Associate Head, Philanthropy

Natural History Museum

Associate Head, Philanthropy

South Kensington, London

Competitive salary and benefits

There has never been a more exciting time to join the Natural History Museum. With the launch of the spectacular new Hintze Hall in July 2017, and our ground-breaking scientific research in the national and international media, the Museum has embarked on a decade of transformation to become a natural history museum for the future. Innovative public engagement and science projects for London, UK and international audiences are underway and in development as part of a new strategy to 2031 – the 150th anniversary of the Museum on our South Kensington site.

The new role of Associate Head, Philanthropy is key to the ongoing success and growth both in supporter base and income. Reporting into the Head of Philanthropy, the Associate Head, Philanthropy will lead the individual giving remit of the development strategy, in line with the Museum’s priorities.

With a solid background in major gift fundraising and a proven track record of securing gifts at the 6-figurel level and above, you will have a natural ability to build long-lasting strategic relationships with donors. You will be responsible for developing the individual major gifts target for the philanthropy team, and will have a personal portfolio of donors as well as developing a pipeline to include Patrons and Legacy fundraising.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented senior fundraiser looking to maintain a balance between leading on key philanthropic relationships whilst managing and inspiring a team of high performing relationship fundraisers.

To view the information pack for this role please visit our website or to have a confidential discussion with the consulting team please contact Drew Lamph, Senior Consultant at Richmond Associates on +44 (0)20 3617 9240.

Closing date for applications: Noon on Monday 10th September 2018.