Head of Fundraising

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading youth charity seeks a dynamic Head of Fundraising to drive their income generation strategy. The role focuses on developing a comprehensive fundraising strategy and nurturing high-value donor relationships to expand the charity's impact on young people facing significant challenges.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior fundraising roles.
• Experience with trusts, foundations, major donors, or corporate partnerships.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategy.
• Manage relationships with major donors, securing significant gifts.
• Write compelling funding applications and reports.

Skills

Fundraising Strategy Development

Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Leadership

Job description

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Salary: Up to £50k per annum (depending on experience)

Location: London, Aldgate (Flexible/Hybrid working)

Bamboo Fundraising Recruitment are partnered with Renaissance Foundation, a specialist youth charity supporting young carers and young people with life-limiting illnesses. They aim to inspire and empower these hard-to-reach groups, helping them overcome social, educational, and emotional challenges through our three-year programme focused on inspiration, creative learning, and vocational development.

The charity is based in London, with a small but dedicated team, currently supporting around 70 young people. They have ambitious growth plans to expand their reach and impact.

As the Head of Fundraising, you will be a key player in driving their strategy for income generation. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a bold and effective philanthropy programme, focusing on trusts, foundations, corporate partnerships, and major donors. Your work will be pivotal in securing the resources needed to expand our impact and help even more young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy
• Manage relationships with major donors, securing five- and six-figure gifts
• Build and maintain partnerships with corporate sponsors and foundations
• Write compelling funding applications and reports
• Lead new fundraising initiatives and events
• Develop and nurture the fundraising team
• Attend key networking events and manage budgets in line with the charity’s strategy

We are looking for a dynamic individual with a proven track record in senior fundraising roles, particularly with trusts, foundations, major donors, or corporate partnerships. You will be a strategic thinker, capable of building meaningful relationships, and have a passion for helping young people facing significant challenges.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Experience in a senior fundraising role
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines
• Excellent communication skills across various mediums
• Proven ability to develop high-value relationships with donors and partners
• Leadership qualities with a collaborative, team-oriented approach