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Fundrising & Engagement Manager

Job details
Posting date: 30 July 2024
Salary: £35,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 29 August 2024
Location: Flitwick, Bedford
Remote working: Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week
Company: Work Relief Limited
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

We are WR Fundraising Recruitment and we are extremely proud to be working with a hugely important regional charity which is committed to improving mental health and wellbeing in the community. This amazing charity is now seeking a Fundraising & Engagement Manager to join their high-achieving income generation team.

This is a pivotal role within the charity, and we’re looking for a strategic thinker with a proven track record of fundraising successes. As Fundraising & Engagement Manager, you’ll be responsible for implementing a comprehensive fundraising plan, developing a range of income streams, and leading the fundraising & engagement team.

With the aid of the Fundraising & Engagement Coordinator, you’ll raise funds from a range of sources, including corporates, community groups and trusts, whilst also delivering an existing calendar of events and developing relationships with major donors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by mental health issues.

Fundraising & Engagement Manager
Full Time, Permanent
Bedfordshire, Hybrid
Salary – Circa £35,000

Duties will include:
• Leading on the implementation of a robust fundraising strategy
• Building and leading a high-performing fundraising & engagement team
• Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with community groups, businesses and major donors
• Identifying and developing opportunities for funding from trusts and foundations
• Delivering an annual calendar of fundraising events
• Developing strategies to increase brand awareness and donor engagement

The ideal candidate will:
• Have demonstrable experience of fundraising successes within at least two of: trusts and foundations, major donors, community, corporate or events fundraising.
• Be a confident and compelling communicator, able to tailor their style to different audiences
• Have outstanding planning, organisational, and implementation skills
• Be willing and able to travel across the area and occasionally work outside of normal hours
• Have the ability to lead and inspire a team of fundraisers
• Have a full Driving Licence, and access to a vehicle

To apply and for further information, please email a copy of your CV in the first instance.

WR Fundraising Recruitment are passionate about bringing together talented fundraising professionals with fantastic organisations. We’d love to hear from you if you are looking for a new fundraising opportunity.