Head of Philanthropy - Global

Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £47,389 to £56,535 with potential progression once in post to £63,606

Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to May 2027

Role Summary:

Join us in the ambitious ‘Birmingham in Action’ campaign, which commits to raising over £600 million of charitable funding and 1 million volunteer hours, positioning the University of Birmingham as one of the leaders in philanthropy in the UK. To fulfil our exciting campaign ambitions, we are recruiting a Head of Philanthropy – Global to maximise philanthropic funding and to take our campaign to the next level. A key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office’s (DARO) Philanthropy team, you will be responsible for growing major gifts opportunities and building a sustainable pipeline of future donations from global philanthropic markets. You will have experience of delivering against financial targets, along with the ability to translate complex information into a compelling ask in both verbal and written form. As the Head of Philanthropy - Global, you will be responsible for growing our international major gifts programme. In collaboration with the Associate Director of Philanthropy you will develop and implement fundraising strategies to increase major giving in Asia and North America as well as emerging areas of focus. You will manage a personal portfolio of six figure + (GBP) potential supporters and personally raise gifts in excess of £1m pa. You will manage the international philanthropy team of two individuals and support them to deliver their annual fundraising and supporting targets.  

As a senior fundraiser in DARO, you will be innovative, self-motivated, and take ownership of fundraising opportunities, with alignment to one of the University’s Colleges. As part of a dynamic team and led by some of the most respected names in higher education fundraising, you will work across the University to generate significant gifts for amazing philanthropic projects and encourage new donors to make long-term, sustainable gifts. You will have an enthusiasm for building relationships, the skill to interact with high-level donors and supporters, and the ability to showcase the game changing work of our academics and clinicians. 

We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work. 

Person Specification

• Relevant degree or relevant equivalent professional qualification plus substantial relevant experience evidencing the experience required in this role. 
• Authoritative knowledge of the work practices, processes and procedures relevant to the role, including broader sector/commercial awareness. 
• Experience of identifying and building long-term mutually beneficial relationships with High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI), donors, supporters, volunteers and corporates internationally.
• Developing medium and long-term solicitation strategies and using these to maximise income and foster a ‘culture of giving’ across the whole of your prospect pool. 
• Experience of leading and managing a team in a fundraising or target driven environment.  

Informal enquiries can be made to Jenny Prigg, email: j.prigg@bham.ac.uk

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