Philanthropy Manager

World Vision

Philanthropy Manager expanding World Vision's major donor programme in New Zealand. Building strategic relationships and inspiring transformational giving for vulnerable children.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeAuckland • 🇳🇿 New ZealandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own a portfolio of high-value relationships
Identifying, cultivating and stewarding major donors through deeply personalised engagement that inspires transformational giving
Travel to meet donors in their location and accompany them on international field visits to World Vision programmes, and curate exclusive New Zealand experiences that turn interest into long-term philanthropic commitment
Develop individual donor plans that balance ambitious fundraising targets for the most vulnerable children with genuine, trust-based partnership
Contribute to compelling storytelling that brings World Vision's global impact to life for New Zealand donors, connecting their generosity to real outcomes for real children
Respond to warm introductions converting networks into meaningful new philanthropic relationships
Maintain rigorous donor records in our CRM, manage your pipeline through structured moves management, and report transparently on progress toward agreed targets

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years' experience in fundraising, major gift relationship management or business development
Proven ability to build strategic, authentic relationships and influence stakeholders across philanthropy, business or community sectors
Strong organisational skills with a track record of delivering against agreed targets and deadlines
Experience managing donor relationships using CRM systems and structured relationship or moves management approaches
A confident networker with existing connections in philanthropic or business communities
Proactive and forward-thinking, with the initiative to identify opportunities, generate new ideas and drive meaningful engagement
Comfortable working flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends and travel within New Zealand and internationally
Aligned with World Vision's values and committed to making a meaningful impact for vulnerable children

Benefits

Comp & perks

Southern Cross medical insurance
Life insurance
A day off on your birthday
Option to buy additional leave
Hybrid work environment
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Access to a free Wills package
Opportunities for ongoing learning, development and education

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Hard Skills & Tools

FundraisingMajor Gift Relationship ManagementBusiness DevelopmentCRM ManagementMoves ManagementDonor Relationship ManagementTarget AchievementStorytellingPipeline ManagementData Reporting

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingInfluencing StakeholdersOrganisational SkillsNetworkingProactivityInitiativeFlexibilityCollaborationCommunicationTrust Building