Job Description

Smile Train is changing the world one smile at a time. Our goal is to transform every

person's life impacted by a cleft lip or palate. We train and support doctors and medical

professionals to provide our beneficiaries with free, lifechanging comprehensive cleft

treatment. Our sustainable model has allowed us to reach 1.5 million children in 90+

countries and we're just starting. We are truly changing the world one smile at a time.

Smile Train is looking for exceptional people to join a worldwide team of dedicated,

passionate professionals. Our team is creative and highly motivated individuals working

to make a positive impact. Join us!

Reports To:

UK Fundraising Director

Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Philanthropy Manager with demonstrated experience,

preferably within the charity sector or comparable commercial environment. The role will

involve primarily working from home and must be situated in or near London to attend

regular in person meetings with key staff.

Key responsibilities

1. Maintain a portfolio of 50 - 70 major donors and prospects by creating and

implementing strategies for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors

with the capacity to make 5 and low 6-figure annual gifts (bigger gifts would fall to

the Vice President, International Development and UK Fundraising Director)

2. Conduct 75 to 100 meetings with donors and prospects annually through one-onone meetings, site visits, and other types of meaningful contact.

3. Provide recommendations and assist in executing effective strategies to practice

moves management and increase fundraising results.

4. Write and create customised proposals and presentations for major donors.

5. In coordination with the UK Fundraising Director, assist with developing projects

that will enhance the major giving operations of the Development Department

and support them by developing strategy briefs and leading preparation

meetings.

6. Help produce cultivation and stewardship programs for prospects and major

donors.

7. Organise at least two major donor events each year.

8. Organising research on major donors as well as conducting supplemental

research.

9. Ensure all key administrative tasks for the philanthropy programme are taken

care of.

10.Other duties as are appropriate for this role.

Travel

There is limited but regular travel into London for regular team meetings as well as

travel as needed around the UK for meetings with major donors.

Required Education and Experience

1. 5+ years of relevant experience with exposure to major gift donor cultivation,

solicitation and stewardship processes preferred.

2. A proven history of generating income in the 100,000's and securing gifts of

25,000 or more.

3. Demonstrated success in developing substantive donor relationships and in

supporting senior management, program staff, to execute donor and

engagement strategies.

4. Excellent verbal and written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills

with the ability to interact with both management and donors.

5. Extremely detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management skills.

6. Able to take ownership of a process and to use problem solving skills to resolve

issues.

7. Able to make sound decisions based on analysis, experience and judgment.

8. Able to function both independently and as part of a global team.

9. Familiar with the MS Office and donor management systems. Knowledge of

Salesforce preferred.

10.Bachelor's degree or equivalent, although an equivalent combination of

education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for this

required level of education.

Application Information

Smile Train is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring and

dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates from all

groups and communities to apply. To apply, please complete the application online.

Include your CV, [a writing sample-an existing example of your writing; no need to

create something new], and a cover letter that describes why you believe you would be

a good fit for Smile Train and this role. We encourage interested applicants to apply as

soon as possible



This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of

activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties,

obligations, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with

or without notice.