Senior Philanthropy Manager

Compassion UK

Senior Philanthropy Manager at Compassion UK & Ireland connecting supporters to help children in poverty. Building relationships and fostering donor engagement to drive philanthropic efforts.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £45,930 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing significant donor relationships and developing tailored engagement strategies that inspire generosity. Strong communication, organizational skills, and a commitment to the Christian faith are essential for fostering trust and collaboration.

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Donor Relationship ManagementStrategic Engagement PlanningExcellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsChristian Faith Commitment

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Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementInfluencing OthersPresentation SkillsStrategic Thinking

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PhilanthropySupporter EngagementIncome GenerationCultivation ActivityTravel Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and grow strong relationships with major supporters and prospective philanthropists.
Create and deliver tailored engagement plans that deepen supporter partnerships and inspire generosity.
Identify opportunities for significant gifts and strategic donor engagement.
Work collaboratively across Compassion UK & Ireland to connect supporters with meaningful ministry opportunities.
Help secure income that enables more children to be released from poverty in Jesus' name.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience managing and developing significant donor or philanthropic relationships.
A track record of building trust and influencing others through strong relationship management.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
The ability to think strategically while delivering excellent supporter experiences.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Willing and able to travel regularly for donor meetings, cultivation activity, team meetings and key organisational events, with a full valid driving licence and access to a car for work-related travel.
Personally committed to the Christian faith. You can read more about this in our Policy on Posts to be Held by Christians.

Benefits

Comp & perks

This is more than a fundraising role.
It's an opportunity to use your gifts, experience and faith to help release children from poverty in Jesus' name.
As part of Compassion UK & Ireland, you'll join a passionate team committed to seeing children, families and local churches thrive.
You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, contribute to a Christ-centred ministry and see the impact of your work through the lives transformed by Compassion's supporters.
Please explore our candidate pack to learn more about Compassion UK's benefits and what it means to live and work in accordance with Compassion UK’s Statement of Faith, Core Values, Ethos Statement, and other policies, including our commitment to Child Protection.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please contact the People & Culture Recruitment team.