Philanthropy Manager
Salary: £47,665 per annum
Location: Dorset / Hybrid working available
Reporting to: Deputy CEO
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced relationship fundraiser to lead and grow our philanthropy programme across major donors, trusts and foundations, mid-value giving, and legacy stewardship.
This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to shape strategy, build meaningful donor relationships, and secure transformational funding that directly supports our mission and long-term growth.
Working closely with the Deputy CEO and senior leadership team, you'll develop and deliver a clear high-value fundraising strategy while personally managing a portfolio of major donors and funders. You'll also lead a small specialist team, helping create a strong culture of supporter engagement, stewardship, and income growth.
This role would suit an established Philanthropy or Major Gifts fundraiser who is ready to take on broader strategic responsibility within a collaborative and ambitious organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver a clear philanthropy and high-value fundraising strategy
Build, manage and grow a portfolio of major donors, trusts, and high-net-worth supporters
Secure five and six figure gifts through compelling relationship management and fundraising proposals
Identify and develop new philanthropic income opportunities
Lead and support a small specialist fundraising team
Work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders to shape and deliver high-value funding opportunities
Oversee donor stewardship, cultivation plans, and supporter engagement activity
Monitor income pipelines, fundraising performance, budgets, and reporting
Support the development of legacy stewardship activity and long-term donor relationships About You
We're looking for someone who combines strong relationship-building skills with strategic fundraising experience.
You'll ideally bring:
Proven success in major donor and/or trusts fundraising
A strong track record of securing significant gifts and meeting income targets
Experience managing donor pipelines and high-value supporter relationships
Confidence engaging senior stakeholders, trustees, and high-net-worth individuals
Excellent communication and influencing skills
Experience leading, mentoring, or managing colleagues
A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work both strategically and hands-on#Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in shaping and growing a developing philanthropy programme with genuine long-term potential.
You'll join a supportive and ambitious team, work closely with senior leadership, and have the opportunity to make a visible impact through transformational fundraising.
To Apply
If you're motivated by building meaningful donor relationships and securing funding that changes lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.
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