Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager

RABI supports farming people across England Wales and NI with expert one-to-one practical financial and emotional help all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.

AttheheartofRABIsmissionisacommitmenttostrengtheningresilience;helpingfarmingpeoplefeel valued supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.

Over the past 25 years alone RABI has delivered almost 250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community whilst the charitys professional counselling service has provided 11500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABIs wrap-around support services continue to evolve reaching more people year on year.

The Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager is responsible for leading and developing RABIs philanthropy and partnerships donor base focusing on building and nurturing relationships with major donors trusts and foundations corporate partners as well as legacy and in-memory supporters (larger funders).

This plays a pivotal role in shaping RABIs fundraising strategy identifying major funding opportunities and creating impactful engagement strategies to secure long-term financial support for the charitys sustainability.

Relationship building is key to this position communicating effectively with our donors by enhancing and strengthening relations through cultivation tactics and deepening relationships to ensure robust support from these influential stakeholders.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Philanthropy and Partnerships (P&P) fundraising strategy to drive RABIs fundraising activities and support long-term sustainability. This includes overseeing the cultivation and stewardship of major donors trusts and foundations corporate partners as well as legacy and in-memory supporters (larger funders).
• Reportonincomeandexpendituretargetsensuringtargetsaremetandassistingwithbudget setting.
• Cultivatesolicitandstewardrelationshipswithlargerfundersensuringstrongandsustained engagement.
• Develop tailored proposals and partnership packages aligned with potential partners priorities and interests.
• Manageidentifyandbuildrelationshipswithkeycorporatefundersnegotiateandmanage agreements ensuring clear communication of expected deliverables.
• Overseeandmanagealltrustandfoundationopportunitiesidentifyingpotentialfunderswhilst monitoring and reporting on deliverables and outcomes ensuring timely delivery of all requirements ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Developcompellingtailoredproposalsandpartnershippackagestoalignwiththeinterestsand priorities of potential partners demonstrating impact.
• Plan and execute donor stewardship events and activities to enhance engagement and ensuring donors feel valued and informed.
• ManagetrackandutiliseCRMsystems()tomaintainup-to-datedonor data track progress and provide concise and timely reports on fundraising activities and income and expenditure reports. Analyse donor trends and engagement metrics to optimise fundraising strategies.
• EnsureallfundraisingactivitiescomplywithlegalandregulatoryrequirementsincludingGDPR the CIOF Code of Fundraising Practice and RABIs internal policies. Make certain the charitys best practices are upheld in all donor interactions and fundraising activities.
• Responsibilityforlinemanagementprovidingguidancesupportandperformancefeedbackto ensure the development and success of team members.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including fundraising communications service deliverybusinessdevelopmentandexternalaffairstoidentifyprojectfundingopportunities share donor insights and collaborate and support the development of other fundraising initiatives.
• Takepartandcontributetoteammeetings.
• Actively participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be committed to training and development in line with RABIs aims and objectives.

• Demonstrable experience in a senior fundraising role with a proven track record in securing major funds from larger funders.
• Exceptionalmajordonormanagementskillswithexperienceindonorstewardshippartnership development and engagement strategies that build long-term relationships.
• Extensiveknowledgeandunderstandingoftargetingsegmentationandresponseanalysis.
• Persuasive written and verbal communication skills including the ability to develop compelling audiences and ensuring clarity consistency and emotional impact.
• Experienceofmanagingafundraisingteamandassistingwithrecruitmentandteam development.
• Excellentinterpersonalskillswiththeabilitytobuildrapportandmanagerelationshipsatall levels both internally and externally.
• Astrategicoutlookwiththeabilitytoidentifyfundraisingopportunitiesandtaketheinitiativeto drive growth.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint) and CRM systems (preferably MicrosoftDynamics).Familiaritywithfundraisingplatformsanddonormanagementsystems.
• Ability to manage time effectively prioritise workload and meet deadlines. A creative and proactiveapproachtoworkcapableofjugglingmultipletaskswhilemaintainingattentionto detail.
• Thoroughunderstandingofdataprotectionfundraisingregulationsandcompliancepractices ensuring that all fundraising activities adhere to legal and best practice standards.
• Self-motivatedandconfidentinworkingbothindependentlyandinteams.
• EmpathywiththegoalsandobjectivesofRABI.
• AfullUKdrivinglicense.

• Knowledge or interest in the agricultural sector.

Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
• EnrolmenttoNestoncommencementofemploymentandtheopportunitytojoinRABIsgroup pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
• Lifeassurancefromdayone.
• AccesstoourEmployeeAssistanceProgramme.
• Onsiteparking.

RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex sexual orientation age race religion belief ethnic origin disability marital or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills experience qualifications and abilities.

Required Experience:

Manager