Strategic Leader, Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations

• Head of Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations

Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity is looking for an ambitious and inspiring fundraising leader to join us as Head of Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations. This is a unique opportunity to shape and drive high-value fundraising strategies that directly transform the lives of children and families.

At Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity, you’ll be part of a passionate, ambitious team committed to making a real difference. You’ll have the opportunity to work on inspiring projects, build meaningful relationships, and shape the future of philanthropy which supports the Sheffield Children’s Hospital to enable healthier futures for children and young people.

In this pivotal leadership role, you will lead and grow our philanthropy and trusts income streams, developing and delivering a long-term strategy that drives sustainable income growth and meaningful impact.

You’llwork closely with senior leaders, clinicians and colleagues across the Charity and NHS Trust to bring compelling, high-impact projects to life,engaging new supporters and strengthening relationships with our existing donors.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic plan for philanthropy,trustsand foundations fundraising
• Secure significant gifts and long-term partnerships from major donors and funders
• Personally manage a portfolio of high-value prospects and supporters
• Build andmaintaina strong pipeline of funding opportunities
• Oversee compelling cases for support,proposals and grant applications
• Lead,coachand develop a high-performing fundraising team
• Work collaboratively across the organisation toidentifyimpactful funding opportunities

About you

We’relooking for a collaborative and driven fundraising professional with a proven track recordin securing high-value gifts (ideally six-figure+).

You will bring:

• Strong experience in major donor and trust fundraising
• Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills
• Strategic thinking and a results-driven approach
• Experience leading and motivating high-performing teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling funding propositions
• A proactive, creative mindset with strong organisational and analytical skills

For further details please read the full job description which outlines behaviours and qualities we are looking for along with skills and experience.

Title of post: Head of Philanthropy, Trusts & Foundations

Location: Sheffield City Centre / Hybrid

Salary:£45,721.96 to £60,963.64 per annum

This is not the full job description. Please read the full job description by downloading the job description document above.