Head of Fundraising

United Christian Broadcasters; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

United Christian Broadcasters is seeking a passionate Head of Fundraising to shape their fundraising strategy and lead a talented team. This role involves creating innovative campaigns across multiple channels to grow income and engage more people with God’s Word. If you are excited about Christian mission and have a strong fundraising background, this is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior fundraising role with a track record of achieving financial targets.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in Direct Mail fundraising.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape and drive UCB’s fundraising strategy.
• Lead and inspire a talented team.
• Bring creative campaigns to life across various channels.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Fundraising Strategy

Team Management

Job description

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We’re thrilled to be partnering with United Christian Broadcasters (UCB), an inspiring Christian media charity passionate about sharing God’s Word with everyone, everywhere, every day. Through UCB Radio, and their powerful devotional Word for Today, they bring hope and encouragement into countless homes. Their incredible Prayerline volunteers respond to around 90,000 calls a year, offering prayer and support when it’s needed most. From print to digital, UCB is helping people across the UK connect with God in real and relevant ways.

We are seeking a passionate and visionary fundraiser to become their new Head of Fundraising. In this role you’ll shape and drive UCB’s fundraising strategy, bringing creative campaigns to life across direct mailings, digital, broadcast, and events. This role is about growing income, exploring fresh ideas, and building a strong, sustainable fundraising mix. You’ll also lead and inspire a talented team, fostering a culture of innovation, purpose, and collaboration. If you're passionate about Christian mission and excited to help more people engage with God’s Word, then perhaps this role is for you.

The Successful Candidate Must Be Able To Demonstrate

• Experience in a senior fundraising role, with a track record of achieving financial targets across multiple income streams.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in Direct Mail fundraising.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop others.
• Excellent project management skills, capable of planning, executing, and evaluating campaigns.
  
  

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a caring Christian workplace, surrounded and supported by creative Christians united in purpose. Together, you’ll play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK encounter God in everyday moments. If you’re looking for work that reflects your faith, this is it.

For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

• In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian and in agreement with UCB’s mission and values.
  
  

Location: Hybrid - Stoke on Trent (60% onsite, 40% home)

Closing date for applications: Thursday 29 May 2025

Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by Wednesday 4 June 2025

Interviews with UCB: w/c 9 June 2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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