The Philanthropy Manager

Mencap; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading charity as a Philanthropy Manager and help expand our crucial fundraising efforts. In this full-time role based in London, you will lead initiatives to secure significant donations, develop key relationships, and drive our growth strategy. We offer flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring you can make a lasting impact in our mission to support those in need.

Benefits

32 days of paid holiday including bank holidays

Discounts at leading retailers

Access to health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Proven experience in philanthropy or major donor engagement.
• Strong communication skills for narrative crafting.
• Confidence in researching prospective donors.

Responsibilities

• Secure transformative donations focusing on multi-year partnerships.
• Identify new philanthropic prospects including high-net-worth individuals.
• Develop and manage a portfolio of mid- to high-value donors.

Skills

Communication

Strategic Mindset

Relationship Management

Research

Passion for Mission

Job description

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Do you have the vision and drive to grow a high-value philanthropy programme that changes lives? Do you thrive on securing transformational gifts that make a lasting impact?

This is an exciting time to join us. As part of our growing and ambitious fundraising team, you’ll play a vital role in strengthening valued relationships and reaching new audiences - securing the funding we need to meet rising demand for our support, now and into the future.

We’re expanding our Philanthropy Programme and are looking for a passionate and strategic Philanthropy Manager to help drive this growth.

This is a full-time, permanent position (37.5 hours per week) based in London. While we are flexible regarding your work location, there is an expectation to attend the London office occasionally for ad-hoc meetings and training sessions. The role will also require occasional travel within the UK to attend face-to-face meetings, as necessary.

Key Responsibilities as our Philanthropy Manager

• Secure five-and-six figure donations, with a focus on multi-year strategic partnerships.
• Identify and research new philanthropic prospects, including trusts, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Develop and manage a portfolio of mid- to high-value donors, cultivating relationships that lead to significant, multi-year support.
• Create compelling, tailored proposals and stewardship plans aligned with our strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the organization to gather insights and develop cases for support.
• Contribute to the strategic development and growth of the Philanthropy Programme.
• Monitor KPIs and ensure accurate reporting of income and impact.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in philanthropy, trust fundraising, or major donor engagement.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive narratives and build rapport with a range of stakeholders.
• Confidence in identifying and researching prospective donors.
• A proactive, strategic mindset and a collaborative approach to relationship management.
• A genuine passion for our mission and values.

If you’re ready to use your skills to grow a high-impact philanthropy programme and help shape the future of our fundraising, please apply now with an up-to-date CV.

This role will close on Sunday, 13th July. First-round interviews will be conducted via Teams during the week commencing 14th July. Second-round interviews will take place in person in London during the week commencing 21st July.

Benefits

We offer an impressive range of benefits, including 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rata), discounts at leading retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and more. For details, see the attached document outlining all benefits available to our team.