About Us
Kensington & Chelsea Foodbank is a vital part of our community, providing emergency food and support to people in crisis. As part of the Trussell network of foodbanks we are committed not just to meeting immediate needs, but also to tackling the root causes of poverty and hunger.
Job Purpose
The Development Manager will play a pivotal role in strengthening and sustaining the Foodbank's impact. You will lead fundraising efforts, cultivate key partnerships, oversee communications, and help support long-term organisational sustainability.
You will have a proven track record of growing income and building relationships with funders to achieve and exceed annual income targets and KPI’s. And you will have the capacity to create and craft compelling communications that successfully engage and attract donations.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Income Generation
●Develop and implement a fundraising strategy (grants, trusts, individual giving, corporate partnerships, community fundraising).
●Research, write, and manage funding applications and grant reporting.
●Build and maintain relationships with funders, donors, and partners to secure and grow income streams, ensuring they receive excellent stewardship, timely reporting and doing all you can to maximise potential for further funding.
●Work collaboratively with other Trussell food banks, participate in the Trussell network of fundraisers, proactively take advantage of any skills development opportunities and engage with any joint fundraising opportunities.
●Work with the treasurer to identify fundraising priorities, develop fundraising budgets and make informed projections regarding future income.
●Generate content to promote the work of the food bank and encourage donations through social media, regular newsletters and contact with corporate Volunteers.
Partnership Development
●Identify and nurture partnerships with local businesses, charities, schools, faith groups, and community organisations.
●Develop corporate volunteering at the foodbank, alongside the Volunteering Manager, and develop income from corporate partners.
●Represent the Foodbank at local events and meetings to build visibility and strategic relationships.
Communications & Engagement
●Manage and widen the Foodbank’s public profile through social media, newsletters, campaigns, and the website.
●Develop engaging content that tells the story of the Foodbank’s impact and encourages support.
●Coordinate media relations where necessary.
●Act as brand guardian, ensuring all communications are consistent with the Kensington & Chelsea Foodbank’s values, tone, and visual identity, and in line with Trussell’s new brand.
Strategic Planning & Organisational Development
●Be part of the leadership team, along with the board of trustees, that delivers the Foodbank’s strategic goals.
●Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), helping to evaluate programme impact and effectiveness.
●Contribute to long-term sustainability and capacity-building plans.
●Perform other tasks as requested by trustees.
Person Specification
Essential
●Proven experience in fundraising or income development (preferably in the charity or non-profit sector).
●Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to inspire and persuade a range of audiences.
●Ability to work independently, proactively and collaboratively in a small, dedicated team.
●Passion for tackling food poverty, inequality, and social justice.
Desirable
●Experience in community engagement or partnership-building.
●Knowledge of the local context in Kensington & Chelsea or similar urban environments.
Benefits
●Flexible working arrangements (including hybrid work).
●25 days annual leave (plus public holidays).
●Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a high-need community.
●Supportive, inclusive team culture.
Contract Type: Part-time (4 days per week – 0.8 FTE)
Salary: £30,000 FTE (pro rata for 0.8 = £24,000 per annum)
Location: Hybrid; Tues – Thurs in the NYJO office
Reports to: Marketing & Communications Manager and Head of Fundraising, with collaboration across the team
Application Deadline: 25th July 2025
Start Date: Mid August 2025
Job Purpose:
This is a dynamic and developmental role designed for a candidate with at least 1 years' experience in fundraising or marketing within an arts or charitable organisation. The role is split evenly across fundraising and marketing and communications and will contribute directly to NYJO’s growth and sustainability by supporting our external affairs through income generation, audience engagement, and public profile.
We are looking for a confident, creative and self-motivated individual who can manage their workload independently, communicate effectively with donors and audiences, and is excited to grow their skills in both fundraising and communications within a fast-moving, ambitious organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising (2 days per week)
Trusts, Foundations and Statutory Funding
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Conduct research and develop profiles on prospective trusts and statutory funders
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Draft briefing notes and maintain an up-to-date prospect pipeline
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Support grant administration: acknowledgements, processing, and internal logging
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Assist with preparation of Arts Council England reporting
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Draft small trust applications (up to £10k) with guidance from Head of Fundraising
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Help gather content, data and evidence to support medium/large bid development
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Lead the collation and drafting of funder reports
Individual Giving & Membership
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Administer NYJO’s membership scheme (renewals, fulfilment, member queries)
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Draft and distribute the Members’ newsletter, both digital and physical
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Organise cultivation events, manage RSVPs, support logistics and attend events
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Maintain donor records on our CRM Beacon in line with GDPR policies
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Support campaign delivery for fundraising initiatives (e.g. NYJO 60th, Big Give)
Development Support
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Coordinate fundraising proposals including content collation, layout and visuals
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Support the creation of fundraising collateral including impact case studies
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Contribute to donor communications and stewardship activity
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Assist with other tasks as required by the Head of Fundraising
Marketing & Communications (2 days per week)
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Support the creation, scheduling and distribution of engaging digital content (social media, e-newsletters, blog posts)
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Update and maintain website content related to news, projects, and events, and support with broader website updates and coordination with developers/designers
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Create compelling visual and written content aligned with NYJO’s brand identity
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Support the creation, scheduling and distribution of engaging digital content (social media, e-newsletters, blog posts)
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Update and maintain website content related to news, projects, and events
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Create compelling visual and written content aligned with NYJO’s brand identity
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Help coordinate campaign delivery across channels for performances, education work, and fundraising
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Assist with audience segmentation and analysis to refine communication strategies
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Contribute to PR and media liaison efforts
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Support planning and delivery of marketing campaigns for tours, digital events and initiatives
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Contribute to internal reporting on audience engagement and digital analytics
Additional Responsibilities:
In addition to the core fundraising and marketing duties, this role will take on several cross-functional and practical responsibilities that support NYJO’s operations and visibility:
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Provide light office management support, including liaising with suppliers, managing equipment (e.g., printers, scanners), and maintaining internal digital systems
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Carry out other ad hoc tasks as required in support of NYJO’s small, collaborative team environment
Person Specification:
Essential
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Minimum 1 year experience in a fundraising and marketing role within an arts or charity setting
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong organisational and administrative skills, able to manage competing priorities
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Confident working independently and proactively
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Experience with content creation for social media and email platforms
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Comfortable using CRM systems and digital tools (e.g. Beacon, Mailchimp, Canva, CMS)
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Strong attention to detail, especially in writing and data entry
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Enthusiastic about music, youth arts and social impact
Desirable
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Experience writing or supporting funding applications
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Understanding of GDPR and data protection
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Familiarity with arts sector fundraising or communications (e.g. ACE reporting, donor events)
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Graphic design or video editing skills
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Experience using analytics tools (Google Analytics, social platform insights)
Working at NYJO:
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4-day working week (0.8 FTE)
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Hybrid working environment with some flexibility
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Occasional evening/weekend event support with Time Off In Lieu (TOIL)
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Opportunities for professional development and training
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Creative and collaborative working culture
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit:
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A CV (no more than 2 pages)
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A cover letter explaining your interest and how your experience matches the role
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.