Senior Philanthropy Manager

Compassion UK; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Compassion UK is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Manager to lead major donor fundraising and build meaningful relationships with generous supporters across the UK. The role is home-based with regular travel in the South of England and a starting salary from £45,930 per annum.

You will develop tailored engagement plans, communicate our mission effectively, and steward partnerships to sustain Compassion's ministry and impact for children living in poverty in Jesus' name.

Qualifications

• Significant major-donor fundraising experience.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and steward major donor relationships.
• Create tailored engagement plans to connect supporters with our mission.
• Lead strategic planning and donor communications.

Skills

Donor relations

Major gifts

Strategic planning

Communication

Job description

Senior Philanthropy Manager

Location: Hampshire, GB, GU32 1BP. Work Type: Work From Home.

Application Deadline: 19 October 2026, 10am. Start Date: 24 September 2026.

Interview Dates

• First-round interviews: 27 October 2026
• Second-round interviews: 4 November 2026

Both interview stages are expected to take place in person at Compassion House, Fleet, GU52 2UT.

About Compassion UK

Compassion is a Christian child development charity that sees beyond poverty to the incredible potential God has placed in every child and family. Partnering with more than 8,900 local churches in 29 countries, we work to release children from poverty in Jesus' name. You can read more about our principles and history on our website.

Do you have significant major-donor fundraising experience and a track record of building trusted relationships that lead to transformational gifts? Or do you know someone who could be a great fit? We'd love for you to share this opportunity with your networks. Compassion UK & Ireland is looking for a Senior Philanthropy Manager to build meaningful relationships with major supporters and prospective philanthropists who share our heart to see children released from poverty in Jesus' name.

You'll develop and steward significant donor relationships, creating tailored engagement plans that help supporters connect deeply with our mission and understand the difference their generosity can make. Through strategic planning, inspiring communication, and excellent relationship management, you'll help cultivate long‑term partnerships that enable Compassion's ministry to flourish.

If you are a relationship‑focused fundraiser with significant major‑donor experience, strong communication skills, and a personal commitment to the Christian faith, this could be an exciting opportunity to use your expertise for lasting impact.

Role snapshot

• Home-based, with regular travel across the South of England
• Full-time 35 hours per week
• Starting salary from £45,930 per annum