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Strategic Philanthropy Manager Principal Gifts

Work with leading academics and clinicians to secure transformational gifts
Portfolio of ultra-high-net-worth individuals at £3 million plus level
Deliver outstanding prospect proposals and stewardship
Report to Associate Director Development Health
Line management of a Principal Gifts Manager

up to £68,929
King's College London
London
Full Time or Part Time

Senior Philanthropy Manager

Work with high-value donors for core costs and capital appeal fundraising
Steward mid and high-level donors and support high-value members
Bespoke asks and proposals for five, six and seven figure gifts
Contribute to strategy and roll out of a legacy programme
Strategic plans around attendees at gala and events

up to £39,000
Old Vic Theatre
London
Full Time

Development Manager

Design a new strategy for fostering stakeholder engagement
Co-ordinate the 130th anniversary celebrations worldwide
Marketing communications for annual giving programme
Develop pupil, alumnae, staff and volunteer networks
Events and clubs and associations in UK and overseas

up to £48,000
Wycombe Abbey
Hybrid Working
Full Time

Head of Major Gifts

Personal portfolio includes many of most senior benefactors and prospects
Lead a team of 5 raising philanthropic gifts from £100,000 to £5 million
Critical role in delivery of Durham’s Bicentenary Campaign
Strategic support to Durham University Business School
Relocation Assistance and Visa Sponsorship

£58,596 to £65,814
Durham University
Development & Alumni Relations
Visa Sponsorship

Senior Philanthropy Manager Health

Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care
Responsible for raising major gifts ranging from £100k to £3m
Report to the Head of Philanthropy Health
Hybrid Working 2 days in the office
Options for Flexible Working

up to £56,283
King's College London
London
Appointed November 2024

Head of Development

Philanthropists, corporates, trusts and foundations and statutory
Develop and implement transformational fundraising strategy
Responsible for Development Office of 7 staff
Report to the Director of External Relations
FlexiTime and Hybrid Working options

up to £67,554
National Museums Scotland
Edinburgh
Appointed November 2024

Prospect Research Manager

Support the £230m Esto Perpetua endowment fundraising campaign
Develop a portfolio of potential donors for the major gifts team
High quality intelligence to maximise engagement with donors
Develop sophisticated, data-driven research operation
Two days a month in the Development Office

up to £50,000
Eton College
Hybrid Working
Appointed October 2024

Associate Development Director Principal Gifts

Portfolio of global prospects and donors at seven-figure level and above
Secure transformational gifts for the Masterplan's capital projects
Work closely with President, Bursar and Fellows
Report to the Development Director
Flexible Hybrid Working

up to £78,976
St John's College Oxford
University of Oxford
Appointed October 2024

Deputy Development Director Philanthropy

Senior business leaders, philanthropists and other figures in public life
Fellowships, student support, access, outreach and capital projects
Formulate and implement the College’s strategy for fundraising
Work closely with President, Bursar and Fellowship
Responsible for a Development Manager

up to £60,921
St John's College
University of Oxford
Appointed September 2024

Fundraising Consultant

Development of 10 year fundraising growth strategy
Explore new ways to diversify income streams
Recruit, train and mentor fundraising team
Work with Chief Executive Officer
Either 2 or 3 days a week

circa £500 a day
Living Paintings
Berkshire
Appointed July 2024

Head of Institutional Fundraising

Public and statutory bodies and trusts and foundations
Responsible for experienced team of 3 fundraisers
Focus on grants in excess of £500,000
Report to Head of Fundraising
Flexible Working Options

circa £60,000
Royal Horticultural Society
London
Appointed July 2024

Director of Fundraising & Communications

Pivotal leadership position in fast paced and complex environment
Develop strategy for multiple £m campaigns for range of services
Increase supporter acquisition and levels of donor retention
Lead the communications and fundraising team
Report to the Chief Executive Officer

circa £75,000
Nottingham Hospitals Charity
City Hospital Campus
Appointed September 2024

Deputy Development Director

Set strategy and drive forward stewardship and legacies programmes
Build relationships with major donors within Oundle community
Ambitious fundraising campaign and associated events
Line management of the Database & Gifts Officer
Report to the Director of Development

circa £60,000
Oundle School
Northants
Appointed June 2024

Director of Human Resources

Lead and shape comprehensive HR function to deliver responsive service
EDI & wellbeing, recruitment & retention, performance & development
Strategic leadership across the school in all staff-related matters
Support a people-oriented, inclusive and high calibre culture
Work closely with the Head and report to the Bursar

£ competitive
Shrewsbury School
Shropshire
Appointed June 2024

Head of Philanthropy Asia

Work with HNWIs and Ultra-HNWIs for six, seven and eight figure gifts
Build on transformational donations as catalyst for further giving
Nurture and grow a promising philanthropic pipeline in Asia
Develop, plan and implement a fundraising strategy
Initial focus on Hong Kong and Singapore

circa HKD $700,000
University of Manchester
Hong Kong
Appointed August 2024

Director of Philanthropy

Lead and drive strategy for transformational gifts for research and healthcare
Personal portfolio of high value donors capable of six and seven figure gifts
Double philanthropic income from HNWIs and trusts over 5 years
Work with 4 direct reports and Philanthropy Team of 22 staff
Report to Chief Marketing & Fundraising Officer

circa £90,000
British Heart Foundation
London
Appointed June 2024

Development Director

Figurehead for alumni engagement and fundraising across the College
Lead on securing circa £50m as part of £100m fundraising campaign
Maximise engagement through College’s 400th anniversary year
Strong and supportive culture for philanthropy across College
Lead an established development office and talented team

£75,000 to £85,000
Pembroke College
University of Oxford
Appointed June 2024

Transformational Philanthropy Manager

Bold, impactful projects and programmes across the University
Portfolio of philanthropists giving at the £1 million plus level
Work closely with Board Members and Key Volunteers
Report to Head of Transformational Philanthropy
Flexible Working and Hybrid Working

up to £56,021
University of Manchester
Manchester
Appointed April 2024

Head of Global Philanthropy

Europe, Middle East, North America and South East Asia
Leading negotiations with key external stakeholders
Manage a team of 3 philanthropy professionals
Report to Deputy Director Development
Flexible and Hybrid Working

up to £68,857
University of Manchester
Manchester
Appointed April 2024

Membership Manager

Responsible for Corporate Members and Individual Member Schemes
Guide and implement the strategy for 50% growth in income
Develop the prospect base and build a steady pipeline
Report to the Head of Communications
Flexible and Hybrid Working options

up to £50,000
Institute for Fiscal Studies
London
Appointed April 2024

Head of Marketing & Communications

Brand stewardship communications and digital content
Marketing programme to support fundraising initiatives
Management of design, web and creative agencies
Responsible for a high-performing team of two
Report to the Chief Executive Officer

circa £45,000
Nottingham Hospitals Charity
City Hospital Campus
Appointed April 2024

Philanthropy Manager

Engage with the networks of senior volunteers, Trustees and key stakeholders
Management of the Founders Circle membership giving programme
Portfolio of business leaders, family foundations and HNWIs
Deliver a stand-out donor stewardship programme
Report to the Head of Philanthropy

circa £40,000
British Asian Trust
London
Appointed December 2023

Philanthropy Manager

Scientific research, capital projects and new programmes
Focus on RHS major donors and private family trusts
Based at either RHS London or RHS Wisley
Report to the Head of Fundraising
Full Time with some flexibility
Hybrid Working options

circa £43,000
Royal Horticultural Society
London or Surrey
Appointed January 2024

Senior Philanthropy Manager

RHS Bridgewater's new Arboretum, Heritage and Learning & Education
Lead on fundraising projects for RHS Harlow Carr near Harrogate
Major donors, local funders, corporates and family trusts
Report to the Head of Fundraising
Hybrid Working options

up to £50,000
Royal Horticultural Society
Manchester
Appointed December 2023

Development Manager

Management of the Endowment Fundraising Campaign
Lead on creation of the Museum's Impact Report
Launch a supporter group for legacy pledgers
Work with team of brand identity consultants
Report to Director of The Garden Museum

£40,000
Garden Museum
London
Appointed March 2024

Head of Development

Corporate Partners, Friends, Patrons and Trusts
Line manage the Membership Administrator
Report to the Museum's Deputy Director
Options for Flexible Working
Lambeth Bridge in London

£45,000
Garden Museum
London
Appointed March 2024

Trusts & Foundations Manager

Funding strategy for both capital and revenue projects
Oversight, reporting and stewardship of funders
Responsible to the Director of Development
Options for Flexible and Hybrid Working
Either Full Time or Part Time

circa £40,000
Chatsworth House Trust
Derbyshire
Appointed November 2023

Philanthropy Manager

Lead on higher-level individual giving and patrons scheme
Research, acquisition and stewardship of donors
Responsible to the Director of Development
Options for Flexible and Hybrid Working
Either Full Time or Part Time

circa £40,000
Chatsworth House
Derbyshire
Appointed November 2023

Director of Development

Focus on funding to support life-changing transformational bursaries
Exciting development opportunities for the 150th Anniversary
Responsible for a Development Team of four staff

circa £60,000
The Leys
Cambridge
Appointed September 2023

Head of Major Gifts

Capital campaign for Auditorium refurbishment and new Studio Theatre
Revenue fundraising across individual donations and membership
Work with a high profile Development Committee
Member of Philanthropy Leadership Team
Report to the Director of Philanthropy

circa £70,000
Cambridge Arts Theatre
Cambridge or London
Appointed October 2023

Head of High Value Fundraising Support Services

Team of 10 across Cases for Support, Prospect Research and Events
Deliver high value supporter communications and experiences
Key player on a high profile £30m Capital Campaign
Due diligence, monitoring, evaluation and reporting
Options for flexible and hybrid working

up to £65,000
Dogs Trust
London
Appointed November 2023

Sponsorship & Partnership Manager

Identify, cultivate and secure sponsors and corporate partners
Define and shape the full range of commercial opportunities
Develop multi-year partnerships with high profile brands
Report to Head of Enterprise & Collect Fair Director
Options for flexible and hybrid working

up to £40,000
Crafts Council
London
Appointed October 2023

Executive Head UK Office

Shape future working culture of the team and strategic direction
Partnerships and funding from the UK and global donors
Oversee and work with a dedicated fundraising team
Executive Member of the Senior Management
Report to the Chief Executive Officer

up to £60,000
St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group
London
Appointed July 2023

Head of Philanthropy

£5m Be the Change bursaries campaign and fundraising partnerships
Transformative gifts from five, six and seven-figure portfolio
Centenary Fundraising Campaign and Annual Giving
Work with Senior Volunteers around the world
Report to the Director of Development

up to £60,000
Benenden School
Kent
Appointed July 2023

Director of Development

Global fundraising with Weizmann Institute and International Committees
HNWIs, trusts and foundations and business leaders at highest levels
Work with inspirational scientists and remarkable philanthropists
Report to Weizmann UK Executive Director
Flexible options for hybrid working

£80,000
Weizmann UK
London
Appointed July 2023

Director of Philanthropy

Capital campaign for Auditorium refurbishment and new Studio Theatre
Revenue fundraising across corporates, individuals and trusts
Work closely with a high profile Development Committee
Responsible for a team of seven fundraising staff
Member of the Senior Management Team

circa £90,000
Cambridge Arts Theatre
Cambridge or London
Appointed July 2023

Philanthropy Manager

Development Studies, Economics and Finance & Management
Scholarships, academic positions, capital and unrestricted
Corporates, individuals and trusts and foundations
Report to the Head of Advancement
Hybrid and Flexible Working

£47,319 to £55,710
SOAS
University of London
Appointed May 2023

Head of Philanthropy

High-net-worth individuals, regular donors and charitable organisations
Develop strategies for future giving and campaign planning
Responsible for a team of three fundraisers
Report to Director of Development
Flexible and Hybrid working

up to £57,497
Royal College of Music
London
Appointed February 2023

Fundraising Manager Girls Rights UK

Maximise income to support girls and young women across the UK
Lead on prospect research for UK institutions and major donors
Work closely with the Leadership Team and Board of Trustees
High quality, persuasive, informative and engaging proposals
Build and sustain a range of relationships and networks

£45,607
Plan International UK
London
Appointed January 2023

Director of Development

Work with Development Committee on ambitious fundraising programme
Revenue fundraising, capital campaign and other major plans
Corporates, Major Donors and Trusts and Foundations
Management of a team of two development staff
Report to the Director & Chief Executive
Options for hybrid working

circa £55,000
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
Surrey
Appointed September 2022

Head of Fundraising

Develop and deliver an innovative and sector leading fundraising strategy
Manage key relationships with influential and high net-worth individuals
Work with senior managers and Trustees on plans for a Capital Appeal
Donor profiling, segmentation, stewardship, digital and social media
Lead a multi-disciplinary team and foster a culture of innovation

£55,000 to £60,000
Isabel Hospice
Herts
Appointed July 2022

Director of Advancement

Principal strategist for fundraising and alumni relations programme
Personally secure principal and major gifts for UC Foundation
Business Case for Capital Campaign includes extra staff
Report to the Assistant Vice Chancellor Engagement
Responsible for Advancement Team of 12 staff
Visa Sponsorship and Relocation Assistance

$170,000 to $200,000
University of Canterbury
New Zealand
Appointed July 2022

Development Manager

Philanthropic funding for research and educational objectives
Focus on transformative, large-scale philanthropic gifts
Significant and comprehensive fundraising campaign
Portfolio of individual and institutional prospects
Operate in a culturally diverse environment

$99,612 to $106,517
Australian National University
Canberra
Appointed February 2021

Senior Development Manager

Secure significant and transformational gift donations
Portfolio of HNWIs and trusts and foundations
Lead a small team of major gift fundraisers
Craft bespoke fundraising propositions
Options for flexible working

£42,149 to £54,943
University of Leeds
Yorkshire
Appointed February 2022

Head of Marketing & Communications

Reach new audiences and develop meaning relationships with communities
Digital first approach to all marketing campaigns and effective use of data
Champion integration of audience insight to inform decision making
Play a key role on strategy and innovation for the organisation
Report to the Audiences, Sales & Marketing Director
Lead a multidisciplinary team of 8 staff

up to £50,000
The Lowry
Salford Quays
Appointed April 2022

Director of Development

Develop funding strategy for inclusiveness and access to the arts for all
Philanthropy, sponsorship, membership, public and private funders
Holistic fundraising across wide range of art forms and assets
Contribute to overall strategic planning and management
Uphold the culture and values of the organisation

£ competitive
Southbank Centre
London
Appointed June 2022

Deputy Development Director

Build on Access to Excellence programme and focus on global challenges
Bring your own vision for innovating and expanding activities and networks
Personally solicit gifts typically ranging from £10,000 to £100,000
Engage with alumni, foundations and friends all over the world
Oversee database, events, individual giving and legacies

£42,149 to £61,818
Wadham College
University of Oxford
Appointed January 2022

Head of Individual Giving

Expand donor pool, securing support from a range of donors and members
Lead the Individual Giving Team to deliver new income streams
Fixed Term Contract of up to 24 months
Report to the Head of Fundraising
Options for flexible working

up to £55,000
Royal Horticultural Society
London
Appointed January 2022

Senior Development Officer

Jodrell Bank, JRRIL, Manchester Museum and Whitworth Gallery
Five, six and seven figure major gifts for the cultural portfolio
Leading philanthropists, business figures and family trusts
Mix of home and campus working patterns
Report to the Head of Philanthropy

£41,526 to £51,034
University of Manchester
Manchester
Appointed October 2021

Strategic Director of Principal Gifts

Lead on transformational change in UK and international major giving
Philanthropists, trusts and foundations, and corporate supporters
Part-time 3 days a week with working pattern to be agreed
Freelance consultancy contract
Option to be home-based

£ negotiable
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Glasgow
Appointed September 2021

Senior Major Gift Fundraiser

Compelling fundraising narrative for Global Institute of Women’s Leadership
Dynamic research across humanities, law, sciences and social sciences
Enable underrepresented students to access higher education
Focus on high-net-worth individuals and corporate donors
Cultivation strategies for 5, 6 and 7 figure philanthropy

£46,292 to £54,534
King's College London
University of London
Appointed October 2021

Director

Oversee interpretation and preservation of the building and collections
Shape an imaginative and innovative programme for impact and reach
Alliances with partners, grant-makers and institutional supporters
Educational programmes and partnerships of highest standard
Commercial activities for admissions, private hire and retail

circa £70,000
Handel & Hendrix in London
London
Appointed October 2021

Development Director

Develop compelling proposals, advocacy and a persuasive case for support
Leverage strategic relationships and deliver stretching fundraising targets
Individual giving, trusts and foundations, sponsorship and campaigns
Lead on a major gifts programme for transformational donations
Play a key role as a member of Senior Management Team

circa £45,000
Oxford Playhouse
Oxford
Appointed August 2021

Global Director of Philanthropy

Work closely with The Board, Chief Executive and Leadership Team
Multi-faceted strategy for philanthropic and corporate partners
Deliver maximum impact and alignment to meet the vision
Operate at very highest levels around the world
Six figure salary and excellent benefits

£ competitive
R&A
St Andrew's
Appointed September 2021

Head of Strategic Philanthropy

Work with the most important and valuable donors, prospects and volunteers
Critical role in building capacity for 7 and 8 figures philanthropic gifts
Align the case for support with the University’s strategic plan
Drive strategic and personalised engagement with donors
Responsible for the Philanthropy Team of 16 staff

£ competitive
University of Glasgow
Glasgow
Appointed May 2021

Director of Development

Fundraising for life-changing bursaries and major capital projects
Define the strategic direction for development and engagement
Responsible for a team of two development staff
Member of the Senior Management Team
Report directly to the Headmaster

£ competitive
Chigwell School
Essex
Appointed July 2021

Director of Development

Campaign for King’s Theatre redevelopment
Integrated strategy for capital and revenue
Responsible for a team of four staff
Member of the Executive Team
Report to Chief Executive

£ competitive
Capital Theatres
Edinburgh
Appointed April 2021

Development Director

New strategy to deliver a significant step-change in development
Shift in focus towards fundraising for life changing bursaries
Work closely with new Chairman of Governors
Member of the Senior Leadership Team
Report directly to the Headmaster

£ competitive
Felsted School
Essex
Appointed May 2021

Director of Development

Devise and deliver a Development Strategy for Defining the Future of Music
Leverage strategic relationships towards new philanthropic partnerships
Work with the Principal, Chairman of the Board of Governors
Responsible for a team of 12 in the Development Office
Personal portfolio of donors and prospects
Member of the Executive Team

£ competitive
Royal Northern College of Music
Manchester
Appointed April 2021

Director of Development

Responsibility for setting and delivering the College's fundraising strategy
Personal portfolio of major gifts prospects as the principal fundraiser
Embed philanthropy with help of Fellows, alumni and volunteers
Inspire the members of the Development Advisory Board
Work closely with the Master Baroness Sally Morgan
Manage and lead a development team of three

£ competitive
Fitzwilliam College
University of Cambridge
Appointed March 2021

Development Director

New fundraising campaign for bursaries to offer needs-blind access
Support a number of building projects over the next decade
Build transformational programmes and relationships
Annual Fund and Legacy fundraising campaigns
Report to the Headmaster

£ competitive
Eltham College
London
Appointed January 2021

Director of Development

Implement and develop a multi-million pound fundraising campaign
Set the vision and strategy of fundraising and alumni relations
Develop a unified development team across two Schools
Report to the Headmistress and Headmaster

£ competitive
Haberdashers Elstree
Hertfordshire
Appointed November 2020

Head of Fundraising

Lead on interim fundraising strategy in response to pandemic
Line management of two members of fundraising staff
Report to the Director of Marketing & Fundraising
Flexible working including home-based working
Maternity Cover Contract 12 Months

£40,000
Hampshire Cultural Trust
Winchester
Appointed September 2020

Executive Director of Alumni Relations & Development

Set strategy for an enhanced and comprehensive major gifts programme
Personally secure 6 and 7 figure gifts and achieve ambitious targets
Affinity, alumni relations and communications programmes
Member of the Alumni & Development Committee
Leadership of a team of 11 members of staff

£ competitive
Trinity College
University of Cambridge
Appointed January 2021

Director of Development

Craft and implement a creative and innovative fundraising strategy
Have a pivotal role in soliciting 6- and 7-figure donations
Manage your own portfolio of major gifts prospects
Lead and inspire a dedicated development team
Report to the Principal

£ competitive
Lady Margaret Hall
University of Oxford
Appointed May 2020

Senior Individual Giving Manager

Lead on the OV Together philanthropic individual giving scheme
Develop other ways of giving including legacies and contactless
Identify new routes, channels and audiences to increase giving
Implement strategies to generate more gifts at £10k plus
Line management of an Individual Giving Officer

circa £36,000
The Old Vic
London
Appointed December 2022

Director of Development & Alumni Relations

Work with Vice-Chancellor, Senior Leadership Team and University Council
Develop major giving programme and personally secure 6 and 7 figure gifts
Figurehead for alumni engagement and fundraising across the University
Member of University External Relations Leadership Team
Lead and inspire a highly effective team of 28 staff

£ competitive
University of Liverpool
Liverpool
Appointed June 2021

Senior Associate Director of Development

Visionary approach to children’s health and first of its kind in the world
Re-imagine how we think about child health and disease prevention
Only children’s hospital with physical and mental health at bedside
Share and scale-up for the benefit of children globally
Campaign Target of approximately £100m

up to £70,000
University of Cambridge
Cambridge Children's Hospital
Appointed August 2020

Deputy Director of Development

Lead on 6 and 7 figure gifts from individuals, families and trusts
Support and develop overall strategy for philanthropic income
Specific responsibility to expand the major gifts programme
Manage a team of 2 Senior Development Managers
Either 3 days or 4 days with flexible working

£ competitive
Goldsmiths College
London
Appointed July 2018