Fundraising Manager

Liverpool, Merseyside (On-site)
£32,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

Are you a strategic and results-driven fundraiser with a passion for creating long-term impact? Do you have experience securing grants and sponsorships, delivering high-profile events, and building strong corporate partnerships? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

The Florrie is seeking a Fundraising Manager to lead on all income generation activity across the organisation. This pivotal role will focus on securing funding from trusts, foundations, and statutory sources; delivering major fundraising events like gala dinners and donor receptions; and developing meaningful partnerships - particularly with Liverpool-based businesses - to support our charitable programmes and growth.

As one of Liverpool’s most iconic community spaces, The Florrie has been at the heart of South Liverpool for over 130 years. Housed in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, we are a vibrant social, cultural, educational, and charitable hub. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a legacy of community impact by helping ensure the long-term sustainability of our mission.

You’ll work closely with the CEO and senior team to shape and deliver a bold, effective fundraising strategy. We’re looking for a confident, creative professional with a strong track record in income generation and relationship-building—someone who brings fresh ideas, strong networks, and a proactive mindset to support The Florrie’s future.

For more information on this role please find the full job pack attached.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Fundraising Management

  • Work with senior staff to develop and deliver The Florrie’s fundraising strategy, aligned with organisational priorities.

  • Set and monitor income targets across grants, sponsorships, and events, reporting regularly to leadership and the board.

  • Collaborate with the Finance Team to track income, manage funding pipelines, and address shortfalls.

  • Ensure fundraising activity complies with legal, ethical, and data protection standards.

  • Research, write, and submit compelling funding bids, building strong evidence-based cases for support.

Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship

  • Identify and engage potential corporate partners, especially Liverpool-based businesses.

  • Create tailored sponsorship packages that reflect The Florrie’s mission and community impact.

  • Cultivate long-term relationships with corporate supporters and represent The Florrie at external events and forums.

Fundraising Events

  • Lead the planning and delivery of major fundraising events (e.g. gala dinners, donor receptions).

  • Manage logistics, budgets, and promotion in collaboration with the Events Coordinator.

  • Align events with organisational goals and evaluate outcomes for continuous improvement.

Communications & Advocacy

  • Produce fundraising proposals, supporter updates, and promotional content.

  • Raise The Florrie’s public profile through PR, digital media, and stakeholder engagement.

  • Act as a passionate advocate for The Florrie’s values, vision, and community mission.

Essential Requirements

Person Specification

  • Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building and networking skills.

  • Passion for community impact, aligned with The Florrie’s mission.

  • Experience managing high-profile events and corporate partnerships.

  • Proactive, creative thinker with a solutions-focused mindset.

  • Comfortable working with senior staff and contributing to strategic planning.

  • Strong multitasker who thrives in a busy, deadline-driven environment.

  • Excellent writing skills, particularly for grant applications.

  • Strong organisational, planning, and time management abilities.

Experience & Qualifications

  • Proven success in setting and achieving income targets, with a track record of generating over £100,000 per annum.

  • Demonstrated experience in planning and delivering major fundraising events.

  • Experience building and managing corporate sponsorships and partnerships.

  • Familiarity with fundraising regulations, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices.

  • A relevant qualification in fundraising, communications, or nonprofit management (desirable).

  • This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check and references.

Benefits

The Florrie is a much-loved community hub with a proud history. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a passionate, down-to-earth team that values collaboration, creativity, and community. 

In return, we offer:

  • Pension scheme

  • Discount in our on-site cafe

  • On-site parking

  • Development and training

  • Access to free wellbeing activities such as yoga, keep fit, walking group, gardening

If you’re ready to take on a meaningful role where your skills will make a difference, apply today!

Application resources
Posted by
The Florence Institute View profile Organisation type Registered Charity
Posted on: Friday, 2 May 2025
Closing date: 23 May 2025 at 23:00
Job ref: FlorrieFundraising
Tags: Fundraising, Policy, Business Development, Internal communication, Community Fundraising, Corporate Fundraising, Events / Activities, Individual Giving, Major Donor, Regional Fundraising, Digital Fundraising, Grants