Philanthropy Fundraising Manager

Package Description

Band: D

Salary: £43,500 – £48,000 including London weighting allowance of £5,319

Location: It is on a London based contract with a minimum of two working days in the office (split across Energy Centre, W12 and LBH, W1A)

Contract type: 12 month fixed term contract

We’re happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

• Excellent career progression – the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation.
• Unrivalled training and development opportunities – our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification.
• Benefits – We offer a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym. You can find out more about working at the BBC by selecting this link to our candidate pack.

If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process please contact the [email protected]. For any general queries, please contact: [email protected].

About the BBC

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

We don’t focus simply on what we do – we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you’ve read about our values and behaviours here.

Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC – whether that’s to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here.

Job Information

This role sits in the fundraising team of BBC Media Action – the BBC’s international charity, working with partners around the world to provide impartial, impactful, and trustworthy media to those in need. We empower people to make informed choices that transform their lives, delivering stronger democracies, a safer planet, and more inclusive societies. In an era of disinformation, we use the power of media and communication to shape a more positive and equitable future for all.

Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, this role will identify, cultivate, secure and steward mid level and major gifts from existing and prospective donors. With a focus on securing unrestricted, or semi-restricted income for the charity, you will build and foster positive relationships with philanthropic donors, providing excellent stewardship to existing and new donors.

You will develop a strong pipeline of national and international major gift prospects using various methods to identify warm and cold opportunities. This will include working with BBC Media Action’s leadership team, Trustees and the wider BBC and our Fundraising Boards. You will also work closely with the wider fundraising and central business development teams to prioritise and progress opportunities. 

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Manage a portfolio of mid-level and major donors, implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Deliver realistic fundraising targets in line with BBC Media Action’s strategic goals.
• Lead the development of the Giving Circle, in collaboration with the Head of Fundraising.
• Focus on outreach to an untapped donor pipeline, including identifying prospects, conducting research, and making successful asks.
• Create unique donor engagement opportunities and cultivation events, leveraging relationships across the BBC.
• Develop tailored proposals and presentations for major donors.
• Conduct due diligence, including ethical checks and donor audits.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and best practices in data management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, trustees, and volunteers, to expand the donor pipeline.
• Deputise for the Head of Fundraising when required.
• Accurately record all donations and interactions in Salesforce.
• Stay up to date with trends in fundraising, philanthropy, and the international development sector.
• Contribute to internal communications and fundraising materials.

Knowledge, Skills, Training & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in a fundraising role, with a track record of successfully stewarding major donors.
• Experience of generating income in the £100,000+ range and personally securing gifts of £25,000 or more.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong donor relationships and work effectively with senior leadership.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Financial acumen and the ability to manage budgets effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Familiarity with digital and social media platforms in fundraising contexts.

Desirable 

• Experience of working in the international development sector

Why work for Media Action?

• Opportunity to work with a leading international charity making a tangible difference around the world.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working options, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• Collaborative and inclusive team environment.

Package Description

Band: D

Salary: £43,500 – £48,000 including London weighting allowance of £5,319

Location: It is on a London based contract with a minimum of two working days in the office (split across Energy Centre, W12 and LBH, W1A)

Contract type: 12 month fixed term contract

We’re happy to discuss flexible working. Please indicate your choice under the flexible working question in the application. There is no obligation to raise this at the application stage but if you wish to do so, you are welcome to. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

• Excellent career progression – the BBC offers great opportunities for employees to seek new challenges and work in different areas of the organisation.
• Unrivalled training and development opportunities – our in-house Academy hosts a wide range of internal and external courses and certification.
• Benefits – We offer a negotiable salary package, a flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance and 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days, a defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care and gym. You can find out more about working at the BBC by selecting this link to our candidate pack.

If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process please contact the [email protected]. For any general queries, please contact: [email protected].

About the BBC

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC for different reasons and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

We don’t focus simply on what we do – we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you’ve read about our values and behaviours here.

Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC – whether that’s to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here.

Job Information

This role sits in the fundraising team of BBC Media Action – the BBC’s international charity, working with partners around the world to provide impartial, impactful, and trustworthy media to those in need. We empower people to make informed choices that transform their lives, delivering stronger democracies, a safer planet, and more inclusive societies. In an era of disinformation, we use the power of media and communication to shape a more positive and equitable future for all.

Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, this role will identify, cultivate, secure and steward mid level and major gifts from existing and prospective donors. With a focus on securing unrestricted, or semi-restricted income for the charity, you will build and foster positive relationships with philanthropic donors, providing excellent stewardship to existing and new donors.

You will develop a strong pipeline of national and international major gift prospects using various methods to identify warm and cold opportunities. This will include working with BBC Media Action’s leadership team, Trustees and the wider BBC and our Fundraising Boards. You will also work closely with the wider fundraising and central business development teams to prioritise and progress opportunities. 

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Manage a portfolio of mid-level and major donors, implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Deliver realistic fundraising targets in line with BBC Media Action’s strategic goals.
• Lead the development of the Giving Circle, in collaboration with the Head of Fundraising.
• Focus on outreach to an untapped donor pipeline, including identifying prospects, conducting research, and making successful asks.
• Create unique donor engagement opportunities and cultivation events, leveraging relationships across the BBC.
• Develop tailored proposals and presentations for major donors.
• Conduct due diligence, including ethical checks and donor audits.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and best practices in data management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, trustees, and volunteers, to expand the donor pipeline.
• Deputise for the Head of Fundraising when required.
• Accurately record all donations and interactions in Salesforce.
• Stay up to date with trends in fundraising, philanthropy, and the international development sector.
• Contribute to internal communications and fundraising materials.

Knowledge, Skills, Training & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in a fundraising role, with a track record of successfully stewarding major donors.
• Experience of generating income in the £100,000+ range and personally securing gifts of £25,000 or more.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong donor relationships and work effectively with senior leadership.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Financial acumen and the ability to manage budgets effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Familiarity with digital and social media platforms in fundraising contexts.

Desirable 

• Experience of working in the international development sector

Why work for Media Action?

• Opportunity to work with a leading international charity making a tangible difference around the world.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working options, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• Collaborative and inclusive team environment.

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