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For more than 50 years, Durham Wildlife Trust has protected and restored nature from the Tees to the Tyne with the backing of its members, supporters and partners. Our Strategy 2030 aims to secure the resources needed to deliver lasting impact for nature recovery and growing both unrestricted and restricted income is central to achieving that aim.

The Development Manager will lead the Trust’s income generation team to maintain and grow support for Durham Wildlife Trust, supporting colleagues to deliver target levels of unrestricted and restricted income. The role will develop opportunities across seven areas: membership; appeals and donations; business partnerships; high-value supporters and philanthropic giving; Gifts in Wills and Gifts in Memory; charitable trusts, foundations and grant makers; and in-kind support.

Purpose of post

Lead the income generation team to maintain and grow support for Durham Wildlife Trust. To achieve this, you will develop opportunities in these areas:

• Membership
• Appeals and donations
• Business partnerships
• High-value supporters and philanthropic giving
• Gifts in Wills and Gifts in Memory
• Charitable trusts, foundations and grant makers
• In-kind support

About the role

• Full-time
• Fixed term: initial 1 year period (maternity cover), any continuation will be subject to funding.
• Place of work: Rainton Meadows, Houghton-le-Spring, DH4 6PU/Hybrid
• Salary: £36,761 per annum
• Closing date: Tuesday 1 December 2026

Applicants should read the full Job Pack and apply using the application form on the Trust's website.