Community Fundraising Manager (Primary Schools, London)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education charity is looking for a Fundraising Manager in London to drive income generation through various channels. The role involves working closely with primary schools to support their fundraising goals and will utilize excellent communication and strategic thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising or income generation.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record of achieving income targets.

Responsibilities

• Raise philanthropic income from various streams.
• Support schools’ fundraising priorities for deficit budgets.
• Engage with local businesses, individuals, trusts, and foundations.

Skills

Fundraising

Income generation

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Job description

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Posted:

31.05.2025

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Job Description:

Role: Fundraising Manager (part time ,4 days, or full time, Primary Schools, London)

Salary: £40k per annum

Location: Hybrid in central London

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with two city primary schools both with an individual and distinctive ethos. An exciting opportunity exists for a Fundraiser to join the team. As Fundraiser, you will raise philanthropic income at multiple levels from a variety of income streams including local businesses, individuals, trusts and foundations to support both schools’ fundraising priorities including repayment of the school’s deficit budgets. This is a full-time, permanent role, hybrid working in London, Soho, with at least 2-3 days in the office.

Who are we looking for?

Ideal candidates will have experience in fundraising or income generation, completing bid applications and have experience of working within a results-oriented environment and with a record of achieving income targets. You will have outstanding communication skills both in writing and in person, as well as a proven track record of influencing and negotiating. You will be able to think strategically in the short, medium and long term and resolve complex problems. Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomacy, discretion and tact are also essential for the role. Direct experience of fundraising/income generation within an educational or charity setting would be a bonus however it is not essential for the role.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.