We have an exciting opportunity to join our Fundraising team as Philanthropy Lead.

Jewish Care’s Fundraising team must raise £20m in donations for 2024/25, to ensure we can continue to deliver quality care services for the Jewish community. From April 2024, this has also included Jami’s services, supporting those in our community who are impacted by mental illness.

You will collaborate with the Senior Philanthropy Manager, helping to meet the Philanthropy Team’s target of £10.7m within the broader Fundraising team's goal. You’ll play a pivotal role in growing our portfolio of key supporters, as well managing a number of existing relationships and providing support for a number of Philanthropy Events.

This post is working an average of 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday with some occasional out of hours working for fundraising events.

What you will be doing:

Prospect Management and Patron Programme Growth

  • Driving engagement with new supporter prospects and manage Patron Programme growth.
  • Conducting research and outreach for new supporters.
  • Organising small engagement events for new and existing key supporters.
  • Nurturing important relationships through bespoke stewardship initiatives.

Coordination of Key Jami Supporters

  • Managing Jami’s supporter portfolio, focusing on high-net-worth individuals.
  • Maintaining supporter records, stewarding supporters in a timely fashion, and creating tailored communications.
  • Recruiting and coordinating high-net-worth individuals to host events like Jami Mental Health Awareness Week dinners.

Philanthropy Team Support

  • Playing an integral role in supporting with the organisation of Jewish Care’s Annual Fundraising Dinner, as well as other Philanthropy events and projects.  
  • Assisting in crafting bespoke proposals and update reports.

Fundraising Team Support

  • Supporting other teams within Fundraising & Marketing as needed and provide flexibility for event-based evening or weekend work.

What you will need:

  • Experience of working in similar fundraising/ Philanthropy role (E)
  • Experience building effective relationships with supporters (E)
  • Project or event management experience (E)
  • Knowledge of philanthropy fundraising and the UK Jewish community (D)
  • Relationship-building skills, especially with high-net-worth individuals (E)
  • Strong project management skills and goal orientation (E)
  • Excellent written, verbal, and IT skills, including experience with Raisers Edge or similar databases (E)
  • Team-oriented and adaptable to hybrid working
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to learning and skill development

Why Join Us?

Become part of a dedicated team making a tangible difference in the Jewish community, offering support to those who need it most.

Jewish Care is the largest provider of health and social care services for the Jewish community in the UK. Every week, we touch the lives of 10,000 people. We provide services to a range of people including older people, people with mental health needs and people living with dementia.

 Our five values are at the heart of the way we work. They drive how we act as individuals and as an organisation and shape our culture. We value Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusivity.

Jewish Care operate a rolling recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been identified.

LocationMaurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus

The Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus is a modern, purpose-built development in Golders Green. It offers a balance of activities and relaxation for residents and visitors alike, as well as care and retirement living.

The campus is home to Otto Schiff care home, which provides personal care for people living with dementia. Residents at Otto Schiff get to live in a close-knit community while remaining part of the wider care home and enjoying the many campus activities.

There is a retirement community at Selig Court for people who want to live independently with the peace of mind knowing that there is always support close by. It also houses the bustling Michael Sobell Jewish Community Centre and Holocaust Survivors’ Centre, as well as our head office Amélie House.

STAFF FACILITIES

DEDICATED TEAM BREAK ROOM

FREE FRESHLY PREPARED LUNCH

ACCESS TO ONSITE GARDENS

Why

JEWISH CARE?

We offer excellent benefits to reward you for your hard work, dedication and commitment. These include:

  • RETAIL DISCOUNT

    RETAIL DISCOUNT

    A huge range of discounts at major retailers and supermarkets

  • HEALTH CARE

    HEALTH CARE

    24/7 access to a GP either online or on the phone

  • STAFF SUPPORT

    STAFF SUPPORT

    Access to our Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential advice

  • WELLBEING HUB

    WELLBEING HUB

    Articles and support with physical and mental wellness, free fitness and yoga videos and lots more

  • PENSION

    PENSION

    4% employer pension contribution

  • LEARNING RESOURCES

    LEARNING RESOURCES

    Career development opportunities and access to our online learning management system

  • FREE DBS CHECK

    FREE DBS CHECK

    Free DBS checks for our Care Home Workers

  • FREE UNIFORM

    FREE UNIFORM

    Free uniforms for everyone required to wear one

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK

Philanthropy Lead

  • Department: Central Support
  • Location: Amelie House, Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus, 221 Golders Green Road, Barnet, NW11 9DQ
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Salary:  £35,000 - £38,000 a year
  • Closing Date: 31 December 2024

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