Main Purpose of Role:
· Devise and implement a mixed programme of community fundraising activities, to generate a sustainable source of unrestricted income to meet agreed targets.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Launch, implement and run innovative income generating projects to maximise donations to SWA, to look after relationships with existing donors and build on relationships created to ensure fundraising potential is optimised.
- Set up and manage a volunteer community fundraising team
- Organise and manage community fundraising activities (including digital) and events to maximise all fundraising opportunities and work to raise the profile of the SWA.
- Keep abreast of developments in the third sector relating to fundraising and have an awareness of the local competition for donations.
General Responsibilities:
Responsible for the Health, Safety and welfare of yourself and your colleagues, ensuring the duties and responsibilities are clearly understood and that legislative requirements are adhered to.
- Respect the confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of duties, perform and refrain from disclosing such information without written consent from management, except where disclosure is required by order of a Court of law.
- Maintain professional competence by complying, at all times, with the training and competence procedures set down by the Organisation. Generally, keep abreast of developments affecting your duties and responsibilities.
- Be aware of the Organisation’s Equal Opportunities Policy regarding both employees and service users to assist in eliminating all areas of inequality and discrimination.
- Become familiar with the aims, ethics and aspirations of the Organisation and to sustain and promote them. Participate enthusiastically in the growth and prosperity of the Organisation.
- Undertake any other business development/funding duties, as directed that can reasonably be accommodated within the salary range for the job and your expertise.
Job Description and Review
The job description reflects the present requirements of the post. The description will be reviewed in consultation of the job holder as and when the duties and responsibilities change. Such review will normally also take place at the Annual Appraisal Meeting.
Desirable
- Charity fundraising qualification
- Membership of Institute of Fundraising or other relevant professional body.
- Ability to speak Welsh
Essential
Experience
- Minimum of two years’ experience in community fundraising with a proven track record of achieving funding target
- Experience in planning, organising and delivering fundraising campaigns, events and activities
- Developing and evaluating new opportunities for partnerships and community fundraising
- Raising funds via social media activities/digital marketing
- Experience of managing or working with volunteers to support fundraising activities
Knowledge
- Charity community fundraising
- Donations
- Proven knowledge of online fundraising tools, digital marketing and social media
- Regulatory knowledge to include Gift Aid, general data protection regulations and fundraising best practices.
Skills/Personal Qualities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience with Customer Relationship Management software systems.
- Numerate and attentive to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records
- Good networking skills
- A proactive self -starter who is able to work on their own initiative, managing and prioritising their work to meet agreed deadlines and targets
- An excellent communicator, with persuasive, engaging and creative writing skills
- Understanding of, and enthusiasm for, SWA’s work, mission and values
- A passion to raise funds for SWA
Other
- Full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle
- Able to lift and transport equipment
- Willingness to travel locally and to work occasional evenings and weekends
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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About the role
We’re looking for an experienced and strategic Individual Giving & Legacy Manager to lead and grow our Individual Giving, Legacy and In Memory fundraising programmes.
This is a pivotal role where you’ll drive sustainable income growth through innovative, data-led, multi-channel fundraising. You’ll shape supporter journeys, deepen engagement, and maximise long-term donor value across a range of channels including digital, direct mail, telemarketing, lotteries, face-to-face and press.
You’ll also line manage and support a team member, while working collaboratively with colleagues across fundraising, communications and service delivery to deliver compelling, supporter-focused campaigns.
What you’ll be doing
Strategic leadership
- Develop and deliver strategies to grow Individual Giving, Legacy and In Memory income
- Lead integrated, multi-channel campaign planning and delivery
- Drive innovation, testing and continuous improvement across supporter journeys
- Stay informed on sector and digital trends to keep our fundraising fresh and effective
Campaign delivery
- Oversee end-to-end campaign management across acquisition and retention
- Approve campaign briefs, messaging, segmentation and supporter journeys
- Ensure campaigns are insight-led, delivered on time and within budget
- Support the creation of high-quality content and storytelling
Product development & innovation
- Develop and optimise Individual Giving and Legacy products
- Identify and launch new fundraising propositions and digital initiatives
- Enhance journeys for key audiences including regular givers, legacy prospects and in-memory supporters
Data, insight & performance
- Champion a data-driven approach to fundraising
- Work closely with data teams on segmentation, targeting and personalisation
- Monitor KPIs, ROI, retention and lifetime value
- Use insight to inform strategy and support income forecasting
Leadership & collaboration
- Line manage and develop the Individual Giving & Legacy Officer
- Build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners
- Engage stakeholders including leadership, trustees and service teams
- Work with agencies and suppliers to deliver campaigns
Compliance & governance
- Ensure compliance with GDPR and fundraising regulations
- Maintain high standards in supporter care and ethical fundraising
- Manage budgets, monitor performance and take corrective action where needed
About you
We’re looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
Essential
- Experience in Individual Giving, Legacy or Direct Marketing fundraising
- Proven track record of delivering successful multi-channel campaigns
- Strong understanding of supporter journeys, acquisition and retention
- Experience managing budgets and delivering against income targets
- Skilled in data analysis, performance tracking and forecasting
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience managing and developing staff
- Highly organised, detail-oriented and confident working with data (including Excel)
Desirable
- Fundraising or marketing qualification
- Event management experience
- Experience using fundraising CRM systems
- Experience of working within a social care or disability charity would be advantageous, but isn’t essential.
Why join us?
At Hft, we’re a values-led organisation where people genuinely look out for one another. Our teams are collaborative, supportive and focused on making a real difference.
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape and improve how we deliver fundraising, while contributing to meaningful outcomes for the people we support.
- Home-based with flexibility and regular team connection
- Occasional travel to Bristol
- A collaborative, values-driven culture
- The opportunity to shape and improve our fundraising approach
- A role where you can make a tangible difference in a purpose-led organisation
Selection process
We review applications on an ongoing basis. If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to a pre-screening interview with a member of the hiring team.
Successful candidates will then take part in a final stage, including a competency-based interview and the opportunity to meet the team.
Apply now or get in touch to find out more — we’d love to hear from you.
We are committed to recruiting people from diverse backgrounds and believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce helps us better support the people we work with to live their best lives. If there is anything we can do to support you to do your best during the application and selection process, please contact our recruitment team.
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