Philanthropy Manager

WaterAid; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven Philanthropy Manager to spearhead fundraising efforts and build impactful relationships. In this pivotal role, you will develop and implement innovative strategies to engage high-net-worth individuals and secure substantial donations. Your expertise in business development and proposal writing will be crucial as you work towards ambitious income targets, all while contributing to the vital mission of ensuring clean water and hygiene for all. Join a passionate team committed to making a difference and enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions and creativity.

Benefits

36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)

Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave

Generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%

Flexible and agile-working arrangements

Season Ticket Loan

Free annual eye tests

Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay

Shared Parental Leave

Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Proven ability to raise income from new business and manage a philanthropy portfolio.
• Experience in compelling proposal and report writing for a philanthropic audience.

Responsibilities

• Build a sustainable pipeline of new business prospects with potential donations.
• Develop high-quality funding propositions and reports tailored to donor requirements.
• Support the delivery of first-class stewardship and cultivation events.

Skills

Business Development

Proposal Writing

Relationship Building

Fundraising

Strategic Planning

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

We really appreciate that you want to work with us to help reach everyone everywhere with access to clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. Please take the time below to review the job details and view the full job information PDF pack below. When you are ready to proceed click ‘Apply’ to upload your CV and Cover Letter as a single document and apply for this role. We wish you the best of luck with your application.

Job title

Philanthropy Manager

Contract: Permanent, Full time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £39,358 - £41,325 per annum with excellent benefits.

Location: London, UK

Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.

About WaterAid

Want to use your skills in building new relationships to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere? We need passionate, creative and dedicated people. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be yourself at your very best. Together, we will make a bigger difference. Join WaterAid as Philanthropy Manager to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good.

About the Team:

The WaterAid Philanthropy & Trusts team grows crucial individual philanthropic relationships. We have an ambitious strategy and growth plan, whilst raising significant funding for WaterAid’s work.

Job Description

About the Role:

As our driven and passionate Philanthropy Manager you will have a proven track record of business development and raising income from new and exciting partnerships. Those partnerships you secure, you will go on to provide excellent stewardship.

You’ll also:

• Build a sustainable pipeline of new business prospects with the potential to give at £100k+ per annum.
• Develop high quality funding propositions and reports in line with donor requirements.
• Support the Philanthropy & Events Manager with the delivery of first class stewardship and cultivation events.
• Develop and implement creative solicitation plans to maximise donor engagement and income, delivering against a £450k+ personal income target which is made up of existing and new business prospects.
• Research, develop and write high quality funding proposals, appeal letters and reports, personalised to your donors. Secure grants for unrestricted funds and complex restricted funding projects tailored to donor requirements.
• Develop an excellent knowledge of WaterAid’s work, liaise with colleagues to prepare and present high-quality information such as tailored presentations and proposals for the donor.
• Help develop cross-selling opportunities with other teams in WaterAid, to maximise major donor prospects and new relationships.
• Maintain an awareness of philanthropy trends, news, events and legislation in the UK and – where appropriate – overseas.

About You:

• Have a proven ability to raise income from new business, manage a new philanthropy portfolio and achieve targets as part of a strategic plan.
• Be able to develop strong relationships with individuals, identifying opportunities for growth and innovative engagement.
• Have experience of compelling proposal and report writing for a philanthropic audience.

Although not essential, we also prefer you to have:

• Experience in peer to peer fundraising.
• Experience in developing and executing a new business prospecting strategy.

Closing date: Applications will close 23:59 on Sunday 12th January 2025. Availability for interview is required for first round interviews on Thursday 22nd January 2025 and second round interviews on 28th of January 2025.

How to Apply:

To see the full job pack, please click ‘Apply’. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter into one document in either Word Document or PDF format. In your cover letter, please can you answer the following questions:

• What experience do you have in developing and executing a new business strategy?
• What experience do you have in raising five to six figure gifts?
• What experience do you have in working with HNWI and philanthropists?

Pre-employment screening:

In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. All our vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy.

Additional information

• 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
• We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
• Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
• Season Ticket Loan
• Free annual eye tests
• Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave

Our Commitment

Our People Promise: We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal opportunities:

We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.

Safeguarding:

We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.