Senior Philanthropy Manager; Major Gifts

Senior Philanthropy Manager (Major Gifts)

Full time Thames Valley Air Ambulance, Stokenchurch House, Oxford Road, Stokenchurch, HP14 3SX

Thames Valley Air Ambulance exists to give everybody within our community the best chance of surviving and recovering from an emergency. We are here for you and your loved ones. In Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. Whoever you are. Wherever and whenever you need us.

We are seeking an exceptional major donor fundraising professional to lead and grow our high-value giving programme. This is a senior, strategic, and hands‑on role focused on developing meaningful, long‑term relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals and securing transformational income to support our lifesaving work.

As the Senior Philanthropy Manager you will lead our major gifts programme, taking ownership of key initiatives including our Chair’s Circle and Philanthropy Board. Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships, you will shape strategy while personally driving significant income through strong relationships and compelling fundraising proposals.

• Managing a portfolio of high‑net‑worth donors and delivering significant income targets
• Personally securing five‑ and six‑figure gifts through tailored cultivation, proposals, and stewardship
• Developing tailored cultivation and stewardship plans aligned to each supporter’s interests and motivations
• Making complex, high‑value funding asks, preparing compelling proposals and growing the Chair’s Circle and Philanthropy Board programmes
• Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including Trustees and the CEO
• Contributing to strategy, pipeline development, and identifying new funding opportunities
• Identifying new opportunities for restricted and unrestricted funding
• Ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations, GDPR, and internal policies
• Acting as an ambassador for Thames Valley Air Ambulance and ensuring compliance with fundraising best practice

You are an experienced major donor fundraiser with a proven track record of securing five‑ and six‑figure high‑value gifts and managing senior relationships. You are strategic yet hands‑on, with excellent communication, influencing, and relationship‑building skills.

• Has proven experience in major donor or high‑value fundraising with strong results
• Is confident engaging and influencing high‑net‑worth individuals and senior stakeholders
• Can balance strategic thinking with delivery of income targets
• Communicates effectively, both written and verbally, including proposal development
• Is proactive, organised, and able to manage competing priorities independently
• Brings a flexible and collaborative approach to work

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits.

• Hybrid Working (minimum 2 days in office)
• Holiday Trading
• Free annual Flu Vaccination
• Blue Light Card (Option to purchase)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Simply Health – Medical cash back scheme
• Disability Confident Employer

• We care no matter what – for our patients, their families, and each other.
• We go above and beyond – in the care we provide and the work we do.
• We do the right thing – in how we act and the decisions we make.
• Together we are TVAA – because together, we save lives.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from candidates who feel under‑represented in the charity sector.

We follow robust recruitment and safeguarding practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff, volunteers, and the people we support. Relevant checks (e.g. DBS) will be carried out where appropriate.

Wednesday 22nd July 2026

Contract type:
Permanent

Hours:

37.5 hours per week (part time considered 24 hours minimum)