Head of Development & Philanthropy

South Hampstead High School, GDST; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary progression

Professional development opportunities

Training grants for qualifications

Generous pension schemes

Free life assurance

Interest-free loans for training

Cycle to Work scheme

Fees discount for GDST schools

Job summary

South Hampstead High School – GDST is seeking a Director of Development to shape a bold, multi-year fundraising and engagement strategy that expands bursaries and strengthens alumnae relations. You will lead major gifts, campaigns, annual giving, trusts and foundations, legacy giving and donor stewardship to support transformational education.

Working with the Head, senior leaders and GDST colleagues, you will build a sustainable culture of philanthropy across the school community, delivering

Qualifications

• Strategic, relationship-led development professional with significant experience in philanthropy.
• Proven track record securing major gifts, managing donor pipelines and campaigns.
• Ability to work with senior stakeholders and inspire broad community support.

Responsibilities

• Lead major gift fundraising, campaigns and annual giving programs.
• Oversee trusts and foundations, legacy giving and donor stewardship.
• Engage alumnae, parents, staff and friends to grow philanthropy and impact.

Skills

Major gifts fundraising

Campaign planning

Stakeholder engagement

Donor stewardship

Job description

South Hampstead High School – GDST is seeking a Director of Development to shape a bold, multi-year fundraising and engagement strategy that expands bursaries and strengthens alumnae relations. You will lead major gifts, campaigns, annual giving, trusts and foundations, legacy giving and donor stewardship to support transformational education.

Working with the Head, senior leaders and GDST colleagues, you will build a sustainable culture of philanthropy across the school community, delivering