Farleigh Hospice – Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager
Farleigh Hospice is a high performing organisation providing specialist palliative and end of life care for people with life limiting illness in the Mid Essex region. Our team has grown and evolved to meet the changing needs of the community, and our work is possible thanks to outstanding community support.
The Role
This is a pivotal role within our Income Generation team, leading our high-value fundraising portfolio including major donors, corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, legacy and in-memory giving. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, you will shape and deliver a strategy and build a team to build meaningful, long-term relationships and maximise sustainable income, ensuring Farleigh Hospice remains a charity of choice for supporters and partners.
What You’ll Do
* Develop and deliver a philanthropy and partnerships strategy aligned to organisational goals
* Build and manage a pipeline of high-value supporters, including major donors, corporates and trusts
* Work closely with our corporate fundraiser to secure and develop corporate partnerships, creating compelling engagement opportunities and sponsorship packages
* Ensure excellent major donor stewardship, delivering personalised engagement and relationship plans
* Oversee trust and foundation applications, ensuring high-quality submissions and reporting
* Support the growth of legacy, in-memory and tribute giving
* Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team and volunteers
* Use data, insight and KPIs to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
* Significant experience in philanthropy, corporate or high-value fundraising
* A proven track record of securing major gifts, partnerships or grants
* Experience managing high-value relationships and pipelines
* Strong leadership and team management experience
* Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills
* Strategic thinking combined with strong commercial and analytical ability
Charity or hospice experience is desirable, but the most important is your ability to build lasting relationships and turn opportunities into meaningful income and impact.
In return, we offer a great working environment, a competitive pay and benefit package, flexible working and a strong team to support you.
Farleigh Hospice is committed to creating an inclusive working environment where diversity is recognised and celebrated. To achieve this we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Farleigh Hospice operates a six-month probation period. Positions may be subject to DBS Disclosure. Charity Registration No: 284670.
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