Research and Operations Lead

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Diabetes UK Full time
Job Summary

Diabetes UK is seeking a highly motivated professional to lead its Philanthropy and Partnerships team. As the Research and Operations Lead, you will be responsible for developing a clear strategy that focuses on sourcing prospective donors to fund key priority projects.

The ideal candidate will have good knowledge and experience of prospect research, philanthropy and partnership fundraising, as well as demonstrable experience in information and data management, analysis and fundraising operations.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Act as the strategic lead for prospecting and data and information management that underpins all of the Philanthropy and Partnerships teams activities.
  • Design and implement innovative and data driven strategies for prospect research, moves management, partnership approval and pipeline development.
  • Develop and deliver an exceptional stewardship programme, encompassing donor communications, events and impact reporting.
  • Evaluate and provide critical analysis of fundraising and prospecting activity to deliver actionable insight, process innovation and project management.
  • Line manage a small team focussing on donor communications, events and prospect research.
About the Role

As a key member of the Philanthropy and Partnerships team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with external partners and internal stakeholders to support the development of relationships between philanthropists, partners and Diabetes UK.

What We Offer:

  • Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time).
  • A Cash Healthcare Plan.
  • Early finish Friday and flexible working.
  • 2 Days TOIL in recognition of fixed shift patterns (pro-rata for part-time).
  • Discounts on gym membership.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Annual season ticket loan.
  • Cycle to work scheme.

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