Fundraising Database Manager Jobs

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Receptionist and Challenge Event Assistant, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

The Challenge Events team sits in the Community Fundraising team and manages our participation in some of the UKs biggest events, including the London Marathon and Royal Parks Half Marathon, as well as managing our own bespoke treks and cycles. We provide support to thousands of patients and their friends and family who take part in runs, treks, cycles and many other challenges which raises millions for the Charity every year.

This role is the first point of contact for many supporters of the Charity. It is also an integral part of the Challenge Events Team, assisting with managing a portfolio of third-party challenge events. Dealing directly with supporters and liaising with teams across the Charity, the role requires an effective communicator, with great attention to detail, who is proactive and has a passion for fundraising.

Please see full details in the job description.

Hospice in the Weald has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and target-orientated individual to join us as a Relationship Fundraising Executive, focusing on the delivery of our Hospice-owned events. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic individual with events experience to join our ambitious team, to plan, coordinate and execute memorable experiences for our supporters.

You will be leading on the recruitment and stewardship of our supporters, and logistics of events within our portfolio. This includes the delivery of our Hospice-owned events which currently includes our Moonlight Walk, Hospice Run, and our Christmas events, including our Christmas Tree Recycling campaign, aiming to raise £380,000 in 2025/26. You’ll be a calm and consistent individual, who has a flexible approach to their work.

This role is advertised as full-time; however, we would consider part-time for the right candidate. Benefits include free parking and a generous holiday allowance with the ability to buy and sell additional holiday. You can view more information about our range of benefits on our website.

The deadline for applications is midnight Friday 7th March, with interviews been held on Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th March. For more information, please contact Lisa Browning, Relationship Fundraising Manager.

Please visit our website to apply for the position.

Are you passionate about making a tangible impact in the charity sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join The Mulberry Centre at a pivotal time. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2026 and prepare for a series of high-profile fundraising initiatives, this is your chance to be part of something truly special. With the launch of the new Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex University Hospital, we’re ready to enhance our collaboration with local NHS services and broaden our impact within the community.

We’re looking for someone with a background in the charity sector to help us drive forward our fundraising ambitions. Since 2001, The Mulberry Centre has been providing essential cancer information and support services to over 18,000 people. With our income now exceeding £750,000 and growing fast, we’re set to expand even further and we need someone like you to help secure the vital funding that will enable this growth.

In this role, you’ll work alongside our Head of Fundraising and Engagement to develop and implement fundraising strategies, focusing on securing new funding from trusts and foundations. You’ll write compelling proposals that secure support and cultivate relationships with funders to ensure long-term engagement. Your efforts will directly contribute to our mission of providing life-changing support to those affected by cancer.

If you’re a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, can juggle multiple priorities, and is eager to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Head of public fundraising

Salary £62,000 - £67,000 per annum - subject to skills and experience 

Hours of work 37.5 hours a week over five days (we welcome flexible working requests)

Base Hybrid working with regular attendance at least two days a week (one of which is to be Thursday) at                                       one of our locations:

                                    o Pears Building, Pond Street, London, NW3 2PP

                                    o Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, EN5 3DJ

                                    o Chase Farm Hospital, 127 The Ridgeway, Enfield, EN2 8JL

The role

Leading the Public Fundraising team, this crucial role will oversee our mass acquisition and stewardship, maximising income from audiences including individual givers, community fundraisers, local corporates and legacy pledgers. Work alongside the Director of Fundraising and the Deputy Director of Philanthropy and Campaigns, you will contribute extensively to the charity’s budgeting and strategy over the short and long-term. This position currently line manages three direct reports and an overall team of nine.

The recruitment process

To apply for this post, please use link provided.

Closing date for application: Wednesday 26 Febrauary 2025, 9am

First stage interviews date: Tuesday 4 March 2025 or Thursday 6 March 2025

Second stage interviews date:  Tuesday 11 March 2025 or Friday 14 March 2025

• You must be eligible to work in the UK

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may require during the recruitment process.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, the Royal Free Charity is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Royal Free Charity and act in line with our values of dedication, innovation, partnership, energy and respect.

About Woman’s Trust
Woman’s Trust is a leading mental health charity supporting women affected by domestic abuse. For nearly 30 years, we have provided free, trauma-informed counselling, therapeutic groups, and workshops to help women rebuild their emotional wellbeing. Led by and for women, we support over 900 women and children annually, with an income of £1.3m and a dedicated team of 40 staff.

The Role
We are seeking a Head of Fundraising and Development to lead our fundraising team and play a key role in our Senior Leadership Team. You will drive our fundraising strategy, securing income to support our ambitious 2022-2027 goals, including expanding mental health services for young women, launching peer-led groups, and increasing awareness through training and research. As demand for our services grows, we aim to double the number of women we support annually, achieved in part through growing our income.

Your responsibilities will include:

· Developing new funder and partner relationships across trusts, foundations, statutory bodies, and corporates.

· Strengthening existing relationships to secure sustainable, multi-year funding.

· Leading fundraising growth, aiming for £1.4m in 2025/26 and £3m by 2027/28.

· Collaborating with the CEO, trustees, and Senior Leadership Team to shape fundraising strategy and operational delivery.

· Leading an passionate team of fundraisers to maximise income generation opportunities

Who We Are Looking For
We seek a highly motivated, ambitious fundraiser with proven experience at a senior level, securing five- and six-figure and multi-year grants. You should be skilled in relationship building, with a keen interest in communicating and influencing key stakeholders to create strategic partnerships that align with priorities. An interest in mental health and supporting women affected by domestic abuse will be essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented fundraising professional looking to develop in a leadership role, or an experienced Head of Fundraising eager to grow their impact and career. You will join a passionate, collaborative team working to create lasting change.

Why Join Us?
We offer:

· A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment including a dedicated Senior Leadership Team and Board, including trustees with fundraising expertise and a focus on providing income generation and partnership insights.

· The opportunity to shape and expand our fundraising function, developing your career in the process.

· A chance to make a real impact on the lives of women and children.

· Good benefits including:

· Hybrid & flexible working

· 25 days holidays + 3 days at Christmas + Public holidays. Annual leave increases by 1 day after 5 years, and then by 1 day per year up to amaximum of 30 days.

· Enhanced sick pay

· Cycle to work scheme

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Mandatory job-related training

· Individual staff professional development budget

If you would like to learn more about the role and how to apply, please download the full appointment brief and speak to our retained consultant, Ami Jenick at People Beyond Profit.

If you are an ambitious fundraiser ready to drive growth and transform the lives of women and children, we would love to hear from you!

Closing Date: 28 February 2025

People Beyond Profit Conversations: 5-12 March 2025

Woman’s Trust First Interview: 20 March 2025

Womans Trust Second Stage Conversations: W/c 24 March 2025

Calling All Trust Fundraisers!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact at Bowel Research UK?

With a new CEO and Director of Fundraising at the helm, we're at an exciting stage of growth. Our pioneering medical research is transforming lives for those affected by bowel cancer and bowel disease, and we need your expertise to help us expand our reach.

We're looking for a talented individual to join our dynamic team and contribute to our ambitious goals. At Bowel Research UK, we offer a supportive environment where you'll receive mentorship, coaching, and professional development to ensure you thrive in this role.

If you have five years of experience in Trust and Foundation fundraising and are eager to take on a position with significant potential for growth, this is the perfect opportunity to help boost both our impact and your career.

Dates:  

Closing date: 5pm Tuesday 25th February 2025

Initial Interviews (online): w/c Monday 3rd March 2025 

Final interviews (if required): w/c Monday 10th March 2025

Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses, coaches and empowers unemployed women for success at their job interview. After visiting Smart Works, 63% of clients secure a job within a month.

The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Stockport, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading and Leeds. Over the past eleven years, Smart Works has helped over 40,000 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.

In April 2022, Smart Works launched a Three-Year Plan that will see the charity double the number of women helped annually from 5,000 to 10,000 women a year. We are on track to achieve this by expanding the reach of our existing centres and opening new centres in areas of need including Bristol; set to open in early 2025.

About this role

This is an exciting role that will lead the relationship management of our most important, high value retail brands, without which our service could not be delivered. Supported by the Head of Events & Community Fundraising, you will work closely with the Partnerships Team and the Wardrobe Team to deliver essential client and events stock. In addition to delivering client and events stock, you will also focus on raising money from retail partners, particularly with activations linked to International Women’s Day and Giving Tuesday.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining a portfolio of retail brands, conducting excellent stewardship, bespoke tailored support, with a real understanding and insight into the challenges and opportunities within the retail sector, and an ability to influence and negotiate on the charity’s behalf. 

We seek an excellent relationship manager, with strong written and verbal communication skills, an ability to influence senior stakeholders and exceed set targets. An understanding of women’s fashion would also be advantageous.

Smart Works has a collaborative environment, with dynamic teams and ambitious plans. It is also a rewarding place to work and a lot of fun, with valuable opportunities to attend nationwide fundraising events, expert leadership panel discussions, fashion sales and exclusive events.

The Partnerships team is based in London. This is a hybrid role, with time split across all 3 of our London sites in Islington, Ladbroke Grove and Croydon. Some evening and weekend work is occasionally required to support our wider partnership and fundraising events.

If you are a dynamic, proactive self-starter, with a sense of urgency, and exceptional interpersonal skills, then this could be the ideal opportunity for you. We would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Please submt a CV and a cover letter which answers the following questions by 5pm on Sunday 23rd February. Your application should be addressed to Sue Wicks, Director of Fundraising

1. What experiences and skills do you have that make you well suited to this role? (Max 400 words)
2. What are the key components to external relationship management? (Max 400 words)

1st round interviews will take place on either 3rd/4th March and will be virtual. If you are unable to attend a virtual interview for any reason, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team. Contact details are in the attached job description.

2nd round interviews will take place on either 10th/11th March and will be in person at the North London centre in Islington. 

If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitment processes, please send us an email and we'd be happy to accomodate. 

Smart Works is committed to best practice employment practices, including reducing the burden for those seeking work. Smart Works will therefore reimburse reasonable costs of travel to interviews if required.

Are you passionate about supporting asylum seekers and refugees, and want to use your skills to make a difference to their lives? Do you love meeting people and building relationships?  If so, you could be our next Fundraising Coordinator.
 

Job Summary

We are looking for an energetic, positive and organised fundraiser, who is able to take the lead on implementing our fundraising strategy. This varied role involves generating funds from a variety of income streams, including community fundraising, individual giving, corporate and legacies. (Please note this is not a grants and trusts role).

Communication is a key part of this role, and we are looking for someone who can confidently talk to current and prospective donors about our charity’s work, as well as write engaging content for our website and social media channels.
 

In this role you will: (Please see our Job Description for full details)

• Recruit, build and maintain supporter relationships with individuals, community groups, organisations and businesses 
• Be proactive and identify opportunities for fundraising 
• Manage supporters effectively using our CRM database
• Run and develop our calendar of fundraising events and initiatives
• Raise awareness of our work, both in person and using digital and social media channels

We're looking for someone with:-

• Knowledge and experience of sales, fundraising, marketing or the equivalent
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate and inspire supporters and build long-term relationships
• Excellent oral communication skills with a high degree of empathy and confidence
• Ability to be a team player who can work on their own initiative to plan and manage their workload
• Ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities to meet deadlines
• Excellent organisational skills 

(Please see our Person Specification for a full list of essential and desirable criteria)

Ambitious, successful, professional, committed and friendly.  That describes us.  If it also describes you and you have a passion for fundraising, then we’re keen to hear from you... 

We have 600 volunteers supporting unrepresented litigants in the civil and family courts in England and Wales, helping over 50,000 times last year.  At a time when legal support is increasingly limited, we have a vision that no one should have to go to court alone.  To make this vision a reality we have a focused fundraising strategy to ensure the charity has the resources it needs.

We’re looking for a Deputy Head of Fundraising to join our team, and grow income from individuals, major donors, corporate supporters, trusts and events.  It’s a big ask but you won’t be doing this alone – you’ll be part of a small supportive team, working closely together to build on the firm foundations we already have in place.

We’re open to applications from experienced team leaders and Senior Fundraising Managers ready to step up into leading several income streams. 

Fundraising Officer

We have an excellent opportunity for a Fundraising Officer to work with an international animal welfare organisation. 

Position: Fundraising Officer

Location: Hybrid, homebased / Sidmouth Devon

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday

Salary: £30,515 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: Tuesday 4 March 2025

About the Role

As Fundraising Officer, you will deliver campaigns and activities for the donor acquisition side of the Individual Giving team, successfully managing the donor acquisition activity in line with agreed annual targets and fundraising strategy. You will work with the Senior Acquisition Officer and Acquisition Manager in the planning, delivery and evaluation of the acquisition of donors across all channels and propositions. There will be an integrated approach across the department to deliver the acquisition roadmap, continuously monitoring performance and making improvement recommendations.

Principle duties include: 

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of fundraising campaigns where you will specialise in channels such as Direct Response Television Advertising, lead generation and fundraising on the visitor site.

• Manage the ongoing delivery of donor volume and income targets for a number of fundraising acquisition products.

• Input into and deliver the fundraising strategy within the Acquisition Team. 

• Assist the Senior Acquisition Officer and Acquisition Manager to develop testing timelines, strategic plans and quarterly reforecasts, flagging any issues or successes in a timely manner. Liaise closely with internal teams to project manage the effective delivery of fundraising targets.

• Effectively manage campaign expenditure, ensuring that all campaign spending remains within budget.

• Utilise the insight delivered by the Insight Manager to enhance your fundraising acquisition programmes.

• Liaise effectively with key external agencies managing operational activity ensuring production timelines are met and targets hit, tests are in place and learnings utilised.

About You

You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Experience of working with supporter or customer data in the context of planning and evaluating direct marketing activities.

• Experience of working in a fundraising acquisition environment across channels including DRTV, direct mail, digital and lead generation.

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan and manage a variety of simultaneous projects and people to tight deadlines.

• Able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills; which includes successful experience of dealing with enquiries and complaints from supporters/members of the public.

• Competent in the use of Office and all associated apps.

• Experience of using Customer Relationship Management databases.

• Driven and motivated with an excellent attention to detail.

What you get in return…

• Competitive pension.

• Life assurance.

• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service.

• Wellbeing team.

• Recorded Pilates classes.

• Long service awards.

• Healthshield plan

• Free parking.

• Subsidised restaurant and shop.

About the Organisation

The sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

You may also have experience in areas such as Fundraising, Fundraiser, Individual Giving Officer, Donor Acquisition Officer, Partnerships Officer, Development Fundraiser, Fundraising Officer, Community Fundraising, Supporter Development, etc. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit for the Community Fundraising Manager in order to play a pivotal role in sustaining and growing the charity income through innovative community fundraising initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team and make a tangible impact in supporting in charity mission.

As a Community Fundraising Manager you will:

• Develop and implement community fundraising strategies in collaboration with the Director of Income Generation.
• Identify and maximise new fundraising opportunities through events, campaigns, and local initiatives.
• Manage and inspire a team of fundraisers and support officers, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.
• Build and maintain relationships with community groups, businesses, and supporters.
• Oversee and support the planning and delivery of fundraising events to ensure success.
• Engage and motivate fundraising volunteers to support the charity activities.
• Work closely with the Communications team to promote fundraising campaigns and share compelling success stories.
• Monitor and evaluate fundraising performance, ensuring all activities align with best practices and compliance standards.

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Proven experience in community fundraising, sales, or a similar role.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage audiences at all levels.
• Financial literacy, with experience in budget planning and financial reporting.
• Creative and strategic thinking, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of fundraising legislation and best practices.
• Experience working in the charitable sector.
• Fundraising or management qualification.
• Experience in using fundraising databases.

 Salary: £38,000- £43,000 per annum

 Contract type:Full-time, permanent

 Location- Wellington (Somerset) or Wimborne (Dorset), hybrid working, 2 days in the office

 Closing date: Monday 24th February at 9am

Interview: 1st stage Interview: 27th/28th February

2nd Stage Interview 5th/6th March

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Are you passionate about community greenspaces and committed to inspiring others to feel the same?

The Orchard Project is looking for a Communications & Fundraising Officer with a proven track record of creating engaging digital content that really stands out from the crowd. You’ll also play a key role in helping to nurture our emerging individual giving programme. 

This part-time role (3 days a week) requires an excellent communicator with a keen eye for detail who is used to co-ordinating effective, creative marketing campaigns. 

Salary £29,642-£31,642 pro-rata new starter salary (plus London weighting of £4000 pro-rata if applicable) along with 5% employers pension, and additional training and wellbeing benefits. 

Since 2009, we’ve brought over 640 orchards into the heart of urban communities, specifically in areas of high deprivation where there is limited access to nature. We also train local people in the skills needed to care for those orchards, ensuring they remain viable for generations to come.

Key activity responsibilities of this role

Communications & Marketing (estimated to be 60%)

• Create engaging content for social media, our website, and other channels, working with the Communications Manager
• Work with the team to help broaden the diversity of our audience and engage new supporters
• Write a bi-annual supporter newsletter via Mailchimp, and assist project managers to create regional newsletters
• Work as part of a team to plan marketing campaigns with the aim of either growing our supporter base or raising funds for our work
• Develop inspiring case studies about our work and beneficiaries for use on social media, web, press, funding reports and bids
• Support The Orchard Project’s in-person and online events
• Assist staff with promoting events and courses via social media, Eventbrite and our website
• Assist with content gathering at in-person events to support storytelling
• Develop and maintain an effective, organised photo library for use across the organisation
• Other communications tasks as requested by the Communications Manager

Fundraising support (estimated to be 40%)

• Working alongside the Head of Fundraising, develop and implement a plan for growing and retaining our individual giving donor network
• Co-ordinate and execute a digital fundraising plan for supporter engagement, working alongside the Communications Manager and Head of Fundraising
• Support the creation of donor communications, such as thankyou letters and impact reports that ensure our donors feel valued and engaged
• Gather and organise key information to support our fundraising bids
• Provide audience insight and analysis on donor engagement and fundraising campaigns
• Other fundraising tasks as requested by the Head of Fundraising

We want The Orchard Project’s staff team to be as diverse as the communities we support. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age or disability. 

More details about how to apply can be found on our website.

Basecamp Adventure Trust inspires and empowers young people in Leeds who are struggling to thrive, often suffering with poor mental wellbeing, lacking self-belief, and with little opportunity to develop in these crucial areas. Our unique year-long programmes are a powerful blend of outdoor adventure, personal development and compassionate coaching. 

We work with just 30 young people on each programme so we can develop valuable and trusting relationships built on a foundation of unconditional positive regard, understanding and celebration. In this nurturing environment, young people feel supported pushing themselves out of their comfort zone with exhilarating outdoor adventures and discovering in the process just how much they are capable of. 

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Fundraising Lead

This is a great opportunity to join a new dynamic and collaborative charity, to have a ‘seat at the table’ as we grow and develop and to make a very real difference.

You may be from a larger charity background looking for a more supportive, immersive or meaningful role, or you may be relatively new to fundraising looking for your first step up, in any event, it’s your motivation and temperament that are more important. You would be joining our small but growing team here in Leeds, all committed to our various missions in supporting young people, all busy developing our own areas of expertise whilst supporting each other as we tackle the many challenges that a burgeoning new organisation faces.

Initially this role is focused on stabilising and further strengthening our Trusts and Foundations platform. Having started our fundraising journey just 18 months ago we are currently working with a circa £250k annual budget, however, to meet our wider 3 yaer plan we are now aiming to double that in the next 2 – 3 years. Over time the intention is that supported by the Chair of Trustees you could potentially move on to lead on diversifying our funding streams focusing initially on developing long term corporate partnerships as well as an individual giving initiative.

The role will require creativity, attention to detail, a laser-like focus and incredibly strong relational and communication skills, it’s also a chance to grow a new role developing valuable strategic insight and playing a central part in the development of the charity as a whole.

We are fiercely proud of our relational approach and the programmes we run, and as such all staff including the successful candidate will take part in a minimum of 3 residential trips each year. Experiencing our work first-hand, whether helping a young person through the wind and rain or supporting the Programme Manager to run activities, it is a critical part of our approach to fundraising and it’s important that every member of the team lives, breathes and sees the magic of what we do.

Title: Fundraising Lead

Line manager: Chair of Trustees

Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours a week. (We would consider 4 days a week for the right candidate – 30h)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (pro-rata) dependent on experience with room for further moves in the future as responsibilities increase

Based: Hybrid role with typically at least half the time being at our Leeds HQ at the Old Fire Station in Gipton .

Holidays: 22 days per year (+ bank holidays) pro-rata

Transport: The role will require access to a car

Start date: As soon as possible

Role and responsibilities

• Lead on our day-to-day Trusts and Foundations work submitting the majority of our bids whilst also being chief problem solver. You will make the lead contribution in delivering our agreed annual income objectives
• Continuously identifying new potential funding partners that most closely align to our work, reaching out in ever more creative ways to develop new relationships building our future pipeline.
• Continuing to refine and develop our ‘storytelling’ and tone-of-voice to best articulate and capture the essence of our work demonstrating the very real impact potential funders can make.
• Sharing best practice with other’s involved in submitting bids ensuring that all can be as effective as possible
• Ensure all funders are thanked in a timely manner and that terms and conditions relating to their grant are applied and correctly logged via the database tools
• Ensuring all required feedback is delivered in a timely innovative and compelling manner
• To take responsibility for, and steward a portfolio of longer-term funders, identifying ways in which relationships can be deepened / strengthened and finding new and innovative ways of communicating the impact their funding.
• In conjunction with the Chair of Trustees develop and manage our annual income-budgets delivering closely as possible to plan.
• Overseeing and maintaining existing management tools for tracking, reporting and stewarding income, whilst also keeping under review the best time for us to make the move to a bespoke CRM system
• Raising awareness of our charities work and impact via PR, involvement with awards such as “charity of the year” as well as developing our social media exposure
• Provide quarterly board up-dates identifying progress against key targets, major successes or losses during the quarter and forward plans for the quarter ahead
• To work as part of the wider Basecamp team, exploring new fundraising streams understanding the likely ROI / timescales and initial steps to access.

Additional responsibilities

• Our 3-days residential trips are at the heart of what we do. They are immersive, exhausting and incredibly rewarding. We tend to base ourselves at youth hostels mostly in the Lakes and Dales. You’ll play a role on a minimum of three residentials each year working alongside our cohorts of vulnerable children, dependent on your skills and interests, it’s likely that will either be as a group leader or supporting in other logistical roles. You do not need any special skills as full training will be provided but you do need to be “up for the challenge”. We do lots of adventurous activities in all weathers so being something of an outdoorsy person would be a definite advantage! This is all about immersing yourself in our work, as we are firm believers that it’s only by really seeing and feeling it for yourself that you can hope to convey our work to others.
• Attend (in a support role) other sessions to support delivery aims or have a chance to see delivery work first-hand.
• Attend various meetings, training courses and relevant webinars as required to develop your own expertise enabling you to lead in ensuring we are applying best fundraising practice to all activities and our wider charities approach
• Being pro-active and alert to new opportunities, methodologies, and ways in which we can maximise fund-raising opportunities sharing ideas and proposals and new thoughts with both your line-manager and the Board on a regular basis.

Person Specification

Above anything else, you will demonstrate a real passion for helping young people to thrive. You will be motivated by a core belief that so many young people are far more capable than they think, that they all deserve a chance to dream and be hopeful about their future and that their sense of self-belief, relationships and resilience can be transformed by outdoor adventure.

As an embryonic but ambitious new charity we are a small and passionate team. We are in equal part determined to make things happen whilst at the same time supporting each other with our individual and steep learning curves. This is a chance to be at the heart of something new, to help us create the systems the processes and above all the culture we’ll need as we grow in future years.

More than anything else we are looking for someone to be a part of the team who will do whatever it takes to deliver for our young people. You will have a can-do attitude, someone who’s prepared to muck-in and give the untried a go, to push some boundaries and discover new ways of doing things. This position won’t suit someone who’s looking for all the systems and processes to be already in place - we need someone to help us put them in place!

Personal Qualities:

• Enthusiasm: You’ll be passionate about the work we do as a charity through both hands-on and office-based work and will want to be part of it’s journey and growth.
• Empathy and strong relational skills: You’ll be committed to a person-centered approach, demonstrating empathy, patience, and the ability to make young people and partners feel valued and respected.
• A skilled communicator: You’ll be an effective and proactive communicator, whether talking to funders, children or the team, both verbally and written.
• Self-motivated and proactive: You’ll be able to manage time effectively, take initiative, and will enjoy the dynamic nature of a start-up charity

Previous experience 

Essential:

• Prior fundraising experience
• Highly skilled storyteller and wordsmith able to create compelling and persuasive written arguments with relative ease
• Driven, focused and able to manage competing deadlines whilst maintaining quality
• Proficiency in standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Office or Google Workspace) and database management
• Willingness to work variable hours when required (including residential trips away with overnight stays), able to travel and work from home

Desirable: 

• Prior fundraising experience especially with Trusts and Foundations
• Prior fundraising experience in marketing and PR
• Prior experience in creating and managing events
• Previous paid or voluntary experience of working with young people
• Knowledge/experience of basic graphic design software such as Canva

Other requirements:

• Willing to work flexibly
• A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• A satisfactory enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references

Head of Relationship Fundraising

Are you a senior level fundraising professional with a proven track record of exceeding targets? Are you looking for a leadership role where you can drive impactful fundraising strategies and make a real difference? Join Prospect Hospice as our Head of Relationship Fundraising and help us support our community through delivering exceptional end-of-life care.

With a new five-year strategy underway, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing in our fundraising team to ensure we meet our ambitious growth targets.

Hours: 30 to 37.5 hours per week (Flexible working options, minimum 2 days per week in the office)

What is the role?

As Head of Relationship Fundraising, you’ll lead a passionate team responsible for philanthropy, corporate partnerships, community fundraising, and delivering flagship events like the Starlight Walk, Run the Rainbow, and Light Up a Life. You’ll develop innovative strategies to grow our income, build meaningful relationships with donors, and deliver a world-class supporter experience.

This role is key to helping us raise over £1 million annually and to ensuring Prospect Hospice can continue providing compassionate care to those in need.

At Prospect Hospice, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work. Our team culture is supportive, inclusive, and focused on continuous learning and innovation. You’ll be joining a charity that values diversity of thought and perspective, fosters a culture of respect, and encourages collaboration across all levels.

The role has a requirement to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events.

About you:

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Extensive Fundraising experience, skills and knowledge in securing high value donations, with first hand successes in at least two of the Relationship Fundraising streams
• A proven ability to create and execute effective fundraising strategies, plans and budgets to grow income and impact
• Exceptional leadership skills to inspire and develop a high-performing team
• Proven track record of delivering income against specified targets
• Strong communication, relationship-building and stewardship skills to engage donors and stakeholders
• Ability to influence and negotiate with ease

Please see the job description for full details and person specification.

Due to the nature of this role a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle is also required.

 We offer a great range of benefits, including:

· 27 days annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays)

· Generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance

· Discounts with local retailers, gyms and service providers including Blue Light Discount Card

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Family-friendly policies and practice

· Supportive induction, and training and development

· Free parking on-site

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and why you’d like to work with us.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday, 5 March 2025.

Equality & Diversity

Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment processes, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

We will review applications as they come in and therefore we may close the vacancy before the closing date. Candidates are therefore advised to apply early.