Canal & River Trust
Philanthropy Manager
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Join Our Team: Philanthropy Manager
Join our Fundraising division as a Philanthropy Manager working within the Philanthropy & Partnerships Team which leads the development and stewardship of high-value donor and partner relationships.
The Philanthropy Manager plays a key role in securing major philanthropic support for the Canal & River Trust. You will build and nurture relationships with Major Donors and Family Foundations, generating income through research, networking, events, proposals and outstanding stewardship.
Working Hours & Travel
This role follows 37 hours, Monday to Friday working pattern. The vacancy will be offered on a remote working basis, with a requirement to attend our main hub spaces as and when required.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and driven Philanthropy Manager to grow support from Major Donors and Family Foundations, securing vital income to help protect and enhance the UK's waterways. You will build and manage a portfolio of philanthropic relationships, develop compelling funding proposals, and deliver outstanding donor stewardship to achieve ambitious fundraising targets. Working collaboratively across the Trust, you will play a key role in developing long-term partnerships that support the mission and impact of the Canal & River Trust.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, cultivate and develop a portfolio of Major Donor and Family Foundation prospects.
- Meet or exceed fundraising targets each year.
- Develop high-quality funding proposals, applications and reports for submission to prospects and donors.
- Support the continued development of the Major Donor fundraising programme and associated philanthropy processes.
- Support the development and delivery of a programme of stewardship and cultivation events.
- Displaying the Trust values and behaviours at all times.
- Ensuring that diversity and inclusion are integrated into all aspects of Trust life and promoting inclusion by challenging behaviour, practices, actions, or decisions that are counter to the objectives of the Trust’s policies and values.
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About You
- Proven experience of philanthropy fundraising with a track record of initiating new philanthropic relationships.
- Successful track record of meeting or exceeding income targets.
- Experience of identifying and cultivating new prospects.
- Experience of deepening donor relationships and growing philanthropic giving year on year.
- Thorough knowledge of legal, financial and ethical considerations related to fundraising from Major Donors and Family Foundations.
- Experience of developing high-quality proposals and stewardship reports for prospects and donors.
- Experience of effectively using a CRM system for fundraising.
- Experience of fundraising in the Heritage or Environment sector is desirable.
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Skills & Personal Qualities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written presentation abilities and strong attention to detail.
- Strong relationship building skills with the ability to influence at a senior level.
- Motivated by the cause of the Canal & River Trust.
- Ability to understand, interpret and craft complex information into compelling cases for support.
- Ability to manage own workload and prioritise multiple tasks, work under pressure and within tight deadlines.
- Positive team player with a professional, solution focused attitude.
- IT literate and numerate.
Contact & Application
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at CRT.recruitment@canalrivertrust.org.uk. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy once we receive enough suitable candidates.
Expected interview dates: Thursday 15th & Friday 16th October. 2nd stage interviews will be held on Monday 19th October.
What We Offer
In addition to your annual base salary of £47,000. We also offer a competitive pension scheme, increasing holiday entitlement, and a range of employee benefits. For a full breakdown of our benefits, check out our brochure here: EVP - 1.
Learn more: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us/work-for-us/our-benefits
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