Head of Philanthropy - Global

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK seeks a Head of Philanthropy – Global to enhance its international major gifts program. The successful candidate will grow relationships with high-value donors, manage a significant portfolio, and develop innovative fundraising strategies. This role requires a dynamic individual with a proven record in fundraising and the ability to inspire others to contribute to impactful philanthropic projects. Join the university's ambitious campaign to raise over £600 million in charitable funding and make a significant impact in higher education.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing high-value portfolios.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in developing fundraising strategies.

Responsibilities

• Grow international major gifts programme.
• Develop fundraising strategies for Asia and North America.
• Manage a personal portfolio of six figure donors.

Skills

Experience in major gifts fundraising

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Job description

Overview

A key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office's (DARO) Philanthropy team, you will be responsible for growing major gifts opportunities and building a sustainable pipeline of future donations from global philanthropic markets.

You will have experience of delivering against financial targets, along with the ability to translate complex information into a compelling ask in both verbal and written form.

Responsibilities

As the Head of Philanthropy - Global, you will be responsible for growing our international major gifts programme. In collaboration with the Associate Director of Philanthropy you will develop and implement fundraising strategies to increase major giving in Asia and North America as well as emerging areas of focus.

You will manage a personal portfolio of six figure + (GBP) potential supporters and personally raise gifts in excess of £1m p/a. You will manage the international philanthropy team of two individuals and support them to deliver their annual fundraising and supporting targets.

As a senior fundraiser in DARO, you will be innovative, self‑motivated, and take ownership of fundraising opportunities. As part of a dynamic team and led by some of the most respected names in higher education fundraising, you will work across the University to generate significant gifts for amazing philanthropic projects and encourage new donors to make long‑term, sustainable gifts. You will have an enthusiasm for building relationships, the skill to interact with high‑level donors and supporters, and the ability to showcase the game‑changing work of our academics and clinicians.

Campaign

Join us in the ambitious 'Birmingham In Action' campaign, which commits to raising over £600 million of charitable funding and 1 million volunteer hours, positioning the University of Birmingham as one of the leaders in philanthropy in the UK. To fulfil our exciting campaign ambitions, we are recruiting a Head of Philanthropy – Global, to maximise philanthropic funding and to take our campaign to the next level.