Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager (Maternity Cover), hireful

Guardian Jobs; London; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to lead fundraising efforts and cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals. This role is pivotal in shaping engagement plans and ensuring that donors feel connected to their mission of eliminating orphanages. With a strong emphasis on emotional storytelling and relationship management, you will play a key role in unlocking vital support for children in need. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a proven track record in major donor fundraising, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.

Qualifications

• Proven success in securing significant gifts from high-net-worth individuals.
• Strong track record in major donor fundraising.

Responsibilities

• Nurture relationships with high-net-worth individuals and partners.
• Craft bespoke donor journeys to inspire transformational giving.

Skills

Major Donor Fundraising

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Management

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager (Maternity Cover)

Every child belongs in a family. Our Client is working towards a world where orphanages have no place, where children grow up with love, belonging, and hope for the future. They're a trailblazer in global care reform, and now they're looking for a passionate, people-first fundraiser to help bring even more supporters into this mission.

About the role:

As Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager, you’ll nurture deep and meaningful relationships with high-net-worth individuals and partners. You’ll craft bespoke donor journeys that connect people to their cause in ways that are personal, emotional, and unforgettable, helping them unlock vital support and inspire transformational giving.

You’ll take the lead on cultivating and managing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, ensuring each one feels connected to their work and sees the difference they’re making. From first conversations to milestone gifts, you’ll guide each relationship with creativity, care and purpose.

You'll also help shape the next chapter of their growth—strategically identifying new opportunities, building relationships from scratch, and designing tailored engagement plans that reflect each donor’s values and potential.

You'll work closely with colleagues across fundraising, programmes and leadership—joining up the dots between donor passions and their most urgent funding needs.

About you:

You will have a strong track record in major donor fundraising and proven success in securing significant gifts from HNWIs. You will have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and be a collaborative and curious team player, who is passionate for our mission for the dignity and potential of every child.

About The Organisation

They believe children belong in families, never orphanages. Because orphanages harm children. The majority of those who experience life inside an institution suffer violence, abuse and neglect. Denied the chance to grow up in a family, they’re more likely to become homeless later in life, to have run-ins with the law, and to experience mental and physical health issues.

The shocking truth is that these are almost always children who have, or could have, a family to look after them. To love them. But every day, a broken system puts pressure on parents to give up their children. They'll be safe from war, can escape poverty, will get an education. False promises. No child should have to trade their family for their future.

Today, over 5.4 million children are trapped within institutions. It’s not right and it must stop. Children deserve so much better. Always.

Since 1994,Our client has been working to stop the institutionalisation of children. They’re approximately 240 people, in ten countries, inspiring organisations, including the UN, EU and governments around the world, to close the doors of orphanages forever. Instead, they fight for every child to feel the love and belonging of a safe family home.

Further details:

Location: Office based in London or Salisbury, but with generous home working / hybrid options available
Contract Type: Maternity Cover - FTC of up to 1 year
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (4 days will be considered)
Salary: £37,000 to £42,000 per annum pro rata, including any London weighting if applicable.

Next Steps: To apply, please upload your CV and a brief covering letter indicating why you're interested in joining them and (reflecting on the role profile) why you believe your skills and experience make you suitable for the role.

Closing Date: The final cut off for applications is 22 May 2025.

Other information: This post requires the successful candidate to have, or be able to obtain, the right to work in the UK.
They actively encourage diversity, equity and inclusion, and they look to recruit a diverse range of people to reflect the communities in which we live, as they believe this will strengthen their ability to deliver their mission of eliminating orphanages.

You may also have experience in the following: Philanthropy Manager, Partnerships Manager, Head of Philanthropy, Head of Partnerships, Fundraiser, Senior Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Manager, Head of Fundraising, Major Gifts, Corporate Partnerships, Business Development Manager, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, etc.

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