3 Trust fundraiser jobs

Working closely with our Chief Executive Officer, you will research suitable funding opportunities, write persuasive applications and maintain an effective funding pipeline. You will also coordinate grant reporting, gather evidence and outcomes, and keep accurate records of opportunities, deadlines and results.

About the role

To secure income from trusts, foundations, statutory funders and other grant-making bodies by researching opportunities, developing high-quality applications, maintaining a robust funding pipeline and supporting grant reporting, helping InterAct achieve its strategic objectives and expand opportunities for young people/young adults that InterAct supports.

What you’ll do

• Research trusts, foundations, statutory funders and other grant-making bodies.

• Develop clear, compelling applications aligned with InterAct’s priorities.

• Manage multiple opportunities, deadlines and reporting requirements.

• Work with colleagues to gather strong evidence, data and supporting information.

• Maintain an accurate funding calendar and keep the CEO informed of progress.

• Ensure fundraising activity meets relevant legal, regulatory and best-practice requirements.

About you

You will have demonstrable experience of identifying suitable funding opportunities and securing grants from trusts, foundations, statutory bodies or other grant-making organisations. You will be an excellent and persuasive writer with strong attention to detail, sound organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities independently. You will also be confident collaborating with colleagues and committed to InterAct’s mission and values.

Experience in the charity, voluntary, SEND, disability or youth sectors would be an advantage, as would knowledge of project budgeting, capital fundraising, funder reporting or fundraising databases.

What we offer

• Salary of £35,000–£37,000 per annum, pro rata, depending on experience.

• 14 hours per week, worked flexibly, with potential to increase as the funding pipeline develops.

• Hybrid/remote working, with occasional office attendance agreed in advance.

• 25 days’ annual leave pro rata, plus bank holidays, with additional leave linked to length of service.

• Pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people with SEND and their families.