Philanthropy Programme Director

Harris Hill are thrilled to be working with a leading Children s charity in their search for a brand new Philanthropy Programme Director. This is an integral role leads the Philanthropy team which delivers 40% of the charities income. This role will ensure the Philanthropy Strategy to 2027 is delivered to, leading a brilliant team of specialist fundraisers. You will support and sponsor the development of new long-term, transformational partnerships with philanthropic partners, leveraging their networks.

Location: Hybrid but access to Reading once a week.

Salary: £55,000 - £85,000

Why this role?

The charity has bold plans to double income over the next 5 years. This is therefore a hugely exciting time to work for one of the UK s most loved children s charities and some of the UK s top Philanthropic donors. They have the key success factors in place for significant, continued Philanthropy growth, from senior leadership and trustee buy-in to fundable propositions that drive towards their ambitious vision. They also have access to one of the most incredible networks of brands and ultra-high net worth donors.

What are the key responsibilities:

• Lead on the development of the multifaceted and multi-channel Philanthropy strategy across, major donors, special events, trusts and foundations responsible for delivering around 40- 50% of the charity s annual income and a key area of strategic investment
• Lead the annual planning, budgeting and reforecasting process for all areas of Philanthropy and Special Events Fundraising, working with Director of Income & Engagement, Head of Finance, and other senior stakeholders as required to ensure robust, effective and achievable financial performance.
• Provide leadership to the Philanthropy Fundraising Team, representing the interests of Philanthropy Fundraising at all levels of the organisation.
• Provide line management to direct reports, nurturing the team and setting development plans to build skills and career development opportunities.

Experience:

• Minimum 7 years working in the philanthropy fundraising space, with extensive knowledge and experience of the charity and fundraising sector at a strategic level
• Extensive philanthropy fundraising experience, with ultra high net worth experience in particular required. Experience and working knowledge of Major Donors, Trusts and Foundations, Special Events, programme growth and innovation.
• Extensive experience of devising, implementing and delivering a philanthropy fundraising strategy which supports the organisational vision, mission and strategic objectives.
• Significant and proven experience of high value relationship management at 7 figure level
• Experience of building and embedding successful and sustainable growth strategies.

If you would like to receive a full job description for this role with details on how to apply, please contact Hannah Laking at Harris Hill:

Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted with further information.

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Closing date for applications: 9am 21 st October

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.