Philanthropy and Partnerships Senior Manager

Join Our Mission to Make a Difference: Philanthropy Manager Needed!

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of vulnerable children? Do you have a track record of engaging high-net worth individuals and securing major gifts? Look no further! We are excited to announce an opportunity to join Lumos as a Philanthropy Manager.

About Us

Lumos is an international children’s charity dedicated to ending the harmful practice of institutionalizing children. Our mission is to fight for every child’s right to a family by transforming care systems worldwide. We envision a world where all children can grow up in safe and loving families.

Position:

Job Title: Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager

Salary: £44,000

Working Pattern: Full-Time, 35 hours a week

Reports to: Head of Partnerships

Group: Fundraising and Engagement

Job Function: Manager

Location: Hybrid

As a Philanthropy Manager, you will play a vital role within our Fundraising and Engagement Group, leading our efforts to unlock income and raise Lumos’s profile. Collaborating with our Partnerships Team, you will cultivate relationships with existing and prospective donors to secure major gifts. Your work will directly contribute to redirecting philanthropic capital away from orphanages and institutions towards global care reform.

Key Objectives

• Income Generation: Develop and implement a targeted major giving strategy, engaging new philanthropists, and maximizing networks of existing major donors.
• Relationship Management and Stewardship: Build strong relationships with donors, execute tailored cultivation plans, and deliver exceptional stewardship through various communication channels.
• Collaboration and Networking: Engage internal stakeholders, senior managers, and Lumos Trustees to support philanthropic efforts and peer-to-peer funding opportunities.
• Reporting and Record-Keeping: Utilize Salesforce database to maintain accurate records, monitor prospecting activity, and contribute to reporting against targets.

JOB PURPOSE

The Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager works in the Fundraising and Engagement Group, making a vital contribution to our objective to bring about transformative change for children by unlocking income and raising the profile of Lumos. Within the Group, the role sits in our Partnerships Team, an ambitious, high-growth team overseeing income generation from: Trusts and Foundations, Philanthropists and Corporate supporters. The team is set to raise over £1.4 million this year and has ambitions to grow this further in future years.

As Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager you will identify, cultivate, secure and steward major gifts from existing and prospective donors who can support Lumos at the five and six figure level. In your role you will build and foster positive relationships with philanthropic donors and grant-making organisations, providing excellent stewardship and account management. As an experienced philanthropy professional, you will also work collaboratively with colleagues to support the redirection of philanthropic capital away from orphanages and institutions and towards global care reform.

You will work with the Head of Partnerships, Director of Global Fundraising and Engagement and CEO to involve relevant internal stakeholders to effectively cultivate prospective partners, and to support existing partnerships. This will include working with senior managers and Lumos Trustees. You will also work closely with the Trusts and Foundations Manager and Senior Manager, Funding Impact Communications to prioritise and progress opportunities.

Requirements:

About You

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

• Excellent understanding of complex relationship-based fundraising from high-net worth individuals
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to engage internal and external stakeholders
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding financial targets and soliciting major gifts
• Experience in relationship management, proposal development, and reporting for major donors
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a heavy workload

For clear and comprehensive information of this role, please take the time to read through the attached job description.

Other information:

Why Join Us

By joining Lumos, you become part of a global movement striving for sustainable change in how we care for vulnerable children. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact, shape our major giving strategy, and work alongside dedicated colleagues who share a common passion.

A career with Lumos offers so much more on top of earnings potential. In addition to our fulfilling mission, we are proud to offer fantastic benefits, an inclusive culture, and a commitment to your development.

Some of what we offer include:

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave.
• In-house training initiative and employer funded professional accreditation for relevant positions.
• 30 days annual leave entitlement per calendar year (in addition to bank holidays).
• Flexible Working – We function on a hybrid working model and open to discuss flexible working patterns.
• 5.82% Employer pension contribution.
• 2x Life Assurance in Euros.

And so much more!

How to Apply

Please apply using your CV and a short cover letter discussing your interest and suitability for this role.

This recruitment campaign will close at 9am on Wednesday, 07th February 2024.

We would love to answer any questions you might have so please get in touch!

Join us at Lumos and help us make a lasting difference in the lives of children. Together, we can ensure every child grows up in a safe and loving family.

We are Lumos.

Safer Recruitment Statement

Lumos is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.

EDI Statement

Join a diverse and inclusive organization committed to equality. At Lumos, we celebrate individuality and value the unique perspectives and contributions of our team members. Together, let’s create a workplace that embraces diversity, promotes fairness, and fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us and be part of the change.