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Prospectus is delighted to be partnering with our client to recruit their new Senior Prospect Researcher. A pivotal role in the highly successful Philanthropy Team, this post will work across revenue streams to deliver excellent prospect research ahead of big plans in the coming years for the organisation.

The Senior Prospect Researcher will be responsible for the overall management of all aspects of prospect research information and will be able to advise and inform colleagues on the best relationship-based fundraising and engagement activities. You will propose creative and innovative approaches for major gift prospects and will also perform prospect research across corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, and legacy prospects.

Reporting to the Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be an excellent communicator and will enjoy working within a high performing team. The selected candidate will have experience within prospect research and will be comfortable performing prospect research across a range of revenue streams. You will be able to work within a big and expanding fundraising and development team and will understand the ways in which fundraising teams work and will play a vital role in the organisation achieving its strategic objectives.  

 If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus.  

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.      
 
 In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

Senior Prospect Researcher

Job reference: REQ000828

£43,851pa

Woking, Surrey GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working

This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.

At WWF-UK we’re committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via our website.

About the role

We’re looking to recruit a Senior Prospect Researcher to join our dynamic Philanthropy & Events team within the Supporter Income & Engagement directorate. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and qualifying a continuous pipeline of prospects who can provide significant financial support for our efforts to restore nature.

As Senior Prospect Researcher you will focus on building and delivering a strategy for researching and prospecting high-net-worth individuals as well as trusts & foundations capable of principal-level giving (£1m+). You will provide research and insight for both fundraisers and the Executive Group, preparing briefing documentation, collaborating with colleagues on the allocation of prospects, and regularly assessing our Due Diligence and Gift Acceptance Framework to ensure we remain compliant and demonstrate best practice. Working with the Philanthropy & Events leadership, you will also help develop a prospect pipeline for the new Three Basins campaign. You will develop the team’s use of our CRM system (moving to Microsoft Dynamics in 2025), collate strategic guest lists and implement an internal screening process to identify existing supporters with potential for uplift. You will also have responsibility for developing an effective workload management approach for the prospect research unit. You will share our passion for protecting the future of our planet for people and nature and be skilled at inspiring supporters both in person and in writing.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience of prospect research within a high-value fundraising environment.
• Experience managing and prioritising a prospect research function pipeline.
• Ability to analyse and interpret information from a range of sources.
• A history of working in partnership with donor-facing colleagues & supporting their activities through research and market intelligence.
• Ability to use fundraising databases/CRM systems, especially Microsoft Dynamics.
• Excellent communication, organisational & interpersonal skills.
• Desire to embrace and encourage collaborative working.
• Ability to inspire and develop others.

Benefits, rewards & location

The salary for this role is £43,851. We also offer a full benefits and rewards package including:

• Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options
• 7.5% employer contribution to pension, increased to 10% with employee contribution.
• Training and development opportunities
• Regular wellbeing initiatives.

This role is hybrid and you’ll be required to be in the office 20% of your contracted hours. The job is based at our UK head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey. The Living Planet Centre is one of the greenest buildings in the UK, and you’ll hot desk among trees and gardens.

About WWF-UK

We’re a global conservation charity with hundreds of projects around the world and millions of supporters. 

At WWF-UK, we’re bringing our world back to life. Protecting what’s left is not enough – we’re now in a race to restore the natural world and prevent catastrophic climate change before it’s too late. And it’s a race we can still win. 

We’re courageous and passionate about fighting for the future we want to see – a world where people and nature can thrive. 

We were born out of passion and science, and for more than 60 years we’ve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We operate with integrity, collaboratively and with respect for those we work alongside. 

How to apply and the recruitment process

Please click on the link and apply via our website by completing the application form and submitting a copy of your up-to-date CV and a supporting statement to highlight what makes you a good fit for us.

Application closing date: 19/01/2025

Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.

Position: Senior Prospect Research Officer - Maternity Cover
Type: Full-time (35 hours a week), Fixed Term until 3 April 2026
Location: Office-based from one of our national offices (London, Cardiff, Belfast, or Edinburgh) with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: £32,301* per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2, Charity

*You will start at our entry point salary of £32,301 per annum, increasing to £34,320 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £36,338 after a further 6 months.

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK. 

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference. 

About this job

Please note this is a fixed term contract until 3 April 2026

Our Philanthropy & Partnerships team, which solicits support from major donors, companies, trusts and foundations, is at the heart of the Stop MS Appeal. Our dedicated Prospect Research team is looking for an individual who wants to develop their skills and experience in a busy fundraising team, working on a variety of exciting fundraising projects; we’re looking for a good communicator and a team player. 

Your core responsibilities will include: producing high quality prospect research, identifying new prospects for support and influence, and ensuring the database is effectively configured to meet the needs of the Philanthropy and Partnerships team. Ideally, you will have demonstrable experience of identifying and qualifying potential high value prospects and making recommendations on actions to take, along with a good working knowledge of supporter databases and prospect research tools and resources.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on 3 January 2025

Interested?

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Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

Chance to Shine is a national children’s charity. We change young people’s lives through cricket giving them the opportunity to play, learn and develop through the sport. We keep them physically active, teach them vital skills like teamwork, communication and leadership. And above all, they have fun.  

Chance to Shine takes cricket to new places and uses it to ignite new passions, teach vital skills, unite diverse groups, and educate young people from Cornwall to Canterbury to County Durham.  

Since 2005 our Chance to Shine Schools programme has helped reverse the decline of cricket in state schools with millions of boys and girls in over 13,000 state schools playing and learning through cricket. Chance to Shine Street supports young people in under-served communities to access and benefit from cricket in a free, inclusive, fun and fast-paced tape ball environment.  

The Fundraising Team is tasked with helping Chance to Shine achieve its ambition, securing new funding partnerships and the stewardship of existing donors across a range of funding streams: Corporate, Events, Trusts and Foundations, Individual giving, and statutory funding to support the delivery of Chance to Shine programmes. 

We are looking for an individual with experience of prospect research within the charitable sector, who can lead the prospect research, pipeline management, and information management function within the Fundraising team. The person in this role will have excellent attention to detail and a keen analytical eye to enable the fundraising team to succeed. 

The role does not require an understanding of cricket but does require an enthusiasm towards changing children and young people’s lives.  

Purpose of the role 

We are seeking a Prospect Research Officer working 3 days / 22.5 hrs per week, who will work across the fundraising team to research and identify individuals, trusts and foundations, and corporates whose values and interests align with Chance to Shine’s mission. By doing so, you will be making a major contribution to growing the charity's high value supporter base; and to maximizing its engagement with existing and potential supporters. 

The post holder will: 

• Lead on the research for new business prospects across all fundraising streams (individuals, trusts and foundations, corporates) 
• Create detailed briefs for key stakeholders at Chance to Shine events 
• Lead on the pipeline management process, ensuring records are up-to-date 

1) Key Responsibilities
 

Prospect research

• Deliver high quality prospect research briefings on individuals, trusts, and corporates for the fundraising team, members of the charity’s senior leadership as well as senior volunteers and board members.
• Ensure research output is timely, insightful, accurate and well presented; in compliance with relevant data protection laws and the charity’s supporter journey.
• Lead on network mapping for current donors and key prospects including links to Chance to Shine Trustees and Development Board members.
• Create prospect and supporter bios ahead of fundraising meetings and cultivation events.

Prospect management

• Support the fundraising team with the management and analysis of prospect information through The Raiser’s Edge database.
• Ensure database systems are maintained accurately by analysing and updating information on individuals, companies, and trusts and foundations.
• Maintain the fundraising team’s prospect pipeline process within The Raiser’s Edge database.

Strategy and Planning

• Work with the Head of Fundraising and other team members to develop a prospect research strategy and manage its implementation within the fundraising team.

Compliance and due diligence

• Lead on data protection compliance for Fundraising working with the Fundraising Assistant and wider team as appropriate.
• Draft due diligence on prospective supporters where required in line with Chance to Shine’s gift acceptance policy.

2) Key relationships

The job holder will liaise with:

· Fundraising team

· Impact & Evaluation, Operations, Communications & Digital and Finance & Resources teams.

· Trustees and senior volunteers.

3) Skills, knowledge & personal competencies

• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to present complex information for a range of audiences in a variety of formats.
• Ability to work to the highest standards, to be analytical, methodical and thorough with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of the principles of fundraising to include identification, research, solicitation and stewardship.
• Experience of using and championing the intelligent use of Raiser’s Edge or a similar CRM system for data capture and reporting.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work proactively, managing your own workload and ensuring deadlines and priorities are well handled.
• A desire and aptitude to develop a career in prospect research.

· Good IT skills with experience of using MS Office, Word, Excel.

· Good team player.

· Enthusiasm to embrace Chance to Shine values: Inspiring, ambitious, passionate, inclusive and fun. 

1) Key Responsibilities
 

Prospect research

• Deliver high quality prospect research briefings on individuals, trusts, and corporates for the fundraising team, members of the charity’s senior leadership as well as senior volunteers and board members.
• Ensure research output is timely, insightful, accurate and well presented; in compliance with relevant data protection laws and the charity’s supporter journey.
• Lead on network mapping for current donors and key prospects including links to Chance to Shine Trustees and Development Board members.
• Create prospect and supporter bios ahead of fundraising meetings and cultivation events.

Prospect management

• Support the fundraising team with the management and analysis of prospect information through The Raiser’s Edge database.
• Ensure database systems are maintained accurately by analysing and updating information on individuals, companies, and trusts and foundations.
• Maintain the fundraising team’s prospect pipeline process within The Raiser’s Edge database.

Strategy and Planning

• Work with the Head of Fundraising and other team members to develop a prospect research strategy and manage its implementation within the fundraising team.

Compliance and due diligence

• Lead on data protection compliance for Fundraising working with the Fundraising Assistant and wider team as appropriate.
• Draft due diligence on prospective supporters where required in line with Chance to Shine’s gift acceptance policy.

2) Key relationships

The job holder will liaise with:

· Fundraising team

· Impact & Evaluation, Operations, PR & Communications and Finance & Resources teams.

· Trustees and senior volunteers.

3) Skills, knowledge & personal competencies

• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to present complex information for a range of audiences in a variety of formats.
• Ability to work to the highest standards, to be analytical, methodical and thorough with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of the principles of fundraising to include identification, research, solicitation and stewardship.
• Experience of using and championing the intelligent use of Raiser’s Edge or a similar CRM system for data capture and reporting.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work proactively, managing your own workload and ensuring deadlines and priorities are well handled.
• A desire and aptitude to develop a career in prospect research.

· Good IT skills with experience of using MS Office, Word, Excel.

· Good team player.

· Enthusiasm to embrace Chance to Shine values: Inspiring, ambitious, passionate, inclusive and fun. 

Key Responsibilities

Prospect research

• Deliver high quality prospect research briefings on individuals, trusts, and corporates for the fundraising team, members of the charity’s senior leadership as well as senior volunteers and board members.
• Ensure research output is timely, insightful, accurate and well presented; in compliance with relevant data protection laws and the charity’s supporter journey.
• Lead on network mapping for current donors and key prospects including links to Chance to Shine Trustees and Development Board members.
• Create prospect and supporter bios ahead of fundraising meetings and cultivation events.

Prospect management

• Support the fundraising team with the management and analysis of prospect information through The Raiser’s Edge database.
• Ensure database systems are maintained accurately by analysing and updating information on individuals, companies, and trusts and foundations.
• Maintain the fundraising team’s prospect pipeline process within The Raiser’s Edge database.

Strategy and Planning

• Work with the Head of Fundraising and other team members to develop a prospect research strategy and manage its implementation within the fundraising team.

Compliance and due diligence

• Lead on data protection compliance for Fundraising working with the Fundraising Assistant and wider team as appropriate.
• Draft due diligence on prospective supporters where required in line with Chance to Shine’s gift acceptance policy.

Key relationships

The job holder will liaise with:

· Fundraising team

· Impact & Evaluation, Operations, Communications & Digital and Finance & Resources teams.

· Trustees and senior volunteers.

Skills, knowledge & personal competencies

• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to present complex information for a range of audiences in a variety of formats.
• Ability to work to the highest standards, to be analytical, methodical and thorough with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of the principles of fundraising to include identification, research, solicitation and stewardship.

About Rockinghorse Children’s Charity

Rockinghorse Children’s Charity supports sick and disabled children across Sussex. We support babies, children and young people, along with their families, at The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital and The Trevor Mann Baby Unit in Brighton and all of the specialist children’s wards and baby units throughout Sussex. 

We deliver and fund projects that enable doctors and nurses to do more. All of projects are led by the needs of children and young people and their families – the lifesaving medical equipment, the support for parents and families, the toys for children spending time in hospitals across Sussex, the environments and spaces that help children feel more at home when they are in hospital and additional staff to make sure children get the best possible care when they are unwell. 

Originally set up in 1967 by Dr Trevor Mann, we have been supporting children for more than 55 years, and in that time, we have supported nearly a million children and their families. As the official fundraising arm of the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital, including the Trevor Mann Baby Unit, we work with the NHS, charity partners and the Sussex community to ensure children can be children no matter now sick they are. 

We do not receive any government, statutory or local authority funding and so we rely on the generous support of individuals, community groups, companies and trusts: people like you, who care about children and want Sussex to be a safe place for children to grow up. 

About the role

In 2022 we launched our three-year strategic plan, which prioritised our activities to enable us to support more babies, children and teenagers. As we enter the final year of this strategy the charity continues to expand and develop its projects and services children all over Sussex.

This role will support the Head of Philanthropy in securing income in line with targets and developing relationships with Trust and Major Donor supporters, to ensure we can continue to deliver life-saving projects for children and young people across Sussex.

You’ll bring excellent organisational skills, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, evidence of brilliant relationship management skills and a passion and enthusiasm for fundraising. You’ll be part of a successful fundraising team that values wellbeing and champions teamwork, where our vision for children and young people is shared, and success is celebrated.

Duties of the role 

Supporting the charity to secure income from Trusts, Foundations and Major Donors:

Research

· Undertake regular research on Trust and Major Donors prospects and donors to identify trusts and individuals with propensity to give donations of £2,000 and above and with a fit to our aims and objectives and to deepen our understanding of interests and objectives.

· Work with the rest of the team and with Rockinghorse Trustees to ensure there is a system for new Trusts and potential Major Donors to be flagged to us.

· Keeping Trust and Major Donor pipeline information updated regularly on e-tapestry (fundraising database).

Engage

· Develop bespoke action plans for an agreed number of Trust and Major Donor prospects and supporters to help us engage, cultivate and solicit donations.

· Work with the Head of Development and Philanthropy to design and deliver bespoke cultivation events and experiences.

· Assist the Head of Development and Philanthropy with developing introductions into Trustee networks, based on network mapping exercises already conducted.

Cultivation

· Work with the Head of Development and Philanthropy to manage our relationship with an agreed number of Major Donor prospects to help us grow our supporter base.

· In collaboration with the Head of Development and Philanthropy, develop a stewardship programme for an agreed number of warm trust supporters, ensuing regular and inspiring feedback and updates on our work, which connect supporters to the difference they make.

· Plan and attend bespoke project visits with prospects and donors.

· Create bespoke feedback reports and updates.

· Plan and manage an annual supporter thank you event for Rockinghorse supporters across all teams.

Ask

· Work with the Head of Development and Philanthropy to make an agreed number of Trust applications to warm and cold trust prospects throughout the year.

· Work with Head of Development and Philanthropy and the Chief Executive Officer to make financial asks of our prospective Major Donor supporters based on the right project, at the right time.

· Create and develop compelling cases for support based on our projects.

Supporting the charity to deliver brilliant, funded projects that support children and their families:

Rockinghorse delivers and funds around 70 projects per year – supporting sick and disabled babies, children, young people and their families in hospitals in Sussex.

· Work with Head of Development and Philanthropy to ensure we have enough projects that fit the Trusts and Major Donor prospects in our pipeline.

· Work with Head of Development and Philanthropy to design and develop innovative new projects to support asks to our Major Donor supporters.

· Work with Projects Manager and project leads to ensure everyone is aware of the level of feedback and evaluation required for projects funded by Trust and Major Donor supporters and to ensure that we receive regular updates from project leads.

· Work with the Head of Marketing and Communications and project leads to build up a bank of case studies, quotes and stories we can use to feed back to donors.

 Support the operations of the charity more widely:

· Model excellent conduct and behaviours in line with the charity’s values and ethos.

· Carry out other such duties as may be required for the purposes of the charity; this will include working during evenings and weekends as required and the postholder would be expected to work flexibly to do so.

· There are travel requirements for this post (covering the whole of Sussex) to attend, put on events and meet with our supporters.

Person specification 

Essential experience, skills and knowledge for the role: 

1. Experience and understanding of the principles of Trust and Major Donor fundraising (prospecting, research, making applications, making asks and stewardship).

2. Able to work collaboratively and build productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and third-party agencies.

3. Able to prioritise own workload effectively and confidence to work autonomously.

4. Excellent time management skills with strong prioritisation and organisation skills.

5. Brilliant communication and interpersonal abilities – able to engage with stakeholders quickly and effectively.

6. Ability to handle confidential donor information.

7. Experience of using customer relationship management platforms (Rockinghorse uses e-Tapestry).

8. Commitment to Rockinghorse Children’s Charity’s mission, vision and values.

Desirable experience, skills and knowledge: 

1. Experience managing communications and/or marketing to support fundraising engagement and support.

2. Previous work experience with a non-profit, or charitable organisation.

3. Experience of using MailChimp or other CRM & email platforms.

4. Experience of making applications to charitable trusts and managing relationships.

5. Experience of major donor giving, prospecting and stewardship.

Work skills you’ll need on the job: 

1. Brilliant organisational skills.

2. Excellent people skills, adaptable and flexible in manner and approach.

3. Excellent written and verbal communication.

4. Ability to work on own initiative and as an active team member.

5. Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits of working for Rockinghorse Children’s Charity: 

· 25 days annual leave (prorated for part-time) plus bank holidays. 

· An additional day of annual leave on your birthday. 

· Christmas closure days (prorated for part-time) – up to three additional days of annual leave.

· Cycle to work scheme. 

· Competitive pension scheme. 

· Employee and dependants’ health cash plan including access to an online GP and counselling. 

· Family leave including maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity leave. 

· Ongoing opportunities for learning and professional development for staff. 

· Quarterly reward and recognition days for all staff. 

· Opportunity for flexible, hybrid and part-time working. 

· Subsidised car parking in Brighton. 

· Access to Enterprise Car Club. 

Rockinghorse is committed to building an inclusive workplace, with equity for all, whilst embracing and championing inclusion and diversity. We welcome applications from all. 

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Application Process 

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter outlining how you fulfil the eight essential elements of the person specification.

Your covering letter must address your experience, skills and knowledge against the eight essential elements of the person spec. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. If you also have any of the five desirable criteria, please outline these too. 

If you need any support with the process or application, please get in touch. We can also talk to through the role and answer any questions you may have informally.

All applicants will be shortlisted (to go to interview) based on their ability to demonstrate they have, or can gain, most of the essential criteria for the role – as demonstrated in the covering letter.

Estimated Timeframes: 

· Application Deadline midnight 12th January 2025.

· Shortlisting w/c 13th January 2025. 

· Interviews will be Wednesday 22nd January 2025 in central Brighton.

Interviews will be with the CEO, the Head of Development & Philanthropy and Head of Fundraising and Partnerships and will consist of a series of set questions (the same for each candidate) about your skills, experience and knowledge relating to the post (Essential, Work and Desirable skills).

The interview will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the role, the charity and the process of recruitment.

The role will be available from 1st February 2025 onwards (depending on post holder’s availability).

To ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and promote diversity, Rockinghorse Children’s Charity is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

Senior Development Research Officer

Manchester

Grade 7 (£34,866 to £39,105)

Ref: 7983

Permanent

Are you a curious and organised professional looking to advance your career in prospect research and fundraising? Look no further. 

Join our vibrant and forward-thinking Development and Alumni Relations team at Manchester Metropolitan University as we seek a Senior Development Research Officer, to underpin our fundraising efforts. We foster strong, positive connections between the University and its alumni and supporters. We also lead the University's charitable fundraising initiatives. 

The role:

In this pivotal role, you will lead and manage the University's efforts in identifying and analysing potential donors. Your methodical approach will enhance our systems for documenting and tracking prospects, and you will develop customised strategies to engage them. This position is crucial to our fundraising activities, ensuring the delivery of precise and relevant information about prospective and current donors, including high net worth individuals, corporations, and charitable foundations. As a Senior Development Research Officer, you will utilise sector-leading software and databases to drive efficiencies and have the support and opportunity to thrive.

You will:

• Lead the identification and analysis of potential donors.
• Develop and manage systems for documenting and tracking donor prospects.
• Create and implement customised engagement strategies for potential donors.
• Provide detailed research and analysis to support the Development and Alumni Relations leadership team, Philanthropy Managers, and senior colleagues.
• Expand the portfolio of potential major donors and manage initiatives to accelerate growth.
• Offer strategic guidance and support to Philanthropy Managers and fundraising colleagues.
• Conduct thorough due diligence on prospective major donors and present findings in clear, logical reports.
• Collaborate with external agencies on prospect research and development projects.
• Drive efficiencies in the prospect research function by identifying and integrating effective software and systems.

We need:

• Excellent research skills and tenacity to seek external and internal information about potential supporters, at all levels.
• Ability to sift through large volumes of information quickly, from a range of sources, identifying key points and summarising concisely.
• Knowledge of data protection regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders and colleagues.

Why Join Us?

• At Manchester Met, we're not just an institution; we're a community.
• Exciting Office Environment: Our modern office space is just a stone's throw away from Oxford Road Station. With a convenient location, you'll have easy access to public transport and all the city has to offer.
• Flexible Work Schedule: We believe in work-life balance. You'll usually spend two days a week in the office, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds.
• Impactful Work: As the Senior Development Research Officer, you'll contribute directly to our strategic goals; your role will shape the future of our alumni relations and fundraising efforts.
• Professional Growth: Join a team that values your growth. We'll support your development and provide opportunities to learn and thrive.

We believe in working together, sharing knowledge and valuing everyone's contributions. Develop your skills, further your knowledge and be part of a team who are transforming lives, every single day!

Manchester Met University is committed to creating an intentionally inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We understand the importance of having a diverse workforce and the benefits it can bring to ensuring diversity of thought and innovation in everything we do. We, therefore, encourage applications from people from ethnic minority groups, disabled people and people who identify as LGBTQIA+.

Please note that the University is closed from 21 December 2024 and will reopen on 02 January 2025. Any recruitment queries received will be responded to after this date.

Closing date: 8 January 2025

We are seeking a dynamic and resourceful individual to join The Radley Foundation as Development Officer and help shape the future of philanthropy at Radley College. You will bring energy, creativity, and a proactive approach to delivering our community-wide appeals and regular giving programmes, help produce the Foundation communications and content creation, help deliver the Foundation and Radleian Society events, support with major donor prospect research, and general operational support.

The Development Officer will join a close-knit, supportive and collaborative Development Office (the Foundation and Radleian Society) dedicated to supporting Radley College’s mission and advancing its fundraising goals. While a background in education is advantageous, we welcome candidates from various sectors, prioritising drive, energy, and passion.

We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills,  the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and the ability to manage multiple projects over long periods. 

We offer a competitive salary based on experience and a number of staff benefits. 

ROLE PURPOSE

The Trusts, Foundation and Corporate Partnerships Manager will play a critical role in maximising income for St George’s Hospital Charity through the development and management of relationships with trusts, foundations, and corporate partners. This position requires a can-do, proactive attitude in securing unrestricted and restricted philanthropic support for key projects, particularly our Time For a Change fundraising appeal that aims to raise £5m to transform our children’s wards at St George’s Hospital.

You will be responsible for growing restricted and unrestricted income through the development of strategic, long-term partnerships with Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partners that provide a sustainable source of income. Working closely with Head of High Value and Director of Fundraising and Communications the postholder will be instrumental in developing a strong and realistic pipeline prospects and securing regular five-six figure gifts. You will maintain £1.2m income/year with ambitions to grow this income to £1.7m/year from Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partnerships over the next 5 years and by 29/30. The ideal candidate will be proactive and solutions focussed. They will have a proven track record of philanthropy including relationship management, proposal writing, budget development and collaboration with internal teams to communicate impactful fundraising appeal

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising Responsibilities

• Develop a strong and realistic pipeline of Trusts and Foundations and Corporate Partnerships that align with our strategic objectives and fundraising appeals.

• Be proactive and ambitious supporting the growth of our income across Trusts, Foundations and Corporate Partnerships from £1.2m/year to £1.7m/year over 5 years.

• Develop and manage a robust income portfolio, researching prospects, making approaches, building relationships and submitting compelling proposals and application to Trusts and Foundations and Corporates.

• Build project budgets from scratch.

• Create tailored stewardship opportunities for funders which effectively communicate the difference their support has made. To include face-to-face meetings, hospital visits, written reports/digests and attendance at relevant events to strengthen relationships and enhance donor engagement

• Provide regular progress reports to the Head of High Value and Director of Fundraising and Communications, highlighting milestones, KPIs, and potential risks to income generation.

Corporate Partnerships Management

• Contribute to and implement the strategy for securing new corporate partnerships while maintaining and enhancing relationships with existing partners to ensure ongoing support.

• Develop creative and impactful partnership pitches and proposals to attract new corporate sponsors.

• Oversee account management plans for existing corporate partners, programming stewardship events, ensuring that reporting is undertaken, engagement is sustained and opportunities for growth are identified and acted upon.

• Work closely with senior volunteers and stakeholders to develop new business leads and maximise partnership potential.

• Collaborate with the Community & Events Manager to leverage corporate opportunities, turning local engagements into larger partnerships.

Trusts and Foundations Management

• Build and maintain income from Trusts and Foundations using prospecting tools and desk-based research.

• Be proactive in approaches to Trusts and Foundations via phone and/or emails

• Develop creative and compelling approaches and applications that are tailored to charitable objectives of funders.

• Build project budgets and fundraising pipelines in line with funders requirements.

• Maintain and manage a calendar of activity for Trusts and Foundations to ensure we deliver an excellent level of stewardship including six-monthly updates and bespoke visits.

Research and Pipeline Management

• Conduct thorough research to identify and qualify potential funders across trusts, foundations, and corporate sectors, maintaining a dynamic philanthropy pipeline.

• Monitor and manage progress through the pipeline, ensuring that prospects are appropriately cultivated and that targets for each stage of the portfolio are met.

• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and data protection laws throughout the prospect research and relationship management processes.

General Duties

• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder communications in our Raiser’s Edge database and activities in line with data protection obligations and best practices.

• Work with Finance to reconcile income.

• Participate actively in team meetings and contribute to the overall objectives of the fundraising department.

• Working with the Head of High Value ensure our offer to partners is accurately reflected on our SGHC – Role Profile Page 3 of 3 website. This may include updating webpages.

• Supporting fundraising events.

• As and when required, provide front desk coverage, welcoming visitors and donors at the Welcome Office and serving as a friendly and helpful representative of the organisation.

• Engage in continuous professional development and participate in regular performance reviews. This is not an exhaustive list of tasks.

Duties may vary depending on Charity’s needs. Interviews will take place on Monday 13 January and be help in person

We are looking for an organised, experienced, and proactive Fundraising Officer to drive income generation at ELR. This exciting new role will be key in securing essential capital and revenue funds to support all areas of our work, from restoring historic locomotives and repairing bridges and viaducts to supporting education projects in our Transport Museum and covering day-to-day operational costs.

In this role, you will raise the profile of fundraising across the organisation and work closely with colleagues, volunteers, and the Board to increase income from diverse sources, including trusts and foundations, individuals, corporations, and statutory bodies.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and a self-starter, eager to develop and lead new fundraising initiatives with a keen eye for detail. As an enthusiastic ambassador for our work, you will build our supporter base and clearly convey the impact of ELR to potential partners and stakeholders. You should have strong experience in building fundraising relationships, managing administration, and creating compelling content for various marketing channels (social media, website, crowdfunding, print, etc.).

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the fundraising strategy for a leading North West visitor attraction and heritage site. With significant potential to explore new fundraising avenues, accelerate activity, and foster a visible culture of philanthropy, this role offers great scope for professional growth.

The position is initially for two years, with a review after 18 months and the potential to transition into a permanent, full-time role upon the successful achievement of key objectives.

There are four criteria that will disqualify applicants, so please only apply if you meet all of the following requirements:

1. At least three years of fundraising experience.
2. Experience securing funding from various sources, including trusts, foundations, corporations, individuals, and government bodies.
3. Experience providing excellent stewardship and relationship management with supporters.
4. Experience conducting prospect research to identify potential supporters.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 6th January at 12:00.

Remuneration package:

Salary range: £27,000 - £30,000, depending on experience.

• Free travel on East Lancashire Light Railway services
• Rail Staff Travel Scheme, which allows discounted travel on the UK National Rail Network
• Company pension scheme
• Group Life Insurance inc. death in service benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme including BUPA Healthy Minds & Help@Hand app

A full-time office based role but hybrid and flexible working is available to this post.

Are you passionate about children’s literacy? Do you want to use your fundraising skills and experience to enable opportunity for children living with little or no access to books and reading? Can you help us to create a home environment where reading for pleasure is part of the fabric of family life? If so, read on - we may have just the job for you here at Doorstep Library!

We are looking for a passionate and astute fundraiser, able to make and develop relationships with stakeholders and manage funding portfolios. You will have a flair for communicating, in writing and in person, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to spot and develop an opportunity. This is an exciting and varied role, where you wil see our projects first hand and the difference that we make.

ClientEarth is seeking a Senior Grants Officer to join our Business Development team, focusing on securing new grant income to support our environmental mission. In this role, you will research and build relationships with trusts, foundations, and institutional donors, crafting detailed funding proposals that align with ClientEarth’s innovative systems-change strategy.

This position offers the chance to work closely with a collaborative team, contributing to projects that have a direct impact on global environmental challenges. You will play a vital role in identifying opportunities, managing donor relationships, and ensuring our ambitious plans are supported by sustainable funding.

Main Duties

• Prospect research and pipeline development - Proactively undertake research to identify, qualify and prioritise new funding prospects/ opportunities to support the build of a pipeline of high quality leads to guide future fundraising efforts
• Business Development and Income generation - Meet with funder contact points to understand their interests/priorities, present proposals and provide insight to ClientEarth’s work
• Systems and processes - Provide timely and accurate information to the Business Development Manager on funding opportunities in their portfolio and progress with workplan, as requested, to enable accurate monitoring and reporting
• Understanding of ClientEarth’s programmes and funding needs - Proactively seek information about programmatic activity on a continual basis

Role requirements

• Experience of working in a fundraising or business development role for a charity, NGO, private or public entity;
• Experience of drafting compelling and successful proposals for trusts, foundations and statutory institutions and securing multi-year grants, ideally at the six-figure level and above;
• Experience of coordinating the engagement of a variety of internal and external stakeholders during complex, multi-stage proposal development processes;
• Experience of supporting the relationship development process with a new donor, from prospect research through to ask.

Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Further Information

Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.

Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more.

ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds.

Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.

SOS Children’s Villages UK is part of a global federation which exists to ensure that each child and young person grows up with the healthy relationships they need to become their strongest selves. We are the world’s largest non-governmental organisation focused on supporting children and young people who don’t have, or who are at risk of losing, parental care.

Now recruiting for a Trust and Foundations Officer, with experience of securing funds in any sector who enjoys picking up the phone and building relationships with donors. This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious and progressive team, working within an international federation that supports children and young people across the world.

You will have the opportunity to:

• manage and grow a portfolio of small to medium trusts and foundations, increasing income by identifying new prospects and through the stewardship of existing donors.
• write high quality applications and communicate accurately and transparently on the progress made with donors’ funds. 
• work with our network of international programme experts to develop expertise in key programme areas and build your knowledge of international development.
• support colleagues with applications and reports to large funders, building experience of working with institutional partners. 

This role sits within the Programme Funding Team and suits an ambitious self-starter with excellent IT, research, communication, writing and organisational skills with an interest in developing their knowledge of international development.

To Apply

Please read the full job description within the Candidate Pack, and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.

The deadline for applications is Wednesday 1st January 5pm UK time. We reserve the right to close the application process early if a successful candidate is found.

Please note: The post-holder must be UK-based. We are unable to provide employment sponsorship if required and unfortunately cannot progress applications without the required right to live and work in the UK on a permanent contract.

We are seeking an organised and resourceful individual to lead our Philanthropy & Corporate Partnerships Support Services function. As a Philanthropy & Corporate Partnerships Support Services Manager, you'll play a key part in helping our team achieve their goals and support impactful fundraising initiatives.

About Us: Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a fantastic Health Charity to recruit a Philanthropy Manager on a permanent basis. Reporting into the Director of Fundraising, this role will manage a team of three to oversee income across Major Donors and Trusts & Foundations income streams.

The Philanthropy Manager is a crucial role in the Fundraising team, responsible for proactively leading the cultivation and stewardship of potential and existing Major Donors, Trusts, and statutory bodies, with a particular focus on driving significant income growth. Key duties include:

· Lead on the Philanthropy strategy, annual plans, budgets, and KPIs.

· Drive the growth a portfolio of existing supporters and new prospects giving at the five and six-figure gift level, with a particular focus on new income development.

· Lead on maintaining relationships with key Major Donors, Trusts and Statutory bodies, through exemplary stewardship.

· Work closely with colleagues to develop inspiring fundraising cases for support and impact reporting.

· Work closely with colleagues to engage donors through a programme of special events

· Manage, coach and support three direct reports.

We’re looking for the following skills and experience:

· Track record of securing five or six figure funding from Major Donors, Trusts and statutory sources to achieve challenging income targets.

· Delivering a prospect research programme and effective prospect management

· Excellent relationship management skills, with tangible experience of leading and delivery first-class stewardship plans

· Line management experience to build a collaborative and high performing team

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 every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises 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.