Head of Fundraising

Royal Hospital; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A national charity hospital in London seeks a Head of Fundraising to lead income generation across various streams including Community, Events, and Corporate. The successful candidate will manage a high-performing fundraising team, develop strategies, and engage with key donors. This role requires strong public speaking skills and a proven track record in the charity sector. Hybrid working is available, with a minimum on-site presence of 3 days per week. Competitive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Free counselling and therapy sessions

On-site wellbeing programs

Cycle2Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior fundraising roles within the charity sector.
• Experience of successful income generation.
• Knowledge of fundraising standards and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand income generation from multiple streams.
• Develop and implement the Fundraising Strategy.
• Manage key donor relationships and drive capital appeals.

Skills

Income generation

Donor stewardship

Stakeholder engagement

Public speaking

Job description

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen at the RHN for an ambitious and strategic Head of Fundraising to lead and expand the RHN's income generation and manage and drive a high performing team. The Head of Fundraising will be responsible for generating income from all fundraising income streams: Community, Events, Corporate, Trusts and Foundations, Legacy and Direct Mail (Donor Development). They will oversee all aspects of fundraising, including developing and implementing the Fundraising Strategy, managing key donor relationships, driving forward any capital appeals and leading a team of fundraising professionals.

• Hybrid working - a strong on-site presence is required for this role with a minimum of 3 days working on-site per week expected (pro rata for part-time).
• Free counselling and therapy sessions, and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing.
• Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UK's only hospital with its own kiln).
• Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
• Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Women's network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce - most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
• Free on-site parking (rare in London).
• More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

We are looking for a passionate, positive and highly experienced individual with a proven track record in senior fundraising roles within the charity sector and experience of successful income generation. Candidates must be skilled in donor stewardship and stakeholder engagement, as well as being a confident and engaging public speaker. Knowledge of fundraising standards and best practice are essential.

We are happy to consider applicants who are looking to work part-time for a minimum of 3 days a week. Candidates must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway – from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care – for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.