We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Philanthropy Officer to join a growing fundraising team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering vital income from philanthropic supporters during a period of continued growth and increasing demand for services.
You will manage and develop a portfolio of trusts, foundations, and major donors, guiding them through the full philanthropy giving cycle, from identification and cultivation to stewardship and recognition.
Key responsibilities include:
- Identifying, developing and managing relationships with funders and donors to meet income targets
- Maximising income through effective stewardship and relationship management
- Writing compelling funding proposals, reports, and presentations
- Securing funding for projects, programmes, and core costs
- Researching and identifying new funding opportunities
- Managing and maintaining a strong pipeline of prospects
- Monitoring and reporting on financial and non-financial KPIs
- Supporting strategic development of the philanthropy programme
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- Proven experience in a philanthropy or fundraising role within the charity or not-for-profit sector
- A strong track record of securing and managing donor relationships
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Experience managing donor portfolios and pipelines
- The ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including trusts, major donors, and senior volunteers
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A proactive, results driven approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- A full driving licence and access to your own transport
Full job description available upon request.
Salary: £32,861 pro rata
Contract Type: 12 months FTC, part-time, 26 hrs a week
Location: Huntingdon
Application: Cv and Supporting statement to hannah.laking@harrishill.co.uk
Deadline: On rolling basis
If you’re interested and would like to review a full job description, please contact Hannah at Harris Hill at Hannah.Laking@harrishill.co.uk
Harris Hill Charities Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
