Head of Fundraising

We are looking for a Head of Fundraisng for an incredible social welfare charity, to support and develop a team to maximize income through developing relationships with trusts and foundations, companies, high net worth individuals, communities and individual supporters.

This role can be Homeworking within easy reach of London for meetings with funders or Hybrid working in the London office. 
 
The Charity:
Highly respected social welfare charity who work across England and Wales to develop a range of innovative services providing practical and emotional support.

You would be joining an inclusive, welcoming organisation with a diverse workforce of passionate individuals offering fantastic benefits, including flexible working arrangements, 30 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holidays per year and an employee assistance programme as well as much more! 

The Role:
Lead and provide strategic direction supporting and guiding a team of 5.

Develop emerging sources of funding, with a target of growing major donor and other core income streams and maximising stewardship to retain and grow corporate and trust income. 

Lead on key fundraising campaigns, taking a cross department and cross team approach to maximise income 

Work with the Director of Communications and Engagement, DCEO and CEO to develop and deliver a range of mutually rewarding partnerships. 

The Candidate:
A demonstrable track record of raising significant funds from companies, trusts and foundations.  

Experience of one or more other types of fundraising activity (this might include individual giving, major donors,  legacies,  community fundraising and events) 

Experience of successfully recruiting and managing staff 

Capability to manage and support staff who are motivated by their faith, and to work sensitively and effectively with faith communities and leaders.  

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.