Philanthropy Officer
We are seeking a motivated and detail focused individual to support major donor and legacy fundraising activity, ensuring exceptional stewardship and first class supporter care.
Position: Philanthropy Officer
Salary: £29,000
Location: Hybrid with regular office working in London SE11
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 10am, Monday 12 January 2026
About the Role
This is a key opportunity for someone who thrives on structure, accuracy and stewardship. You will provide vital administrative and coordination support to relationship fundraising, ensuring donor records are accurate, communications are high quality and supporter journeys are handled with professionalism and warmth.
Your work will support a range of major donor activities including prospect research, event logistics, data management, producing communications and coordinating stewardship tasks. You will manage donor information on CRM systems, support Gift Aid and reporting, prepare briefing materials and help deliver well organised fundraising events from invites to follow up.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain and update donor data and records, ensuring accurate logging of communication and donations
* Process and record pledges, support finance reconciliation and enable Gift Aid processes
* Research prospects and prepare concise background notes and profiles
* Support donor communications including emails, letters, and reports
* Assist with logistics for donor events including invitations, RSVP tracking, materials and delivery
* Respond professionally to supporter enquiries and support legacy stewardship
* Ensure compliance with GDPR and fundraising regulations
* Produce mailing lists, segmented data and supporter reporting
About You
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail and pride in administrative accuracy
* Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining quality
* Confident using CRM systems and digital tools
* Professional written communication skills with the ability to draft compelling supporter content
* Comfortable supporting events and managing logistics
* Proactive, reliable and motivated by delivering high standards
* Knowledge or experience in donor stewardship or charity administration is desirable
* A collaborative team player who can work independently and with initiative
About the Organisation
This role sits within a forward thinking mission driven organisation focused on supporting access and progression in music education and widening participation. You will join a collaborative and supportive team environment committed to delivering excellence and positive impact across fundraising, programmes and partnerships.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Development Officer, Fundraising Administrator, Donor Relations Assistant, Legacy Coordinator, Events and Stewardship Officer, Supporter Care Coordinator, Assistant Development Officer, Fundraising Assistant, Community Fundraising Assistant, Individual Giving Assistant, Corporate Partnerships Assistant, Trusts and Foundations Assistant, Supporter Engagement Assistant, Prospect Research Assistant, Grants and Bid Writing Assistant, Events and Fundraising Assistant, Supporter Services Assistant, Income Generation Assistant, Stewardship Assistant, Philanthropy Assistant and Relationship Fundraising Assistant. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.