Head of Fundraising

ChiCara; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Head of Fundraising to join their dynamic team in Mayfair. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by developing and executing innovative fundraising strategies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in securing high-value donations and building relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals. You will collaborate with a small, dedicated team to create tailored engagement plans and establish strategic partnerships. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to thrive in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

33 days annual holiday

Employer pension

Medical insurance

Life assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in securing five and six-figure gifts.
• Experience with UHNWIs and building long-term relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a sponsorship strategy to cover costs of major events.
• Cultivate relationships with major donors for substantial gifts.

Skills

Fundraising Experience

Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Job description

Head of Fundraising - Mayfair (based in office 5 days)

A fabulous opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fundraiser with energy, commitment, and ideas. Join a small team within a larger organisation (65 staff) in fabulous offices in Mayfair. The role will include:

Responsibilities:

1. Delivery on a sponsorship strategy:
   • Alleviate the net impact on revenues by covering most or all the costs of delivering a major London venue for the Foundation.
   • Develop a sponsorship prospectus, covering options over multiple tiers.
   • Identify and outreach prospective sponsorship prospects.
2. Donor Cultivation and Stewardship:
   • Identify, engage, and nurture relationships with prospective and existing major donors, including UHNWIs, to secure substantial gifts.
   • Create tailored engagement plans for donors, ensuring personalized stewardship and ongoing relationships.
   • Support the Strategy Director in developing a bespoke stewardship plan for each of our existing and lapsed donors.
   • Align all existing collaterals with impact decks, narratives, theories of change, and audit reports to maintain a consistent tone of voice and understanding of our impact.
3. Partnerships Strategy and Development:
   • Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with external stakeholders, including philanthropic networks, wealth management firms, and relevant organizations.
   • Develop impactful corporate partner relationships with linked brands and wider networks.
   • Support in developing a cohesive narrative for TCCF focusing on our three core pillars.
   • Collaborate with our Brazil counterparts to curate a story bank of anecdotes, case studies, content, and donor communications supporting the central narrative strategy.
   • Develop a calendar of PR moments aligned with fundraising opportunities.

Experience and Abilities:

• Significant fundraising experience with a proven track record of securing five and six-figure gifts.
• Experience working with UHNWIs in a fundraising context, building long-term relationships, and understanding philanthropic motivations.
• Experience in building corporate relationships and securing event or programme sponsorship.
• Strong strategic thinking skills to develop and implement multi-strand fundraising plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience planning and delivering high-profile fundraising events.

What We Offer:

Alongside the opportunity to make a positive impact and work in a dynamic environment, you will receive a competitive salary, including a significant performance-related bonus, and 33 days of annual holiday including public holidays in England.

Additional benefits include: a competitive employer pension, medical insurance, life assurance, and access to our cycle-to-work scheme.