Funding Lead

You will be responsible for working across the charity to identify new funding opportunities, preparing high-quality applications, and maintaining relationships with key funders. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and highly organized individual with experience in fundraising and grant writing.  Making A Difference To Maidstone is a hyper local Christian Charity working on behalf of those in crisis in Maidstone Kent.

Responsibilities:

·         Research and identify potential trusts and foundations to approach for funding.

·         Work with the Management team to identify projects and proposals.

·         Write compelling funding applications and reports to secure financial support for the charity’s projects and initiatives.

·         Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key funders, keeping them informed of progress and the impact of their donations.

·         Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with corporate funders, keeping them informed of progress and the impact of their donations.

·         Manage a portfolio of existing trusts and foundations, ensuring timely reporting and stewardship.

·         Track and manage fundraising data, ensuring accurate records of all communications and activities.

·         Prepare regular fundraising reports.

Required Skills and Experience:

·         Proven experience in fundraising, with a strong focus on trusts and foundations.

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write persuasive proposals and reports.

·         Strong research skills and the ability to identify new funding opportunities.

·         Experience in managing donor relationships.

·         Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

·         Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

·         Proficient in all Microsoft and Google software applications

Desired Skills and Experience:

·         Knowledge of Beacon Customer Relations Management system desired

·         Certificate in Fundraising either from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or equivalent desired

·         A good Marketing and/or Fundraising background is desired

·         A commitment to making a positive impact.

.         Marketing experience desirable

Role specifics:

·         Office based role

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