Philanthropy Manager

JR United Kingdom; Rugby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Major Donor Manager to develop a Major Giving program aimed at securing high-value gifts. This dynamic role involves identifying and cultivating relationships with major donors, overseeing daily operations, and ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication and organizational skills, alongside a proven track record in fundraising. Join this impactful organization and make a difference in the community through individual and trust-based philanthropy.

Qualifications

• Proven success in securing 5-figure gifts from major donors.
• Experience in developing donor pipelines and meeting fundraising targets.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead a major giving programme to generate new income.
• Personally manage a portfolio of major donors and trusts.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Data Literacy

Organizational Skills

Job description

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This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop a Major Giving program targeting large individual and trust donations. The Major Donor Manager will identify, cultivate, solicit, and maintain relationships with major donors, ensuring high engagement, satisfaction, and account management. Additionally, the role oversees daily program operations to sustain its success.

Play a key role in shaping and growing the major giving programme. My client is seeking a dynamic relationship-builder to secure high-value gifts and deliver meaningful income through individual and trust-based philanthropy.

Person Specification

They are looking for someone who:

• Has proven success in securing 5-figure gifts from major donors.
• Brings experience in developing donor pipelines and meeting fundraising targets.
• Possesses outstanding communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.
• Is numerate, data-literate, and confident in reporting on financial and strategic outcomes.
• Demonstrates alignment with our values, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit.
• Has strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex donor portfolios.

Role Responsibilities

• Design and lead a major giving programme to generate new income.
• Identify and cultivate high-value prospects in collaboration with the Prospect Research Officer.
• Personally manage a portfolio of major donors and trusts with tailored stewardship.
• Develop a compliance framework for high-value giving, ensuring legal and ethical standards.
• Produce and manage budgets, KPI reports, and performance analysis.
• Deliver a high standard of donor engagement and customer service across the programme.
• Support organisational compliance in safeguarding, data protection, EDI, and quality.

Apply today and be part of something truly impactful!

The role is subject to a DBS check.

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