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Join Save the Children UK as Senior Philanthropy and Partnership Manager-Africa and make a transformative impact on children's lives through strategic partnerships.
Overview
Salary No salary declared 😔
Location Farringdon, London/Home-based
Nomad Friendly? In-person- Farringdon United Kingdom
Expires Expires at anytime
Organisation summary: Save the Children UK is dedicated to creating a better future for children globally. By providing health, education, and protection, we strive to bring lasting change, especially in times of crisis. This role is a chance to be part of an influential team that reaches out to children in the most challenging situations, ensuring their needs and voices are prioritized.
- Role Summary:
- Develop and nurture relationships with high-net-worth individuals and corporate partners in Africa.
- Manage high-value philanthropic partnerships to support children's welfare worldwide.
- Collaborate with various teams to drive new business opportunities and secure major donations.
- Role Requirements:
- Experience in Africa with a strong understanding of its philanthropic landscape.
- Proven success in securing significant donations or new business.
- Expertise in crafting high-quality proposals for partnerships.
- Knowledge of emerging markets, especially in Africa.
- Excellent skills in communication and relationship building.
- Alignment with Save the Children's mission and values.
- Application Process Details:
- Application closing date is May 1, 2024.
- Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
- Late applications post the vacancy closure will not be considered.
Save the Children UK has an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to join us as our Senior Philanthropy and Partnership Manager-Africa. This is an opportunity for a motivated individual who is passionate about driving positive change in Africa through philanthropy and strategic partnerships. You will build meaningful relationships with high-net-worth individuals and corporate partners and manage high-value philanthropic partnerships aimed at transforming the lives of children worldwide.
About Us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
About you As our Senior Philanthropy and Partnership Manager-Africa, you will be responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with Africa-based donors, including corporates, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals. Working closely with our Partnership and Philanthropy Team, as well as regional and country offices across Africa, you will drive new business opportunities and secure significant six to seven figure gifts.
Job requirements Experience in working or living in Africa, with a passion for African philanthropy and its potential for transformative change. Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships with high-level stakeholders in the charity or private sector. Proven track record of securing six to seven figure gifts from high-net-worth individuals or experience in securing new business in a commercial environment. Exceptional proposal writing skills and experience in developing high-quality proposals for business and/or philanthropy partners. Familiarity with emerging markets, preferably in Africa, and a knack for identifying and cultivating new business opportunities. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills. Commitment to Save the Children's values and mission to improve the lives of children and families worldwide.
Benefits Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is – a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance. We provide a wide range of benefits which will reward your hard work, motivate you, and inspire you to work to improve the lives of children every day.
Applications details Closing Date: May 1, 2024. Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
