Head of Philanthropy
Head of Philanthropy
About the role
The Philanthropy Lead is responsible for driving the growth of high-value philanthropic income by building and leading a strategic major donor programme.
The role focuses on identifying, cultivating and securing support from high-net-worth individuals and philanthropic partners, while strengthening long-term relationships with existing donors. A core part of the role is expanding the Mission’s reach into new networks, including through proactive external engagement and partnerships with intermediaries such as wealth managers and professional advisors.
This is a highly relationship-led and outward-facing role. Success requires actively building visibility for the Mission, developing new donor connections, and engaging supporters not only as donors, but as advocates who champion the Mission and connect it to others.
We value learning and growth. You will be supported on your unique journey through mentoring and on the job development as part of the wider Mission community committed to meaningful, values-led work.
What you will be doing
- Develop and deliver a clear major donor strategy aligned to organisational priorities.
- Build and manage a qualified portfolio of major donors and prospects, maintaining a strong pipeline of opportunities.
- Manage a structured plan of engagement for each major donor, with clear next steps to grow relationships and giving.
- Actively identify and secure new high-net-worth donors and philanthropic partners.
- Develop and implement individual stewardship plans for all major donors.
What we are looking for
- Proven experience in major gifts fundraising or high-value relationship management.
- Capacity to demonstrate through actions commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Mission’s values of Manaakitanga, Atawhai, Rangapū and Mana Tika, Mana Ōrite
- Demonstrated success securing significant philanthropic gifts (five- and six-figure).
- Proven ability to proactively build networks, generate new donor leads and secure introductions through relationship-based approaches.
- Experience working with Boards or leveraging peer-to-peer introductions.
We recognize that skills, experience and knowledge can be gained in a number of ways. This may include paid or voluntary work, experience undertaken through your church, marae, iwi or whānau responsibilities, or other community roles.
What we offer
- Opportunities to strengthen cultural connection through weekly Kapa Haka, waiata, and monthly romiromi.
- Access to EAP & external supervision.
- “Mission Leave” provides an opportunity to focus on wellbeing along with annual and sick leave.
- Tangihanga leave.
- Access to sick leave from your 1st day of employment.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Staff discounts at Auckland City Mission Op Shops and Pharmacy.
- Access to low cost, fresh produce through the Mission Grocer.
- Convenient access to public transport and discounted parking options.
- Opportunities for career progression within the Mission.
About the Organisation
Auckland City Mission – Te Tāpui Atawhai works alongside people in Tāmaki Makaurau facing poverty, homelessness, hunger, and isolation.
With over 100 years of service, we deliver integrated support across housing, food, health and recovery, supporting tens of thousands of Aucklanders every year. Our work is grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and guided by our values; Manaakitanga, Rangapū, Atawhai, and Manatika/Mana Ōrite.
We believe in people, collective responsibility, and hope - and invite those who share our values to join us.
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