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Philanthropy Lead

Job description

Harris Hill are delighted to be working in partnership with a charity that is a team of pioneers, sickened by the impact of modern slavery on men, women and children all over the world – and determined to bring an end to exploitation once and for all. They are looking for a brand new role – a Philanthropy Lead

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Location: 2 days a week in London

Benefits: Birthday day off, 27 days Annual Leave, Private health insurance, Pension

Deadline: 4th October – CV and Statement needed.

What does this role entail?

  • To build partnerships and accelerate the growth of income from major donors. This is a crucial role to support the charity’s 10 year strategy.

  • The successful candidate will cultivate and strengthen relationships with existing investors, as well as identifying and engaging HNWIs and philanthropic foundations (at the five and six figure level) to secure funding.

  • The successful candidate will work with the team to help unlock the full potential of the philanthropy programme and raise the profile of the charity externally.

What makes this role stand out?

  • Working with a Head of Fundraising that has been there for 7 years and has seen the fundraising income grow from £500,000 - £4.5million.

  • Inheriting a £1million portfolio of warm and engaged donors.

  • Joining an organisation that is pioneering and created innovative solutions, which makes huge impact across the world.

  • Highly engaged Ambassador groups

  • Their impact measurement is sector leading.

Ideal candidate?

  • Substantial experience of major donor fundraising, with a proven track record of securing five and six-figure donations.

  • Someone who is innovative and has gravitas. Wants to be part of a team, but wants to think creatively about major donor fundraising.

  • Experience in identifying prospective major donors, and bringing in new business opportunities.

To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and person specification, please email Hannah at Harris Hill on hannah.laking@harrishill.co.uk or call her on 02078207331.

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