Philanthropy Key Relationships Manager

Bible Society; England; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job description

Philanthropy Key Relationships Manager

We are looking for a Philanthropy Key Relationships Manager to lead on building and strengthening relationships with major and mid-level donors, helping them achieve their philanthropic goals while raising vital income for the charity.

Position: Key Relationships Manager

Location: Home based (with quarterly in person All Staff days, travel to donors and some Fundraising team days in Swindon). To facilitate travel to donors, candidate will need to be based in the South of England, or near London.

Hours: Full-time

Salary: GBP37,000 to GBP41,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 11 May 2025

The Role

With a strong focus on stewardship, you will manage a portfolio of supporters, create tailored engagement opportunities, and deliver compelling cases for support that inspire long-term giving. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to ensure a joined-up, strategic approach to relationship fundraising. Your ability to communicate with clarity and warmth, alongside a deep understanding of what motivates Christian supporters, will be key to growing support and maximising impact.

About You

You will have proven experience of developing high-value relationships with donors (individuals) and a track record of success in soliciting major gifts in excess of GBP5k or transferable skills gained in a similar role with equally demanding relationship-based targets.

With knowledge of the principles of relationships fundraising to include identification, research, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major and mid-level donors, you will have experience of working autonomously and effectively with people at senior or Board level.

Key Skills

1. Evidence of strong influencing and negotiating skills
2. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to make a cogent and compelling supporting case for each project
3. The ability to develop excellent working relationships with staff, Trustees and volunteers; you will be diplomatic, persuasive and credible at a senior level
4. The ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining focus and standards, and balancing time scales
5. The ability to confidently present to and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders
6. An understanding of what drives and motivates potential and existing Christian supporters

If you are passionate about research and eager to contribute to meaningful public debates, we encourage you to apply. Please provide your CV and a 250-word statement that sets out your interest and suitability for this position.

In Return

Commitment - As a Christian organisation, the charity believes you have gifts and abilities that are all your own. So they are willing to explore how what you have might fit what’s needed.

It's personal - You have a life outside work, and the organisation wants you to be able to live it well. So they are happy to talk to you about flexible working hours and working from home.

Learn and grow - When you're trained in a new skill, or learn a different perspective, it benefits everyone. The organisation is committed to making it possible for everyone to flourish, with a huge variety of learning resources available.

Together and apart - The charity believes in home working where it’s appropriate, and during lockdown they made that work really well. But they know how important it is to meet face to face, too and are committed to making the office an enriching environment, where people are glad to be.

Celebrating difference - Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the organisation and it promotes diversity of thought, culture and background. Diversity is valued and this is reflected in the workforce.

Level ground - We want you to bring your best to the application and selection process. If you need any adjustments to be made for that to happen, let us know and we'll be glad to help.

Benefits

Benefits include: Flexible Working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Family Time benefits including TOIL, 28 days (plus bank holidays) after 2 years service (plus holiday trading, office closed at Christmas, additional closure the day before Good Friday and the day after Easter Monday), gym membership, Health Cash Plan or Private Medical, Cycle Scheme, Life Assurance, Staff Seminars, All Staff Gatherings, Access to LinkedIn Learning platform, Tastecard, Childcare Vouchers, Loyalty Awards, Staff Events, Free tea and coffee.

Working in over 200 countries and territories, the organisation's parent charity is a global mission to bring the Bible to life for everyone and believes that when people engage with the Bible lives can be changed, for good.

The charity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and aspires to reflect this in its workforce. Applications are welcome from people representing all sections of the community.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.