Fundraising Officer

Redditch, Worcestershire (On-site)
£20,000 - £25,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

Join Where Next, a leading charity with over 40 years of empowering adults with learning disabilities. As the largest day service provider in Worcestershire, we are committed to fostering independence, work skills, and enjoyment for our clients.

We are currently undergoing an exciting transformation, and this is your chance to be part of it! We’re looking for a dynamic Fundraising Officer (Grants) to help secure the future of our charity by developing key funding streams and building successful corporate partnerships.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead on fundraising through grants, corporate partnerships, and other funding mechanisms
  • Write and develop winning bids to secure financial support
  • Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners and funders
  • Support the strategic direction of the organization by identifying new funding opportunities
  • Collaborate across teams to align funding with operational needs
  • Manage fundraising data using the charity’s CRM system

What We’re Looking For:

  • Degree or equivalent (desirable)
  • Experience in writing bids, reports, or other detailed documents
  • Knowledge of the charity sector and fundraising (desirable)
  • Excellent communication skills, with strong attention to detail
  • Proactive and creative mindset, always looking for new opportunities
  • A passion for making a difference in the lives of those with learning disabilities

What We Offer:

  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional Christmas shutdown
  • Full sick pay for up to 6 weeks per year
  • A positive training and development scheme to support your growth
  • A pension scheme and access to a health and well-being app
  • Special leave for life events: day off on your birthday, moving day, or wedding day
  • A supportive and empowering work environment

This is your opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation that’s making a real difference. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role that will challenge and inspire you, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to join our mission and help drive our impact forward.

Application resources
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Where Next View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 21 - 50
Posted on: 18 October 2024
Closing date: 16 November 2024 at 13:05
Job ref: WN_PGM1_21
Tags: Fundraising, Learning Disability