Philanthropy Lead, Net Zero Carbon (Fixed-Term)

National Church Institutions (Church of England); Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Church Institutions (Church of England) seeks an exceptional relationship fundraiser to lead a growing high-value fundraising programme for its Net Zero Carbon Programme. The role focuses on securing transformational gifts from high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations, while building relationships with senior Church leaders to create compelling funding opportunities.

This hands-on position sits within a small NZC Fundraising Team and Giving Directorate.

Qualifications

• Significant experience securing six- and seven-figure gifts.
• Proven ability to craft compelling asks for high-value donors.
• Experience engaging senior stakeholders and trustees at senior leadership level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a high-value fundraising strategy for the Net Zero Carbon Programme.
• Advise the NZC Programme Board and senior leaders on philanthropy and fundraising.
• Identify opportunities and create impactful proposals and cases for support.
• Grow the network of high-value individual supporters through broad collaboration.
• Oversee prospect research, cultivation, visits, meetings and events.

Skills

High-value fundraising

Stakeholder engagement

Donor cultivation

Proposal development

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

National Church Institutions (Church of England) seeks an exceptional relationship fundraiser to lead a growing high-value fundraising programme for its Net Zero Carbon Programme. The role focuses on securing transformational gifts from high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations, while building relationships with senior Church leaders to create compelling funding opportunities.

This hands-on position sits within a small NZC Fundraising Team and Giving Directorate.