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The Edinburgh International Festival is one of the world’s great celebrations of the performing arts—bringing people together across cultures since 1947.

Senior Philanthropy Manager
EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Senior Philanthropy Manager
EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Edinburgh Scotland
£47,000 - £51,000 pa plus benefits
Closing 29/04/2026

Each August, they transform Edinburgh into a global stage, showcasing the most exciting and original work in opera, music, dance and theatre.

Beyond the Festival, they create year-round experiences that spark creativity and deepen cultural curiosity.  Their ambition is bold: to deliver world-class art to the widest possible audience.

To sustain and grow their impact, the Edinburgh International Festival is investing in their fundraising and partnerships, and expanding the Development team. We’re now looking for a Senior Philanthropy Manager to drive major donor growth, particularly among wider national and international supporters.

With a focus on donors with the capacity to give £10,000+, and a portfolio mostly centred in London and New York, you’ll design compelling engagement strategies, secure new gifts, and grow existing support. You’ll also get to work closely with senior leadership, playing a key role in securing some of the Festival’s most significant donations.  We’re looking for a proactive, strategic fundraiser with a strong track record in individual major gifts and stakeholder management.  This will take someone who thrives on building relationships, thinking creatively, and delivering results as part of a collaborative team.  Could that be you?

This is a rare career opportunity to join a high-performing and growing fundraising team at an organisation which maintains an exceptional reputation year on year, and garners international respect and attention.  If that piques your interest, please get in touch.

Please tell us if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to help you in your application or with our recruitment process.

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Nicola Reames, Consultant
Consultant
+44 (0)20 3617 9240
Sonja Dunphy
Managing Director
+44 (0)20 3617 9240

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