Head of Philanthropy

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service pension

32 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced family leave policies

Job summary

The British Council is seeking a Head of Philanthropy to lead and shape a high-value philanthropy programme with UK and international impact. You will oversee donor cultivation, steward relationships with major donors and patrons, and identify new income opportunities to maximise support for globally significant programmes.

You will report to the senior lead for income generation and manage a specialist team, driving fundraising best practices across a complex international organisation.

Qualifications

• Significant experience securing and cultivating relationships with high-net-worth donors and major philanthropists.
• Proven track record developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies, including securing six-figure gifts.
• Experience leading teams and managing senior internal and external stakeholders to drive a strong fundraising culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of a philanthropy strategy focused on acquiring, retaining and growing support from major donors and patrons.
• Oversee donor cultivation and stewardship programmes and develop relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
• Identify new income opportunities and work with senior stakeholders across the organisation to maximise philanthropic support.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

Salary: £56,813 - £69,206 (plus £3,300 London weighting if applicable)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Hybrid 2 days/week in Stratford, London

Closing date: Wednesday 4 November - mid day

Benefits: Civil Service pension with up to 28% employer contribution, 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, enhanced family leave policies

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Philanthropy, working for the British Council, a globally recognised cultural and educational organisation that creates international opportunities through arts, education and cultural exchange programmes. Reporting to the senior lead responsible for income generation, this is a rare opportunity to lead and shape a high-value philanthropy programme with both UK and international impact.

As part of this exciting role, you will lead the development and delivery of a philanthropy strategy focused on acquiring, retaining and growing support from major donors and patrons. You will oversee donor cultivation and stewardship programmes, develop relationships with high-net-worth individuals, identify new income opportunities and work closely with senior stakeholders across a complex international organisation. You will also provide leadership to a specialist team, drive fundraising best practice and help maximise philanthropic support for a diverse portfolio of globally significant programmes.

To be successful as the Head of Philanthropy you will need:

• Significant experience securing and cultivating relationships with high-net-worth donors and major philanthropists.
• A proven track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies, including securing six-figure gifts.
• Experience leading teams and managing senior internal and external stakeholders to drive a strong fundraising culture.

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.