This fundraising opportunity covers the whole of Scotland and is fundamental in developing, supporting and championing new and existing trusts and foundations to increase income generation in the region.

As the Trusts Officer for Scotland you will work with the Fundraising team within Scotland as well as the volunteer branch network to identify and apply for trusts and grants to support our charitable work.  Although home-based, you will have the opportunity of visiting branches meeting our committed and passionate volunteers whilst gaining valuable knowledge and insights into the ongoing work and projects of the charity.

There will be an occasional need to travel across the UK and to work evenings and weekends at key events.

About the team

Our small and dedicated team, based in Scotland, includes a Corporate and Events Officer and a Community and Challenge Events Officer who are managed by our Fundraising Development Manager.  As well as working with your team members, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with over 20 Branches and 5 Service committees to implement fundraising initiatives.

Through regular team meetings and a variety of communication mediums you will be provided with ongoing support, training and mentoring. We are a remote team and ensure that we stay well connected to all colleagues with a combined passion that fuels our determination and success.

About you

We are looking for an exceptional candidate, who thrives on challenge. A determined, highly motivated individual, with a track record of success in trust fundraising. A natural communicator with proven success in working with and developing volunteers to support this growth. A confident networker, able to represent the charity to external stakeholders, build relationships and reputation, communicate effectively across the region whilst working from home.

About SSAFA

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing practical, emotional, and financial support to our Forces and their families since 1885. Last year our teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 79,000 people in need, from Second World War veterans to those who have served in more recent conflicts or are still currently serving, and their families.

SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person – any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.

Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA

SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.

Are you a bright and enthusiastic fundraising professional with a passion for dogs?

We are looking to recruit a permanent Trusts and Foundations Officer to help raise funds for our affiliate charity – Dogs Trust Worldwide.

The successful candidate will apply their enthusiasm and creativity and make an enormous difference to dogs in need globally, using their first-class skills to prepare 5, 6 and 7-figure multi-year, inspiring applications.

Dogs Trust Worldwide is an affiliate charity to Dogs Trust, which aims to improve the welfare of dogs around the world and protect them from maltreatment, cruelty and suffering. Our parent charity, Dogs Trust, is the largest dog-welfare organisation in the UK. Dogs Trust rehabilitates and rehomes over 15,000 stray and abandoned dogs in an average a year through our network of rehoming centres. Its mission is to bring about the day when all dogs can enjoy a happy life, free from the threat of unnecessary destruction.

After a highly successful couple of years, the team has expanded, with the recent addition of two Team Manager roles, each leading their own team – one UK-based and the other Worldwide. Two Trusts and Foundations Officers (Worldwide) will join this enlarged team, working alongside existing Officers (UK) and reporting into the relatively new Trusts and Foundations Team Manager (Worldwide). 

To succeed in this role, you will have a demonstrable track record of securing grants from charitable trusts/foundations, well-developed written and verbal communication skills and, above all, be a strong, positive team player committed to the aims and values of Dogs Trust.

You will have exceptional attention to detail and a strong aptitude for writing creative narrative that will ensure our applications stand out when being assessed. Ideally to be considered for a role focused on fundraising for Dogs Trust Worldwide you will have a successful track-record of trust fundraising for international projects or a strong interest in doing so.

We have a comprehensive benefits package, which includes excellent annual leave and pension contributions. You will join a team of highly professional and passionate colleagues in the fundraising team - and you’ll learn from and get to meet dedicated experts in the field of canine care, research and welfare. Added to this, the whole charity has a brilliant upbeat and collaborative culture promoted by a highly supportive management team.

Perhaps best of all, being a Trusts and Foundations Officer at Dogs Trust means working in an environment where staff can apply to bring their own dog to work, after a year of continuous service, so there are always plenty of friendly four-legged friends keeping us company in the office!

This post will be based in Dogs Trust London office two days a week and remotely three days a week (this may change at a later stage).

To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter explaining your interest in and suitability for the role by clicking the APPLY button.

Please note that we will be holding interviews with suitable candidates as we receive their applications and, therefore, reserve the right to close this advert early.  Please don't delay in submitting your CV!

Job Title: Trusts and Foundations Manager 

Hours: 35 per week 

Salary: £37,903 (London office based) £34,354 (home based) per annum 

Type of Employment: Permanent 

Dept and Location: Relationship Fundraising/  London or Home based 

Line Manager: Head of Trusts and Foundations 

Direct Reports: None 

Working alongside two other Managers and an Assistant this role will develop and manage a portfolio of trusts and foundations that have the potential to give 5 and 6 figure grants and fund our work across the UK. 

The role will involve researching and writing compelling and creative applications for a range of projects, such as our support services in units based in hospitals across the UK, and you will develop and implement effective stewardship plans to build strong and long-term high value relationships. 

You will have:

• A proven track record of raising significant funds (gifts in excess of £50k) from Trusts, Statutory and Grant making organisations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the power to persuade, motivate and inspire whilst also delivering clear, concise messages.
• Experience of developing compelling cases for support and writing applications and grant reports.
• Experience of successfully prospecting, cultivating and stewarding high level relationships in a systematic way.
• Be IT literate and confident with budgets and spreadsheets.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking the ‘apply ’button below. Don't forget to complete a supporting statement to accompany your CV which sets out how you meet the requirements of the role.

Applications to be received by:     Sunday 06th February 

First Interviews:                             10th - 17th February 2022

Second Interviews:                        W/C 20th February 2022

We are committed to working towards ensuring Teenage Cancer Trust is a diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. 

At Teenage Cancer Trust we're committed to delivering a service to teenagers and young adults with cancer that is embedded in safeguarding and safe working practice guidance.  In line with our safeguarding approach this role is subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service). 

For information on how we collect, store and process personal data please refer to our privacy policy

We need someone to help consolidate our achievements and contribute to the long-term sustainability and success of the charity.  Our new Fundraising Manager will bring a wealth of fundraising experience gained through working with trusts, corporates and major donors and be a key part of our strategy for growth going forward.

In addition to a generous 36 days annual leave, we offer a commitment to continuous professional growth and development through the provision of an annual training budget that is offered to all staff. 

About The Healthcare Workers’ Foundation

The Healthcare Workers’ Foundation was set up in March 2020 by a group of NHS staff in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We exist to support the welfare and wellbeing of those fighting to keep us healthy and safe during the COVID-19 crisis and beyond. 

The charity currently consists of five staff and is a 100% remote and flexible working organisation. In 18 months we have raised £1.3m in funds and over £3m including gifts-in-kind.

 We currently offer the following services to healthcare workers: 

·Bereaved healthcare worker family support and scholarships

·Professional counselling

·Retail discount collation and aggregation 

·Hospital staff room refurbishments 

·Childcare grants 

·Gifts/food, logistics and delivery 

You’ll be joining an ambitious team passionate about helping young people, hungry for individual success but supporting each other as well. The Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager will be an experienced and successful specialist fundraiser, ready to step up and sustain our most important income stream. The following qualities sum up what we are looking for:

• A track record of securing six figure grants from a range of institutional funders, trusts, foundations and statutory sources

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, especially around composing compelling funding proposals

• Excellent project management skills with the experience to take major funding applications from the concept stage to a successful grant award

• The ability to work independently and to develop strong working relationships with London Youth delivery teams and programme Heads

• Stewardship skills – reporting, managing funder visits and facilitating follow up grants

ABOUT THE ROLE 

As Senior Development Manager (Trusts & Foundations) you will play a crucial role at music charity World Heart Beat, driving forward our fundraising by building on a strong base of trusts, foundations and statutory support. In your role you will lead on trusts and foundations revenue funding applications and stewardship, as well as playing a part in World Heart Beat’s wider fundraising.

This is a critical yet exciting time for us as we make the move into our new digital education and concert venue in Nine Elms; looking to capitalise on the new funding relationships created through our successful capital campaign and COVID response programmes; and launch new professional development programmes extending our reach nationally.

You will be supported in the post by our Director of Philanthropy, Partnerships & Commercial, alongside the wider executive and delivery teams and a highly engaged Board of Trustees and Youth Board.

If you are an accomplished bid writer looking to take on your first senior level position, or are a more senior candidate who may be returning to work after a pause in your career, or are looking to balance a role with wider parenting and caring responsibilities, or would simply like a change of organisation, we would love to hear from you!

The post-holder will have considerable experience of related fundraising activity and will report in to the Director of Philanthropy, Partnerships and Commercial.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• As lead grant bid writer, including for large multi-year requests, to shape considered and compelling approaches and accompanying budgets in liaison with our Community & Events Producer, Artistic Director, Finance Manager and wider team – creating bids which bring to life World Heart Beat’s work and are aligned to funders’ priorities and interests
• To conduct regular trusts and foundation research to support pipeline development
• Help build and maintain strong and trusting supporter relationships through cultivating and stewarding grant and public funding, including through engagement opportunities with our work, invitations to relevant events and liaison regarding grant delivery
• In collaboration with colleagues, to monitor progress and delivery against confirmed grants and produce timely reports and updates
• Support and oversee recording of evaluation metrics agreed with funders and collecting evidence of impact
• Maintain thorough records of all fundraising work to include updating our database (Donorfy), logging bids submissions and expected outcomes, keeping a reporting schedule
• Involvement with the submissions, reports and drawdowns required as an ACE NPO funded organisation
• Play a role in the wider fundraising work of the organisation including stewardship of donors, patrons and corporates and hosting events
• Identify and engage with future philanthropic trends and to maintain a strong overview of the current trust and public funding landscape

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Skills and Experience

• Track record of securing 5-figure grants and multi-year commitments from a range of trust and public sources and delivering against set fundraising targets
• Some experience of supporting other areas of fundraising
• Experience in contributing to organisations’ overall fundraising and/or trust funding strategies and targets
• Ability to influence, inspire, and persuade people in written form and to tailor approaches to funders’ different priorities and interests
• Experience of working with colleagues from across teams to iterate fundable projects, define project budgets and gather evidence of impact
• Experience of funder research, stewardship and reporting and familiarity with fundraising database(s)
• Commitment and flexibility to carry out varied responsibilities within a small team
• A passion for music and/or arts with a social purpose, commitment to opening up access and ensuring diversity across the sector

ABOUT WORLD HEART BEAT MUSIC ACADEMY

Founded over a decade ago, World Heart Beat Music Academy (WHB) provides excellence in music education and performance. World Heart Beat is fast becoming one of the most prominent music charities in the country for providing grassroots, non-selective, richly diverse, music education programmes for children from a vast array of backgrounds. We are proud that in 2018, we were awarded National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) status by Arts Council England.

World Heart Beat Music Academy provides music tuition and personal development opportunities after school, in the evenings, on weekends and school holidays. 350 children and young people between the ages of 5 and 25 years, who are based in Wandsworth and the surrounding London boroughs, come to us every week (many of them more than once). Wandsworth is one of inner London’s largest boroughs and it suffers from extreme social polarisation. We remove barriers by providing bursaries and free instruments and work closely with partners to engage those most in need.

Opening a vibrant new music education centre and venue

Selected by London Borough of Wandsworth and developers Eco-World Ballymore from a competitive field of 42 cultural organisations, World Heart Beat has been awarded a 750 m2 building in Embassy Gardens in the heart of Nine Elms, on London’s south bank (part of the largest regeneration area in Europe). The facilities will comprise 110-seat auditorium, state-of-the-art recording studios, 3 x teaching / rehearsal spaces and a community café and will enable us to provide a world-class music-led education and performance centre that promotes a global music programme, extends our reach to audiences and promotes social cohesion.

We plan to commence operation in May 2022, and will formally launch in September.

HOW TO APPLY

Please provide a copy of your current CV together with a covering letter and EO Monitoring form explaining why you are interested in the position and how your skills and experience aligns with the person specification. Please include the names of two referees, one of which must be your most recent employer. References won’t be taken up without your consent.

Application Deadline: Monday 21 February 2022 (midday)

Interviews: Tuesday 1 March 2022

Trusts and Grants Lead

Development

Central Services

£30,451 per annum pro rata

22.5 hours per week

Permanent

Leeds

Ref: INSOB682886

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our passionate and dynamic Development Team as a Trust and Grants Lead

The Trusts and Grants Lead will lead on the Inspire North group’s trusts and grants activity. You will help to develop and deliver upon our development ambitions,

diversifying income and achieving financial targets. Working closely with the Head of Development and colleagues across the organisation.

You will develop a strong prospect pipeline, steward our grant funders and deliver growth from this income stream. This includes managing our Development Champions scheme, set up to support our service teams to access small grants.

The role will also work closely with the Head of Development and Development Researcher to respond to national policy changes and help the organisation to deliver best practice and innovations in the sector by securing appropriate funding.

If you think that this role is right for you, then we'd love to hear from you.

You will be joining Inspire North, the parent company to regional charities Community Links and Foundation whose core values are: People, Integrity, Collaboration and Passion. 

This role is working for Inspire North, parent company to Community Links and Foundation. 

We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse and exciting region we serve.

Closing Date: 06-Feb-2022

Provisional Interview Date: 22-Feb-2022

We are seeking an experienced, confident Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager, 4 days a week, with the ability to quickly identify and action opportunities for funding across both SAUK and BSRF.  There is some flexibility for limited homeworking but the role is predominantly office based. This new role is a fantastic opportunity for someone with sound experience of researching funding bodies and producing compelling proposals to make a significant difference as both organisations recover from the effects of the pandemic and move into a period of growth.

Scoliosis Association UK  (SAUK) is the only UK wide patient support organisation for people with scoliosis. Our aim is to provide advice, support, and information to people affected by scoliosis and raise awareness of scoliosis among health professionals and the general public.

The British Scoliosis Research Foundation (BSRF) is the only charity that exists solely to promote research into the treatment of scoliosis in the UK.  SAUK and BSRF work closely together. Each year the BSRF funds a great deal of research into scoliosis and periodically holds an international symposium to spread the knowledge gained from research.

We are a small, friendly team and the Trusts and Foundations Manager will have the opportunity to make this newly created role their own. 

Further details are in the attached Job Description

Please apply via the link above, to the Charity Director, Lesley McGinty, with your CV and covering letter/ supporting statement detailing what you can bring to SAUK and BSRF and how your experience matches the Job Description and Person Specification.

Shortlisting and interviews will take place soon after the closing date.

The Trust Manager is a member of a dynamic and award-winning team of committed and passionate individuals working together to raise the profile of Challengers and maximise revenue funding in support of play and leisure opportunities for disabled children and young people.

The purpose of this role is to foster, facilitate and steward the growth in revenue funding for trusts, foundations and grant-giving bodies in support of Challengers. You'll be assisting the Head of Fundraising and Communications with the strategic direction of the department, working across the organisation to bid for significant funding projects and manage a small team of fundraisers that embody Challengers values of inclusivity, playfulness, trustworthiness, ambitious and accountable.

What we offer

• £28,000 to £33,000 per annum (dependant on experience)
• Permanent position
• Location: Guildford Office with travel to other sites
• Hours: Full Time (35 Hours per week, Monday to Friday)
• Flexible working environment with agile working policy in place
• 24 days annual leave, including 4 days for extended Christmas break
• Regular training opportunities, NEST Pension, Health Care Cash Plan available, parking and DBS, annual leave increases with service.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and Communications to drive the department forward through strategic planning, detailed analysis of the financial data, the processes, and deputising where appropriate.

2. Represent the fundraising team within the Senior Managers Group and liaise with teams across Challengers to ensure a joined up approach across the organisation.

3. Support the development of the fundraising team through training and excellent leadership, line managing fundraisers to ensure the delivery of targets and the ongoing development of team members.

4. Implement the strategic approach to researching and identifying funding opportunities, developing a multiyear strategy for engagement, application and stewardship, setting out an ambitious but achievable pipeline for trusts, foundations and grant giving bodies.

5. Maintain a good knowledge and understanding of the aims and objectives of trusts, foundations, grant funding bodies and major donors to help target approaches to these organisations promptly.

6. Deliver funding proposals and applications for existing and new projects including creating budgets, ensuring that Challengers brand is used effectively, represented correctly and presented in line with current policies and vision.

7. Ensure that the monitoring, preparation and submission of required evaluation forms and progress reports meet deadlines and adhere to the terms and conditions of the funding given.

8. Work with the Trust Fundraising Officer to obtain grants from Local Councillors allocations by applying for suitable projects in their local areas and monitoring, preparing and submitting evaluation and progress forms to satisfy funders’ requirements.

9. Manage existing funders relationships, as well as identifying, cultivating and securing funding relationships with new supporters.

10.Maintain clear records of all contacts, activities and funds raised on the Challengers database and produce reports as and when required by the Head of Fundraising and Communications.

11.Support in the whole team approach of Crowdfunding campaigns, utilising the knowledge of Challengers individual givers and supporter engagement.

12.Support the wider Fundraising Team with the delivery of fundraising events, including some direct work on the event day which may include ad-hoc evenings and weekends for which time off in lieu will be given.

13.Represent the charity to foster existing and cultivating new relationships through great stewardship by providing presentations, meetings, centre tours and other functions to promote the work of Challengers and advocating for The Challengers Approach which is based on the Social Model of Disability.

Personal Specification

Essential

1. A team player who embodies Challengers’ values – Inclusive, Playful, Trustworthy, Ambitious and Accountable

2. Experience in managing Trust income stream.

3. Results-orientated with evidence of achieving targets and delivery against ambitious funding plans, across diverse funding streams. Experience in establishing and cultivating strong donor relationships that have delivered substantially increased income, demonstrating evidence of bringing in five to six-figure gifts including multi-year funding opportunities.

4. Strong written and verbal communication skills: persuasive and influential; diplomatic; effectively builds rapport with individuals and groups; presents information accessibly and in a format appropriate to the audience.

5. Highly developed interpersonal skills: able to build and manage relationships and network effectively; promotes a collaborative team environment; resolves conflict and represents alternative points of view.

6. Able to use Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and Outlook amongst others, as well as experience of using a database.

7. An ability to relate to a range of people, including potential donors, disabled children and their parents and carers, the media, colleagues, a range of charitable trusts and the general public.

8. Analytical clear thinking and the ability to prioritise tasks, apply common sense and sound judgement.

9. An ability to work on their projects as well as work as a team member.

10.An understanding of the Social Model of Disability and a commitment to deliver programmes to this ethos.

Desirable

1. Experience in working with the senior leadership team on strategic direction.

2. Analytical understanding of funding plans, budgets and forecasts, an ability to review financial information and relate this to strategic decisions.

3. Full clean driving license with ability to use own vehicle for travel to meetings and events and therefore hold the necessary business use insurance.

4. Transferable fundraising experience.

5. Flexibility to work outside conventional office hours when required.

6. Experience or understanding of the issues facing disabled children and young people, their families and carers and of issues surrounding social exclusion.

Closing Date

We're passionate about recruiting the right person for this role, so there is currently no closing date for applications. We will review applications as they come in and stop advertising once we've found our perfect fit, so if that sounds like you we'd love to hear from you soon!

What we offer

• £28,000 to £33,000 per annum (dependant on experience)
• Permanent position
• Location: Guildford Office with travel to other sites
• Hours: Full Time (35 Hours per week, Monday to Friday)
• Flexible working environment with agile working policy in place
• 24 days annual leave, including 4 days for extended Christmas break
• Regular training opportunities, NEST Pension, Health Care Cash Plan available, parking and DBS, annual leave increases with service.

About the Roundhouse:
The Roundhouse is a hub of inspiration where artists and emerging talent create extraordinary work and where young people can grow creatively as individuals. We believe in the power of creativity to change lives. By giving young people the chance to engage with the arts through our music, media and performance projects, we inspire them to reach further, dream bigger, and achieve more.

About you:
We welcome applications from people who feel they can bring their own experiences and ideas to the table and empower those around them to do the same, and encourage those currently underrepresented across the music industry and all intersections of our diverse society to apply.

If you have strong research, organisational and writing skills, and some experience of fundraising or income generation then this is the role for you!

The Role:
We are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Coordinator to join the Development Team at the Roundhouse. This is a rewarding and challenging role within the team working with the Trusts and Statutory Manager to manage a portfolio of existing funders, and to seek new sources of support.

The role will play an important part in the achievement of the Roundhouse’s strategic goals, by generating income from trusts and foundations to meet an annual target, and managing a portfolio of existing funders.

For more information please download the full job description from our website and if you would like to apply, and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply via our website to complete your application by 10am, 11th February 2022.

Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 per annum
Please note: Interviews are likely to take place week commencing 21st of February.

All personal data submitted to the Roundhouse in the form of personal details forms is used for recruitment purposes and equal opportunities reporting only. By submitting a personal details form, you consent to the Roundhouse retaining your personal data for these purposes. Personal details forms contain your name, address and details relating to your gender, religion and nationality. All forms are anonymised before use. In accordance with GDPR all information submitted by unsuccessful applicants will be deleted within six months

St Benedict’s Hospice in Sunderland offers free care, advice and support for patients, and their families, who have a life-limiting illness. St Benedict’s Hospice has a long history and our experienced and professional, clinical and volunteer teams are committed to providing the highest level of care.  Our supporters and donors are vital to sure that local people who are living through the most worrying of times are looked after and supported in a caring and dignified way.

We are looking for a Trusts & Foundations Fundraising Manager with a proven track record in securing a wide range of donations from Trusts and Foundations or comparable organisations.  You will have experience of developing and managing a portfolio of prospects and existing donors, and will be well used to writing compelling and tailored proposals for funders.  You will also be skilled in building and developing relationships with grant givers, ensuring outstanding supporter care and stewardship at all times.

We are a small team who work hard, have fun and most of all want to make a difference to the lives of the people we support at St Benedict’s Hospice.  If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 9.00am, Monday 31st January 2022

Interview Date: Monday 7th or Tuesday 8th February 2022

Hours: Part time (18-22.5 hours per week)

Base: St Benedict’s Hospice, Sunderland

Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays pro rata, options for flexible working, Pension Scheme

This is a unique opportunity to join a new limited-life UK/Canadian granting organisation that funds in the areas of Early Childhood Education, the Environment and Seniors. As the sole UK-based employee, the Manager will be responsible for coordinating and managing most aspects of grantmaking in the UK. Beyond grantmaking, you will be responsible for managing our UK administrative functions. You will work in close partnership with Canadian-based colleagues to implement the Foundation’s strategy and report to the Director, Granting at the Canadian office. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the philanthropic landscape in the UK and experience working with a wide array of community organisations and stakeholders. You will be excited by the challenge of identifying where the Foundation can have the strongest impact during its limited lifespan and have experience managing a variety of operational tasks.

This role will appeal to an experienced professional who is a self-starter and looking to expand their knowledge and impact in the philanthropic sector.

Our office is located in Central London but the candidate will have the option to work from home for the majority of the week.

Specific responsibilities will include: 

GRANTMAKING

• In collaboration with Canada-based sector Leads, outreach to potential grantees and other key stakeholders within the Foundation’s funding areas to create the grant pipeline.

• Conduct research in the UK across the Foundation’s three areas of focus (ECE, Environment, Seniors) and keep up to date with developments within these areas to find new opportunities for granting.

• Oversee grant application process for UK grantees and participate in review of potential grants, including budgets and financial statements.

• Manage relationship with all current and future UK grantees. Monitor reporting and payment dates; review reports; and set up quarterly check-ins with grantees. 

• Maintain up to date records for each UK grantee in Wizehive Grant Management Database. 

OPERATIONS & FINANCE 

• Working with the Executive Director in Canada, assist with preparation of UK office budget. Perform monthly budget reconciliation and provide quarterly and annual updates for the Board. 

• Coordinate payment of invoices and grants. 

• Liaise with UK accountant, lawyers, auditors and bank, in consultation with European-based Board Trustees. 

REQUIRED SKILLS 

• University graduate with experience in one of our three granting focus areas. 

• Background in third sector with an established network of UK contacts.

• Excellent written and verbal communicator with ability to distil key points from written material and present ideas concisely. 

• Self-driven with the ability and motivation to work alone. 

• Financially literate – can read and understand a budget.

• Ability to travel within the UK and to Canada. 

How to Apply:  

If you think you meet the criteria for this role, please submit the following: 

• Your CV 

• A cover letter that explains your interest in this position, why you are a fit for the role and when you can start 

CVs without cover letters or with generic cover letters will not be considered. Thank you for your interest in this role.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Hunter Merrifield are pleased to work with a fantastic international disabilities charity to find a Trust and Foundations Manager. We are looking for someone to develop and implement an effective Trusts and Foundations fundraising strategy for the charity, that supports income growth and ensures that they deepen their relationships with existing and proactively engage new Trusts and Foundations.

Job Title: Trusts and Foundations Manager

Organisation: International Disabilities charity

Salary: Circa £40,000

Location: London (Hybrid working approach)

Contract: Permanent, full time

Required: CV and Cover Letter

Closing: Monday 31st January 2022

Role Responsibilities

• To develop and implement an effective Trusts and Foundations fundraising strategy for the charity as well as yearly operational plans to ensure future income growth.
• To set and monitor income and expenditure budgets and KPIs in line with the Trusts and Foundations fundraising strategy.
• To identify, research and approach new Trusts and Foundations whose strategic objectives and focus are aligned with that of the charity.
• To manage and implement a programme of high quality proposals to Trusts and Foundations that are aligned with the charities funding priorities with the aim to secure large multi-year gifts.
• To lead on the relationship management of all Trusts and Foundations including the development and implementation of tailored cultivation and stewardship plans to inspire and engage all new and current Trusts and Foundations.
• To manage all communications between the charity and Trusts and Foundations including donor reporting, thanking, event invites etc.
• To focus on medium to large Trusts and Foundations and build strategic relationships that go beyond a simple financial transaction but create long term partnerships.

Skills and Experience

• In-depth experience of trusts and foundations fundraising and knowledge of best practise fundraising techniques.
• Experience in identifying and researching trusts and foundations that have the potential to support a specific cause.
• Experience of building excellent relationships with trusts and foundations producing cultivation and stewardship plans for new and existing supporters respectively.
• Experience of working with Trustees and Executive Team to explore networks to help with new approaches.
• Excellent track record in the successful development of high quality trust and foundations proposals securing significant income.
• Experience of developing high quality proposals for International development/disability focused organisations. Working with programmes and country teams to prepare projects for donors.

To find out more and to apply for the role, get in contact with Stuart Milliner at Hunter Merrifield.

Along with the charity we want to practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. 

This new position brings trusts, foundations and institutional funding together under one role that can shape and develop these cohesively.

The Royal Parks manages over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London, as well as other public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. The eight Royal Parks and other public spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with 77 million visits every year.

The Royal Parks is looking for an experienced, proactive and engaging Grants Manager to join its fundraising team. This role reflects their ambition to drive more value from opportunities with national funding bodies, trusts and foundations.

You will work closely with the Head of Fundraising, the Director of Communications, Marketing and Engagement and the Director of Finance, as well as other programme leads. You will liaise across different teams to design, develop and write high quality proposals to generate income that can fund the work of the Royal Parks capital projects and programmes in Heritage, Wellbeing, Nature and more.

Role headlines:

• A new position that brings trusts, foundations and institutional funding together under one role that will shape and develop these cohesively
• Responsible for a varied portfolio of funders giving between 5 and 7-figures, and several appeal projects
• Stewardship of funders, building relationships and seeking opportunities to apply for additional funds
• Opportunity to develop larger portfolio of unrestricted smaller gifts
• Develop systems and processes to better enable applications and reporting

Experience sought:

• Experienced grants fundraiser with proven success in securing 5-7 figure gifts from trusts and/or institutional funders
• Ability to develop successful relationships with funders and senior internal stakeholders across departments
• Confident presenting ideas and proposals, externally and internally 
• Self-starter with a keen eye for detail
• Comfortable working across a diverse portfolio and prioritising workload

Office location in Hyde Park with hybrid work from home.

Closing date 7 February with first stage interviews scheduled 14/15 February.