Major Gifts Development Manager

We are excited to be working in partnership with Dogs for Good , a registered charity dedicated to advancing the boundless possibilities of what a connection between people and dogs can enable – in making everyday life fuller, healthier, and happier for everyone involved. They understand the extraordinary change dogs can enable when they form part of a social-care model centred on the needs of people and communities. With their new 2024-2028 strategy in place, it’s an exciting time to join the Dogs for Good team! We are seeking a Major Gifts Development Manager to join their newly formed Philanthropy and Partnerships team. We’re seeking a passionate individual to help develop new ways of working across donor pipeline management and prospect identification.  You'll collaborate closely with dog trainers, instructors, and senior management, crafting innovative proposals that deliver a compelling and inspiring case for support. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate: A track record in fundraising with evidence of successful solicitation of six-figure multi-year gifts.  Experience in building bespoke fundraising propositions for major gifts (corporate partners as well as trusts and foundations).  Experience in relationship building skills and an ability to interact with prospects and donors at the highest levels in a professional manner.  Knowledge of major gift fundraising techniques, and what it takes to achieve success in developing income from high value prospects and donors.  This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team during an exciting growth phase. You’ll work will make a meaningful impact in health and social care, whilst also championing Dogs for Good’s unwavering commitment to dog welfare. For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. Contract & Hours: Permanent. Full or part-time (28 – 35 hours per week) Location: Hybrid – min two days per week in the charity’s Head Office in Banbury (The Frances Hay Centre) Closing date for applications: Thursday 23rd January 2025 Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by close of play on Tuesday 28th January 2025  Interviews with Dogs for Good: Week commencing 3rd February 2025   A note from Charisma Don’t feel like you meet all of the requirements?  We’d still love to chat, we’re a people first recruitment partner.  We specialise in charity recruitment with over 22 years’ experience working as a consultancy who support inspiring professionals find the perfect roles in transformational organisation