Head of Philanthropy

About the Role:
Providing strategic direction and management of existing and future major donors, the Head of Philanthropy will develop and implement a strategy to build, retain and grow gifts from individuals. We are a small team, so looking for a candidate who will take a hands-on approach.
Person Specification:
Knowledge and Skills
Proven track record in similar role, cultivating and stewarding a portfolio of six-figure plus major gifts in a charity setting.
Success in relationship building and securing six figure donations.
Experience building giving programmes at a variety of funding levels.
Ability to create compelling, personalised, proposals for new audiences and influencing support.
Ability to think strategically to identify and analyse new opportunities to engage major donors.
Personal Qualities
People focused, with an ability to quickly build rapport with new audiences.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Operates and negotiates with confidence with new and existing supporters.
Ability to manage conflicting priorities, take responsibility for decision make and escalating problems appropriately.
Ability and willingness to travel to major donor meetings and KidsOR offices.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Leadership
Develop and implement a philanthropy strategy focusing on cultivation of existing and growth of new six-figure plus major gifts from individuals.
Budget, forecast and deliver against fundraising targets and monitor expenditure.
Build a positive team culture and working environment.
Ensure best practice and adherence to the Fundraising Code of Conduct and GDPR.
To support the Director of Fundraising as required.
Personalised stewardship
Draft and deliver against individual stewardship plans, identifying areas of engagement and cultivation.
Provide accurate and donor friendly reports to demonstrate the impact of a donor’s investment.
Growth of the philanthropy portfolio
Identify and engage new audiences to motivate and inspire individuals to support KidsOR’s mission.
Grow the number of high value supporters and deliver all aspects of the donor journey including research, cultivation, engagement, ask and stewardship.
Create compelling propositions which reflect KidsOR’s operational needs and aligns with donor interests.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.