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About the Role

This role is key to delivering DofE’s fundraising ambitions across Scotland, securing philanthropic investment to achieve strategic goals and ensure more young people can access life-changing opportunities. You will manage and grow a portfolio of major donors, Trusts and Foundations, securing significant gifts and developing long-term partnerships. You will also identify, cultivate, and secure new funding opportunities, building a strong pipeline and diversifying income sources.

Responsibilities

Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors, and Trusts and Foundations.
Secure five- and six-figure gifts.
Develop long-term partnerships that support DofE’s strategic priorities across Scotland.
Identify, cultivate and secure new funding opportunities.
Build a strong pipeline of prospects.
Diversify income sources.
Develop compelling cases for support.
Create tailored funding proposals.
Deliver outstanding stewardship that inspires donors to deepen their engagement with DofE.
Represent the charity at meetings, events and networking opportunities.
Build strong relationships with donors, funders, volunteers and stakeholders.
Bring insight into Scotland’s philanthropic landscape.
Help shape fundraising activity that supports sustainable income growth.
Work across teams to identify funding opportunities.
Develop impactful funding propositions.
Ensure supporters receive an exceptional experience.

Requirements

Proven track record of securing and managing significant gifts from Trusts and Foundations and major donors.
Experience developing and managing a pipeline of prospects, moving supporters successfully from identification through to solicitation and stewardship.
Strong relationship management skills with the ability to engage, influence and inspire a wide range of stakeholders.
Experience of developing compelling funding proposals, applications and cases of support tailored to donor interests.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams to identify opportunities and develop fundraising solutions.
Strong networking skills and the ability to identify, create and maximise opportunities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
A self-motivated, proactive and resilient approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
A passion for creating opportunities for young people and a commitment to DofE’s vision, values and commitment to inclusion.
Must undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Must provide references covering any gaps of employment/education.
Must confirm eligibility to work in the UK.
Must complete a health check.

Skills

Relationship-building
Strategic approach to income generation
Relationship management
Networking
Written communication
Verbal communication
Presentation skills
Collaboration
Proactiveness
Resilience
Independent work
Teamwork

Location

Home based / with some regional travel
Scotland
London
Other parts of the UK

Work Type

Fixed Term - Full Time

Experience Level

Senior
Experienced fundraiser

Salary/Compensations

£42,567 - £50,079 / year

Benefits

Generous pension contribution
Employee assistance programme
Healthcare cash plan
Volunteer leave
25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
Additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year
Buy additional annual leave
Benefits discount website
Death in service benefit 4 x salary
Incapacity benefit
Generous family leave
Generous sick leave
Geographical allowance (7% capped at £4,000 per annum for postcodes within 30 miles of Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS)

About the Company

We help young people to build life-long belief in themselves, supporting them to take on their own challenges, follow their own passions and discover talents they never knew they had.
Because when you prove yourself that you’re ready for anything nothing can hold you back.
The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.