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The team at Christian Jobs are managing the recruitment process for this position on behalf of Wycliffe Bible Translators. Please direct all interest to applications@christianjobs.co.uk or call 0161 946 3550 Are you an experienced fundraiser ready to lead a team and drive transformational giving?Do you thrive on building relationships with high-value donors to achieve life-changing impact?Want to play a key role in unlocking Gods word for every heart?You could be our new... Director of PhilanthropySalary: 65,00075,000 + benefitsLocation: Home-basedHours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Permanent. Talk to us if you need more flexibility than thisReporting to: Robin Peake, Deputy CEOResponsible for: Team of four, with three direct reports on majors, mids and trustsClosing date: Monday 28 April at 9amInterview date: Thursday 8 May, location TBCAbout Wycliffe Bible Translators1 in 5 people worldwide are still waiting for the Bible to be translated into the language they understand best. Thats 1.5 billion people!We are working to create a world where everyone can know Jesus through the Bible. We serve local partners worldwide as they bring Gods word to their communities in the languages that speak to them best.Find out more at wycliffe.org.uk. Read more in our guide for potential job applicants or watch this video to see what our staff say about working here.About the RoleThis role would suit an experienced major donor fundraiser who is energised by meeting donors and leading a team to deliver a strategy that achieves outstanding results.Some of the key responsibilities include (Full Job Description in the Job Pack attached):Deliver income targets from major donors, mid-level donors and trusts (2025: 2.2m)Build relationships with your personal caseload of prospective and current major donors, delivering the same high standards of cultivation, stewardship and reporting that you expect of your teamDevelop and execute a strategy that grows resilient income from major and mid-level donors and trusts and foundationWork closely with the Executive Director, Deputy CEO and trustees to identify, cultivate and steward donors who can make an outsized impact with their giving and partnershipContribute at relevant Leadership team meetingsLead a team of four, including three Direct Reports (Major Donor Fundraiser, Mid-Level Donor Fundraiser and Trusts Fundraising Manager), empowering each of them to flourish in their roles and achieve ambitious clear targets through a relational approach to fundraising, building on a culture of professional excellence and personal developmentBe open and obedient to Gods voice and direction in relation to any strategic matter and to always seek his will above all else Uphold the strong reputation of Wycliffe as a charity that promotes the Christian faith and Christian religion, and glorifies God, among Christians and the Church Next StepsPlease read the full Job Pack document attached for more information.If you have any questions, please contact Joe Santry at Christian Jobs on 07563 131792 (joe@christianjobs.co.uk).To apply for the role, please send an up-to-date CV to applications@christianjobs.co.uk.