York Museums Trust (YMT) is an independent charity created to manage and look after the City of York Council’s collections and assets including York Art Gallery, York Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum, York Museum Gardens, and York St Mary’s

Individual Giving and Major Gifts Fundraising Manager

Salary: £30,956 - £37,530 (YMT Scale Points 32-39)

Contract:   Permanent, Full Time – 37 hours per week

These are exciting times to join the Trust. Following our multi award winning redevelopment of York Art Gallery and as we plan a major capital project at York Castle Museum to transform its visitor experience, we are developing a new fundraising team.

We have a new opportunity for an Individual Giving and Major Gifts Fundraising Manager to join the team, working across all sites to develop and drive York Museums Trust Individual Giving Strategy in line with our ambitions and priorities.

Founded in 2002, the Trust has a strong record of fundraising and this post is designed to build on these foundations. We are seeking an experienced Individual Giving Specialist who will establish and steward relationships with current supporters and prospective high value givers, securing growing and sustainable income for the Trust and a successful pipeline that converts mid to high level givers to Major Donors. Working in collaboration with the Grants and Sponsorship Fundraising Manager, you will ensure successful relationship management and enjoy inspiring and developing relationships with our staff, managers, trustees and our donors and supporters.

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an experience of managing and growing supporter networks, cultivating exciting opportunities and prospecting for new high impact connections. You will also be able to demonstrate a proven track record of securing major gifts and achieving financial targets.

This role will work from home temporarily in line with other YMT staff.  In the long term this role will be based in York, but with the option to work flexibly.  Attendance at fundraising events and stakeholder meetings in York will be part of the role.

How to apply

Access the job description on the About Us, Jobs Vacancies page on our website.

Send:

• your CV,
• a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Behaviours section of the JD, and
• the Equal Opportunities form

to the email address on our website.  Applications forms should be submitted in a Word compatible format.

CVs can only be accepted from candidates who have permission to work in the UK.  If, after applying, you have not heard from us by two weeks after the closing date, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

As an organisation York Museums Trust is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Dates to bear in mind…

Closing date for applications is Monday 1 February 2021 at 9am

Interviews will take place online on Tuesday 23 February 2021

Context and background

Voyage is a social justice charity that aims to EMPOWER marginalised black young people and provide them with the self-awareness and motivation to TRANSFORM themselves and their communities. The mission of Voyage is to encourage and assist young people bridge the gap between their schools, communities and criminal justice system whilst supporting young people to SUSTAIN successful partnerships and meaningful relationships.

We are seeking a Fundraiser and Events manager to join us at a unique time in our organisation’s history.Previously funded by statutory, Trusts, Foundations and corporate supporters, we are looking to grow our work by maximising newfound relationships with a growing list of commercial and corporate partners.This includes developing opportunities for our corporate partners to engage with our young people, as well as deepening contributions to our fundraising campaigns, activities and events.

What we are looking for

Voyage seeks an experienced and organised Fundraising and Events manager with the skills to set up, embed and operate a dedicated CRM system, shape our communication strategies and help us to devise an annual framework of activities and events. We are seeking someone with excellent client relationship skills and methods to improve our sustainability.Your role will also include event planning and management, with one large fundraising event annually supplemented by smaller fundraising activities and opportunities for our supporters.The post holder will also assist the senior management team to structure funding proposals to support our engagement with corporates and contribute to our wider fundraising and income generation strategies.

The post holder will be the first point of call for fundraising enquiries and be part of the senior management team to ensure donor requirements and needs are relayed to the operational team. Voyage wishes to offer an excellent experience to all our supporters and this role will be integral to making sure we are best placed to support our event participants through their fundraising and training journey.

Below is a list of main duties:

• Engaging with our network of commercial and corporate companies, trusts and individuals to secure funding and CSR involvement.
• Taking a lead organising and developing fundraising activities and in-house events.
• Overseeing the implementation of our customer relationship management system to ensure effective communication and segmentation of our audiences.
• Ensuring all our newsletters, promotional materials and website are functioning and are issued to maximise engagement and ROI.
• Supporting a small team of volunteers and young people who will be part of your appointed team to help implement key events and activities
• Lead on planning donation campaigns and events.
• Managing communications and events for donors.
• Developing new and innovative ways to acquire funding – through events, online advertising or legacy-giving campaigns.

General

In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, our Fundraising and Events manager will also need to: 

·Follow all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the Charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety.

·Uphold ethical and professional standards and not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the Charity into disrepute.

·Promote and sustain a responsible attitude towards equal opportunities and diversity within the Charity.

·Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing registration requirements or any national professional or occupational standards associated with the role.

·Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.

Voyage is committed to encouraging volunteering throughout the organisation and as such the postholder will be expected to support and respect volunteers, interns and Youth Advisory Board members.

OCN needs a new Manager for Fundraising & Projects to help run the organisation’s operations in Peru, under direction from the UK-based Directors, working alongside our Manager for Marketing and Communications. 

We are in search of an enthusiastic individual who is passionate about fundraising, community development and international volunteering. The new Manager needs to take on a wide range of responsibilities and work with the small local team in line with the organisation’s values, strategic goals and approach to community development.

As Manager for Fundraising & Projects, you would be responsible for securing new grants, leading our community fundraising efforts, managing and supervising our projects and helping to recruit and support the volunteers who make our work possible.

This is an excellent opportunity to not only work in fundraising, but also to implement and develop the projects on the ground. The potential to build skills & experience by helping to manage the Peru office of our small but growing NGO.

Essential Requirements:

• minimum bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, preferably but not necessarily in development studies, international studies, Latin American studies, environmental studies, social work or other relevant subject;
• knowledge, experience and demonstrated success in obtaining funds from trusts or other donors;
• minimum three years of work experience (paid or unpaid) on fundraising;
• research, apply for and gain funding for the work of the charity from a number of sources;
• advanced level of Spanish and native speaker level written & spoken English language;
• experience in event management, community fundraising and/or inspiring others to fundraise
• good level of numeracy including confidence to manage a range of spreadsheets
• cultural awareness with some international experience (through study, travel, volunteering, etc), preferably in Latin America
• strong interpersonal skills; ability to work well with a diverse volunteer population, small OCN Peru team, UK directors & local project managers
• sound judgment, even under pressure; loyalty to OCN, our partners and volunteers and respect for confidentiality
• computer skills in Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• committed, reliable worker with ability to show attention to detail and to multitask & time manage effectively
• self-motivated and able to progress own work without need for constant supervision
• the ability to work with Peruvian and a wide range of international cultures, different managerial styles and to work remotely as part of a global team
• good organisational and administrative skills and willing to learn new skills e.g. book-keeping
• flexibility and willingness to work evenings and at weekends when necessary and be on call for emergencies 24/7
• passion for the work and to make a difference, as well as enthusiasm and patience to work with volunteers (who are mostly 18-30)
• fast and independent learner, positive, adaptable, and flexible
• a good team player who can listen and value other opinions

Do take a look at our Otra Cosa Network website Then send your CV/resume along with a cover letter of 400 words maximum (in English), stating why you are suitable for this role.

Gypsies and Travellers Wales is looking for a Fundraising and Team Manager (Maternity Cover). This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to lead, manage and support our senior team and develop our fundraising income.

You will be responsible for the smooth day to day running of the charity overseeing the fundraising, financial and day-to-day management aspects of GT Wales. You will work with the Trustees to help build on the success of GT Wales.

You will have previous experience of working in the third/voluntary sector, working with disadvantaged groups or in advice and advocacy sector. You will be a skilled bid writer, writing compelling high quality and detailed bids to trusts and foundations in order to reach ambitious voluntary income targets. You will have experience of managing and developing a team, with a collaborative and charismatic management style and experience of engaging and developing relationships with a range of stakeholders internally and externally.

You will be a great organiser who does not shy away from a challenge. Flexible, enthusiastic and highly motivated, you will have great communication skills with the ability to build relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders.

Job Requirements

.  You will:

• Lead on managing GT Wales’s team and coordinating an environment that is enjoyable for staff to work, equipped with the necessary resources for effective working, and that support wellbeing.
• Lead the day to day financial management, ensure financial systems are up to date, fit for purpose and meet deadlines for reporting requirements
• Identify and seek new funding streams from grant making bodies, trusts, foundations, individuals, and partners to support the work of GT Wales in implementation of GT Wales 3 year strategy.
• Work collaboratively with staff across the organisation cultivating a strong working knowledge of operational priorities to produce a compelling fundraising case for support.
• Represent GT Wales externally at network events or similar
• Ensure that grants and donations are appropriately tracked, applied and reported.

We are looking for an honest and non-judgmental individual, the right candidate will be committed to helping others, and be able to respond flexibly and compassionately to clients’ needs. Due to the small size of the team, the successful applicant will need to be a flexible team player and happy to undertake tasks across the charity that fall outside of the role’s main remit, as and when required. 

To apply :In the first instance, please submit your CV which must be accompanied by a Supporting Statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) detailing how your knowledge and experience meets the requirements of the job description. Relevant candidates may be asked to complete an application form and equal opps format a later stage  .

Closing date 20th January 2021 

Interviews week commencing 25th January 2021.

The successful candidate will need to be in post by 1st March 2021. In light of current conditions, all applicants are advised that interviews may/are likely to take place via telephone, Teams or Zoom.

About Turn2us

Turn2us is a national charity that helps people through times of financial crisis, often caused by life changing situations like a bereavement or illness.

At Turn2us, we know that often it’s an unexpected event that can have the biggest impact on your life and working out where to get help can be very difficult. In a time of change or crisis, you need to know where you stand. That’s where we come in.

We support people through our grant giving service, website and helpline, and we also collaborate with specialist agencies and other organisations to help tackle the causes and symptoms of poverty.

During the Coronavirus pandemic Turn2us has been in the forefront of supporting people in our communities and we know that in the coming months the need for support is only going to grow. This is an exciting time to join a busy and dynamic team and being a part of the rebuilding our communities in these difficult times.

The opportunity

Over the last year, the organisation has seen an exceptional increase in the demand for our services and has been at the forefront of supporting families and individuals struggling because of the pandemic. We have seen significant growth in income generation and we are now entering the next phase of our growth and the evolution of our fundraising function. We are now keen for a creative Fundraising Manager to join our dynamic Income Generation team on this journey to supporting people to thrive.

About You

You will be an exceptional and multifaceted fundraiser, an excellent relationship manager with the skills to build upon our fundraising function within a growing charity. You will have an entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for fundraising and working within a small team to build new high impact initiatives.  You will be a true team player, eager to understand the work of the wider team and organisation’s ambitions and powerfully translate these for our supporters.  An excellent project manager with a natural ability to create processes that empowers agile decision-making rather than slow things down.

The Role

The purpose of this role is to oversee the strategy and management of the organisation’s individual giving function with a focus on building long term relationships with current supporters and building a mid – value programme based on donor centric supporter journey’s. You will be responsible developing and leading a mid value programme and enabling to build a pipeline of major donors.

This is a full-time and permanent position and, in addition to the above salary, Turn2us also offers a competitive benefits package.

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young refugees and asylum seekers?

This is an exciting time to be joining Young Roots as Fundraising Manager. This vital role will contribute to the delivery of Young Roots’ fundraising strategy by maximising income predominantly from individuals, community, events and corporate fundraising.

MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF JOB

The Fundraising Manager will play a key role in the delivery of our new fundraising strategy by maximising income predominantly from individuals, community, events and corporate fundraising. You will lead on the growth of a donor acquisition and retention programme, helping us to attract new, committed supporters and will be responsible for the delivery of specific agreed fundraising targets. You will also be responsible for supporter stewardship and ensuring excellence in our donor care, in order to increase our number of loyal, committed givers who share our passion for making a difference to the lives of young refugees and asylum seekers.

We are working to a new 3-year fundraising strategy with a focus on income diversification. We are also in the process of developing a new strategic plan and direction for the organisation. Young Roots has grown significantly over the last three years and our income has almost trebled. The majority of our income comes from Trusts, Foundations and other grants. The Fundraising Manager will focus on diversifying our funding, in particular through growing our levels of individual giving; building links with our local communities in Croydon, Brent and beyond to improve community and events fundraising; and developing relationships with corporate partners.

Who we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced and talented individual to develop, support and champion both new and existing fundraising activities in these areas.

You will bring enthusiasm and ambition to this varied role, using your passion for donor care and making a difference to increase engagement from supporters. We would welcome applications from candidates with strong fundraising experience and excellent relationship management skills who want to use their experience to make a real difference to the lives of the young people we work with.

We are a value-based, passionate and committed organisation offering a friendly working environment, although due to the current ongoing COVID-19 pandemic the role will initially be predominantly home-based.

Young Roots recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, and particularly welcome BAME candidates and those with lived experience of migration and the asylum system. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated on the basis of their relevant merits, experience, skills and abilities. Young Roots is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Director of Membership, Professional Development and Corporate Partnerships

Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer

Salary: £70,000 (FTE) per annum

Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday, occasional additional hours as required, reclaimed as time off in lieu of payment

Direct reports: Head of Volunteering, Membership and Events

Head of Professional Development

Location: Currently working from home.  Usually, Central London, with travel as necessary.

Benefits: 25 days holiday per annum

Flexible working

Pension

We are looking for an exceptional, confident, senior leader used to delivering complex and varied customer-focused services and generating the income, corporate relationships and goodwill of stakeholders, customers and colleagues for this key role supporting our exceptional profession.  This sophisticated role leads high performance teams to support our membership, volunteers and corporate partnerships and deliver high quality professional development programmes, events and our flagship annual Fundraising Convention.

Our values underpin all areas of our work and guide us in all we do:

• Passionate: taking pride in what we do and driven by success.
• Professional: championing and achieving high standards and governed by professional integrity.
• Enabling: helping others and empowered to take ownership, find solutions, make decisions and collaborate.
• Enterprising: open to new solutions and committed to delivering where we already excel.
• Respectful: honest and fair, treating everyone with consideration and respect.

About the Chartered Institute of Fundraising

The Chartered Institute is the national membership organisation for professional fundraisers in the UK.  We support and provide services for 5,700 individual members, 600 organisational members and over 100 corporate members.  The Chartered Institute facilitates 36 volunteer-led national, regional and special interest groups and provides training, qualifications, conferences, events, policy and guidance.  Volunteers created the organisation and remain at the heart of our work.

Our vision is Excellent Fundraising for a Better World.  We believe that an equal, diverse and inclusive fundraising community is integral to delivering excellent fundraising.

Further information on our new website: 

About you

We welcome applications from people from the learning and development community, from across the charity sector and from the public or private sector with appropriate transferrable skills and experience.  You will have proven:

• Senior organisation/directorate level experience of managing complex, high performance teams in at least one relevant service area: customer services, events, professional development, volunteer leadership and corporate partnerships
• Income generation in excess of £1m per annum
• Experience of building and managing constructive and effective relationships and partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Enterprising and creative skills and attributes to generate and convert ideas into strategy and then into deliverable plans
• Ability to be a confident role model for your team, colleagues and stakeholders, embodying our commitment and approach to equality, diversity and inclusion.

The Chartered Institute is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can all be our ourselves and succeed on merit.  We particularly welcome applications from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as disabled people and individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.

How to apply

Please apply via this portal  and complete all application questions. This will be redacted; the panel will not see any identifying information.

Your application will not be considered if you submit a CV and supporting statement.

Next Steps

Closing date: Midday, Thursday, 11 February 2021

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by: By Friday, 19 February 2021

Test: Between 19-23 February 2021

First Interviews: Thursday, 25 February 2021

2nd Interviews: w/c Monday, 1 March 2021

Please note that the interviews will take place via Zoom.

Fundraising Manager

Are you an experienced fundraiser? Could you be that special person to join a small team to define, implement and lead on a new fundraising strategy?

Our client is a conservation charity working with community volunteers to deliver practical solutions to the real life challenges they face, their activities have a lasting impact on people’s health, prospects and outdoor spaces. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious fundraiser, who is looking to take on the next exciting challenge in their career.

Position: Fundraising Manager

Location: Doncaster or flexible

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 dependent on experience

Hours: Full time, permanent

Closing Date: Monday 18th Jan 2020 at 9am. 

About the role:

This new Fundraising Manager position will be responsible for the creation, development and delivery of the charity’s central fundraising strategy.

This is a wide and varied role which involves working across a broad spectrum of fundraising strands. The charity has a mix of income generating opportunities such as individual giving, campaigns, appeals and legacy. As Fundraising Manager you will constantly be engaging, supporting, connecting, and developing the donor base and income streams.

Your fundraising knowledge and experience will cultivate excellent relationships with all donors and stakeholders. Using your initiative to spot trends and seek opportunities for developing and maximising fundraising activity and income.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark, to bring your skills, experience, and ideas and ultimately, in the long term, to develop your own fundraising team.

About You:

To be successful in the role of Fundraising Manager you will be experienced in delivering a wide range of fundraising initiatives and creating compelling fundraising campaigns.

Some of the other key skills and experience needed include:

• Experienced in developing and implementing a strong ‘donor journey’
• The ability to be flexible, work under pressure and able to confidently meet demanding deadlines
• A target driven approach, meeting annual targets, and effectively manage the fundraising pipeline
• a confident communicator, able to manage and develop great stakeholder relationships with donors from a range of backgrounds
• An eye for attention to detail to ensure accuracy and credibility in your work

As a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer, our client welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates including those from black and minority ethnic (BME) groups and disabled candidates

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Community Fundraising Manager, Donor Manager, Major Donor Fundraising, Individual Giving, Philanthropy, Community Fundraising Manager, Trust Fundraising, Partnerships Fundraising, Development Manager, Regional Fundraising Manager, Area Fundraising Manager etc.

Headliners (UK) is seeking to recruit to this newly created role to enable the charity to grow its income. We are looking for a dynamic Fundraising Officer, with some relevant prior experience, who can take responsibility for specific tasks within our fundraising operations and support the team to achieve great things!

In this role, you will be responsible for developing the charity's fundraising programme, developing and delivering sustainable income from charitable trusts and foundations and other diverse fundraising sources.

As Headliners (UK) embark on finding more ways to support young people to recover from the impact of COVID 19, we are seeking an experienced Fundraising Officer to nurture existing and develop new funding relationships to grow our income and facilitate the development of our charitable programme.

Specifically you will:

• Develop and drive plans to achieve robust income targets with existing and new trusts and charitable foundations
• Develop and submit compelling proposals and applications of the highest standard to secure both restricted and unrestricted funding
• Proactively develop the trusts pipeline, with a particular focus on large and medium trusts.
• Innovatively seeking new sources of fundraised income, digital fundraising and development of the charity’s supporter base.

To be considered for this role and to hit the ground running, you will need demonstrate a solid track record in raising funds, be a team player and an excellent communicator. The role will be based remotely with some travel to our UK office locations if required.

If you think you can make a significant difference to young people with your fundraising experience, please get in touch, apply and come and join our team.

About the Sickle Cell Society (SCS)

We are the only national charity in the UK that supports and represents people affected by a sickle cell disorder to improve their overall quality of life.

We are a small, closely knit team of 14 skilled and highly committed staff. Having recently refreshed our 2020-23 strategy, our aim is to invest in the capacity and resources of our Fundraising team to further diversify our fundraising sources and continue to assist with medical and social research regarding SCD globally.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Fundraising Manager to increase fundraising income and awareness of the Sickle Cell Society through the implementation of our Fundraising Strategy (2020-23). Working closely with our Fundraising and Database Officers, Communications & Social Media Officer, and our Finance and Administration Manager, you will take a hands-on approach to donor stewardship and fundraising development and delivery.

About You

We are looking for an experienced fundraising professional with demonstrable experience of raising income, particularly in community fundraising or individual giving. A gifted communicator and networker, you will have an understanding and appreciation of the importance of donor cultivation and the commercial acumen to identify new opportunities.

To Apply

Please download the job description and person specification, together with an application form. 

Closing date: 25th January 2021.

The World Hepatitis Alliance is recruiting for a fundraising and business development manager – corporates and partnerships (part-time).

This is a new role within our organisation, so a pro-active, entrepreneurial approach is a must. You will have the opportunity to shape the fundraising strategy and practice so you can make a big impact from day one.

While you will not have a big fundraising team around you, you will have a highly collaborative and supportive staff team who are totally committed to supporting your success.

The World Hepatitis Alliance drives the global fight against viral hepatitis, one of the leading causes of death worldwide. We amplify the voices of people living with viral hepatitis to drive action to make the elimination of viral hepatitis a reality by 2030. We are guided by our shared values of making a difference, trust, integrity and ambition - all of which makes our organisation an exciting and fulfilling place to work for.

Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our work as a global organisation. We aim for our staff team to reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Please apply using the application form and job descriptions provided. International applicants welcome.

Deadline: 12noon GMT, Friday 18th December

Start date: January 2020

Fundraising & Communications Manager

Full-Time, Permanent. Salary guide: £33,000 - £35,000

Based in London Office with option for regular remote working, some travel within UK required.

Qualifications:

• Desirable: Degree and/or professional qualification, or equivalent experience. Charity Fundraising or Communications training.

Knowledge:

• The successful candidate should have knowledge of how charities operate, including:
• The principles and public benefit of Racing to School; relevant legislation; fundraising methods and models; processes of database management to support donor recruitment, development and stewardship.
• An understanding of the sector within which Racing to School operates and the threats and opportunities it addresses.
• Possess an understanding of how to approach and work with relevant media.
• A working knowledge of the horseracing and breeding industries

Skills, abilities & competencies:

• Stewardship of existing donors and grow annual income
• Budget creation, management and tracking
• Oversee an expanding database with accuracy; run and interpret management information
• Instigate key contacts and alliances through direct contact and public presentations
• Contribute to event management planning and delivery
• Create compelling press releases, updates and unique content to publish across multi-channels; write tight, accurate copy to deadline
• Ability to talk to different media and represent the charity in any public forum
• Support delivery team and provide back up across all programmes and activity content

Experience:

• Desirable: To have worked for a charity or racing-related organisation in a similar role
• Working with a fundraising or equivalent customer database
• Traditional and social media experience of publishing unique content
• Event management – promotion, delivery and follow-up, charitable or otherwise
• Evidence of meeting objectives through working in a team and unsupervised.

Personal attributes:

• High level of integrity in step with the charitable values of Racing to School
• Demonstrate good teamwork in all career roles
• An originator of ideas and approaches with a flexible approach to change
• An attitude to surpass expectations in all dealings with charity beneficiaries and donors
• Attention to detail across all work; professional approach to all tasks
• An enthusiasm for community engagement/volunteering.

The closing date for applications is 25th January 2021.

We acknowledge that having a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success and we actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences.

The welfare of our people is always important to us, but even more so at times like these. We are doing everything we can to protect our colleagues and applicants. Our hiring processes are no exception and due to COVID-19 the selection interviews for this position will take place online removing the need for face-to-face contact.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Fundraising Manager (Trusts & Foundations)  is responsible for the development and delivery of an annual plan to achieve a key portion of the organisation’s operating budget as well as developing long-term relationships with key funders to secure a pipeline of sustainable funding. The post-holder will work across the organisation to develop compelling cases for support for funders, whilst managing a portfolio of larger trusts and foundations.

KEY TASKS:

• Work with colleagues across the organisation to identify projects of interest to potential funders and develop attractive cases for support for use across all fundraising streams
• Lead on the development of a dynamic trust fundraising programme to meet agreed annual targets and secure sustainable income through repeat and multi-year grants
• Plan and implement a rolling programme of trust funding applications, ensuring a healthy balance of large and small, restricted and unrestricted funding applications to achieve the agreed income targets
• Monitor income and expenditure targets and provide regular progress reports and updates on performance against target
• Develop and manage high quality cultivation, engagement and stewardship plans for trust prospects and existing priority donors, collaborating with the DCEO, senior management and trustees to ensure networking opportunities are maximised
• Coordinate and lead on the post-grant reporting needs of donors
• Contribute to the ongoing development of akt’s fundraising strategy  
• Undertake any other reasonable tasks as requested

We’re seeking an enthusiastic Senior Fundraising Officer to join our small fundraising team as we look to develop our existing income generation streams. With a focus on building relationships you will work with donors who give in different ways, such as individuals, community groups, trusts and foundations and corporate partners.

You will need to have great interpersonal skills, be confident when meeting new people, and have a desire to find new opportunities to promote the work of Designability and our case for support. You’ll be encouraged to put forward and develop your own fundraising ideas and a good level of creativity would be a benefit.

Designability is an independent national charity that enables disabled people to live with greater independence.  Our expertise is in user-centred design, creating products with and for disabled people to improve and enrich their lives.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that develops new products and provides innovative services which deliver greater choice for disabled people. We are a creative and inspiring team, operating with the freedom to explore and deliver exciting new ways of working, beyond statutory provision.

You will be joining a team which includes mechanical and electronics engineers, workshop technicians, product designers, occupational therapists, fundraisers, researchers and administrators. Our team is led by strong values: we are creative, inclusive and practical, with our vision being to create a future where every person with a disability has the products they want to live the life they choose.