Grade: 2
Position type: Permanent, full time (although flexible working would be considered)
Responsible to: Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships
Direct reports: Trusts and Foundations Manager, Philanthropy Manager
Location: Remote, or hybrid working from ShelterBox HQ in Truro, Cornwall
Role purpose:
Our ambitious and high-performing Philanthropy and Partnerships team has invested in this new role to focus on growing our portfolio of six and seven figure philanthropic funders, identifying and securing significant funding to enable ShelterBox’s lifesaving work.
ShelterBox’s income from trusts, foundations and major donors has increased significantly in recent years – we are now seeking a Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to accelerate this growth. You will work with an established team to unlock new high level, multi-year funding opportunities from both trust and major donor audiences (we expect 75% focus on trusts and 25% on major donors).
This role has line management responsibilities for a Trusts and Foundations Manager and Philanthropy Manager, and will work closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships, whilst being supported by the Stewardship and Research Officer and Philanthropy and Partnerships Assistant.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a creative, proactive and driven individual who will play a key role in building new relationships with large funders (trusts, foundations and major donors) to help deliver emergency shelter to the most vulnerable people affected by conflict, disaster and the climate crisis.
You must be confident in building networks, developing a strong pipeline, and cultivating high-level relationships. You will also have demonstratable success in developing large and complex funding bids to secure new funders who have the capacity to give six figure philanthropic gifts
This position is perfect for someone who enjoys making new connections, focusing on new business and unlocking new opportunities. You must be a team player, with the ability to work with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders to achieve impact.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
Strategy & fundraising:
- Lead on securing high impact, multi-year relationships with trusts, foundations and major donors, working towards an agreed team income target.
- Work with the Head of Philanthropy and Partnership team to refine and implement our strategy designed to maximise philanthropic income.
- Work closely with the Stewardship and Research Officer to build a pipeline of new six and seven figure prospects, and develop bespoke cultivation and solicitation plans, utilising varied and creative approaches to engage new audiences.
- Develop compelling funding bids, proposals, and packages for support, by working collaboratively with teams across the organisation, particularly ShelterBox’s International Programme Department, Programme Funding and Brand & Content teams.
- Proactively network, and work alongside the Philanthropy Advisory Board and other connectors to expand ShelterBox’s connections with significant funding prospects.
- Manage a small portfolio of high-level funders, maximising their support by having a thorough understanding of ShelterBox’s work, networks and funding needs.
- Be active in the fundraising sector, understand and follow the latest fundraising legislation and codes of practice, seeking out peer learning and mentoring opportunities, to ensure ShelterBox is implementing best practice.
Leadership & management:
- Line management of the Trusts and Foundations Manager and Philanthropy Manager, ensuring personal growth plans, objectives and success indicators are in place.
- Provide strategic guidance and support to the Trusts and Foundations Manager, Philanthropy Manager, and other members of the team, fostering a collaborative working environment and bringing consistency to the cultivation and stewardship of philanthropic audiences.
- Nurture strong relationships with senior staff across all departments to build the most effective fundraising propositions and develop programmes that support ShelterBox’s priorities.
- Act as a subject matter expert to provide knowledge and expertise in philanthropic partnerships with the wider ShelterBox team (UK and global affiliates).
Other responsibilities:
- Support with the development and implementation of high-value fundraising events.
- Represent ShelterBox as required and always work in line with our aims, values and plans.
- Maximise the benefits of the CRM to create and implement cultivation and stewardship journeys for high-level funders, keeping records updated and following Data Protection regulations.
- As part of an emergency organisation there will be times when you will be required to work evenings and weekends at short notice in response to a disaster
- Any other duties as required which are deemed appropriate to the level and grade of the post.
How to apply
For more information and to apply please visit our website at: shelterbox.org/jobs