Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager
At Prospect Hospice, we are dedicated to providing outstanding end-of-life care to our patients, as well as offering emotional, spiritual, and practical support to their families and loved ones. Based in Swindon, we serve communities across North Wiltshire, Swindon, and the surrounding areas.
As a charity, we rely heavily on the generosity of individuals, businesses, and philanthropic donors to fund our services. We are now seeking a dynamic Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager to join our team and help us continue this vital work.
Hours: 30 to 37.5 hours per week (Flexible working options, minimum 3 days per week in the office, part-time considered).
What is the role?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and results-driven individual to make a real impact in our community.
As the Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy Manager, you will drive income through acquiring and managing relationships with corporate partners and major donors. You will proactively identify prospects, build relationships, and prepare inspiring proposals to help meet ambitious fundraising targets. You will also be responsible for managing some of the charity’s highest value existing relationships, providing excellent stewardship and thinking creatively to maximise their impact through new initiatives.
We are looking for a confident, proactive individual who is passionate about making a difference. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, with the creativity to develop new fundraising ideas and the resilience to achieve ambitious income targets.
About you:
* Experience of securing and managing income-generating partnerships
* Experience of stewarding philanthropists/major donors
* Experience of the New Business journey
* Experience of growing income through excellent stewardship and partnership development
* Excellent networking & relationship building skills
* Ability to perform online research efficiently & effectively
Although not essential, the following skills would also be highly desirable for this role:
* Experience of using a pipeline to record and track progress of fundraising relationships
* Experience of using Raiser’s Edge fundraising platform
* Good understanding of fundraising law, relevant compliance matters
* Good understanding of corporate CSR and ESG frameworks
Due to the nature of this role, a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle is also required.
We offer a great range of benefits, including:
* 27 days annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)
* Generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance
* Discounts with local retailers, gyms, and service providers including Blue Light Discount Card
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Family-friendly policies and practice
* Supportive induction, and training and development
* Free parking
To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and why you’d like to work with us to HR@prospect-hospice.net.
Interviews will be held on 15 October 2024
Equality & Diversity
Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business, and the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment processes, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks, and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
We will review applications as they come in and therefore we may close the vacancy before the closing date. Candidates are therefore advised to apply early.
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