Philanthropy Manager

As the Philanthropy Manager (Mid-level), you will help lead Compassion UK’s mid-level donor programme. This role focuses on building meaningful relationships with supporters who may consider giving at a higher level. You will use personalised communication, primarily through phone and email, to share the impact of giving and encourage deeper engagement.

You will develop creative ways to engage, ask, and thank donors, while shaping long-term strategies to improve acquisition and retention. Working closely with colleagues across departments, you will ensure supporters receive excellent stewardship and feel connected to Compassion UK’s mission to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-lead the mid-level donor fundraising programme for Compassion UK.
• Wider Philanthropy support.
• Actively maintain and promote Compassion UK’s Christian ethos and values.   
• Please view the full job description

What we’re Looking for:

• A Natural Communicator. You’re articulate, adaptable, and able to build meaningful relationships through both spoken and written word. Whether it’s a heartfelt conversation or a professional email, you know how to connect.
• Relational and Empathetic. You bring warmth, trust, and emotional intelligence to every interaction. With strong listening skills and a resilient spirit, you’re driven to make a difference and inspire generosity.
• Organised and Forward-Thinking. You thrive in fast-paced environments, managing multiple donor relationships with care and precision. You’re proactive, strategic, and always a few steps ahead.
• Mission-Driven. You care deeply about global poverty and are eager to grow in your understanding. Your passion shapes your work and inspires those around you.
• Detail-Oriented and Efficient. You’re confident with tools like Microsoft Office and know how to prioritise, stay organised, and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.
• Personally committed to the Christian faith. There’s an occupational requirement for the holder of this role to be a practising Christian, in order to promote Compassion’s ethos and help others to experience, explore and express the faith-based motivation of our work.  You can read more about this in our Policy on Posts to be Held by Christians.

Location, hours and benefits:

Office-based
*Hybrid working is offered as a benefit.
You will work a minimum of 40% of your hours from Compassion House in Fleet, Hampshire, and the office is closed on Fridays.  However, we reserve the right to vary those arrangements in future.

Hours
35 hours per week

In return, you will get

• Flexible and sociable working environment, parental leave, and mental health support
• Hybrid working may be offered as a benefit, with a minimum of 40% of hours in the office
• Enhanced annual leave
• Free parking
• Access to Compassion House gym with shower facilities
• Time in Lieu offered
• Pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
• Income Protection & Group Life cover
• Private Medical & Dental cover
• Celebrating life milestones such as, birthdays, newcomers, weddings, babies etc
• Tea and Treat Wednesday
• Fully equipped kitchen area, with lunch and break out areas
• Hot-desking, sit where you want, when you want
• Weekly team prayers and devotionals
• Compassion updates and worship events
• Casual dress code

Apply today if this is your calling!