Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships (National)

Who we are
Safe Families and Home for Good is a Christian, community-based charity that seeks to see children and families thrive. Safe Families empowers local volunteers, predominately from the church, to engage with those most at need. We exist to create relationship and connection, offering support, hope and belonging to improve the lives of those in our communities, because everyone deserves to belong. Working hand-in-hand with Children’s Services and local authorities, we link children, young people and families with local volunteers who can offer help and support. Working with a large volunteer base Safe Families assists families in crisis by offering remote support, respite care to children and befriending to struggling parents and carers.

Role Overview
We are seeking a relational, strategic and ambitious Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to lead and grow our Major and Mid-level Donor programme, Corporate Partnerships and church fundraising at a pivotal moment for Safe Families and Home for Good. As we continue to maximise the potential of our merger into one charity, this role will play a critical part in enabling long-term, sustainable income growth to support children and families across the UK.

Reporting to the Director of Communications, Fundraising and Advocacy, the Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships will work closely with the Co-CEO to set and deliver a compelling strategy for high-value giving. This includes leading a portfolio of major donors personally, driving income against ambitious targets, and developing the charity’s capability and culture in major donor fundraising, corporate partnerships, and international philanthropy, including pioneering and growing our work with US funders.

As a senior leader within the Fundraising Team and a member of the organisation’s Leadership Team, you will collaborate closely alongside the Head of Fundraising to shape the wider fundraising strategy, ensure alignment across income streams, and model best practice in relationship-led fundraising. You will lead and develop a team, currently including a Fundraising Manager and Fundraising Assistant, fostering a high-performing, relational, and values-driven approach.

This is a hybrid role, with regular travel required for donor meetings, events, and internal collaboration. Easy day access to London is strongly preferred to enable effective relationship management with key donors, partners, and networks.

 

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