the support of our philanthropists and...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    4 days ago

    london, United Kingdom PROSPECTUS-4 Full time

    Job DescriptionOur client brings together world-class performers and trailblazing creatives teams to share unforgettable performances with audiences near and far. Equally, the Philanthropy and wider Development teams provide unparalleled donor experiences and opportunities to support a wide range of performances and learning events every year. The...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom PROSPECTUS-4 Full time

    Our client brings together world-class performers and trailblazing creatives teams to share unforgettable performances with audiences near and far. Equally, the Philanthropy and wider Development teams provide unparalleled donor experiences and opportunities to support a wide range of performances and learning events every year. The organisation's...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    1 week ago

    London, United Kingdom War Child Full time

    The Philanthropy Manager is a key member of the Philanthropy & Partner Engagement Department  which sits within War Child’s award-winning Fundraising team. War Child is growing, and the Philanthropy Manager will support the development of the Major Donor Function at War Child to retain and increase our income from major donors so that we can reach more...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Prospectus Full time

    The Royal Ballet and Opera brings together world-class performers and trailblazing creatives teams to share unforgettable performances with audiences near and far. Equally, the Philanthropy and wider Development teams provide unparalleled donor experiences and opportunities to support a wide range of performances and learning events every year. The Royal...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Prospectus Full time

    The Royal Ballet and Opera brings together world-class performers and trailblazing creatives teams to share unforgettable performances with audiences near and far. Equally, the Philanthropy and wider Development teams provide unparalleled donor experiences and opportunities to support a wide range of performances and learning events every year. The Royal...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Searchlight Full time

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Philanthropy Manager to join our team at Searchlight. As a key member of our Development team, you will play a pivotal role in securing major gifts and building relationships with our most valued supporters.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading arts organisation, renowned for its...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    1 week ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Searchlight Full time

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Philanthropy Manager to join our team at Searchlight. As a key member of our Development team, you will play a pivotal role in securing major gifts and building relationships with our most valued supporters.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading arts organisation, renowned for its...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Prospectus Full time

    The Royal Ballet and Opera brings together world-class performers and trailblazing creatives teams to share unforgettable performances with audiences near and far. Equally, the Philanthropy and wider Development teams provide unparalleled donor experiences and opportunities to support a wide range of performances and learning events every year. The Royal...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    3 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    About UsSja's West is a leading charity that provides essential first aid services, training, and campaigning. We are proud of our rich heritage and long history of serving humanity, and we are excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future.We work at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    1 hour ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sja's West Full time

    About UsSja's West is a leading charity that provides essential first aid services, training, and campaigning. We are proud of our rich heritage and long history of serving humanity, and we are excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future.We work at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    24 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom HARRIS HILL Full time

    Philanthropy LeadHarris Hill is proud to partner with a pioneering charity dedicated to eradicating modern slavery worldwide. We are seeking a skilled Philanthropy Lead to join their team.Key Responsibilities:Cultivate and strengthen relationships with existing investors, identifying and engaging high net worth individuals and philanthropic foundations to...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    22 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom HARRIS HILL Full time

    Philanthropy LeadHarris Hill is proud to partner with a pioneering charity dedicated to eradicating modern slavery worldwide. We are seeking a skilled Philanthropy Lead to join their team.Key Responsibilities:Cultivate and strengthen relationships with existing investors, identifying and engaging high net worth individuals and philanthropic foundations to...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    10 hours ago

    London (Greater), United Kingdom PROSPECTUS-4 Full time

    Our client brings together world-class performers and trailblazing creatives teams to share unforgettable performances with audiences near and far. Equally, the Philanthropy and wider Development teams provide unparalleled donor experiences and opportunities to support a wide range of performances and learning events every year.All potential candidates...