Philanthropy Manager

Islamic Relief UK (IRUK) is recruiting for the position of Philanthropy Manager to be based from its Waterloo Office, London. The organisation is currently operating to a hybrid working model. The purpose of the role is to lead and grow income from high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and major donors, managing and developing long-term, values-driven relationships in line with annually agreed targets and budgets. The postholder will oversee the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of key supporters, manage a portfolio of high-value prospects, and line manage the Philanthropy Executive to ensure effective delivery of the major donor strategy.

IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Requirements and responsibilities

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in fundraising, marketing or relationship management
• In-depth understanding of major donor fundraising and philanthropy trends.
• Proven ability to secure five- and six-figure gifts from HNWIs.
• Strong relationship management, networking and influencing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Strategic and analytical thinker with ability to plan and deliver results.
• Knowledge of CRM systems and data-led decision-making (experience with Power BI an advantage).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Significant experience of working in major donor fundraising or equivalent income-generating roles.
• Experience of managing or mentoring staff.
• Demonstrable experience of achieving and exceeding income targets.
• Experience developing and implementing donor stewardship plans.
• Experience preparing tailored proposals and impact reports for donors.
• Experience in developing team strategies and monitoring performance.

If you are talented, reliable, service-minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional looking for a meaningful career, with a strong commitment to IRW's mission and values of sincerity, excellence, compassion, social justice and custodianship, please apply by completing our online application form.

Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is a faith-based humanitarian relief and development organisation working to save and transform the lives of some of the world's most vulnerable people. Established in 1984, with an active presence in over 45 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disasters. IRUK's focus is strengthening effective funding, mobilising for change through advocacy and awareness-raising, and strengthening programme development and delivery. IRUK works with various partners and institutions, from governments, non-governmental organisations and local authorities to grassroots communities.