Philanthropy Development Manager

How to Apply:

We request your CV and also a one-page motivation letter setting out why you want the role and how you meet the requirements.

Key dates:

- Closing date: 11:59pm, Thursday 12 June 2025

- First round interviews: Tuesday 17 June 2025

- Final round interviews: Thursday 19 June 2025

Members philanthropy:

There has never been a more exciting time to join the Goldsmiths Company, as we embark on ambitious plans to reinvigorate members charitable giving ahead of 2027. The Company enjoys a strong sense of pride and engagement among its members. With 91% feeling proud to be part of it; over three-quarters of our members join the Company because of the spirit of community. They are motivated to give back and are passionate about supporting the trade and craft and the next generation part of our living heritage. Our aim is that all members are a dynamic force for positive change, with a shared purpose to be outstanding role models for future generations of Goldsmiths. In recent years, charitable donations from members have plateaued. We are embarking on an ambitious new phase to reinvigorate and increase our philanthropic income and deepen our relationships with supporters setting the future of philanthropic giving for generations to come.

Role Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, fundraiser who is target driven, to apply for a new role, Philanthropy Development Manager, to lead a step-change in member giving. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of philanthropic giving at the Goldsmiths Company. The postholder will develop and implement strategies to double the amount individual members give each year for the next three years. In doing this they will work with the Goldsmiths Foundation to harness the power of community, connection, and purpose-driven philanthropy. This role is ideal for a confident relationship-builder, communicator and fundraiser who can develop compelling cases for support, segment and engage diverse supporter groups, and deliver targeted campaigns that inspire generosity. They will need to relish the opportunity to collaborate with different teams and stakeholders across the organisation and enjoy the challenge of working to achieve a significant new fundraising target. The role is part of the membership team and will collaborate closely across teams in the institution, particularly the Goldsmiths Foundation, Finance and Communications.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and deliver a multi-year strategy to grow member giving, with a focus on significantly increasing contributions within a defined timeframe.

Analyse current giving trends and segment the membership to identify opportunities for tailored engagement and stewardship.

Develop and manage campaigns, appeals, events, and digital communications that strengthen donor relationships and drive income.

Build personal relationships with high-potential donors.

Collaborate with Communications and other teams to align philanthropic messaging with the Goldsmiths Foundation s impact and values.

Monitor progress through clear KPIs and provide regular performance reporting to leadership, the Membership Committee and Foundation Trustees.

Identify and seize opportunities to amplify and promote members giving, in collaboration with teams across the Goldsmiths Foundation, Membership. Communications and Finance.

Contribute to annual budgets and business planning.

Maintain and develop the CRM system in line with fundraising best practice and UK GDPR, and ensure fundraising is ethical, inclusive and legally compliant.

Skills & Experience Essential:

Proven track record in fundraising or philanthropy development, ideally within a membership or alumni-based organisation.

Demonstrable success in growing income from individual donors, including designing and delivering donor acquisition and retention strategies.

Strong experience in project management, with good operational and planning skills and the confidence to co-ordinate the work of others.

Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages that resonate with diverse audiences.

Data-driven mindset, with experience in CRM/database management, donor segmentation, and campaign performance analysis.

Strong relationship-building skills, including experience stewarding mid- to high-level donors or members.

Creative, proactive, and self-motivated, with a passion for mission-led work and a collaborative approach to achieving results.

Skills & Experience Desirable:

Experience working in an arts, education, or heritage charity.

Understanding of membership engagement models and legacy giving,

Familiarity with ethical fundraising practices and UK charity fundraising regulations.

Demonstrable commitment to best practice in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and applying these principles to philanthropic strategy and stakeholder engagement.

Attributes:

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

A strong sense of integrity and purpose, motivated by the opportunity to support the trade and craft, creativity and education through meaningful philanthropy.

Emotional intelligence and empathy, with the ability to build trust and nurture long-term relationships across a diverse community of members.

A collaborative and inclusive approach, working respectfully and effectively across teams and with members from all walks of life.

Resilience and adaptability, comfortable navigating change and committed to continuous learning and improvement.

What We Offer:

23 days annual leave (inclusive of 3 Christmas closure days) plus public holidays pro-rata for part-time staff

Generous pension scheme (up to 14% employer contribution, if employee contributes 5%)

Access to retail discount platform (VivUp)

Company social events, including up to 5 free tickets to the Goldsmiths Fair

Simplyhealth Level 1 Enhanced Health Cash Plan

Death in Service of 4 x salary (8 x salary if a member of the Company pension scheme)

Income Protection cover

Cycle to Work scheme

Season Ticket Loan

after successful completion of probation