Senior Philanthropy Manager

Summary:

Join a school as a Senior Philanthropy Manager and drive impactful fundraising initiatives.

About the School:

A school is dedicated to empowering girls through innovative education and fostering leadership, with a strong focus on equity, excellence, and global impact.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will lead and shape a high-impact fundraising strategy, securing transformational support to help more girls thrive and lead. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of girls’ education and make a lasting difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation and delivery of a strategic fundraising plan across Trusts, Foundations, and corporate partnerships.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including Trustees, Heads, and leadership teams.
• Oversee the coordination of high-impact fundraising initiatives and ensure the achievement of financial targets.
• Develop and implement innovative approaches to fundraising that align with the school’s mission and values.
• Deliver complex fundraising programmes with a focus on long-term growth and sustainability.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects and maintain strong communication with all key partners.
• Articulate the school’s vision and values with clarity and confidence to secure support.
• Monitor and report on fundraising performance and impact regularly.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in Trusts and Foundations fundraising and corporate partnership development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build long-term, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning and delivery of fundraising programmes.
• Experience in managing financial targets and delivering results.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred

• Experience in the education sector or related fields.
• Knowledge of innovative fundraising approaches and portfolio planning.
• Experience with large-scale fundraising campaigns and transformational giving.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to use insights to inform strategy.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pay progression.
• Generous pension schemes and life assurance.
• Professional development opportunities and training grants.
• Discounts on GDST school fees for children.
• Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free loans for training and equipment.