Trusts & Foundations Manager
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Royal Institution (Ri) is an independent charity which has been connecting people with science for over 200 years. Founded in 1799 through the wonderful generosity of 58 patrons, to this day we remain based in our original, magnificent, Georgian home in central London. Thanks to the support of those early philanthropists, the Ri has inspired generations of scientists over the years whose discoveries have helped shape our modern world.
The Ri has a clear vision that ‘Science is for Everyone’ and it is our belief that everyone should have equitable access to science. Through our packed event programme available in person or online, our UK schools outreach and social impact initiatives, and our global digital reach including over 1.5m YouTube subscribers we achieve our mission by connecting people with scientists to explore science together.
We are looking for a tenacious, determined fundraiser with strong bid-writing skills to join our Fundraising Team and manage our fundraising from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will be results-oriented and a compelling and engaging writer who can work at all levels of the organisation to develop impactful proposals to attract funding which will enable the Ri to achieve its strategy and its potential.
This role is key in maximising income from charitable trusts and foundations, collaborating across the Ri to develop innovative and compelling proposals, delivering excellent account management and stewardship to existing donors, and identifying, researching and engaging new prospects.
You will develop cultivation strategies for current and prospective trusts and foundations donors, as well as implement and manage the stewardship programme to increase retention and value of funding.
About you
Driven and motivated, you will be an engaging communicator and creative thinker with experience at writing persuasive funding proposals and the ability to communicate complex messages to a range of grant-giving audiences.
Do you have:
- Substantial experience of fundraising in the cultural or education sector
- Trusts and foundations fundraising experience and strong bid writing expertise
- Experience preparing fundraising applications and grant reporting
- Demonstrable experience of maximising opportunities, securing income and managing relationships with donors
- Confidence, agility and initiative to work independently and find solutions to challenges
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Please review the full job description and person specification (download below), and click the Quick Apply button to attach your CV and supporting statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why you are interested in the role and how you meet the criteria set out in the person spec by 10am on Monday 17 March 2025.
We plan to interview on 25 or 27 March but may interview as applications come in. We may also close the application process early if we have a strong field of applicants.
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The Ri is a charity that brings the public and scientists together to share their interest and passion for science.
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