Head of Development & Partnerships

Head of Development & Partnerships

Salary £55k per annum pro-rata (0.6 FTE)

React

React is a small, well regarded, charity that was established in 1989.  It provides Rapid Effective Assistance to Children with Potentially Terminal illness.

React works to give children comfort, dignity and where possible, greater independence. 

We supply essential equipment that is not available through the NHS or local authority, from specialist wheelchairs, beds, baths and mobility aids to essential everyday homecare items like pushchairs and domestic appliances.

We also provide our families with holidays and the opportunity to create special memories at our mobile homes situated across the UK. 

Since the pandemic we have moved to a fully remote / home based working model.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate, creative and innovative fundraising professional with a history of successful income generation and fundraising development.

Join us at an exciting time in our history and be part of our future as we build on our strong foundations to grow our income further, enabling us to provide greater impact.

You will be responsible for:

• ·         Leading income generation for the charity.
• ·         Creating, implementing and delivering our fundraising strategy.
• ·         Develop new and nurture existing relationships with funders including individuals, trusts and corporates.
• ·         Managing our existing fundraising activities across the charity.
• ·         Identifying new income streams and relationships.
• ·         Bringing a culture of innovation and new ideas

You will report directly to the Director who is responsible to the Trustees for the overall running of the charity. 

Salary & Hours

This part-time 3 day per week is a flexible post that can be designed to suit within normal working hours. Competitive Salary £55,000 pro rata

Location  

Although home based, the Head of Development & Partnerships will be expected to meet from time to time with major fundraisers and donors, which may occur in person or online.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria  

• ·         A successful track record of income generation for charities across: Charitable Trusts, Companies, Individual Giving, Major Donors.
• ·         A proven history of maintaining relationships with Trusts & Foundations, corporate partners & donors.
• ·         The ability to train, manage and motivate a team.
• ·         Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• ·         The creativity to develop and grow fundraising activities.
• ·         Working collaboratively and flexibly across the charity.

Desirable Criteria

• ·         A good understanding of marketing, PR and communications.
• ·         Digital and online fundraising strategies and campaigns.

Personal Attributes

• ·         Passion and belief in the ability of small charities to make a difference.
• ·         A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• ·         Authoritative, professional and inspirational.
• ·         Warmth, enthusiasm and dedication.