FUNDRAISING MANAGER

FULL-TIME

SALARY: £36,422 to £40,616 per annum (FTE for 37 hours a week)

Carers in Hertfordshire is a well-respected, independent, carer-led charity, established in 1995. We work to ensure that all Hertfordshire’s unpaid carers are recognised, valued and supported in their caring role, have the opportunity for a life outside caring and can exercise a collective voice in the county. We support adult carers and young carers and provide information and advice, opportunities to meet other carers, and enable a collective voice for carers in the county.

The charity has experienced significant growth over recent years with over 110 staff and over 37,000 registered unpaid carers.  We have expanded our range of services and income streams, as well as innovating to improve our services and invested in infrastructure including our database. We retain a strong connection to the local communities we work in, with a wide range of partners.

Its costs around £3 million a year to provide our services and support. Government contracts account for approximately £2.25 million of our income every year. This post will help us to further develop, drive and implement our Fundraising Strategy and Plan, which will supplement this income in order to better serve unpaid carers across Hertfordshire. Covid-19 affected the charity in various ways. As we emerge from the pandemic, we want to ensure that fundraising plays an integral role in the future of the charity.

The post holder will be required to implement and deliver a robust, high-quality Fundraising Strategy and Plan. They will work across teams within Carers in Hertfordshire and develop a broad portfolio of fundraising. This will be underpinned by a programme of trusts and grant applications, with the post-holder co-ordinating and writing applications and reporting to grant-making trusts. The post holder will supplement this with a programme of work including organising and supporting community fundraising events, working with local donors such as for Charity of the Year partnerships, and growing our approach to corporate fundraising. The post-holder will have the opportunity to shape this programme based on their experience and the strengths of the charity.

We are looking for a self-motivated and tenacious individual, who has a demonstrable record of raising income and profile at a local level and who has a passion for building quality long-term relationships with a variety of different types of donor.

A good standard of IT Skills is required, including use of databases, Microsoft office and the internet. Our principle database is Salesforce, though experience of this is not essential. The role will require travel across Hertfordshire, so you will need the ability to travel independently, have access to a car and have a full valid driving license.

This is an exciting time to join us as we develop a new Fundraising Strategy in order to grow our fundraised income and develop new income streams.

For informal discussion about the role, please contact Tim Napper at Carers in Hertfordshire

Closes: 9am, Monday 13th June

Interviews: Monday 20th June

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic health charity in their search for a Head of Community Fundraisin g in order to lead and motivate an enthusiastic team to deliver target income for the charity and grow fundraised income in line with the wider fundraising strategy.

You will manage and lead on five core income streams with a strong focus on higher value relationships and major donor income
You will represent the charity fundraising across the community, in order to promote and increase engagement, loyalty and support of the charity
You will be a high performing fundraiser with experience of leading and managing a team to deliver income growth. You will be ambitious and proactive and relish the opportunity to support the Charity to achieve its ambitious goals.

Ideally you will have:

* experience in developing and implementing fundraising strategy
* experience of securing financial support across a variety of income streams including major donors, corporate, events and volunteer-led, and community fundraising
* experience of proactively exploring, engaging and acquiring new supporters and avenues of funding
* Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, and to tight deadlines
* Be able to lead and motivate your team to ensure income growth goals and key objectives are met

Contract type: permanent, hybrid working
Location: Leeds
Deadline: ASAP
Salary: £41,000 - £49,000 per annum

If you are interested in the role or want to learn more, then please do get in touch with Dagmara on 02078207315 or email her at [email protected]

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Head up the team delivering one of the most impressive community products in the sector.

We are looking for someone to lead the team responsible for the strategy and delivery of an 8-figure community product.

With two Senior Managers reporting to you, each leading a geographical region, and a team of 75 in total across the country, this post is the main strategic lead pulling together the campaign.

There are two key aims of this role over the 9 month contract:

1. Building on incredible foundations, to conduct a strategic review of the product and the team, devising a refreshed strategy and suggestions for any changes to improve and tidy the current system
2. Ensure the team’s successful delivery of the 2022 fundraising campaign

The Interim Head of Community will bring a consultancy-style approach to the assignment, in order to make a strategic assessment of the future needs of the team to reinvigorate the already hugely successful and high-performing team.

There will be a permanent need for this role, and the Interim may decide to stay on in the role, but we are equally happy to hear from candidates who prefer short-term contracts.

Previously this role has been the media lead for all TV and radio appearances – the incumbent will have the opportunity to take this on, but the media side can also be covered internally if the incoming postholder prefers to stay out of the limelight!

Essential criteria

• Experience leading a national community or regional fundraising team
• Extensive experience in writing and delivering fundraising strategies
• Ability to get to grips with a large, complex team quickly and efficiently in order to immediately make positive impact
• Exceptional leader with the ability to manage vast teams and large budgets

Package: Circa £55,000 per annum (dependent on candidate experience) plus 10% employer pension contribution, health care cash plan and a range of other sector-leading benefits

About Us

Help Musicians is a charity that loves music and for 100 years has been working hard to make a meaningful difference to the lives of musicians across the UK. We want to create a world where musicians thrive. 

A musicians’ life can be precarious with ups and downs throughout a career. Opportunities must be hard-won, whilst challenges come along all too easily, with unsteady income and physical and mental health concerns common issues to navigate. Musicians were hit hard during the pandemic, with thousands needing financial hardship support to make ends meet. As we look ahead, we are committed to helping re-build careers and reaching more musicians across the U.K to make a meaningful difference to the lives and careers of the individuals who bring such joy to all of us through their talent.

About the role

As an independent charity we rely on the generosity of donors to support our work and help those in need. The Head of Fundraising therefore is a vital member of the leadership team, developing strategy and plans to grow income and effectively steward supporters. You will have overall responsibility for public fundraising, leading, and inspiring a small but dedicated team focusing on individual giving, community fundraising, legacies and major gifts. With experience of bringing new ideas to life and delivering change, you will have experience of hitting and exceeding income targets across multiple strands of income. This role will offer the right candidate the opportunity to think creatively about how to widen our donor base, increasing engagement in the charity’s work from music lovers right across the U.K.

About you

We’re not looking for someone with experience in every aspect of the remit of this role; instead, you’ll possess an aptitude for setting public fundraising strategy and leading in the development of a multi-year plan to achieve goals. Applying your exceptional leadership skills to deliver through a high performing team and working collaboratively with others across the organisation to set campaigns, drive digital growth and demonstrate the positive impact the charity delivers to those who support us.

Who we want:

• Visionary – setting a path for the future and bringing teams with you
• A strategic do-er – plan it, deliver it, analyse it
• Empathetic – understanding the motives of supporters to deepen engagement and identify new markets

For full details of the role and how to apply please click apply and visit our website.

Deadline for applications: Monday 30th May, 9am

Interview dates: Thursday 9th and Friday 10th June
 

Are you the person to lead our exciting new fundraising plans, to enable people with learning disabilities and mental health conditions to live the life they choose?

Would you like a people focused role where you have a direct impact on how we fundraise as an organisation?

We are looking to recruit a new Head of Fundraising within United Response and this could be the new role you have been searching for.

About the role:

United Response is a leading charity supporting people with learning disabilities & mental health conditions. Renowned for our person centred approach we are committed to broadening our income sources in order that we can extend the reach of our exciting and innovative services.

You will be part of United Response’s wider Senior Leadership and will lead the full delivery of our Fundraising strategy in support of our new Long Term plan.

As a charitable organisation we are always looking for new and innovative ways to develop our fundraising propositions, to deliver impactful and sustainable services.

The Head of Fundraising is a new role, and will lead the team in building viable and exciting fundraising propositions and support the securing of income from a range of funding streams. You will work with our Fundraising Advisory Committee to develop our fundraising capabilities and capacity in line with our Long Term Plan

About you:

We are looking for someone with ambition and courage to step out of their comfort zone and use their creative imagination to lead our Fundraising team.

You will:

• Have experience within fundraising, ideally within Health and Social care
• Have experience of major donor, corporate, individual and legacy giving
• Be experienced in developing & delivering fundraising plans
• Have knowledge of current fundraising legislation including charitable/private provider market
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have great attention to detail
• Be motivated and enthusiastic
• Be computer literate

WR Fundraising Recruitment is delighted to be working with an inspirational national children’s literacy charity. This is a fantastic opportunity to join and lead their small yet dynamic fundraising team.

This is a rapidly growing charity with ambitious plans that is looking for an experienced fundraising professional to join as their Head of Fundraising. Someone capable of taking the lead on their various income streams, building on new and existing funder relationships and motivating the team to generate the funds needed to continue the important work that they do.

Head of Fundraising

Hybrid Working (3 days a week in office)

Full Time – Permanent

Bedfordshire

Salary - £43,000 - £48,000 per Annum

Duties will include:

• Working with the CEO to develop a fundraising strategy in line with the organisation’s objectives
• Being responsible for preparing income and expenditure budgets for the Fundraising department
• Researching and developing new sources of funding
• Managing key relationships with existing donors and grow these to become a sustainable long term income stream
• Being responsible for the growth and development of all income streams
• Managing and motivating the fundraising team

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of leading a team within the fundraising sector

• Experience of working within fundraising across multiple channels
• Experience of working to and achieving ambitious targets
• Experience of fundraising strategy development
• Excellent written skills with an ability to write compelling and informative bids and reports
• Strong interpersonal, networking and relationship building skills

To apply and for further information, please email a copy of your CV in the first instance.

WR Fundraising Recruitment are passionate about bringing together talented fundraising professionals with fantastic organisations. We’d love to hear from you if you are looking for a new fundraising opportunity.

Westway Trust is seeking an experienced Head of Fundraising with a solid charity sector background to work closely with the Trust’s Board, Executive & Management teams and external partners to secure income for the Trust that can be used for the benefit of the communities in the North Kensington area.

You will be responsible for the development and effective delivery of Westway Trust’s Business Development and Fundraising position in the market and plan to increase and diversify our income, including our income from Trusts and Foundations, Commissioners and Donors.  You will also develop new fundraising campaigns and develop strong relationships with funders and commissioners and will ensure that impact, measurement and evaluation processes are embedded in all aspects of fundraising work.

You will be an energetic and enthusiastic individual who is committed to supporting and enhancing the lives of people in North Kensington.

To view the full job description and apply for the role visit Westway Trust website.

The application deadline is Sunday 29 May when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview.  However, we reserve the right to close the application early.  An early application is strongly recommended.

This life-changing Welsh charity imagines a world without homelessness - could you help to make it a reality as their new Head of Fundraising?

The mission is to end youth homelessness and homelessness for women in Wales. It's a big ambition and to some people it might seem impossible, but if we all work together, homelessness genuinely doesn't have to exist.

Salary: £41,576

Benefits: Excellent including up to 10% pension, up to 40 days holiday and enhanced maternity
Location: Either mostly remote or hybrid from Cardiff, with regular team meetings to be held in person
Flexible, life and family friendly, open to discussing working patterns

About the role:
This is an exciting and varied leadership role with opportunity for personal growth and development too.

Nuts and bolts: You'll be responsible for developing and delivering income growth, as well as the expenditure budget for each income stream; Corporate, Events, Individual Giving, Community and a developing Major Donor programme. It's all about sustainable income growth and nurturing long-term relationships through leadership of a fundraising team who are passionate, fresh and eager to learn.

Added extras: You'll have the opportunity to work closely with the Director on strategy, have access to the Board and be given the freedom and autonomy to make decisions.

About the person:
* You're an experienced income generation professional with significant management experience who motivates, encourages and empowers - always leading from the front.

* You're full of passion and enthusiasm, and used to smashing targets.

* You've got brilliant attention to detail, communicate clearly and understand what makes people tick.

* With excellent organisational skills, you can manage multiple priorities simultaneously and work well on your own initiative.

If you've got previous fundraising experience, that would be a huge bonus and help you get off to a flying start. However, it's certainly not essential - this role could also work really well for a business development, sales or account manager looking for their first charity role.

Working alongside passionate and supportive colleagues in a rewarding environment, you'll be making a huge contribution to creating a Wales without homelessness, every single day.

Please get in touch with Amelia Lee at Charity People by sending a copy of your CV or profile for lots more information.

Deadline: We'll be meeting candidates on a rolling basis, having already been out to advert and following an unsuccessful round of recruitment. Please do apply ASAP if you are interested, but to keep the process as fair and inclusive as possible, if there are any time issues preventing you applying quickly get in touch with Amelia Lee and she'll do her best to make sure you don't miss out.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Kidney Care UK is the leading kidney patient support charity in the UK. We provide practical, financial, and emotional support for kidney patients and their families, and campaign to improve kidney care services across the UK.

We are recruiting for a Head of Fundraising at a time of exciting growth and opportunity for the charity. Our priority is to reach and support more of the 3 million people living with chronic kidney disease. To do this, we need to increase fundraised income to £4m per year by 2025. You will need to be able to work creatively and proactively to drive forward income generation to enable Kidney Care UK to sustain its critical patient support work, now and into the future.

The successful applicant will report to the Director of Fundraising, Marketing & Communications and will have the following skills and experience:

• At least five years’ senior philanthropic experience of securing £1m+ of gifts per annum
• A track record of successfully managing teams of more than five across all fundraising disciplines
• Leading annual planning processes to produce effective strategies and campaigns to achieve income targets across a range of revenue streams
• Significant experience of producing and managing cost-effective budgets
• Experience of driving change and translating strategy into practice
• Understanding of tax and legal issues affecting fundraising and of the current fundraising environment and its implications
• Experience of working for a charity or a health-related organisation

We are seeking a self-motivated individual with excellent people management and interpersonal skills. You will have a proactive, committed, and creative approach with a passion for fundraising and a genuine care for improving patient outcomes. This role would suit senior fundraisers who have experience of both managing high performing teams and developing their own philanthropic relationships. Experience of healthcare is desirable rather than essential.

If you have the qualities we are looking for and would like to play a central role for Kidney Care UK, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: 27th May 2022.  Applications will be considered on receipt, and we may close the application window earlier. The role reports directly to the Director of Fundraising, Marketing & Communications.

Purpose of the Role

This is an opportunity for the right person to join the Refugee Migrant Centre (RMC) as its first Head of Fundraising. RMC is an established, award winning, regional charity, renowned for its work with refugees and migrants. You will shape its future fundraising strategy and make a positive impact on the lives of refugees and migrants.

For over 23 years, RMC has assisted thousands of refugees and migrants from 162 countries. It has helped to remove the barriers to integration, helping its clients become equal citizens, using a whole-person approach to the delivery of services from specialist legal advice through to education and employment programmes. 

The Head of Fundraising will join RMC at Senior Management level and will work closely with the CEO, Deputy CEO, Head of Services and other key managers. This is an exciting time to be joining the team, as RMC are strengthening and expanding its infrastructure following a period of growth in staff, activities and turnover (from £776k to £2.8 million in the last 5 years). 

We are keen to hear from candidates currently working in senior fundraising roles for third-sector organisations, who would relish the opportunity to lead RMC’s fundraising to assist the plight of refugees and migrants. 

Main Responsibilities

You will lead fundraising at RMC, taking an established fundraising capacity and developing it further, to deliver the charity’s ambitious future strategy.

In particular you will:

• develop a sustainable fundraising strategy to underpin RMC’s strategic plans and deliver its goals working with the Senior Management Team. The strategy should aim to accelerate income growth in a sustainable manner, exploiting both a wide range of existing fundraising sources and new income opportunities.

• increase fundraising across the mix of income streams, including trusts and foundations, private donors, corporate funders and statutory agencies. For this purpose, you will take the lead in writing and submitting high quality applications to a range of funders, and you will oversee fundraising events and appeals, including individual giving and legacy opportunities. You will need to ensure compliance with best practice in fundraising including use of data and confidentiality

• create cohesive fundraising marketing and communications to support RMC’s wider Marketing & Communications strategy developing compelling communications targeted at different audiences. 

• ensure effective measurement & evaluation, working with the Senior Management Team so that RMC’s impact measures are robust and can be effectively reported to funders.

• contribute to RMC’s overall strategic direction as an active member of the Senior Management Team and ensure that RMC’s fundraising efforts remain consistent with the charity’s strategic goals

Person Specification

You will be educated to at least degree level, have at least five years experience and a successful track record of delivering substantial results at a senior management level. You should be able to demonstrate skills and competency in the following areas: 

Strategic thinking and analytical skills to:

• develop big-picture strategy, place strategy in the wider context and identify its opportunities and threats; and • quickly and proficiently absorb new information and data to draw insightful conclusions. 

Strong planning and operational delivery to:

• translate strategy into deliverable operational plans;

• drive measurement & evaluation of core and programme activities;

• initiate new ideas but also adapt to existing processes and systems; and

• be well-organised, able to prioritise and have good attention to detail. 

Sound financial acumen to:

• understand basic financial principles, accounting and budgeting; and

• be able to build, track, forecast and report against fundraising budgets. 

Good communications skills to:

• represent RMC at high-level meetings with a broad range of stakeholders and funders;

• articulate complex ideas simply and effectively; and

• have excellent oral, written and presentational skills. 

Collaborative team player who:

• works effectively with colleagues to establish positive working relationships;

• is flexible and can adjust to changing priorities; and

• has a strong work ethic, is calm under pressure and has a can-do attitude 

Flexible working & benefits

Flexible working:

RMC is committed to providing a positive and flexible working environment for its staff. The role of Head of Fundraising is a full-time, permanent contract with a six-month probationary period and a mix of home and office working. A four-day week or compressed week may also be considered.

You would be required to work from one of RMC’s centres located in Wolverhampton or Birmingham at least one day a week. You would also need to attend meetings in person with colleagues and funders as required.

Staff benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays – annual leave increase with length of service

• 5% contribution to pension scheme

• Employee assistance programme/ physical and mental health wellness support

• Training and opportunities for advancement

Application Process

To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills and experience match the main responsibilities and person specification to Pam Gill, Deputy CEO  Candidates are welcome to have an informal conversation with us before applying. If you wish to do so, please e-mail

We will review applications on a rolling basis and contact you if you are shortlisted for interview, so please apply as soon as possible.

Further Information

Equal opportunities:

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Other requirements of the role:

The successful applicant needs to have the right to work in the UK.

The post is subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check). 

The Booth Centre is looking for its next Head of Fundraising….could it be you?

A Manchester-based community centre run collaboratively with people affected by homelessness, the Booth Centre provides a warm welcome, an opportunity to belong, to gain a purpose and rebuild your life. Recognised nationally as a beacon of best practice, it's an inclusive space where people who use the Centre are centrally involved in the planning, evaluation, and delivery of the service. The Booth Centre leads the sector in co-production, from the commissioning of services to deciding on the activities calendar for the year ahead.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the on-going evolution of this values-led organisation, leading the fundraising that enables ground-breaking ideas to be driven forward, influencing positive change in the lives of those affected by homelessness.

About the role:

Leading a small, passionate fundraising team, you'll work in partnership with the CEO and Fundraising Committee to develop and expand the existing fundraising programme across a range of income streams, including corporates, major giving, trusts and grants, community and individual giving.

You'll refresh the existing portfolio and invigorate with fresh ideas and perspective, to ensure the charity is at the forefront of post-pandemic fundraising and ahead of the curve when it comes to innovation.

About the person:

• You're an experienced fundraising professional who is naturally curious and always in learning mode, which means your fundraising portfolio is diverse, fresh and vibrant.
  
  
• Your track-record is underpinned by a range of fundraising experience across multiple income streams, with a particular specialism in major relationships (corporate, major gifts and/or trusts).
  
  
• You're brave and bold in approach, constantly horizon scanning for new ideas and ways of working, and you lead by example so that your team are encouraged and empowered to do the same.
  
  
• You are a brilliant, sensitive and engaging communicator who operates with strong emotional intelligence at all times, whether that's public speaking at an event, working closely with supporters, or engaging internally with colleagues and people visiting the centre.

Flexible life and family-friendly with fantastic benefits including 10% pension contribution. Based primarily in Manchester at the Booth Centre with potential for a hybrid working model.

Personal experience of homelessness would of course be an advantage, as would the ability to speak a European Language in addition to English. As Black, Asian and minority ethnic people are currently underrepresented in the workforce, we particularly welcome applications from you if that's your background, as the Booth Centre strives to be more representative of people who attend the Centre and the wider Manchester community.

If you could help make a difference to the lives of people dealing with homelessness in Manchester, please send a copy of your CV to Amelia Lee for lots more detail.

Deadline: 9am on Friday 27^th May

Interview date: w/c 6^th June

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), sex, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Role: Head of Fundraising

Location: Merseyside

Salary: £35-40k

If you're a either current or aspiring fundraising leader looking to make a tangible and significant impact, then you need to take a look at the life-changing outcomes delivered by Stick 'n' Step for children living with cerebral palsy. Could you be their next Head of Fundraising?

Through ground-breaking, personalised therapy that isn't available on the NHS, Stick 'n' Step is currently improving day-to-day life for over 100 families in the North West by helping children gain their independence, boost their self-confidence and reach their individual potential. With your help nurturing the fundraising team, they could do more.

About the role:

Stick 'n' Step is looking for a dynamic Head of Fundraising to lead and grow a small team of three fundraisers, taking day-to-day responsibility for the fundraising strategy. Reporting directly into and working closely alongside the CEO, you'll work across income streams with real potential to grow sustainable income by fostering a culture of confidence; encouraging the team to identify, nurture and embed long-term relationships - both new and existing.

About the person:

Ideally, you'll have knowledge and experience of leading community and corporate income streams, as these have been identified as potential growth spots for the charity. You'll also have oversight of trusts and individual giving, so this could be a phenomenal step-up opportunity for the right candidate into their first Head of role. Of course, we'd also love to speak to seasoned professionals interested in making a big impact for a local cause. All welcome to apply!

Most importantly, you're a caring, compassionate and inspiring leader who knows how to get the best from a team with diverse skills and needs. You're able to identify and maximise opportunities, working both strategically and operationally, and can demonstrate income growth in previous roles.

Flexible, life and family-friendly employer. With a centre in Wallasey and one in Runcorn, you will be based where the amazing work happens so you can really feel the impact your contribution is having. There is also the opportunity to work flexibly and from home. A friendly, happy place to be where people really enjoy coming to work.

To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please send a copy of your CV directly to Stick 'n' Step's CEO, Amy Couture, or send your CV through to Charity People and we will pass it on.

Closing date: Sunday 5th June 9am

Interview: TBC

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Head of Fundraising

This is an opportunity for the right person to join the charity as its first Head of Fundraising. The organisation is an established, award winning, regional charity, renowned for its work with refugees and migrants. You will shape its future fundraising strategy and make a positive impact on the lives of refugees and migrants.

For over 23 years, the charity has assisted thousands of refugees and migrants from 162 countries. It has helped to remove the barriers to integration, helping its clients become equal citizens, using a whole-person approach to the delivery of services from specialist legal advice through to education and employment programmes.

Job Title: Head of Fundraising

Location: Birmingham & the Black Country (hybrid working)

Reporting To: CEO / Deputy CEO

Salary: £43,000 - £49,000 (depending on experience & track record) +

contributory pension scheme

Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week). Hybrid working with flexible hours. A 4 day or compressed week may be considered.

Contract: Permanent with 6 months’ probation

Annual Leave: 25 days + statutory bank holidays

Purpose of the Role

The Head of Fundraising will join at Senior Management level and will work closely with the CEO, Deputy CEO, Head of Services, and other key managers. This is an exciting time to be joining the team, as the Charity are strengthening and expanding its infrastructure following a period of growth in staff, activities, and turnover (from £776k to £2.8 million in the last 5 years).

We are keen to hear from candidates currently working in senior fundraising roles for third sector

organisations, who would relish the opportunity to lead the charity’s fundraising to assist the plight of refugees and migrants.

Main Responsibilities

You will lead fundraising for the charity, taking an established fundraising capacity and developing it further, to deliver the charity’s ambitious future strategy.

In particular you will:

• Develop a sustainable fundraising strategy to underpin the organisations strategic plans and deliver its goals working with the Senior Management Team. The strategy should aim to accelerate income growth in a sustainable manner, exploiting both a wide range of existing fundraising sources and new income opportunities.
• Increase fundraising across the mix of income streams, including trusts and foundations, private

donors, corporate funders, and statutory agencies. For this purpose, you will take the lead in writing and submitting high quality applications to a range of funders, and you will oversee fundraising events and appeals, including individual giving and legacy opportunities. You will need to ensure compliance with best practice in fundraising including use of data and confidentiality.

• Create cohesive fundraising marketing and communications to support the charity’s wider Marketing & Communications strategy developing compelling communications targeted at different audiences.

• Ensure effective measurement & evaluation, working with the Senior Management Team so that the charity’s impact measures are robust and can be effectively reported to funders.

• Contribute to the overall strategic direction as an active member of the Senior Management Team and ensure that the fundraising efforts remain consistent with the charity’s strategic goals.

Person Specification

You will be educated to at least degree level, have at least five years’ experience and a successful track record of delivering substantial results at a senior management level. You should be able to demonstrate skills and competency in the following areas:

Strategic thinking and analytical skills to:

• develop big-picture strategy, place strategy in the wider context and identify its opportunities and threats; and quickly and proficiently absorb new information and data to draw insightful conclusions.

Strong planning and operational delivery to:

• translate strategy into deliverable operational plans.
• drive measurement & evaluation of core and programme activities.
• initiate new ideas but also adapt to existing processes and systems; and be well-organised, able to prioritise and have good attention to detail.

Sound financial acumen to:

• understand basic financial principles, accounting, and budgeting; and be able to build, track, forecast and report against fundraising budgets.

Good communications skills to:

• represent the charity at high-level meetings with a broad range of stakeholders and funders.
• articulate complex ideas simply and effectively; and have excellent oral, written and presentational skills.

Collaborative team player who:

• works effectively with colleagues to establish positive working relationships.
• is flexible and can adjust to changing priorities; and has a strong work ethic, is calm under pressure and has a can-do attitude

Flexible working & benefits:

The charity is committed to providing a positive and flexible working environment for its staff. The role of Head of Fundraising is a full-time, permanent contract with a six-month probationary period and a mix of home and office working. A four-day week or compressed week may also be considered.

You would be required to work from one of the centres located in Wolverhampton or Birmingham at least one day a week.

You would also need to attend meetings in person with colleagues and funders as required.

Staff benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays – annual leave increase with length of service
• 5% contribution to pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme/ physical and mental health wellness support
• Training and opportunities for advancement

Application Process

To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills and experience match the main responsibilities and person specification.

The charity will review applications on a rolling basis and contact you if you are shortlisted for interview, so

please apply as soon as possible.

Further Information

Equal opportunities: We are an equal opportunity employer, which means they will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. They recruit and develop their people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and they are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Other requirements of the role:

The successful applicant needs to have the right to work in the UK.

The post is subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check).

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About WLM
WLM has been working in the community in London since 1887. We currently work in Lambeth, Southwark, Westminster and Islington with a focus on PTS Coaching, Hubs & Residential Services, Counselling Services and Criminal Justice Services.

WLM is a values led organisation. Our people are the heart of what we do. We have recently embarked on developing an asset-based approach in partnership with Mayday Trust building on our work embedding recovery and psychologically informed approaches.

About the Role
The Head of Fundraising role is crucial in leading the growth of income for this year and the future. The role is responsible for overseeing a comprehensive fundraising strategy and leading the fundraising team.

About You
You will be a results-oriented leader with the experience, skills and drive to take WLM to the next level in its fundraising and marketing. You will be appreciative of the heritage of WLM and can see how our roots in the Church create opportunities for us today.  We need a confident ambassador for our work – comfortable talking with corporates, high net-worth individuals and speaking publicly about our work. 

Please note the advertised salary is subject to a benchmarking exercise - but the final salary will not be lower.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please review the job pack and complete our application form via our website.
• Closing date for applications is midnight 16th June 2022.
• Interviews and assessments dates TBC.
• All appointments will be made on WLM’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.