Head of Philanthropy (x2)

2 x Head of Philanthropy (Major Giving/ Transformational Giving) Location: UK Flexible Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday but we’re open to flexible working Contract: Permanent Salary: £56,000 – £63,500 per annum (dependent on experience and including ILW of £3,344) If based outside of London: £52,656 – £60,156 per annum (dependent on experience)

Are you ready to play a critical role in transforming our Philanthropy fundraising as we deliver our ambitious strategy to help people in crisis?

The British Red Cross is re-shaping and growing fundraising from major donors and trusts & foundations at a time when our work with people in crisis has never been more relevant or needed. From the Covid crisis in the UK to war in Ukraine, we work in partnership with major philanthropists to respond during a crisis.

At this crucial and exciting time, we’re looking for two exceptional philanthropy leaders to take on the roles of Head of Philanthropy – Major Giving and Head of Philanthropy – Transformational Giving.

What you’ll be doing

Both opportunities will lead teams that build relationships with the UK’s most significant philanthropists, including individuals and families giving both individually and through more structured mechanisms like trusts and foundations. Both roles will play key roles in delivering ambitious and bold change and growth that is rooted in the increasing need for our services.

Our Head of Philanthropy – Major Giving role will lead the team working with our closest, core philanthropy relationships (across both major donors and t&f and focused on supporters giving less than £1m). This team will have a strong innovation focus exploring new audiences and products such as next generation philanthropy and diaspora philanthropy.

The Head of Philanthropy – Transformational Growth will lead the team working with our most significant and complex philanthropy supporters (across both major donors and t&f, and focused on supporters giving more than £1m). This team will work with existing supporters but there will be a strong focus on new business and growth.

Please read the attached role profiles for a greater understanding of key responsibilities/ person specification. If you have a preference on a strategic focus area (Major Giving or Transformational Growth), let us know on your application supporting statement.

About the team

The Philanthropy department consists of the Major Giving team, the Transformational Giving team and the Stewardship & Operations team. The department is responsible for delivering BRC’s philanthropy strategy and leads on relationships with all philanthropy donors giving £5k+. Following a recent restructure, this directorate has increased investment and focus to realise ambitious growth in income over the next three years.

The role might be for you if

You’re a leader with all the qualities and experience necessary to effectively manage, motivate, and develop high performing teams, leading them through transformative change with compassion and thoughfulness.

You have a deep understanding of Philanthropy fundraising, covering both t&f and major donors. You’re motivated by working closely with philanthropic individuals, families and organisations to deliver impact for vulnerable people.

You take the initiative, and have a can-do attitude with vision and flair for spotting new opportunities and solving complex challenges. You are motivated by facilitating excellent supporter experience and driving excellence.

Closing date for applications is (23:59), Wednesday 14th September 2022 with interviews to follow from week commencing 26th September 2022.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits, these include:

36 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave Up to 6% contributory pension Flexible working policy

A little bit more about us

The British Red Cross help anyone, anywhere in the UK; get the support they need if crisis strikes. From hiring a wheelchair or dealing with loneliness, to adjusting to life in a new country – we’re there when you need us.

Our organisation was born out of a desire to bring help without discrimination. Impartiality and neutrality have been central values for the Red Cross since we started.

At the British Red Cross, we are looking for the best people to help us provide support to millions of people affected by crisis in the UK. We want our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, offering equal opportunities to everyone, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.

Diversity is something we celebrate, a nd we want you to be able to be yourself at work, and feel you’re in a great position to help us spread the power of kindness. In the British Red Cross we will not tolerate any form of misconduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse. We have a code of conduct in place, and are committed to creating a culture of integrity in the organisation where misconduct is not tolerated, situations of abuse are quickly investigated and perpetrators are dealt with effectively.

If you are appointed to a role within BRC you will be subject to the organisation’s Code of Conduct, a copy of which you can find on our website.

As part of its recruitment and selection process the British Red Cross undertakes DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checking of all individuals who regularly work with or have access to children and vulnerable adults.

If driving is an essential requirement of the role, appropriate driver checks will be completed in l ine with current policy.

The British Red Cross, incorporated by Royal Charter 1908, is a charity registered in England and Wales (220949) and Scotland (SC037738).

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