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We have a new role and opportunity for an outstanding Senior Relationship Fundraising Head of Department!
Contract:
Full time with 2/3 days in the Milton Keynes office
Company Description
World Vision is the world’s largest international children’s charity, dedicated to bringing real hope to millions of children in the world’s hardest places as a sign of God’s unconditional love. Our staff work in communities worldwide to free children from fear and provide them with love, protection, education, and good health. With a vision of a world where every child has the opportunity to live life to the full, we respond quickly to emergencies and advocate for children’s rights at all decision-making levels.
Role Description
The Senior Head of Relationship Fundraising will lead and scale World Vision UK’s relational fundraising activities to achieve income exceeding £10 million within three years. The role encompasses overseeing high-value donor streams, including Trusts and Foundations, Philanthropy, and Legacies. Driving strategy, innovation, and execution to grow sustainable income. This individual will be highly experienced in delivering a systems-thinking approach, ensuring scalable, replicable models for success across all income streams, while operating effectively within a global and integrated fundraising context.
This pivotal position requires a strategic, innovative relationship manager who combines operational excellence with spiritual maturity, inspiring internal teams and external partners to achieve transformative outcomes. Being comfortable and able to pray with donors is a critical aspect of the role, alongside being able to relate with donors of all and no faith.
Skills and experience
* Leadership with the ability to drive transformational growth within a global context.
* Significant experience leading and coaching teams, applying best practices in sales and performance management to achieve outstanding results.
* Demonstrable experience in Strategy development and creation of multi-year, multi £M income department strategies.
* Proven ability to design and implement scalable, systems-driven fundraising strategies that integrate with multi-channel approaches.
* Exceptional relationship-building skills, particularly with high-net-worth donors, senior stakeholders, and global partners.
Qualifications
* Outstanding communication and storytelling skills, capable of inspiring donors with compelling narratives.
* Proven background in multi-£M Legacy income generation, cultivation and relationship building within a philanthropic channel.
* Demonstrated knowledge of Philanthropy and Charity sector.
* Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
* Understanding of child protection and safeguarding policies.
* Relevant degree in Fundraising, Philanthropy, Non-profit Management, or related field.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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