Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships Support Services Manage

Are you passionate about supporting fundraising efforts that make a meaningful difference?

We are seeking an organised and resourceful individual to lead our Philanthropy & Corporate Partnerships Support Services function. As a Philanthropy & Corporate Partnerships Support Services Manager, you'll play a key part in helping our team achieve their goals and support impactful fundraising initiatives.

About Us: Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

What We Offer:

• 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
• Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies.
• 24/7 GP access via phone and video.
• Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines.
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave).
• Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Opportunities for training and personal development.
• Hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities: You'll oversee and manage support services for the Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships team, contributing to both strategic and operational leadership. Your role will also support the work of the Trusts team.

• Contribute to the leadership of the team, helping set and enabling the team to exceed financial, non-financial and other KPIs, as part of the Philanthropy and Corporate Partnerships management group.
• Responsible for the Research Information function to deliver compelling proposals and donor reports.
• Responsible for the prospect research programme, identifying opportunities and mapping networks for fundraising.
• Responsible for and champion of CRM and IT systems, providing training and ensuring data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with teams to create new project cases, measuring impact and sharing insights for donor communications.
• Oversee high value due diligence and supporter agreement processes.
• Maintain engagement and stewardship materials for use across the high value teams and oversee team webpages.
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on KPIs, income, expenditure, and activity to guide strategy and planning.
• Represent the team in staff groups and maintain sector knowledge and compliance with best practices.

About You:

We are looking for someone with a strong background in support and service functions, preferably within a fundraising environment and with a passion for delivering results.

• Proven experience leading support service functions
• Demonstrated success in managing long-term and complex projects.
• A strong background in process and systems
• Results-focused with a growth mindset and the ability to exceed performance targets including financial.
• Collaborative and creative approach to identifying new opportunities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to inspire and influence others.
• Familiarity with CRM systems like Raiser's Edge and Dynamics is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence with the ability to travel for meetings and events.

The full job description is available in the candidate pack.

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Hours: 37 per week

Location: Northampton office

Contract: Permanent

Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office at least one day per week. We are open to part-time applications or job shares - please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application.

Interviews due to take place from 9 January 2025

How to apply: Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.

• Experience including leading a range of support and enabler functions, in the not for profit or commercial environment.
• Experience of leading in the delivery of processes and systems.
• Experience delivering long term and complex projects and programmes.

Important Information:

• We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submissions are encouraged.
• If you require sponsorship for this role, please clearly indicate this in your application.
• Depending on the role, a DBS check may be required.
• If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us for support.
• We are happy to consider alternative application formats for those who find the online form challenging.