Trust and Foundations Officer

We are excited to be expanding our High Value Fundraising team by recruiting four additional roles in 2024/25. These new positions are essential for enhancing our capacity in new business development, donor stewardship, and impact evaluation, allowing us to seize the significant opportunities presented by the current philanthropic landscape. We are committed to diversifying our income streams and securing our financial future, and these new roles are integral to achieving these goals.

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1. Research and evaluate new funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and other grant funders, maintaining a 12-month funding calendar.

2. Cultivate and nurture relationships with funding/ grant-making organisations, both new and existing.

3. Develop compelling cases for support for designated projects or organisational areas, tailoring funding bids and applications accordingly.

4. Submit timely reports to donors, ensuring compliance with monitoring and evaluation requirements.

5. Support the maintenance of internal systems that track fund allocation and expenditure, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information for funders.

6. Manage donor records on the Raiser’s Edge fundraising database, including recording activities, income, and producing management reports.

7. Stay informed about funding opportunities and trends in the sector through attending conferences, workshops, and events.

8. Generate accurate and timely management information on fundraising activities and budgets.

9. Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Fundraising and Marketing and/or the Trust and Foundations Manager.

10. Proactively assess own performance and development needs.