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Major Gifts Development Manager - Dogs for Good

Banbury, United Kingdom
£32,500 to £37,500 (FTE)
Permanent
Closing on 2 March 2025

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.

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

Please note applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.  When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

Nick Thomas
Senior Consultant
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For more information on this role or for a confidential chat, please call 01962 813 300 or email us via info@charismarecruitment.co.uk
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