Head Of Corporate Fundraising Jobs

Grow is an exciting, grass roots organisation making a significant impact. Our small, vibrant, and dedicated team have profound influences on the lives of young people in Sheffield.

Our Head of Fundraising role could be your next exciting opportunity! We are seeking a candidate who is passionate and focussed on resourcing our nature based youth development work. The role provides an opportunity to shape the fundraising dynamic of Grow through researching and implementing fundraising with a good return on investment whilst diversifying our income streams.

For our full candidate pack which introduces you to Grow, our strategy and how we work, as well as a full role description please visit our website by clicking the apply button!

Job title Head of Fundraising

Contract 12 months fixed-term contract

Hours 3-4 days (21-28 hours) per week

Location Office based, a proportion of hybrid working will be considered

Salary £36-38,000 pro rata

Pension 5% Pension Contribution

Holiday 25 days per annum (plus statutory) pro rata

Perks 1 additional leave day on your birthday

1 day additional leave earned for every year worked (up to a max. of 5 days, pro rata)

BHSF health cash plan scheme or similar coming 2025

Next Steps

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter (no more than 2 sides of A4). Please include why you are interested in this role and how your experience or interests meet the person specification.

Closing date: Sunday 16th February 2025 (may close early if suitable candidate is found)

Interviews: We will interview candidates as applications arrive and will close the role once a suitable candidate is found, so don't delay in applying. The shortlisting process includes a visit to our site, where you'll meet some of our staff and young people.

We welcome informal phone conversations in advance of submitting an application. Please get in touch via email and we will organise a call!

Welcoming applications

We especially welcome applicants who are under-represented within the charity sector. We aim to build a team with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skills, as we believe diversity is a strength. We aim to actively support people with protected characteristics and/or those who are neurodiverse. If this is you, we will make reasonable adjustments to accommodate you in the role. We look forward to hearing from all interested candidates.

 As a Bid Writing and Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for raising significant funds and securing new business partnerships that will support the transformational journey of our charity. This role requires exceptional strategic thinking, strong networking skills and contacts, and a proven track record of achieving fundraising targets.

This position is an opportunity to make an impact on how childhood, teenage and young adult cancer research is funded both nationally and internationally. The post holder will raise funds and lead on the Charity’s mission. With this in mind, the post holder will need to be a self-starter and identify and act upon areas for fundraising. They will be the bid writing and fundraising lead, representing the charity and building collaborative relationships and our reputation with partners, clinicians and research and policy organisations, including co-funders and the AMRC, NCRI, Children and Young People with Cancer Coalition, One Cancer Voice, etc.

Fundraising & Patrons Manager (West Wales Region)

Your chance to join Wales’ leading cancer charity to manage raising funds across an already established West Wales region with loads of scope to generate more income. A key and exciting part of this role will see you as the lead when it comes to our partnership and development work with celebrities and patrons who support our work or seek the opportunity to.

You’ll be joining an experienced fundraising team who generate over £2.8million of annual income. Your fundraising impact is seen in people affected by cancer through the services we run, the difference to lives we make and the campaigns that make meaningful change.

You’ll be managing and building relationships all across West Wales with our supporters, Friends of Tenovus groups and establishing new fundraising connections and work with teams of volunteers. You can expect to manage events such as out annual Lovelight concerts, Singathons and Breast Cancer Awareness Month to name just a few.

Salary: £31,000

Working Hours: 35 hours per week with flexible working

Due to the nature of our fundraising work you’ll need to be flexible at times to work evenings and weekends. Around this we work core 11am-3pm hours to flexibly suit work around your lifestyle and personal commitments and operate our work flexibly between 7am – 9pm so you can do things like the school runs or fit in wellness activities and hobbies with your working life.

Job Location: Remote/Home & Head Office based with regular travel across your West Wales region

Apply by: 11th February

Interview: 18th February at the Tenovus Cancer Care Head Office

If you’re keen to join our Fundraising team please apply with your CV & a Covering Letter to demonstrate how your skills or experience match the job role essentials and your motivation behind your application. You can find the full Job Description & Person Specification below or  at our Work For Us page to find out the skills or experience level we’re looking for.

Whilst it would be great if you’ve done Third Sector Fundraising it isn’t a must have to be considered. You may have done similar roles in areas such as: Fundraising Coordinator / Administrator, Supporter Engagement work, Income Generation, Sales, Marketing, Estate Agency, Recruitment, Event Management

We’re looking for skills, knowledge or experience to show us you’ve:

• A background in securing and looking after business opportunities and a track record in delivering profit or against growth targets whilst building a pipeline
• The ability to work in a way with others that’s inclusive, collaborative and visionary where you proactively work to solutions and adapt your style
• Dealt with high profile clients and even better if it’s when it comes to media related work
• The confidence and ability to deliver talks or presentations in front of a group and can take a lead in managing a project so everyone understands key information and the way things are organised

In return you’ll be part of a people orientated culture, support a worthwhile cause and have Staff Benefits such as:

• A generous 35 days annual leave including public holidays that increases with length of service (pro rata’d for part time staff)
• Your birthday off work once you’ve been here for 12 months.
• Opportunity to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave per year
• Occupational sick pay after completion of probationary period
• Contributory pension scheme
• A tailored induction and support programme to help you succeed and excel
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering access to 24/7 confidential advice and support
• The opportunity to participate in staff volunteer activities to support the wider organisation
• The opportunity to learn from, grow with, support and develop people who volunteer with US

About us

More people than ever are living with cancer in Wales, with around 20,000 people diagnosed every year.

We give help, hope, and a voice to everyone affected by cancer. We understand how cancer can impact every aspect of life and how it affects families and friends too. Our wide range of services offer information, advice, and specialist support to people living with cancer, and their loved ones.

Together with our inspiring community of staff, volunteers, and supporters, we’re determined to be here for everyone affected today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Recruitment Process

Please send your CV and covering letter to our HR team demonstrating how your skills or experience match the job role essentials and your motivation behind your application. The closing date for your application to be submitted is the 11th February 2025.

You can also visit our Work For Us pages that give you more information about what it’s like working with US.

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right change the closing date.

At Tenovus Cancer Care we’re committed to making our workplace diverse and inclusive where everyone feels they belong and can be their authentic selves at work. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer who does not discriminate based on the Equality Act 2010’s Protected Characteristics. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and we will adjust our recruitment processes where we can to support people who wish to join us.

If we can support you with your application at all please contact our HR team. 

If you are looking for your next career opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Are you proactive, organised and creative and looking to develop your charity fundraising skills?

Do you have a passion for outdoor adventures and believe they should be accessible to all?

Would you like to be part of a small but dedicated fundraising team with big ambitions?

We’re on the hunt for a brilliant Fundraising Officer to join the team at The Lake District Calvert Trust.

At Calvert Lakes, our residential centre and Calvert Stables, both in beautiful locations just outside Keswick, we believe the outdoors should be accessible to everyone. Our residential breaks annually help 3000 people with a range of disabilities experience the Lake District in a safe and supportive way. We deliver a fun and fulfilling experience that makes a positive difference in their lives.

This is a rare opportunity to join a dedicated and ambitious team, with plenty of opportunities to develop your fundraising skills. Your focus will be on proactively leading a range of activities with our corporate supporters including building relationships, writing corporate funding applications, organising events and maintaining donor data and communications. 

You will have the chance to develop new fundraising activities and events in line with strategic fundriasing plans, You will be able to show your creative streak by designing fundraising materials, including web content, digitial newsletters, fundraising leaflets and sponsorship packages.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. 

This is a pivotal appointment for us. 

You will be our first colleague dedicated exclusively to fundraising. It is an exciting opportunity to build the function from the ground up – setting the strategy, making the contacts, and delivering the income.

We have built and developed a supporter database of 5k contacts and have improved our donation systems. We need your skills and expertise to take this further, including by expanding our supporter base, particularly major donors. Where your focus will be on securing individual donations of five-figures or higher, while also growing the potential among these supporters for subsequent legacy gifts.

You will be directly responsible for increasing our voluntary income from £80k (excluding legacies) to £250k over a period of five years, (and we have substantial ambition to move upwards from there), whilst also growing our legacy giving and encouraging corporate partnerships. We continue to develop our CRM and to systemise our relationship management, to support a scalable major gifts programme.

We are excited to have you join us.

Join Racing Welfare as Head of Fundraising and Make a Lasting Impact!

Are you an ambitious, results-driven fundraising leader with a passion for making a difference? Racing Welfare is looking for an exceptional Head of Fundraising to join our senior management team and take the helm of a thriving, high-performance fundraising operation. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to shape the future of British horseracing’s charitable support, driving growth and innovation in a vital sector.

 About Racing Welfare:

Racing Welfare is a registered charity dedicated to supporting the workforce of British horseracing – from stud, stable, and racecourse staff to those in related professions. Our mission is to help these dedicated individuals thrive in their careers and lives, offering guidance, practical assistance, and support throughout their journey – from recruitment to retirement.

The Role:

As Head of Fundraising, you will play a central role in Racing Welfare’s strategic direction and growth. You’ll work closely with the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer to craft and execute an ambitious fundraising strategy that delivers innovative income streams to fund our vital services. You’ll lead, inspire, and develop a talented team, empowering them to deliver outstanding fundraising initiatives and events that drive real change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop & Deliver Fundraising Strategy: Work with senior leadership to shape the charity’s fundraising vision, ensuring the strategy aligns with our wider goals and drives long-term sustainability.
• Innovative Fundraising Campaigns: Create and implement engaging campaigns, managing budgets and evaluating performance to optimise success.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and motivate a high-performing fundraising team, supporting their professional growth and achieving collective goals.
• Building Strategic Partnerships: Cultivate relationships with trusts, foundations, and corporate partners to build lasting, mutually beneficial collaborations.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Oversee day-to-day fundraising operations, ensuring smooth management of income, expenditure, and compliance.

You Will Bring:

• Proven experience in fundraising or commercial management, with a track record of successfully recruiting donors and sponsors.
• A natural leader with exceptional people management skills, able to inspire and empower teams to excel.
• Solid experience in budgeting, financial planning, and performance management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse stakeholders.
• A passion for innovation and the ability to think strategically about fundraising opportunities.

Bonus: Experience in the horseracing industry is desirable, but not essential. 

Why Racing Welfare?

This is your chance to take on a leadership role in a respected and impactful charity. You’ll be part of a passionate team, working in a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. The role offers flexibility with the option to work from home or our Newmarket office, alongside occasional travel across the UK (including evenings and weekends).

As a charity, wellbeing is at the forefront of all we do. We aim to be a leading employer in the industry and make sure everyone at Racing Welfare has the opportunity to thrive.

If you’re ready to make a significant contribution to the future of Racing Welfare and help improve the lives of those who dedicate themselves to British horseracing, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Today:
Submit your CV and covering letter to join Racing Welfare and lead our fundraising efforts to new heights.

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. The closing date for this role is 14 February 2025. Interviews will be held the week commencing 25 February 2025. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if we receive a large number of suitable applications.

Salary: £50,000 p.a.

Racing Welfare is committed to safeguarding and will always recruit all personnel in line with government guidelines, relevant legislation, and the Charity Commission's best practice guidance.

 This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We only ask applicants to disclose convictions which are not yet spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 

Racing Welfare’s Safeguarding Statement of Intent can be found on our website.

Community Fundraising Officer, South 

Hours: Part-time – 21 hours per week

Location: Hybrid Working with a minimum of one day a week working from Head Office (based near the city in London)

Reports to: Community Fundraising Manager

Role purpose: To fundraise for The Sick Children’s Trust through varied community fundraising activities, including supporting family fundraising and third-party events in the south such as but not limited to The Royal Parks Half Marathon. The postholder will be required to forge and develop new fundraising opportunities and relationships with local businesses, community organisations and schools. Ensuring a sensitive and effective supporter journey for new and existing supporters.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Ø  To cultivate and recruit new and existing supporters and volunteers to participate in a range of third-party events including The Royal Parks Half Marathon and ‘run your own’ fundraising events. To uplift supporter value, steward and retain through the delivery of brilliant supporter care whilst being respectful of potential sensitivities particularly when working with families who are fundraising in memory

Ø  Build and develop trusted relationships when appropriate with families to support fundraising, storytelling and volunteering. Work sensitively and empathetically with this core audience group engendering their long-term support and advocacy of the Charity’s work.

Ø  Maintain contact with and work alongside the House Teams in London with a view to occasional working from the houses. Ensuring the House Teams are aware of any potential volunteering opportunities.

Ø   To work closely and collaboratively with the other two Community Fundraising Officer’s - one based in the south, one based in the north and the Fundraising Assistant based in the south.

Ø  To proactively target independent businesses (outside of corporate partnerships) and schools by going out regularly in the local Community to secure annual income targets set by the Head of Fundraising.

Ø  To develop and forge new and existing relationships with local clubs and associations to secure their support both financially and in raising awareness of the charity.

Ø  Leading on Supermarket charitable schemes, including research, support with copy and applications to reach targets set for this area of income.

Ø  Accurately record and monitor income and expenditure budgets for your area, spotting gaps in income and finding other ways to reach target set

Ø  Create and maintain supporter fundraising information on our Donorflex database to ensure it is up to date and accurate.

Ø   Communicate and work collaboratively with our Communications and Marketing team to ensure maximum press and social media coverage is obtained for The Sick Children’s Trust Community Fundraising activities.

Ø   To work collaboratively with other fundraising departments and the Communications and Marketing team for effective integration of campaigns and activities.

Ø   To represent the charity as and when required to schools, local businesses and community groups in the South, including speaking at events when necessary.

Ø   Carry out office and general duties and tasks to ensure the effectiveness and smooth running of the post holder’s work, team and organisation.

Ø  Duties may vary from time to time as determined by service and business need

Closing date: 7th February 

The Fundraising and Events Officer at Kids Operating Room (KidsOR) will play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation’s mission to provide safe surgery for children by managing the stewardship of mid-level donors, coordinating all administrative aspects of the Fundraising team, supporting the three Heads of Fundraising, managing fundraising events, overseeing fundraising pages, handling Raisers Edge database management, and ensuring appropriate donor recognition and thanking processes are in place.

Working across all income streams - Corporate, Trusts & Foundations, Philanthropy, Institutions, and Community fundraising - this role is key to fostering strong relationships with supporters and enhancing the impact of KidsOR’ s development initiatives.

This position will also involve collaboration with multiple internal stakeholders within the organisation to align efforts and maximise fundraising impact, and offers a great opportunity for someone interested in gaining a broad experience across fundraising income streams.

Are you a senior level fundraising professional seeking a new challenge? If so, we would like to hear from you.

As Head of Fundraising, you will have overall accountability for Trust’s fundraising strategy. You will need to be a skilled and strategic leader with strong interpersonal and management skills and a proven track record in senior level fundraising. You will also have experience in communications and promoting the brand of an organisation.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this pivotal role will work closely with the wider senior management team (SMT) and inspire and lead the Trust’s fundraising, marketing and communications team.

This role’s primary responsibilities will be as follows:

 Strategic Development and Implementation

 · Provide leadership, strategy and direction for the Trust’s fundraising, marketing and communications team comprising 16 in the UK and 3 in Nepal.

· Be part of the Senior Management Team (SMT), contributing to the Trust’s wider vision and strategic direction as well as providing updates and reports for the SMT and Trustees.

· As the organisational expert on fundraising, work closely with the Trust CEO and SMT to ensure that all fundraising activity reflects the vision and agreed priorities of the Trust.

Fundraising

· Implement the Trust’s five-year fundraising strategy (income c.£14m pa), and be accountable for the delivery of operational plans, defining targets and identifying new sources of income.

· Develop and implement fundraising policies and procedures ensuring all fundraising remains safe and legal, including all data held within the CRM

· Create a donor-centric culture within the Trust, implementing an accurate and robust system to deliver effective supporter journeys across all disciplines – individual giving, major donor, legacy, trust and corporate, and community fundraising.

· Keep abreast of current fundraising trends and standards as well as historic analysis of our own activities to optimise all fundraising approaches.

 Budgeting and Reporting

· Preparation of the annual fundraining income and expenditure in line with the GWT budget cycle and management of in-year income and expenditure, including variance analysis of financial performance against budgets and forecasts for the 12-month period.

· Work closely with the Head of Finance GWT and the Finance team in Nepal to agree the details and split of unrestricted and restricted projects to be funded each year.

Leadership and Line Management

· Provide strategic direction to all areas of fundraising, nurturing team members to develop their knowledge and expertise, and maintaining a passionate and engaged group of staff committed to delivering excellence for the Trust.

· Coach, inspire and motivate direct reports and other members of the team as well as providing guidance and direction to deliver their objectives and develop their skills and expertise in their roles.

KEY SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE, AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Applicants for this position should be able to satisfy the following criteria:

Experience:

Essential

· Senior level successful track record in a charity fundraising environment

· Developing and implementing strategies and operational plans successfully for fundraising, marketing and communications

· Setting, managing, and reporting on six figure+ budgets

· Experience of leading and managing a successful team

· Experience of brand development and management

· Demonstrable experience of shaping organisational objectives

· Educated to degree or relevant experience

Desirable

· Project management qualification or relevant experience

· Experience of working in the NFP sector, ideally within humanitarian/development or military causes

• Experience of using CRMs

Skills/competencies:

Essential

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail

· Extensive IT skills, including MS Office

· Budget management, financially literate

Desirable

· Strong proof-reading skills

Membership of a relevant professional body 

Knowledge:

Essential

· Knowledge of legislation, regulations and best practice in fundraising and marketing

· Fundraising fundamentals

· PR techniques and digital marketing (inc. PPC & AdWords)

· Branding/style trends and standards

· Fundraising and social media landscape

· An appreciation of strategic issues – and how marketing can inform them

· Using analytics and consumer behaviour to shape activities

Desirable

· Prior experience of and/or involvement with marketing & communications.

Personal attributes:

Essential

· Strong interpersonal and people management skills

· Ability to influence and persuade a diverse range of stakeholders

· Ability to multi-task, prioritise and solve workloads on own initiative

· Strong communication and negotiation skills

· Creative thinker, enthusiastic and flexible

· Approachable demeanour

· Willingness and ability to work additional hours as required at events and business meetings (for which TOIL is offered)

· Empathy with The Gurkha Welfare Trust cause

Desirable

· Interest in social causes

Interest in Nepal/military

Pennyhooks Farm Trust, a unique and vital organic farm in the Vale of the White Horse, seeks an experienced and passionate Head of Fundraising to lead our fundraising activities and spearhead an ambitious campaign.

About Pennyhooks: Pennyhooks Farm Trust, in Oxfordshire, provides a haven for over 30 individuals with autism, many of whom are non-verbal or have complex sensory needs. Here, our clients (know at Pennyhooks as students), actively participate in farm life, from animal care and horticulture to rural crafts and conservation and are fully involved in our renowned fundraising events (Christmas, Spring and Summer Open Days)

The Role: In this pivotal position, you'll design and execute a fundraising strategy for Pennyhooks Farm Trust to secure and meet ongoing revenue targets. In addition, you will work on an urgent and vital capital project to secure essential funding to develop residential accommodation on the farm, to sustain the purposeful working of these young people as they grow older, providing them with a home and a job for life. This will be through the management of a portfolio of major donor, foundation and corporate projects, high-level volunteers and other influential individuals and organisations, working with Trustees and other farm team members.

Your Impact: You will be in key role, raising funds to sustain the purposeful live of young people on the autistic spectrum, creating opportunities for them to live and work full-time in a nurturing and supportive environment.

The capital project will directly address the pressing concerns of families, as captured in a parent's heartfelt plea, 

"As parents, we have a date stamped on our forehead of when we will no longer be able to care for our children. What happens to them then?"

Your work will provide ongoing support and bring our vision to life - a model of care and opportunity, rarely available in the UK.

What You'll Bring: We're looking for a driven fundraising professional who can:

• Build and implement successful fundraising campaigns.
• Engage and inspire donors, stakeholders, and the wider community.
• Develop and manage capital projects.
• Bring creativity, determination and compassion to everything you do.

Why Join Us?: This role offers flexibility, including hybrid working arrangements and the opportunity to make a profound difference. You'll be part of a close-knit team that is passionate about ensuring a bright future for those we support. Pennyhooks provides a cutting edge autism service with strong ecological principles and the successful person will be joining a friendly, supportive team.

Further Information: Please find more information about Pennyhooks Farm Trust and the role in the attached Job and Person Specifications.

How to Apply: Please email your CV and supporting statement (max 1,000 words), outlining you suitability for the role, with the subject line 'Head of Fundraising'

Closing Date: 27th January 2025

Shortlisting:  will take place during January

1st Interviews:  will take place via zoom w/c 3rd and 10th February

Job Title: Head of Fundraising

Team:Supporter Engagement & Experience

Location: Hybrid (split between home-working and either London, Cardiff or Edinburgh)

Salary on appointment: £52,958 -£58,254 per annum

*This role sits within a pay grade with a pay range of £52,958 to £76,378. The salary on appointment will be set at the lower end of the pay range, to a maximum of 10% above the base salary, depending on the candidate's skills and experience. This approach aims to ensure fair compensation for new hires while maintaining alignment with the structured pay scale for the role.

Context and purpose of role

To lead from the front, to build and embed a sustainable, long-term fundraising strategy which generates the income required to further the Ramblers charitable mission. To bring leadership and cohesion across a variety of fundraising programmes; viewing things through an audience lens, and optimising income from individual giving and legacy fundraising; income from corporate partners, trusts, foundations, lotteries and other funding channels.

Key Responsibilities

• The post holder will share accountability with the Director for delivering income targets from fundraising – a significant proportion of the organisation’s overall income. 
• The post-holder will be accountable (with delegated authority) for managing all fundraising-related activities, together with fundraising income and expenditure budgets - a significant part of the organisation’s resources.   They will be accountable for delivering income growth against a healthy return on investment, within budget. 
• During a time of organisational change, bring exceptional leadership to a growing fundraising team.  Foster a culture of excellence, accountability and teamwork, where vision is shared, service standards are exceptional and success is celebrated.  Build capacity and expertise, managing the performance and personal development of team members.   
• In collaboration with your Director, develop and implement the Ramblers fundraising strategy, building a strong case for support that is aligned to the Ramblers strategic priorities and vision.  Build and embed a cohesive plan and pipeline to generate sustainable, long-term growth from a diverse range of income streams including appeals, committed giving, legacies, corporate partnerships, trusts, foundations and society lotteries.   

• Develop and oversee the charity’s individual giving and legacy fundraising programmes, ensuring the necessary expertise, systems and data management are in place to optimise income generation from appeals, committed giving, gifts in wills and in memoriam donations from a loyal supporter base.

• Develop and embed the Ramblers supporter acquisition strategy to expand our reach and relevance.  Oversee the creation of integrated, multi-channel fundraising campaigns, using a test-and-learn approach to optimise conversion rates, ROI and lifetime value, by attracting, retaining and reactivating donors.   
• Ensure the charity is maximising income through charitable trusts, foundations and other grant-giving bodies, nurturing and maintaining positive relationships with existing and potential funders. Developing an active pipeline of new target trusts, crafting compelling and persuasive funding applications, and ensuring that appropriate projects are prioritised to present to potential donors.
• Ensuring that relationships with potential, new and existing corporate partners are developed and nurtured to maximise mutual value and benefit, with strong account management and innovate programmes that maximise income generation.
• Oversee the charity’s partnership with People’s Postcode Lottery,  providing excellent account management, impactful communications and PR, and a strategic portfolio of lottery-funded projects that deliver and demonstrate lasting impact for the Ramblers. Complete the annual Trust application for funds.
• In collaboration with peers, use evidence-based insights to evolve the supporter retention strategy, to deepen the Ramblers’ relationship with our supporters, to increase loyalty, advocacy and lifetime value. Harness business intelligence tools, digital platforms and a single-customer view to increase donor engagement.
• In collaboration with peers, ensure the Membership Services Team continues to evolve in a new era of member and supporter care, with the right systems, processes and approach, to ensure the best possible standards of stewardship for our donors.
• In collaboration with the team, build and implement annual fundraising plans and identify required resources to support the delivery of the fundraising strategy.  Create and manage financial budgets (income and expenditure), delivering plans within budget and to agreed timescales.   

• Embed a robust KPI-led reporting framework to drive evidence-based decisions, measure and report on progress against plans and to demonstrate impact to a range of stakeholders.  In collaboration with colleagues in the Data & Digital team, build new reporting dashboards to visualise fundraising KPIs. 
• Ensure regulatory compliance is embedded across team processes and communications in areas such as the Fundraising Regulator, the Gambling Commission, GDPR (data protection), Privacy & Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), BACS (Direct Debit), HMRC (gift aid); and that the team have the knowledge, skills and qualifications to operate to required standards. 
• Lead from the front as an influencer and collaborator across the Ramblers staff and volunteer network and externally, influencing funders and influencers.  Represent the Ramblers across sector forums and networks, building strong peer relationships and sharing best practice.  Keep abreast of external factors that might impact Ramblers fundraising

The person

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Personal Attributes

• The post holder will need to be a problem-solver, able to take a holistic view and develop and deliver a new fundraising strategy, to achieve strategic goals and anticipate long term trends.  It is expected that risks and benefits of alternative options will be considered before choosing the best approach. 
• The post holder must be a self-starter, able to bring new and innovative ways of working to a new team environment, embedding new frameworks, processes, guidelines, and planning runways. 
• The post holder will identify innovative new approaches, amend existing working practices and apply creative solutions to champion the voices of our supporters and develop our fundraising landscape. 
• The post-holder will communicate confidently with a wide range of staff, trustees, external partners and agencies, to develop and deliver the Ramblers fundraising strategy. 
• The post holder will be required to positively promote the Ramblers in a wide range of public and organisational settings to enhance the organisation’s reputation and public profile and maximize income generation. 
• The post-holder will be required to maintain existing and create new strategic partnerships to achieve income growth.  

Leadership Framework

By functioning as one cohesive leadership team, we can leverage our collective strengths to drive the growth and success of the Ramblers. These five practices provide a framework to guide us as a Leadership Team.

Leading the Way

We work together collaboratively and promote teamwork; upholding high personal standards that align with the values and charitable purpose of the Ramblers. We encourage others to follow in our footsteps by:

• Championing cross-functional collaboration
• Demonstrating confidence that inspires trust in our abilities
• Continuously developing our leadership capabilities
• Holding ourselves and others accountable for actions
• Honouring our commitments

Communicating Our Destination

We are dedicated to creating an exciting future where anyone can enjoy walking outdoors. We consistently articulate the Ramblers vision and strategy, igniting enthusiasm and motivating others to contribute towards its realisation by:

• Communicating with authenticity and passion
• Maintaining a future-looking mindset
• Making bold and decisive choices aligned with our vision and strategy
• Encouraging active participation in shaping our work.

Equipping our people

We create an inclusive environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to the success of the Ramblers. We support and develop each other’s capabilities, building trust and collaboration by:

• Guiding and supporting individuals and teams to reach their full potential
• Trusting others capabilities and encouraging autonomy
• Seeking out diverse perspectives to overcome challenges.
• Displaying empathy, respect and understanding of different perspectives

Exploring new paths

We constructively challenge existing practices and encourage innovation. We share ideas across the organisation, take calculated risks, and learn from successes and failures. We simultaneously improve our current operational efficiency and create innovative future solutions by:

• Being curious about our status quo and empowering new solutions.
• Prioritising the actions and outcomes that best support our vision and strategy
• Embracing change and inspiring others to be adaptable.
• Utilising setbacks as positive opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Looking outwards to anticipate trends and identify transferable good practice

Celebrating on route

We take time to measure and celebrate our collective impact. We express appreciation and value our collective efforts and achievements by:

• Regularly reviewing the impact of our activity
• Expressing appreciation and providing constructive feedback.
• Celebrating milestones and achievements that contribute to the collective impact of the Ramblers
• Cultivating a positive and supportive atmosphere

Values and Behaviours

Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.

Inclusive

We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.

Inspiring

We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.

Empowering

We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.

Responsible

We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.

Please note that we do reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

A rare and exciting opportunity to support the fundraising, strategic development and impact evaluation of a wide range of Charities in the UK, as part of a friendly and supportive consulting team.

Charity Fundraising Ltd provides a comprehensive range of fundraising, strategic consultancy and evaluation services to Charities and other not-for-profit organisations. Established in 2000, our services range from grant and contract bid writing and review, to developing fundraising strategies, developing M&E frameworks and undertaking project and programme evaluations. We also offer a range of strategic support, mentoring and training. We work with lots of amazing charities, both local and national, small and large, across the UK, covering themes such as: Homelessness; addiction; youth; community; disability; mental health; minoritised groups; medical conditions; heritage; environment and more.

We are seeking an exceptional fundraiser who can offer a strong track record of driving organisational growth in the voluntary sector. Multi-year experience in two or more of the following core service areas is essential:

• Achieving major grant funding from trusts, foundations, lottery distributors, public sector agencies or similar.
• Planning and developing successful fundraising strategies and action plans.
• Undertaking voluntary sector project evaluations / developing M&E frameworks.
• Planning and developing successful contract tender submissions.

The role is varied and interesting - managing a portfolio of clients and supporting them directly or strategically with their fundraising, impact evaluation and organisational development. Our consultants are all employees and we work closely together as a supportive team, sharing and developing skills and knowledge. We anticipate the appointee may not hold experience across all core areas of our services. We will enable the appointee to focus on projects that play to their strengths and experience and provide further support and training as necessary.

Based from home (must be UK resident), with ad hoc client and team meetings/socials (all travel paid), mostly within England. All IT equipment provided. Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE - 28 hrs).

Benefits include: 24 days paid annual leave (pro rata), 4% employers pension contribution, potential cash / annual leave bonus, CPD budget and paid CPD time + lots of opportunity to learn from our experienced consultant team.

Please note that applications will only be considered where the screening questions are fully completed.

Here's what some of our team say about working for Charity Fundraising Ltd:

"I don’t think I have ever worked with such a nice bunch of people, everyone has been very welcoming, supportive and just all round lovely" 

"I really enjoy working for CF because I get to work independently with a diverse range of interesting clients, and am also part of a great, supportive team - best of all worlds!"

“Supportive and fun team; and great to learn new ideas from others fundraising skills, knowledge and expertise”

"I love being part of such a passionate, professional team and who prides itself on building close working relationships with each other and with our clients."

The Talent Set is delighted to be partnering Pets as Therapy (PAT) to recruit a Head of Fundraising, who will play a pivotal role in delivering the new fundraising strategy and increasing income to £1.7 million.

PAT is a UK-wide charity that inspires and enables volunteers to share the joy of their pets. Every day over 4,000 people in hospitals, care homes or schools get to meet a PAT Dog or Cat. That brief visit brings the comfort and joy that only a pet can give.  Over the past few years, income has increased from circa £600k to circa £1.5 million. They are now looking to diversify their income portfolio, reaching new audiences and ensuring long term, sustainable income.

This new role of Head of Fundraising, reporting to the CEO, will lead PAT’s fundraising and marketing work. Alongside implementing the fundraising strategy for PAT, you will personally lead the individual giving program. The post holder will also be a member of the PAT SMT (Senior Management Team).

Key Responsibilities:

• Grow income through implementing the new fundraising strategy
• Diversify income streams to give sustainable growth
• Build the capability and capacity of the fundraising team, currently 3 direct reports
• Develop a program of individual giving
• Increase the profile and awareness of PAT

Key experience:

• Managing small, high performing teams
• Expertise of developing an individual giving program
• Developing and implementing campaigns, appeals and events
• Relevant experience of supporter journeys and data capture in CRM, ideally Salesforce
• Budget setting and budget management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good understanding of GDPR, fundraising regulations and best practice
• Strong commitment to equality of opportunity

Closing date: Tuesday 28th January

First stage interviews will be held virtually w/c 3rd February, with final in person interviews taking place in London on 12th February.

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

This is a pivotal strategic role in our organisation which will focus on the growth and development of our engagement with our stakeholders, partners and supporters. Together with your counterpart, The Head of Fundraising and Communication (Public and Corporate), you will drive income growth and lead on developing our social capital and presence within the city.

We are currently undergoing a strategy refresh and are looking for someone with a proven record of securing and maintaining large, multi-year grants, strategic acumen, innovative thinking and a positive proactive outlook to support us on the next stage of our development.

This role will be based at our main office in Bristol and will require the post holder to be present at our offices with some homeworking.