Philanthropy Manager

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer pension contribution

28 days annual leave

Enhanced maternity leave

Job summary

Pancreatic Cancer UK is seeking a Philanthropy Manager to join its ambitious team in London on a hybrid basis. You will grow philanthropic income, manage a portfolio of major donors and high‑value supporters, and develop a strong pipeline of new prospects to secure significant gifts.

Reporting to the Philanthropy Lead, you will provide exceptional donor stewardship, lead the development of a mid‑value programme, and line‑manage the Philanthropy & Partnerships Officer, supported by a skilled team.

Qualifications

• Experience securing philanthropic or major donor gifts and achieving income targets.
• Track record of managing relationships with high-value supporters and delivering donor stewardship.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of major donors and high-value supporters.
• Develop a strong pipeline of new prospects and secure significant gifts.
• Provide exceptional stewardship to maximise donors' impact.
• Lead development of a mid-value programme and line-manage the Philanthropy & Partnerships Officer, supporting their ongoing development and success.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor stewardship

Relationship management

Communication

Education

Relevant degree in fundraising

Job description

Salary: £42,029
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Hybrid - London
Closing date: 20th September
Benefits: Generous employer pension contribution of up to 5%, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, enhanced maternity leave

We have a very exciting opportunity for a Philanthropy Manager to join the amazing team at Pancreatic Cancer UK, a charity with an ambitious vision to double survival rates for pancreatic cancer and that is committed to transforming outcomes through world‑class research, support services and campaigning.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced major donor fundraiser to play a key role in growing philanthropic income and supporter engagement. Working closely with the Philanthropy Lead, you will manage a portfolio of major donors and high‑value supporters, develop a strong pipeline of new prospects, secure significant gifts, and provide exceptional stewardship to help supporters maximise their impact. You will also lead the development of a mid‑value programme and line‑manage the Philanthropy & Partnerships Officer, supporting their ongoing development and success.

This is a fantastic development opportunity for a senior fundraiser keen to broaden their experience. With responsibility for line management, pipeline strategy and donor stewardship, you'll be supported to develop your leadership skills while making a significant contribution to Pancreatic Cancer UK's ambitious goals.

To be successful as the Philanthropy Manager, you will need:

• Experience securing philanthropic or major donor gifts and achieving income targets.
• A successful track record of managing relationships with high‑value supporters and delivering excellent donor stewardship.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders.