Fundraising Manager

READ Foundation

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Fundraising Manager, you will be working within a team to create, develop, and nurture relationships with high-value individuals and major donors, partners, and your local communities to maximize income. You will be responsible for the full cycle of maximizing donation income from research, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. This role involves identifying, researching, and cultivating new sources of income, identifying and securing additional prospects through exploring networks and sectors, implementing and managing an effective account plan for each supporter, and providing financial income and expenditure reports for each donor. You will develop and manage effective relationships, ensuring excellent and consistent supporter stewardship, manage a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals and major donors, and work across wider fundraising networks and communities to identify engagement opportunities. You will also arrange and manage fundraising events, manage and support volunteers, and undertake occasional paid overseas travel with potential donors and deployments. Any other duties as directed by and agreed with the National Fundraising Manager UK.

Requirements

Experience of effectively managing a portfolio of diverse donors and prospects is desirable.
Excellent communication skills in order to build long lasting relations.
Event and project management experience.
Previous experience in juggling a demanding workload.
Forward thinking, strategic and innovative.
Excellent written and presentation skills.
Excellent research skills.
Basic experience using Excel Spreadsheets.
Organised, punctual and the ability to multitask.
Proven track record in achieving targets.
Must have the right to work in the UK.
Adhere to READ's Safeguarding and PSEA Policies and Code of Conduct at all times.
Report any safeguarding concerns or SEA incidents they become aware of, following READ's reporting mechanisms.
Participate in mandatory safeguarding training and refresher sessions.
Cooperate in good faith with any safeguarding investigations, audits, or reviews conducted by READ.
Promote a culture of safeguarding within their respective roles and ensure that safeguarding risks are identified and mitigated.

Nice To Haves

Occasional paid overseas travel with potential donors and deployments.

Responsibilities

Develop a community fundraising strategy to implement a clear plan of action to generate income.
Be an ambassador at events, supporting the delivery of READ Foundation’s vision and ensuring that the charity’s profile and reputation are upheld.
Maintain and develop relationships with HNW /potential / existing donors to maximise donations.
Champion philanthropic engagement and activities to ensure that organisationally we are maximising opportunities to achieve the greatest return.
Hold regular fundraising events and dinners and manage and develop volunteers.
Hold regular meetings with the National Fundraising Manager UK to evaluate the progress and success of targets & objectives set.
Work at all times within the guidelines of the Institute of Fundraising best practice and comply with relevant legislation and regulation.
Work within an innovative, positive and creative ethos, identifying new opportunities for fundraising.
Adhere to stated policies and procedures as per the company handbook including health and safety requirements.
Build the capacity of the READ Foundation team in the area of Major donor and community fundraising.

Benefits

Role specific training, development and growth opportunities
Health insurance cash plan (including 24/7 access to GP services, discounted gym membership & counselling service) (after probationary period)
Eye care contribution
Hybrid working options available (some days working remotely can be discussed at time of interview)
Occupational Pension Scheme
Cycle to work scheme (after probationary period)
Car salary sacrifice scheme (after probationary period)
32 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays and company-wide holidays)
Paid time off for bereavement, sick days and medical appointments
Awards for employee of the year
Annual years of service rewards
Access to Bright Exchange discounts
Annual away days/retreats involving training, teambuilding, outdoor and social activities.
Free parking in a central location
Access to prayer facilities
Free tea, coffee & snacks