We are looking for an experienced individual to join our Philanthropy & Partnerships team as Senior Prospect Research Officer. You will join us working 35 hours per week on a permanent basis and in return you will receive a competitive salary of up to £35,240.11 per annum plus excellent benefits.
Since 1927, Cats Protection has helped thousands of cats each year, across the UK. As a community of volunteers, employees, supporters and partners, we’ve improved the lives of millions of cats and transformed the way millions of people see and care for cats.
This role sits in our brand-new Philanthropy and Partnership’s Central Team. The Central Team will be responsible for ensuring direct fundraisers are equipped to make compelling asks and steward donors. This role will help drive growth and sustainability of high value giving by identifying and researching existing and potential major donors, corporate partners, charitable trusts and grant givers - including profiling, analysing data, prospect qualification, network mapping, guest list research and due diligence.
What we’re looking for:
- Significant experience of prospect identification and qualification
- Experience of database management and using a fundraising CRM system
- Demonstrable knowledge of the UK philanthropy and partnerships landscape
- Strong analytical and research skills and tenacity to seek external and internal information about potential supporters
What we can offer you:
- salary of up to £35,240.11 per annum plus excellent benefits
- generous annual leave entitlement
- life assurance scheme
- range of health benefits including private healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme
- and more
Through our values and behaviours we help people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together we can make a difference.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly.
Closing date: 13th February 2024
Virtual interview date: 21st February 2024
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.