Ashby Jenkins Recruitment
Impact Philanthropic Lead
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Salary: £45,719 - £54,658 (plus £3,300 London weighting if applicable)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid - 2 days/week in Stratford
Closing date: Wednesday 4 November - mid-day
Benefits: Civil Service pension with up to 28% employer contribution, 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, enhanced family leave policies
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Impact Philanthropic Lead working for the British Council, a globally recognised cultural and educational organisation that creates opportunities and connections through arts, education, research and cultural exchange programmes around the world. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, this is a new role in the team with the opportunity to shape and grow a high-value donor programme, securing transformational support for internationally significant initiatives.
You will lead a flagship philanthropic giving programme, developing strategies to secure significant gifts from high-net-worth individuals and philanthropists. You will build and manage a portfolio of major donors, design compelling cultivation and stewardship journeys, identify and engage new prospects, and work closely with senior stakeholders to maximise philanthropic income. You will play a key role in developing long-term donor relationships, creating persuasive cases for support and helping to deliver sustainable funding for a diverse range of impactful programmes across the UK and internationally.
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To be successful as the Impact Philanthropy Lead you will need:
- Experience managing an individual giving, membership or philanthropy programme within a charity, arts or HE environment.
- A successful track record of cultivating major donors and securing high-value gifts through face-to-face fundraising.
- Excellent donor stewardship, relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to develop compelling cases for support.
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If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV to info@ashbyjenkinsrecruitment.co.uk or contact us and quote the reference 3121HB.
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