Fundraiser

• Based in Leatherhead
• £28,000 - £32,000 (DOE)
• Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

Benefits:

• Flexible and hybrid work options
• Employer-paid private healthcare (optional)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Monthly social events
• Free onsite parking

Job Description:

• Overseeing and growing the trust fundraising program.
• Building and nurturing relationships with new trusts and potential sponsors.
• Managing administrative tasks, including maintaining accurate records of trust applications and sponsor inquiries.
• Conducting research and engaging with organisations interested in partnering, ensuring mutually beneficial collaborations.
• Identifying and exploring new funding opportunities to support the charity's growth.
• Collaborating with other departments
• Developing and managing budgets, sponsorship packages, and pricing strategies.
• Representing the charity at selected events throughout the year.
• Assisting with additional tasks where required.

Person Specification:

• Experience in writing applications, bids, reports, and strategy papers for diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of leading negotiations with external stakeholders.
• Happy to occasionally travel.
• Research skills to identify new opportunities.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable in a growing organisation.
• Ability to work independently and persistently raise funds for the charity.
• Strong communication skills (telephone, written, and spoken) with excellent administrative attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage tasks and workload flexibly.
• Creative thinker in identifying new funding opportunities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and quick to adapt to new systems.

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