Head of Fundraising
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 March 2026 |
| Location: | SK13 7BQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Reuben's Retreat |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
JOB TITLE: Head of Fundraising
REPORTING TO: Chief Executive
HOURS: Full time, 37.5 hours (occasional evenings/weekends)
LOCATION: Glossop & Ashton-under-Lyne
SALARY: Competitive, dependent on experience (shared on request)
OVERVIEW
Reuben’s Retreat supports families of child loss and families with children living with medical complexities. We provide practical and emotional support and a safe space for families to relax, recharge, remember and rebuild.
Our Values: Authentic • Compassionate • Unique • Trusted
PURPOSE OF ROLE
A senior leadership position responsible for income generation and communications, ensuring the charity is financially sustainable, visible and trusted. The Head of Fundraising will lead strategy, planning and delivery of all fundraising and marketing activity, develop a multi-year income plan, manage a small team and strengthen the organisation’s profile and impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Planning: Develop and deliver a multi-year fundraising strategy with the CEO.
Team Leadership: Manage and motivate the fundraising team, setting targets and fostering high performance.
Income Generation: Grow diverse income streams including individual giving, trusts, corporates and legacies.
Communications & Brand: Oversee brand voice, website, social media and content planning (with external support).
Relationship Management: Build and steward relationships with major donors, partners and funders.
Financial Management: Manage budgets, track ROI and report to the CEO and Trustees.
Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations, GDPR and ethical standards.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Essential Experience & Skills
Senior fundraising experience or strong transferable experience in sales, business development or relationship management.
Proven leadership and team management ability.
Excellent stakeholder and relationship-building skills.
Experience setting and achieving financial targets.
Strong planning, organisation and project management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of fundraising best practice or willingness to learn.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable
Charity fundraising experience.
Grant and trust fundraising knowledge.
CRM / donor database experience.
Understanding of GDPR and compliance.
WHAT WE OFFER
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing charity.
Supportive, friendly team environment.
Training and professional development.
Ability to shape the future of fundraising.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Personal Qualities (Essential)
Warm, approachable and relationship-focused.
Self-motivated, target-driven and able to work independently.
Positive, confident and able to inspire others.
High integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
Resilient, organised and able to manage competing priorities.
Empathetic toward the families we support.
Flexible to work occasional evenings/weekends.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your CV and a personal statement (up to 500 words) explaining how you align with our values and your suitability for the role.
Job Type: Full-time
REPORTING TO: Chief Executive
HOURS: Full time, 37.5 hours (occasional evenings/weekends)
LOCATION: Glossop & Ashton-under-Lyne
SALARY: Competitive, dependent on experience (shared on request)
OVERVIEW
Reuben’s Retreat supports families of child loss and families with children living with medical complexities. We provide practical and emotional support and a safe space for families to relax, recharge, remember and rebuild.
Our Values: Authentic • Compassionate • Unique • Trusted
PURPOSE OF ROLE
A senior leadership position responsible for income generation and communications, ensuring the charity is financially sustainable, visible and trusted. The Head of Fundraising will lead strategy, planning and delivery of all fundraising and marketing activity, develop a multi-year income plan, manage a small team and strengthen the organisation’s profile and impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy & Planning: Develop and deliver a multi-year fundraising strategy with the CEO.
Team Leadership: Manage and motivate the fundraising team, setting targets and fostering high performance.
Income Generation: Grow diverse income streams including individual giving, trusts, corporates and legacies.
Communications & Brand: Oversee brand voice, website, social media and content planning (with external support).
Relationship Management: Build and steward relationships with major donors, partners and funders.
Financial Management: Manage budgets, track ROI and report to the CEO and Trustees.
Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations, GDPR and ethical standards.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Essential Experience & Skills
Senior fundraising experience or strong transferable experience in sales, business development or relationship management.
Proven leadership and team management ability.
Excellent stakeholder and relationship-building skills.
Experience setting and achieving financial targets.
Strong planning, organisation and project management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of fundraising best practice or willingness to learn.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable
Charity fundraising experience.
Grant and trust fundraising knowledge.
CRM / donor database experience.
Understanding of GDPR and compliance.
WHAT WE OFFER
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing charity.
Supportive, friendly team environment.
Training and professional development.
Ability to shape the future of fundraising.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Personal Qualities (Essential)
Warm, approachable and relationship-focused.
Self-motivated, target-driven and able to work independently.
Positive, confident and able to inspire others.
High integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
Resilient, organised and able to manage competing priorities.
Empathetic toward the families we support.
Flexible to work occasional evenings/weekends.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your CV and a personal statement (up to 500 words) explaining how you align with our values and your suitability for the role.
Job Type: Full-time