Philanthropy Officer

Contract: Permanent, full time

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Location: Burford or London, Hybrid (2 days in the office a week)

Closing date: Sunday 6 July 2025

Interview date: w/c 14 July 2025

We re looking for a proactive and relationship-focused Philanthropy Officer to join our Philanthropy team, which is responsible for raising significant income from individuals, trusts, and foundations.

More about the role

This role is central to the success of our mid-value giving programme. You ll manage your own portfolio of loyal and engaged donors, many of whom have long-standing relationships with the charity, delivering a thoughtful and well-structured programme of stewardship and fundraising communications throughout the year. Your work will ensure strong donor retention and help grow our supporter base by identifying and converting new prospects.

You ll also play a key role in supporting the wider Philanthropy team by providing high-quality administrative and operational support. This includes income processing, accurate donor data management, and supporting compliance with data protection policies and fundraising best practice

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a year-round stewardship and fundraising programme for mid-value individual donors

• Manage your own donor portfolio, responding to enquiries and building strong, personal relationships

• Coordinate key stewardship activities such as donor mailings, seasonal communications, and bespoke events

• Work with Individual Giving and Legacy teams to identify new prospects and support integrated donor journeys

• Accurately process and acknowledge all gifts, maintaining up-to-date records and ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection legislation

• Contribute to the development of stewardship materials and processes that enhance the donor experience
  

Want to know more? We've attached a detailed job description that outlines the role, responsibilities, and how you can make a difference.

About you

We re seeking a motivated and detail-focused Philanthropy Officer (Mid-Value Individuals) who brings a blend of creativity, organisation, and professionalism to their work. You ll be someone who thrives in a dynamic team environment while also building strong relationships across departments.

You ll have experience in individual giving or major donor fundraising and a natural flair for persuasive, engaging writing. With a curious mindset and a tenacious approach, you ll be comfortable managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and working with a high degree of discretion and care especially when handling donor data and confidential information.

This role requires someone who is confident with CRM systems and data analysis, and who understands the importance of compliance and best practice in donor stewardship.

You ll also be expected to deliver against clear KPIs and actively demonstrate the Blue Cross values in everything you do.

Knowledge, skills, and experience

• Understanding of Individual Giving and/or Major Donor fundraising principles

• Excellent written communication skills, with a flair for creating compelling fundraising and stewardship materials

• Knowledge of data protection and privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR)

• Experience using CRM systems or databases

• Ability to run reports and analyse data effectively

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across teams

• Strong time management skills and attention to detail, even under pressure

A bonus if you have:

• Experience managing administrative or operational processes

• Previous experience working in an animal welfare or charitable organisation

How to apply

Click the apply button and complete the online application process before 23:59 on the closing date on Sunday 6 July 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Blue Cross benefits

Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it weren t for their amazing efforts and commitment, we wouldn t be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, we want to provide you with the best working environment we can.

With a wide range of perks aimed at enhancing your life both inside and outside of work, you'll
thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Our generous benefits package includes:

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 30 days plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution

• Life assurance

• Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme

• Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support

• Free access to GP via MetLife

• Recognition scheme

• Annual volunteer days

• Claim for professional fees

• Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers.

To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.