Philanthropy Manager

Full-time, fixed term to end June 2028, based in Edinburgh

Salary £49,204 per annum plus generous holiday entitlement, Civil Service pension and other benefits

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) is a world-leading centre for plant science, horticulture, conservation, education, and public engagement. Founded in 1670 as a physic garden for the study of medicinal plants, it attracts around one million visitors each year and holds one of the world’s most diverse botanical collections.​

We are looking to appoint an experienced Philanthropy Manager to join the Development team at an exciting point in the organisation’s development as we move into the 2nd phase of our ambitious Edinburgh Biomes programme. Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, the postholder will manage a mixed portfolio of individual, trust and corporate prospects, with a particular focus on securing high-value support for the Biomes programme and RBGE’s core priorities. They will develop and steward key donor relationships, produce compelling and well-researched proposals, and contribute to the achievement of annual income targets and fundraising KPIs.

This is an opportunity to play a central role in philanthropy at RBGE, building ambitious relationships with existing and prospective supporters and identifying new strategic fundraising opportunities aligned with the organisation’s values and ambitions. The successful candidate will bring proven fundraising, relationship-management and event management experience. The successful candidate should have strong influencing and negotiation skills, excellent written and verbal communication, sound knowledge of relevant fundraising practice, and the confidence to engage potential major donors and ask for significant financial support.

Closing date:                             Monday 30 November, midday GMT

Interview date:                          w/c 7 December 2026

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