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Peterborough (Hybrid)
£50,736 - £56,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description
About the role
Guided by Nene Park Trust's Business Plan and Fundraising Strategy, the Head of Fundraising will lead and develop a comprehensive fundraising programme across all income streams. You will need to be highly competent at applying to Trusts and Foundations, including Lottery funders - our most lucrative channel for charitable income, whilst also able to drive the growth of our corporate and individual fundraising programmes which are at an exciting stage of development.
As the senior member of the Fundraising Team, you will oversee and lead innovative fundraising campaigns, appeals and events, and build and steward lasting relationships with donors, partners and supporters at local and national levels.
You will lead and manage the Fundraising Team, setting clear objectives, supporting professional development and driving high performance aligned to the Trust's values and culture. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, you will ensure fundraising activity is well-coordinated, compliant and mpactful, helping to secure the income needed to realise the Trust's considerable ambitions.
Key areas of work:
Fundraising Strategy and Planning
- Lead the delivery of the Trust's Fundraising Strategy, devising and managing an annual work programme that covers a wide range of fundraising opportunities, maintains diverse and sustainable income streams, and builds the organisation's voluntary income capacity to meet its strategic aims and objectives.
- Initiate, manage and coordinate major project-based fundraising campaigns, events and other activities in support of the Trust's Business Plan.
- Monitor best practice among close competitors and the wider charity sector to ensure the Trust's approach to fundraising is coherent and delivering the required impact.
- Ensure that all fundraising activity is responsible, delivery-focused and compliant with relevant charity and statutory legislation, fundraising regulations and recognised codes of practice.
Trusts, Foundations and Statutory Funding
- Lead the development and submission of grant applications to charitable trusts, foundations and statutory/public bodies to support standalone projects, capital purchases and core cost recovery.
- Help develop cases for support, business cases and budgets for projects and activities, and support project leads to monitor and control work programmes and expenditure.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to funders and other stakeholders in line with grant conditions.
- Identify funding information sources and carry out in-depth research on funding opportunities.
Corporate Fundraising and Partnerships
- Build relationships through networking with local and national organisations to attract sponsorship, corporate donations and other partnership opportunities.
- Lead the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of corporate supporters and donors in collaboration with the Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees.
- Develop strong cases for support to present a compelling proposition to corporate partners and sponsors.
Individual and Community Fundraising
- Oversee and support the team to raise money from individuals, including community fundraising, regular giving, in memoriam giving and membership.
- Plan and coordinate the stewardship of individual supporters and develop the donor journey, including the provision of NPT membership.
- Manage a schedule of regular appeals and campaigns to supporters through a variety of communication channels.
- Utilise fundraising and marketing tools, such as online donation platforms, crowdfunding and mailshots, to encourage donations and other forms of giving.
- Develop and implement fundraising events and supporter engagement activities within the Park and elsewhere.
- Subject to strategic priorities, develop the potential for major donor and legacy fundraising.
Supporter Relations and Data
- With support from colleagues, maintain and develop the Trust's CRM system to underpin effective individual and corporate supporter management.
- Ensure the fundraising function remains compliant with all relevant data protection laws and fundraising regulations at all times.
- Manage and oversee fundraising budgets responsibly and in line with the Trust's financial policies and procedures.
- Contribute to reporting on the Trust's fundraising performance, providing regular and accurate updates to the Chief Executive and Trustees.
Team Leadership and Management
- Provide clear, values-based leadership to the Fundraising Team, creating an environment where people can bring their best to the Trust.
- Effectively manage and support staff through regular meetings, setting and reviewing work programmes and objectives, annual performance reviews, and identifying training and professional development needs.
- Build strong working relationships with colleagues across the organisation to engage their support for fundraising initiatives.
Knowledge, skills and expierence
- Degree level qualification or equivalent experience, with evidence of recent and ongoing professional development relevant to fundraising
- Extensive experience of fundraising across multiple income streams, including writing successful applications to charitable trusts, foundations, Lottery and statutory funders
- Demonstrable experience of building and implementing individual giving and corporate fundraising programmes
- Track record of securing corporate partnerships, sponsorship and grants
- Experience of creating and implementing a successful fundraising strategy that has significantly increased revenues
- Experience of leading and line managing a fundraising team, motivating individuals to achieve their potential
- Experience of compiling and overseeing budgets for projects, taking into consideration funders' requirements
- Familiarity with CRM software, databases and MS Office
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to write compelling, persuasive funding applications and cases for support
- Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to present confidently to donors, funders and partners
- Strong financial acumen, with the ability to work within agreed budgets and maximise return on investment
- Ability to collate and analyse data to produce informative reports for funders and internal stakeholders
- Strategic thinker with creativity and an entrepreneurial attitude towards fundraising
- Self-motivated, proactive and resilient, particularly when faced with setbacks
- A collaborative team player who inspires and supports colleagues
- Calm under pressure with the ability to deliver high-quality work to deadlines
- An appreciation of parks and countryside and the outcomes they deliver for environment, health, education and social cohesion
- Ability to attend events and other activities outside of normal working hours
Why Nene Park Trust?
As Gold accredited Investors in People, we recognise the high level of service we deliver is dependent upon our excellent staff team. That's why we're pleased to offer an extensive rewards package to recognise employees' commitment to the Trust. You can find out more about the benefits of working with us on our website.
More information and how to apply
Please visit the Nene Park Trust website to view the full recruitment pack and apply for this role. Completed application forms should be submitted by 12:00 noon on Monday 3rd August.
Organisation
Posted on: 03 July 2026
Closing date: 02 August 2026 at 23:30
Tags: Fundraising, Partnerships, Community Fundraising, Corporate Fundraising, Direct / Supporters, Major Donor, Trusts / Foundations, Grants
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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London, Greater London (Hybrid)
Chelmsford, Essex
£45,000 - £47,000 per year
Full-time or part-time (30-35)
Permanent
Job description
Salary: £45,000–£47,000 FTE (depending on experience)
Hours: 30–35 hours per week
Location: Hybrid/home-based. Ideally within easy reach of Chelmsford and London. Regular travel to meet colleagues, funders and visit programmes across England.
Reporting to: CEO
Be part of a mission that's transforming children's futures through food, farming and the countryside
For more than 45 years, The Country Trust has been connecting children from the UK's most disadvantaged communities with the land that sustains us all. Through inspiring farm visits, food education and countryside experiences, we've already reached more than 600,000 children, and we're just getting started.
We're entering an exciting new chapter as we develop our next organisational strategy, and we're looking for an experienced fundraising leader to help shape our future.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious and strategic fundraiser to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the next phase of our income growth, enabling even more children to benefit from our life-changing programmes.
About the role
As Head of Fundraising, you'll provide strategic leadership across all fundraising activity while remaining hands-on in securing major income and developing key relationships.
You'll lead a dedicated fundraising team, drive innovation, strengthen fundraising systems and processes, and develop a sustainable fundraising strategy that diversifies income across:
- Trusts and foundations
- Corporate partnerships
- Major donors
- Individual giving
- Legacies
- Gaming and Streaming for Good
- Emerging fundraising opportunities
Working closely with the CEO, Senior Leadership Team, Digital and IT colleagues, you'll help embed new fundraising systems, champion data-driven decision making and ensure fundraising excellence across the organisation.
About you
We're looking for an inspiring fundraising leader who combines strategic thinking with practical delivery.
You'll bring:
- Significant senior-level fundraising leadership experience
- A proven track record of securing substantial income across multiple fundraising streams
- Experience developing and delivering fundraising strategies that drive sustainable growth
- Strong leadership skills with experience developing high-performing teams
- Excellent relationship-building, communication and influencing skills
- Financial and commercial awareness, including budgeting and forecasting
- Knowledge of fundraising regulation, GDPR and fundraising best practice
- A passion for improving opportunities for disadvantaged children
Experience developing new income streams, digital fundraising and CRM systems would be particularly valuable.
Why join us?
At The Country Trust, you'll be joining an ambitious charity where collaboration, learning and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.
We offer:
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (FTE)
- Workplace pension
- Homeworking allowance
- Mileage and agreed travel expenses
- A supportive, values-led culture
- The opportunity to shape our future strategy and make a lasting difference to children's lives
We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Key dates
Closing date: 12pm, 3 August
Shortlisting: 6 August
Interviews: Week commencing 24 August
The Country Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Organisation
The Country Trust
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Registered Charity
21 - 50
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We are a small, dynamic national education charity dedicated to bringing alive the working countryside for children least able to access it.
Refreshed on: 02 July 2026
Closing date: 03 August 2026 at 12:00
Tags: Fundraising, Education, Food / Nutrition, Strategy, Corporate Fundraising, Individual Giving, Legacy, Trusts / Foundations, Grants, Governance / Management
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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London, Greater London (Hybrid)
Bradford, West Yorkshire
£25,000 - £30,000 p.a. equivalent (D.O.E)
Full-time or part-time
Permanent or contract
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
We are looking for a confident, motivated, and relationship-focused Fundraiser to help raise vital funds for our humanitarian
projects around the world.
As a key ambassador for the charity, you will build strong relationships with donors, supporters, businesses, and communities, inspiring them to support our mission. Using a range of fundraising tools, campaigns, events, partnerships, and digital platforms, you will maximise income to support life-changing humanitarian programmes.
This role also offers opportunities to travel and deploy to the field, giving you firsthand insight into the impact of the projects your fundraising helps make possible.
Key Responsibilities:
- Raise funds to support the charity’s humanitarian projects.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, corporate partners, and supporters.
- Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities across multiple channels.
- Represent the charity professionally at events, meetings, and community engagements.
- Use all available fundraising tools and platforms to maximise income and supporter engagement.
- Deliver fundraising activities that meet or exceed agreed targets.
- Share the impact of our humanitarian work with supporters and stakeholders.
- Willing and able to travel internationally at short notice.
About You
- Confident and engaging, with excellent communication skills.
- A natural relationship-builder who can inspire and influence others.
- Passionate about humanitarian work and helping communities in need.
- Results-driven, proactive, and self-motivated.
- Comfortable acting as an ambassador for the charity.
- Willing to travel and undertake field deployments when required.
- Fundraising experience.
- Right to work in the U.K.
Join us and help secure the resources needed to deliver humanitarian aid and create lasting change for vulnerable communities worldwide.
Organisation
Posted on: 01 July 2026
Closing date: 31 July 2026 at 14:52
Job ref: Fundraiser
Tags: Fundraising, International Development, Marketing, Business Development, Humanitarian Aid, Corporate Fundraising
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Remote
£16,000 - £18,000 per year (FTE £26,667 - £30,000)
Part-time (22.5 hours per week (flexible on days/times))
Contract (12 months)
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
MUST LIVE WITHIN COMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE WIRRAL
A 12-month fixed-term contract - with the aim of extending the period depending on the income generated
Hours: 22.5 Hours Per Week (Part-time) – days/times of work are flexible
Salary: £16,000 - £18,000 per annum (FTE £26,667–£30,000 per annum)
Holiday: 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays per annum for full-time equivalent, rising to 25 days leave with service. For a 3-day week, this equates to 120 hours, plus Bank Holidays.
Work location: home based with travel across the Wirral Peninsula
Expenses: 45p per mile from home base and other related travel expenses
About Dementia Together Wirral
We are a local, independent charity based on the Wirral, supporting people living with dementia, their carers, and former carers by providing community-based activities and day trips. We help people stay active, enjoy friendship and creativity, reduce isolation, and feel included, valued and respected.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic Fundraiser to help us grow our income so that we can reach more people and provide more activities, events and support on the Wirral
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, developing local support, and turning ideas into practical fundraising activity. The main focus of the role will be local community fundraising, with some involvement in trusts, foundations and grant applications where appropriate.
About the role
As our Fundraiser, you will help us develop and deliver a practical fundraising plan to support the charity’s continued growth. You will build relationships with local businesses, community groups, volunteers, supporters and potential donors, and identify opportunities to raise funds for our services.
You will also help us strengthen our fundraising systems, improve supporter communications, and make sure that donors and funders understand the difference their support makes.
The post is initially offered for three days a week for 12 months, with the aim of extending it further, depending on the income generated or if additional funding can be secured.
Key responsibilities
As our fundraiser, you will:
· Develop and deliver a realistic fundraising plan, with a strong focus on local business and community fundraising.
· Build relationships with community organisations, local businesses, faith groups, schools, clubs and individual supporters.
· Identify and pursue opportunities for sponsorship, donations, fundraising events and charity partnerships.
· Support and encourage volunteers, trustees and staff to take part in fundraising activities.
· Help organise and promote community fundraising events and campaigns.
· Research suitable grant-making trusts, foundations and local funding opportunities.
· Prepare clear, persuasive funding applications where appropriate.
· Maintain accurate fundraising records and help ensure good donor stewardship.
· Work with colleagues to gather stories, outcomes and information that show the impact of the charity’s work.
· Ensure all fundraising activity is legal, ethical and in line with the charity’s values and relevant fundraising standards.
Person specification
You will bring:
· Experience in fundraising, community engagement, events, grant applications, relationship management, and working towards targets.
· Confidence in approaching and building relationships with local businesses and community supporters.
· Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to speak engagingly in public and to write clearly and persuasively, and use social media effectively.
· Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage several pieces of work simultaneously.
· A practical, hands-on approach suited to a small charity.
· An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, dementia and the needs of people living with dementia, their carers and former carers.
· A commitment to inclusive, respectful, and person-centred support.
· A good working knowledge of UK Funding Standards.
· You should also be:
o willing to work occasional evenings and weekends
o a driver with a vehicle available for business use
Why join us?
This is a chance to make a real and visible difference to a small but growing charity with strong local roots. The funds you raise will help us provide more social activities, events and opportunities for people affected by dementia.
You will be joining at an important stage in our development, with the opportunity to shape our fundraising strategy and help build a more sustainable future for the charity.
Closing date: Friday 31st July
Interview dates: Week commencing 3rd August
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Organisation
Posted on: 01 July 2026
Closing date: 31 July 2026 at 10:54
Tags: Fundraising, Engagement / Outreach, Community Fundraising, Corporate Fundraising
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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