About us PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people's mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships. To find out more visit our website About the role The Development Officer plays a key role in Pro Bono Economics' (PBE's) Development Team, working across all income streams (trusts and foundations, institutional funders, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and corporates) to help deliver the organisation's ambitious fundraising strategy. This varied role involves day-to-day tasks such as conducting in-depth prospect research, managing the fundraising database, supporting the preparation of proposals, pitches and grant applications, and ensuring excellent donor stewardship and event coordination. Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working Main Duties & Responsibilities Prospect research & database management: Conduct thorough research to identify potential funders across trusts, foundations, institutions, corporates, and HNWIs. Manage and maintain the fundraising database (e.g. Salesforce), ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of donors, prospects, and activity. Analyse data to inform donor engagement strategies and identify new opportunities. Proposal & grant application support: Assist in drafting high-quality funding proposals, grant applications, research applications and case-for-support documents. Collaborate with the Development Director and other Development Team members to tailor applications to specific funder priorities. Compile and organise relevant information to support compelling applications and pitches. Donor stewardship & communications: Support donor stewardship activities, including drafting thank-you letters, reports, and updates to ensure ongoing engagement. Coordinate donor communications, ensuring a personalised and professional approach. Help plan and deliver donor events, including logistics and follow-up. Team & administrative support: Provide administrative support to the Development Director and other Development Team members as needed. Assist in tracking and reporting on fundraising progress against targets. Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR. About you This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in fundraising, gain experience across income streams, and make a meaningful contribution to PBE's mission of ending low personal wellbeing in the UK. Reporting directly to the Director of Development, the Development Officer will have the following experience and skills. Experience: You are interested in developing your experience of fundraising. You have strong organisational skills and enjoy research and data management. You enjoy working in teams but can deliver on tasks independently and use your initiative. Familiarity with fundraising and good verbal and written communication skills are ideal. You will likely have a couple of years of (paid or voluntary) fundraising experience in a non-profit organisation working with one or more of the following income streams - trusts and foundations, institutional funders, corporates, and/or HNWIs. Skills/Competencies Ideal characteristics include: Research skills: Strong ability to conduct detailed research and identify funding opportunities. Fundraising expertise: Proven experience in securing funding from trusts, foundations, corporates, and/or high-net-worth individuals. Relationship management: Strong interpersonal skills to support donor engagement and management. Grant writing: Strong writing skills to assist in developing and submitting high-quality funding applications and grant reporting. Research collaboration: Ability to work with the research and policy team to identify and support funding needs for specific projects. Organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and maintain attention to detail. Core competencies: Team player: Ability to work collaboratively within a small, dynamic team. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, adaptable to various stakeholders. Proactive: Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative in identifying and pursuing funding opportunities. CRM proficiency: Experience using CRM systems to track donor engagement (Salesforce is a plus). Attention to detail: Commitment to quality and precision in both written work and fundraising operations. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organisation, responding to new opportunities. Desirable characteristics include: Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred). Experience in fundraising for research or social impact organisations. Knowledge of fundraising regulations and compliance. A strong commitment to PBE's internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect. Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role's ideal criteria. For details of our applicant's privacy policy, please see o ur website.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
About us PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people's mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships. To find out more visit our website About the role The Development Officer plays a key role in Pro Bono Economics' (PBE's) Development Team, working across all income streams (trusts and foundations, institutional funders, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and corporates) to help deliver the organisation's ambitious fundraising strategy. This varied role involves day-to-day tasks such as conducting in-depth prospect research, managing the fundraising database, supporting the preparation of proposals, pitches and grant applications, and ensuring excellent donor stewardship and event coordination. Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working Main Duties & Responsibilities Prospect research & database management: Conduct thorough research to identify potential funders across trusts, foundations, institutions, corporates, and HNWIs. Manage and maintain the fundraising database (e.g. Salesforce), ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of donors, prospects, and activity. Analyse data to inform donor engagement strategies and identify new opportunities. Proposal & grant application support: Assist in drafting high-quality funding proposals, grant applications, research applications and case-for-support documents. Collaborate with the Development Director and other Development Team members to tailor applications to specific funder priorities. Compile and organise relevant information to support compelling applications and pitches. Donor stewardship & communications: Support donor stewardship activities, including drafting thank-you letters, reports, and updates to ensure ongoing engagement. Coordinate donor communications, ensuring a personalised and professional approach. Help plan and deliver donor events, including logistics and follow-up. Team & administrative support: Provide administrative support to the Development Director and other Development Team members as needed. Assist in tracking and reporting on fundraising progress against targets. Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR. About you This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in fundraising, gain experience across income streams, and make a meaningful contribution to PBE's mission of ending low personal wellbeing in the UK. Reporting directly to the Director of Development, the Development Officer will have the following experience and skills. Experience: You are interested in developing your experience of fundraising. You have strong organisational skills and enjoy research and data management. You enjoy working in teams but can deliver on tasks independently and use your initiative. Familiarity with fundraising and good verbal and written communication skills are ideal. You will likely have a couple of years of (paid or voluntary) fundraising experience in a non-profit organisation working with one or more of the following income streams - trusts and foundations, institutional funders, corporates, and/or HNWIs. Skills/Competencies Ideal characteristics include: Research skills: Strong ability to conduct detailed research and identify funding opportunities. Fundraising expertise: Proven experience in securing funding from trusts, foundations, corporates, and/or high-net-worth individuals. Relationship management: Strong interpersonal skills to support donor engagement and management. Grant writing: Strong writing skills to assist in developing and submitting high-quality funding applications and grant reporting. Research collaboration: Ability to work with the research and policy team to identify and support funding needs for specific projects. Organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and maintain attention to detail. Core competencies: Team player: Ability to work collaboratively within a small, dynamic team. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, adaptable to various stakeholders. Proactive: Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative in identifying and pursuing funding opportunities. CRM proficiency: Experience using CRM systems to track donor engagement (Salesforce is a plus). Attention to detail: Commitment to quality and precision in both written work and fundraising operations. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organisation, responding to new opportunities. Desirable characteristics include: Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred). Experience in fundraising for research or social impact organisations. Knowledge of fundraising regulations and compliance. A strong commitment to PBE's internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect. Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role's ideal criteria. For details of our applicant's privacy policy, please see o ur website.
About us PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people's mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships. To find out more visit our website About the role The Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations) will focus on developing and delivering strategies to secure funding from charitable trusts, foundations, and research institutions to support Pro Bono Economics' (PBE's) work. The role involves crafting compelling grant proposals, managing funder relationships, and ensuring timely reporting and compliance. Working closely with the Development Director, this position will play a critical role in achieving PBE's income targets and supporting its research and programmatic activities Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working Main Duties & Responsibilities Grant applications: Research and identify funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and research institutions. Develop high-quality, persuasive grant applications tailored to funders' priorities and interests to generate unrestricted funding, programmatic funding and research funding. Coordinate multilateral funding applications, securing the engagement of external partners and leading internal engagement across the staff team. Funder stewardship: Manage a portfolio of existing funders, including taking responsibility for excellent communication and timely reporting. Cultivate relationships with new funders to secure additional support and renewals. Collaboration with research team: Work closely with the research team to understand funding needs and align proposals with PBE's programs. Provide input on funding requirements for specific research projects. Monitoring and reporting: Prepare detailed funding reports and ensure compliance with grant terms. Track progress against income targets and maintain accurate records in our CRM system. Collaboration and strategy: Work closely with the research team to align funding opportunities with PBE's programs. Support the Development Director in achieving departmental goals and maintaining donor engagement processes. Compliance and reporting: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR. Monitor and report on progress against fundraising targets and budgets. About you Reporting directly to the Director of Development, the Development Manager (Trusts & Foundations) will have the following experience and skills. Experience Proven experience in securing funding from trusts, foundations and institutions. Strong track record in bid writing, with successful multi-year funding applications. Familiarity with donor relationship management in a grant-making context. Experience in research-driven or non-profit organisations is highly desirable. Skills/Competencies Ideal characteristics include: Grant writing : Exceptional writing skills with the ability to craft persuasive and tailored applications. Relationship management : Ability to engage effectively with trust, foundation and institutional funder stakeholders. Analytical skills : Capacity to understand and align donor priorities with organisational objectives. Organisational skills : Efficient in managing multiple applications, deadlines, reporting requirements, and partner/staff engagement. Core competencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organisational and project management skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outputs. Collaborative and team-oriented approach. Ability to work independently, managing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strategic awareness to contribute to long-term fundraising goals. Desirable characteristics include: Experience working within research-driven organisations. Experience working in small non-profit organisations, including ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a small team. Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred). An eye for detail and a strong dedication to quality. A strong commitment to PBE's internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect. Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role's ideal criteria. For details of our applicant's privacy policy, please visit our website
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
About us PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people's mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships. To find out more visit our website About the role The Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations) will focus on developing and delivering strategies to secure funding from charitable trusts, foundations, and research institutions to support Pro Bono Economics' (PBE's) work. The role involves crafting compelling grant proposals, managing funder relationships, and ensuring timely reporting and compliance. Working closely with the Development Director, this position will play a critical role in achieving PBE's income targets and supporting its research and programmatic activities Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working Main Duties & Responsibilities Grant applications: Research and identify funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and research institutions. Develop high-quality, persuasive grant applications tailored to funders' priorities and interests to generate unrestricted funding, programmatic funding and research funding. Coordinate multilateral funding applications, securing the engagement of external partners and leading internal engagement across the staff team. Funder stewardship: Manage a portfolio of existing funders, including taking responsibility for excellent communication and timely reporting. Cultivate relationships with new funders to secure additional support and renewals. Collaboration with research team: Work closely with the research team to understand funding needs and align proposals with PBE's programs. Provide input on funding requirements for specific research projects. Monitoring and reporting: Prepare detailed funding reports and ensure compliance with grant terms. Track progress against income targets and maintain accurate records in our CRM system. Collaboration and strategy: Work closely with the research team to align funding opportunities with PBE's programs. Support the Development Director in achieving departmental goals and maintaining donor engagement processes. Compliance and reporting: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR. Monitor and report on progress against fundraising targets and budgets. About you Reporting directly to the Director of Development, the Development Manager (Trusts & Foundations) will have the following experience and skills. Experience Proven experience in securing funding from trusts, foundations and institutions. Strong track record in bid writing, with successful multi-year funding applications. Familiarity with donor relationship management in a grant-making context. Experience in research-driven or non-profit organisations is highly desirable. Skills/Competencies Ideal characteristics include: Grant writing : Exceptional writing skills with the ability to craft persuasive and tailored applications. Relationship management : Ability to engage effectively with trust, foundation and institutional funder stakeholders. Analytical skills : Capacity to understand and align donor priorities with organisational objectives. Organisational skills : Efficient in managing multiple applications, deadlines, reporting requirements, and partner/staff engagement. Core competencies Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organisational and project management skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outputs. Collaborative and team-oriented approach. Ability to work independently, managing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strategic awareness to contribute to long-term fundraising goals. Desirable characteristics include: Experience working within research-driven organisations. Experience working in small non-profit organisations, including ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a small team. Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred). An eye for detail and a strong dedication to quality. A strong commitment to PBE's internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect. Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role's ideal criteria. For details of our applicant's privacy policy, please visit our website
About us PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people's mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships. To find out more visit our website. About the role The Development Manager for Philanthropy and Partnerships will be responsible for securing and managing income from corporate partners and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) to support Pro Bono Economics' (PBE's) strategic priorities. This role focuses on cultivating and stewarding relationships, identifying new prospects, and creating tailored engagement strategies to maximize funding opportunities. The role involves collaboration with the Development Director to align activities with organisational objectives and ensure the effective delivery of the fundraising strategy. Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working Main Duties & Responsibilities Corporate Partnerships : Identify, secure, and manage corporate partnerships aligned with PBE's mission and programs. Develop tailored proposals and sponsorship packages to attract new corporate donors and secure multi-year partnerships. Manage existing corporate relationships, ensuring regular engagement and funding renewals. Cultivate opportunities for growth by identifying and stewarding new prospects and offerings. High-Net-Worth Individuals : Steward PBE's portfolio of HNWIs, cultivating relationships to secure major gifts and ongoing support and develop and progress a pipeline of prospects. Develop personalized engagement plans, including events and one-to-one meetings, to strengthen donor relationships. Work with the Events Manager to create an annual events plan for donors and prospects. Income Generation: Lead the development of proposals, pitches, and stewardship reports to meet income targets. Collaborate with the communications team to create impactful fundraising materials. Collaboration and Strategy: Work closely with the research team to align funding opportunities with PBE's programs. Support the Director of Development in achieving departmental goals and maintaining donor engagement processes. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR. Monitor and report on progress against fundraising targets and budgets. About you Report directly to the Director of Development, the Development Manager for Philanthropy and partnerships will have the following experience and skills. Experience: Proven track record in securing income from corporate partners and HNWIs. Strong relationship management skills with experience in donor cultivation and stewardship Experience in proposal creation and presenting to high-level stakeholders Skills/Competencies Ideal characteristics include: Relationship building : Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage and inspire corporate and HNWI audiences. Proposal writing : Ability to craft persuasive and impactful proposals tailored to donors' interests. Strategic thinking : Capable of aligning partnership development with organisational objectives. Event management : Skilled in planning and executing donor engagement events. Organisational skills : Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines. Core Competencies: Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to teamwork. Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence. Ability to work independently while thriving in a small, dynamic team. Desirable characteristics include: Experience working within research-driven organisations. Experience working in small non-profit organisations, including ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a small team. Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred). An eye for detail and a strong dedication to quality. A strong commitment to PBE's internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect. Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role's ideal criteria. For details of our applicant's privacy policy, please visit our website.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
About us PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people's mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships. To find out more visit our website. About the role The Development Manager for Philanthropy and Partnerships will be responsible for securing and managing income from corporate partners and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) to support Pro Bono Economics' (PBE's) strategic priorities. This role focuses on cultivating and stewarding relationships, identifying new prospects, and creating tailored engagement strategies to maximize funding opportunities. The role involves collaboration with the Development Director to align activities with organisational objectives and ensure the effective delivery of the fundraising strategy. Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working Main Duties & Responsibilities Corporate Partnerships : Identify, secure, and manage corporate partnerships aligned with PBE's mission and programs. Develop tailored proposals and sponsorship packages to attract new corporate donors and secure multi-year partnerships. Manage existing corporate relationships, ensuring regular engagement and funding renewals. Cultivate opportunities for growth by identifying and stewarding new prospects and offerings. High-Net-Worth Individuals : Steward PBE's portfolio of HNWIs, cultivating relationships to secure major gifts and ongoing support and develop and progress a pipeline of prospects. Develop personalized engagement plans, including events and one-to-one meetings, to strengthen donor relationships. Work with the Events Manager to create an annual events plan for donors and prospects. Income Generation: Lead the development of proposals, pitches, and stewardship reports to meet income targets. Collaborate with the communications team to create impactful fundraising materials. Collaboration and Strategy: Work closely with the research team to align funding opportunities with PBE's programs. Support the Director of Development in achieving departmental goals and maintaining donor engagement processes. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR. Monitor and report on progress against fundraising targets and budgets. About you Report directly to the Director of Development, the Development Manager for Philanthropy and partnerships will have the following experience and skills. Experience: Proven track record in securing income from corporate partners and HNWIs. Strong relationship management skills with experience in donor cultivation and stewardship Experience in proposal creation and presenting to high-level stakeholders Skills/Competencies Ideal characteristics include: Relationship building : Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage and inspire corporate and HNWI audiences. Proposal writing : Ability to craft persuasive and impactful proposals tailored to donors' interests. Strategic thinking : Capable of aligning partnership development with organisational objectives. Event management : Skilled in planning and executing donor engagement events. Organisational skills : Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines. Core Competencies: Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to teamwork. Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence. Ability to work independently while thriving in a small, dynamic team. Desirable characteristics include: Experience working within research-driven organisations. Experience working in small non-profit organisations, including ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a small team. Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred). An eye for detail and a strong dedication to quality. A strong commitment to PBE's internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect. Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role's ideal criteria. For details of our applicant's privacy policy, please visit our website.
About us PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people s mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships. To find out more visit our website About the role The Development Manager for Philanthropy and Partnerships will be responsible for securing and managing income from corporate partners and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) to support Pro Bono Economics (PBE s) strategic priorities. This role focuses on cultivating and stewarding relationships, identifying new prospects, and creating tailored engagement strategies to maximize funding opportunities. The role involves collaboration with the Development Director to align activities with organisational objectives and ensure the effective delivery of the fundraising strategy. Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working Main Duties & Responsibilities Corporate Partnerships : Identify, secure, and manage corporate partnerships aligned with PBE s mission and programs. Develop tailored proposals and sponsorship packages to attract new corporate donors and secure multi-year partnerships. Manage existing corporate relationships, ensuring regular engagement and funding renewals. Cultivate opportunities for growth by identifying and stewarding new prospects and offerings. High-Net-Worth Individuals : Steward PBE s portfolio of HNWIs, cultivating relationships to secure major gifts and ongoing support and develop and progress a pipeline of prospects. Develop personalized engagement plans, including events and one-to-one meetings, to strengthen donor relationships. Work with the Events Manager to create an annual events plan for donors and prospects. Income Generation: Lead the development of proposals, pitches, and stewardship reports to meet income targets. Collaborate with the communications team to create impactful fundraising materials. Collaboration and Strategy: Work closely with the research team to align funding opportunities with PBE s programs. Support the Director of Development in achieving departmental goals and maintaining donor engagement processes. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR. Monitor and report on progress against fundraising targets and budgets. About you Report directly to the Director of Development, the Development Manager for Philanthropy and partnerships will have the following experience and skills. Experience Proven track record in securing income from corporate partners and HNWIs. Strong relationship management skills with experience in donor cultivation and stewardship Experience in proposal creation and presenting to high-level stakeholders Skills/Competencies Ideal characteristics include: Relationship building: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage and inspire corporate and HNWI audiences. Proposal writing: Ability to craft persuasive and impactful proposals tailored to donors interests. Strategic thinking: Capable of aligning partnership development with organisational objectives. Event management: Skilled in planning and executing donor engagement events. Organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines. Core Competencies Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to teamwork. Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence. Ability to work independently while thriving in a small, dynamic team. Desirable characteristics include: Experience working within research-driven organisations. Experience working in small non-profit organisations, including ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a small team. Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred). An eye for detail and a strong dedication to quality. A strong commitment to PBE s internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect. Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role s ideal criteria. For details of our applicant s privacy policy, please vist our website
Feb 17, 2025
Full time
About us PBE uses economics to improve lives. Through analytical expertise and a close connection with the social sector, we help charities, funders, firms and policymakers tackle the causes and consequences of low wellbeing. Economists, researchers and policy analysts work on a wide range of issues related to low wellbeing, including children and young people s mental health, loneliness, private rental housing, education, employment, financial security, poverty, disability, inequality, philanthropy and civil society. We pride ourselves on our flexible work environment, culture of learning, development opportunities, a focus on employee wellbeing, an attractive benefits package and the strength of our employee relationships. To find out more visit our website About the role The Development Manager for Philanthropy and Partnerships will be responsible for securing and managing income from corporate partners and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) to support Pro Bono Economics (PBE s) strategic priorities. This role focuses on cultivating and stewarding relationships, identifying new prospects, and creating tailored engagement strategies to maximize funding opportunities. The role involves collaboration with the Development Director to align activities with organisational objectives and ensure the effective delivery of the fundraising strategy. Post type: Full-time, Permanent, flexible working Main Duties & Responsibilities Corporate Partnerships : Identify, secure, and manage corporate partnerships aligned with PBE s mission and programs. Develop tailored proposals and sponsorship packages to attract new corporate donors and secure multi-year partnerships. Manage existing corporate relationships, ensuring regular engagement and funding renewals. Cultivate opportunities for growth by identifying and stewarding new prospects and offerings. High-Net-Worth Individuals : Steward PBE s portfolio of HNWIs, cultivating relationships to secure major gifts and ongoing support and develop and progress a pipeline of prospects. Develop personalized engagement plans, including events and one-to-one meetings, to strengthen donor relationships. Work with the Events Manager to create an annual events plan for donors and prospects. Income Generation: Lead the development of proposals, pitches, and stewardship reports to meet income targets. Collaborate with the communications team to create impactful fundraising materials. Collaboration and Strategy: Work closely with the research team to align funding opportunities with PBE s programs. Support the Director of Development in achieving departmental goals and maintaining donor engagement processes. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and PBE policies, including the Fundraising Regulator Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR. Monitor and report on progress against fundraising targets and budgets. About you Report directly to the Director of Development, the Development Manager for Philanthropy and partnerships will have the following experience and skills. Experience Proven track record in securing income from corporate partners and HNWIs. Strong relationship management skills with experience in donor cultivation and stewardship Experience in proposal creation and presenting to high-level stakeholders Skills/Competencies Ideal characteristics include: Relationship building: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage and inspire corporate and HNWI audiences. Proposal writing: Ability to craft persuasive and impactful proposals tailored to donors interests. Strategic thinking: Capable of aligning partnership development with organisational objectives. Event management: Skilled in planning and executing donor engagement events. Organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under deadlines. Core Competencies Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to teamwork. Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence. Ability to work independently while thriving in a small, dynamic team. Desirable characteristics include: Experience working within research-driven organisations. Experience working in small non-profit organisations, including ability to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a small team. Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce preferred). An eye for detail and a strong dedication to quality. A strong commitment to PBE s internal culture of inquisitiveness, generosity, honesty and respect. Please note that PBE does not hold a sponsorship licence and is therefore unable to provide work sponsorship visas for this role. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all parts of the community, and we give all applicants and employees fair and equal treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We also guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who show evidence that they can meet the role s ideal criteria. For details of our applicant s privacy policy, please vist our website