Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager

About the Role

Rangi Ruru Girls' School is seeking a skilled Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to lead and expand its fundraising initiatives. This full-time, permanent position offers a chance to cultivate a sustainable culture of giving within a proud network of alumnae, families, trusts, and business collaborators. The successful candidate will be responsible for directing the Development Team, focusing on long-term philanthropic growth and fostering strong donor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that balances major gifts, annual giving, gifts in wills, trusts, grants, and business partnerships.
• Establishing and maintaining a donor pipeline, relationships, and systems to support a forthcoming capital campaign.
• Developing and managing a structured Gifts in Wills program that includes a legacy society and meaningful stewardship.
• Securing and cultivating business sponsorships and partnerships aligned with the school's core values.
• Identifying and obtaining funding from trusts, foundations, and institutional sources, including scholarships and bursaries.
• Utilizing CRM tools and donor data to refine strategies, segment donor profiles, and generate reports.
• Leading the Development Team, which comprises the Archives Manager and Alumnae Coordinator.
• Promoting an ethical, donor-focused culture of philanthropy consistent with the school's values across the broader community.

Candidate Profile

• Proven success in securing major gifts and increasing philanthropic revenue.
• Experience in establishing or enhancing fundraising programs.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with a genuine interest in team development.
• Capability to formulate strategies, oversee budgets, and organize donor events.
• Excellent relationship management skills with discernment for sensitive discussions.
• Expertise in creating persuasive proposals and impactful communications.
• Strong prospect research, segmentation, pipeline management skills, and familiarity working with CRM or fundraising databases.
• Collaborative mindset with flexibility to attend some events outside regular hours.
• Preferred but not required: existing connections within Christchurch or broader philanthropic networks.

Why Join Rangi Ruru

Rangi Ruru Girls' School boasts a rich heritage and an engaged community of supporters. This role is pivotal in nurturing a legacy of generosity that will influence the school's future for many years. You will be supported by committed leadership, an active alumnae association, and a community deeply invested in the school's mission and values.