With 75 years of experience our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds even in the most dangerous places inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 33000 staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable childrens life stories!
Key Responsibilities:
Philanthropy Manager Mid-Value
Salary: circa45000per annum good range of benefits
Contract: Permanent Contract Full Time 36.5 Hours
Based: Milton Keynes Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)
Annual Leave: 28 days and bank holidays
Lead and Grow Our Mid-Value Special Giving Programme
World Vision UK is seeking an experienced mid-value fundraising specialist to lead and grow our Special Giving income stream (gifts up to 10000) delivering sustainable year-on-yeargrowthand raising over 1 million annuallyby 2030for the worlds most vulnerable children.This is a strategic role focused on mid-value donor acquisition cultivationupgradeand stewardshipturning warm supporters into committed long-term partners of our mission.
The Opportunity
This role is ideal for someone who understands the distinct dynamics of mid-value fundraisingbalancing scale and personalisation building structuredrelationship focuseddonor journeys and using data insight to drive upgrades and retention. You will:
Shape and deliver the Special Giving (mid-value) strategy
Develop and implement a clear growth strategy for donors giving up to 10000
Manage forecasting income targets and KPIs
Build structured upgrade pathways from mass-market into mid-value
Establish clear qualification processes into major donor pipelines
Grow our Emergency Fund
Design a compelling mid-value proposition
Developengagingcampaigns
Ensuretimely high-quality stewardship and impactreporting
Embed strong cross-team processes to maximise income opportunities
Manage and grow a portfolio of mid-value donors
Personally steward a portfolio of engaged mid-value supporters
Deliver tailored communicationsproposalsand impactupdates
Identifyand convert new prospects through data insight and targeted outreach
Create meaningful engagement touchpoints that deepen commitment
Lead and develop
Linemanagea PhilanthropyOfficer
Develop systems and processes that enable scalable personalisation
Contribute to the wider Philanthropy team strategy
About You
Werelooking for a proven mid-value fundraiser who candemonstrate:
Significant experiencemanaging and growing mid-value donor portfolios (typically 1k10k)
A track recordof delivering income growth and meeting ambitious targets
Strong experience designing donor journeys and upgrade strategies
Confidence using data insight and testing to optimise performance
Excellent proposal and case-for-support writing skills
Experience collaborating across marketing digital and communications teams
Line management experience (desirable but not essential)
Strategic thinking with strong delivery discipline
Experience within a large complex charity environment is highly desirable.
Our Christian identity underpins everything we do so as anactiveChristian this role offers you the opportunity to integrate your Christian faith and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations.
Why Join World Vision UK
Joining World Vision UK means becoming part of an energetic and flexible team committed to making a positive impactin the world. As a PA to the CFMO you will play a crucial role in supporting our fundraising and marketing efforts helping to drive our mission forward. You will have the opportunity to work in an environment that values collaboration innovation and dedication to humanitarian causes.
If you are looking toleverageyour skills and experience in a role that offers both challenge and reward we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Together we can create a better future for children in need.
All applicants must be willing to work within a Christian framework and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations.
Please upload your CV of full employment history explaining any gapsofemployment and reasons for leaving yourpreviousemployer. This must be accompanied with a covering letter (max 2 pages)statinghow you meet the essential criteria given in the Job Description and why you are interested in this role.
Closing Date for applications: 13 March 2026
First stage interviews: W/C16 March2026 In Person
We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date should a strong candidate beidentified.
Universal acceptance for everyone everywhere is at the heart of our Christianorganisation. We promote diversity of thoughtcultureand background which connects the entire World Vision family.As such World Vision is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. World Vision UK alsooperatesflexible working policies and practices.
As achild-focusedorganisation World Vision UK is committed to the safeguarding of children therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks including a criminal records check.
Bysubmittingyour application you understand and accept that World Vision UK will process the data you provide for the purposes of your application andin accordance withthe World Vision UK - Job Applicant Privacy Notice(click here).
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants OnlyRequired Experience:
Manager
World Vision International, Christian relief and development organisation, dedicated to helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life.