St Ann’s Hospice

Philanthropy Co-ordinator

The closing date is 08 August 2025

Job summary

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and professional administrator with attention to detail who will work with the philanthropy fundraiser to support the solicitation and administration of large gifts to support the work of the hospice.

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £27,337 - £29,987, Hospice Band 4, Competency Based Framework

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours over 4-5 days

Based at: Cross-site (Heald Green and Little Hulton) with some home working

Call to action - How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we'd love to hear from you.

Please contact Lucy Green on 0161 498 3631 if more information is required.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing Date: 8th August 2025

Interview Date: 14th August 2025

Main duties of the job

You will provide excellent support with the hospices legacy programme, looking after administration work to ensure income comes to the hospice in a timely manner.

You will supporting the Philanthropy Fundraiser with other legacy workstreams, including support with any promotional and cultivation work

With great communication skills and a creative mind set you will be able to develop strong working relationships with key internal and external contacts.

Youll be part of a vibrant team dedicated to making a difference to the lives of people living with life limiting illnesses.

You'll be at the heart of our fundraising success, helping to ensuring vital income streams are safeguarded and increased.

Your work will enable the hospice to provide world-class care and support for those affected by a terminal diagnosis in Greater Manchester.

About us

At St Ann's, there's one thing that motivates us, and that's providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting illnesses.

We're continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure St Ann's is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You'll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Key Benefits

35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
Heath cash plan
Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contributions into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
Life cover
Free parking
Discounted meals on site
Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

Date posted

01 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,337 to £29,987 a year Band 4 Competency Based Pay Framework

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Home or remote working

Reference number

B0256-25-0030

Job locations

St. Anns Hospice

St. Anns Road North

Heald Green

Cheadle

Cheshire

SK8 3SZ

St. Anns Hospice

Peel Lane

Worsley

Manchester

M28 0FE

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Philanthropy Coordinator will:

Support Philanthropy Fundraising with researching, prospecting, approaching and acknowledgement of Major Donors and grant giving organisations
Write thorough and impactful applications to gain support for the hospice
Follow the hospice supporter care process to ensure excellent acknowledgement, supporter recognition and further donor potential
Provide timely and accurate administration of legacy pledges and notifications for the delivery of income
Support with the organization and development of bespoke cultivation events to keep key supporters informed about the work and developments of the charity
Produce monthly reports detailing and analysing fundraising data and activity, projection against budget and analysis of risks and opportunities
Contribute to the setting of the Philathropy Fundraising income budget, monitoring progress closely throughout the year
Plan work in conjunction with the Philanthropy Fundraiser and Fundraising Manager which will inform and facilitate achievement of the income budget
Work closely with the communications team to ensure promotional activity, appropriate supporter stories are shared and cultivation events are promoted effectively
Maintain thorough record keeping in line with the St Ann's Hospice and Fundraising Regulator policies and guidelines
Fulfill additional duties as required by Philanthropy Fundraising for the benefit of the hospice

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Philanthropy Coordinator will:

Support Philanthropy Fundraising with researching, prospecting, approaching and acknowledgement of Major Donors and grant giving organisations
Write thorough and impactful applications to gain support for the hospice
Follow the hospice supporter care process to ensure excellent acknowledgement, supporter recognition and further donor potential
Provide timely and accurate administration of legacy pledges and notifications for the delivery of income
Support with the organization and development of bespoke cultivation events to keep key supporters informed about the work and developments of the charity
Produce monthly reports detailing and analysing fundraising data and activity, projection against budget and analysis of risks and opportunities
Contribute to the setting of the Philathropy Fundraising income budget, monitoring progress closely throughout the year
Plan work in conjunction with the Philanthropy Fundraiser and Fundraising Manager which will inform and facilitate achievement of the income budget
Work closely with the communications team to ensure promotional activity, appropriate supporter stories are shared and cultivation events are promoted effectively
Maintain thorough record keeping in line with the St Ann's Hospice and Fundraising Regulator policies and guidelines
Fulfill additional duties as required by Philanthropy Fundraising for the benefit of the hospice

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Have excellent IT skills, including experience the use of an organisational database - this point would benefit from being more specific e.g. Strong computer skills including Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Powerpoint and intermediate Excel skills) and CRM systems

Experience

Essential

Excellent supporter stewardship/customer service skills
Experience of working with donors in a fundraising environment
Ability to meet deadlines
Excellent and adaptable communication skills
Strong administration skills
Demonstrate commitment and motivation to the values and purpose of the hospice
Able to travel to events and meetings, with required event/fundraising materials across Greater Manchester

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Have excellent IT skills, including experience the use of an organisational database - this point would benefit from being more specific e.g. Strong computer skills including Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Powerpoint and intermediate Excel skills) and CRM systems

Experience

Essential

Excellent supporter stewardship/customer service skills
Experience of working with donors in a fundraising environment
Ability to meet deadlines
Excellent and adaptable communication skills
Strong administration skills
Demonstrate commitment and motivation to the values and purpose of the hospice
Able to travel to events and meetings, with required event/fundraising materials across Greater Manchester

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

St Ann’s Hospice

Address

St. Anns Hospice

St. Anns Road North

Heald Green

Cheadle

Cheshire

SK8 3SZ

Employer's website

https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

St Ann’s Hospice

Address

St. Anns Hospice

St. Anns Road North

Heald Green

Cheadle

Cheshire

SK8 3SZ

Employer's website

https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)