Philanthropy Lead

We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.

London s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.

About the Role

We re reshaping our approach to major donor fundraising at the Connection, creating space for a new Philanthropy Lead to focus on forging new connections, building meaningful relationships and securing transformational income.

You ll take the lead on our highest value and highest potential major donor relationships, while driving forwards two exciting strategic projects including our flagship Make It Home campaign board.

You ll be part of a lean, ambitious and supportive philanthropy team alongside our Trusts Manager and Philanthropy Officer, with strategic direction and professional development from our Head of Fundraising Development, and close collaboration across the wider Fundraising & Communications team.

We re open to candidates from a range of backgrounds. You might already work in fundraising, or you might come from a role where you build relationships, manage clients, or bring people together for example in hospitality, sales, events or partnerships.

This role is perfect for someone who is naturally outgoing, confident and curious. If you love meeting new people, spotting opportunities to connect and telling compelling stories, this is a role where you can make a real difference.

This is a 24-month fixed-term contract. We are offering this role at either 0.6 or 0.8 FTE.