Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 29 Jan 2017
Sightsavers has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Major Donor fundraiser to join our small and successful Major Donor team in Haywards Heath.
This is an important position responsible for managing and developing new and existing relationships with individual donors capable of giving at a major/high level.
The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and implementing clear strategies for the identification, cultivation and stewardship of a targeted pipeline of approaches to new and existing donors so as to successfully contribute to the overall funding objectives of the Major Donor team.
The post-holder will sit within a wider Major Giving Team – responsible for relationships with Trusts, Foundations, Major Donors and Companies worldwide. Occasional overseas travel may be required
The ideal candidate should have a strong and successful track record of developing compelling cases for support to secure significant major gifts from new and existing donors. A proactive approach to maintaining and developing relationships with donors is required, as is the ability to represent the charity at the highest levels. You should have an interest in international development issues and be comfortable working to deadlines as part of a supportive team.
We offer flexible working hours and will consider part time applications for a minimum of 28 hours per week.
How to apply:
For further details and instructions on how to apply please visit https://jobs.sightsavers.org/job/development-manager-9-12-month-maternity-fixed-term-contract/