Join Our Team - Head of Philanthropy
We are excited to announce the search for a Head of Philanthropy - a strategic leader who will drive fundraising efforts, grow and diversify income streams, and elevate the organisation’s profile.
Salary: £50,000+
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Hybrid, W10 6BL
Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations
Please find the job description here.
In this hands-on delivery-focused role, the Head of Philanthropy will lead and grow Nucleo’s fundraising activity, taking personal responsibility for developing relationships with donors, partners and supporters to secure sustainable income for the organisation. The role combines practical income generation with some strategic planning: cultivating and stewarding a pipeline of high-value prospects, expanding networks, and delivering successful fundraising initiatives. The successful candidate will also play a key role in communicating Nucleo’s story through compelling donor engagement and impact-led content, working closely with the Founding Director to ensure alignment with the organisation’s values and messaging.
In order to be successful in this role, you should have:
A proven track record of personally raising at least £0.5m annually, with strengths in major donors, corporate partnerships and individual giving
Demonstrable experience delivering successful fundraising activity with a clear focus on hands-on income generation
Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and high-net-worth individuals, acting as a compelling ambassador for the organisation
Experience managing donor pipelines and developing long-term philanthropic partnerships
Confidence in managing budgets, analysing fundraising performance, and using CRM systems effectively to support data-driven decision-making
Strong communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals, donor reports and impact-focused content
Experience planning and delivering successful cultivation and fundraising events
A collaborative and proactive approach, able to work closely with colleagues across programmes, finance and communications
A deep commitment to Nucleo’s mission and values, with a passion for creating meaningful impact in the lives of young people and communities through music
Closing Date: Tuesday 10th February
Stage 1 Interviews: Week commencing 16th February
Stage 2 Interviews: TBC
We are working with the recruitment team at Percival, who are committed to your journey as a candidate and will provide any necessary support throughout the application process. If you require assistance in completing your application, or need the process to be adjusted, please don’t hesitate to contact Adam at Percival on adam.allnutt@percival.org. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.