Director of Fundraising & Partnerships

WEBRECRUIT; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven charity in Winchester is seeking a dynamic Director of Fundraising & Partnerships to shape their fundraising strategy and cultivate relationships with major donors. The role requires proven senior-level fundraising experience, strong networking skills, and the ability to lead a high-performing team. Join this organization to make a tangible impact and enjoy flexible hybrid working options.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Supportive culture

Personal and professional development opportunities

Involvement in major CRM modernization project

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising with multi-stream income growth.
• Ability to represent the organization as a trusted ambassador.
• Experience using technology and analytics for fundraising decisions.
• Strong collaborative skills to work with Trustees.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-year fundraising strategy across various streams.
• Cultivate and manage high-value supporters and partners.
• Drive innovation in fundraising approaches.
• Provide insights to the CEO and Trustees.

Skills

Senior-level fundraising experience

Networking skills

Data-driven approach

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Tools

CRM systems

Analytics tools

Job description

Director of Fundraising & Partnerships

Location: Hybrid flexible working, Winchester based office (expectation 1 day per week)

Salary: £60,000-£70,000

Our client helps adults at risk of or affected by hepatic related disease or cancer. They are looking for a dynamic and strategic Director of Fundraising & Partnerships to join their Senior Management Team and lead their ambitious plans to grow income and impact.

This pivotal role will shape and deliver their fundraising strategy, diversify income streams, and build long-term relationships with major donors, corporate partners, trusts, and foundations.

What You'll Do:

• Lead a multi-year fundraising and partnerships strategy across trusts, foundations, major donors, corporates, legacies, individuals, community, and digital channels.
• Personally cultivate and manage high-value supporters and corporate partners.
• Drive innovation using the latest fundraising tools, technology, and analytics to embed a data-driven approach across the team.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing fundraising team.
• Provide strategic insight and reporting to the CEO, SMT, and Trustees.

What Our Client is Looking For:

• Proven senior-level fundraising experience with multi-stream, high-value income growth.
• Someone who can represent the charity as a trusted ambassador, building strong and lasting relationships with trustees, donors, corporate partners and other key stakeholders, while using their networking skills to confidently promote our client's work and open up new opportunities.
• Experience maximising the benefits of CRM systems, analytics, and emerging technologies to drive data-led fundraising decisions.
• Inspirational leader, collaborative team player, and strategic thinker.
• Someone who enjoys working collaboratively with Trustees to connect with new supporters and partners, inspiring them to get involved and champion our client's mission.
• Enthusiasm for their mission, combined with a commitment to working in line with their values.

Why Join Our Client?

With a new strategy and a rebrand launching soon, this is a fantastic time to join our client. This is a high-profile leadership role with the opportunity to shape the future of fundraising at a mission-driven charity.

As an employer, our client is proud to offer:

• Flexible and hybrid working to support your work-life balance
• A supportive and friendly culture where your wellbeing matters
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, including access to training programmes, support for professional memberships, and chances to represent the organisation at external events and conferences
• Regular supervision and Personal Development Plans that focus on your work goals, alongside opportunities to collaborate across teams
• The opportunity to play a leading role in a major project to modernise our client's CRM system within the next two years, ensuring fundraising and supporter care systems are fit for the future
• The chance to lead and inspire, while making a tangible difference to people's lives every day

Apply: Please send your CV and a supporting statement (maximum two pages) outlining how you meet the role and person specification via the apply button.

Closing Date: 17 October 2025 - applications will be reviewed, and interviews may be held, as they are received.