Regional Philanthropy Manager (UK)

• Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness
• Full time, Permanent Role, Flexible Location (proximity to London preferred)
• Closing Date: 5th November 2023

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is headquartered in Sydney, Australia and known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25+ countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.

To find out more about our work, please visit our website https://www.hollows.org

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Foundation actively fundraises across five regions: Australia, Asia, Europe, North America and the Middle East with in-country teams delivering localised fundraising strategies in support of our global ambitions.

Today 1.1 billion people around the world are needlessly blind or vision impaired. If we do nothing, the next 30 years will see vision loss nearly double. To address this, The Fred Hollows Foundation is embarking on an ambitious global fundraising Campaign, unlocking significant new resources to make a truly catalytic change in the battle against avoidable blindness around the world. Europe, as a center of wealth and leadership in strategic philanthropy, is an integral region for fundraising for the Campaign.

ABOUT YOU

The Fred hollows Foundation UK is looking for a self-motivated and highly efficient fundraising professional to lead the development of our major giving program across the United Kingdom and Europe, working as part of a global Campaign team.

To be successful in this role, you will need a deep understanding of major donor motivations, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build and manage diverse relationships collaboratively. Your adaptability and leadership during times of change, along with innovative and strategic thinking, will be key. A strong grasp of the philanthropic landscape in the UK and Europe, and a proven track record of securing substantial donations are essential.

You will be excited by the opportunity to establish a new major gifts program in the UK and thrive in a start-up environment. You should also excel in cross-functional teamwork, demonstrate budget management expertise, and have the capability to engage with senior executives effectively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Regional Philanthropy Manager (UK) will own the outcomes of:

• Strategy: Design and develop a major donor strategy for the UK and Europe to grow The Foundation’s revenue.
• Prospect development: Develop and execute programs/activities to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors. Cultivate relationships with individual donors personally and create customised solicitation strategies, matching the objectives of the organisation and interests of the prospective donors. Work with the Head of Global Comprehensive Campaign, Trustees and other key personnel to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward leadership gifts to the Campaign and facilitate peer-to-peer fundraising.
• Campaign success: Work with the Campaign team to develop and localise the Campaign case for support and fundraising methodology to maximise giving from Europe and the UK.
• Development in a new market: Network and raise awareness of The Foundation in the UK and Europe. Design and execute strategies to strengthen engagement with current stakeholders and new prospects while enhancing The Foundation’s brand presence.
• Communications and events: Develop marketing and pitch materials for use in major gift fundraising. Organise major donor stewardship and small cultivation events.
• Global collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues on local and global initiatives as appropriate. Liaise with colleagues in other Foundation fundraising offices to share innovations and best practices and, where needed, provide support. Interface with program colleagues around the world to meet funder demands and organisational fundraising needs.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Minimum seven years fundraising, relationship management and/or sales experience.
• Strong understanding of the philanthropic landscape in UK & Europe and associated trends.
• Experience in asking for and closing gifts of six figures or more.
• Demonstrated experience building long term relationships to deliver growth against targets.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Budget management experience within a not-for-profit environment or other relevant environment.
• Experience briefing and working with C-suite.

How we recognise your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

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