Impact-Driven Fundraising & Partnerships Lead

Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Trent Bridge Community Trust, the charitable arm of Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, is seeking a Head of Fundraising to diversify income and secure multi-year funding. You will build partnerships, lead major events and manage grant applications to support community programmes across Nottinghamshire.

The role requires a proven fundraising track record, excellent bid-writing skills, and the ability to travel between sites. 35 hours weekly, with a start date of 1 November 2026.

Qualifications

• 35 years' proven track record in fundraising and income generation.
• Experience securing funding from multiple streams: grants and trusts, corporate partnerships, events and individual giving.
• Experience managing fundraising pipelines and targets, developing strategic partnerships delivering measurable outcomes.
• Exceptional bid writing and grant application skills with understanding of funding landscapes and compliance.
• Excellent relationship management and networking skills to engage diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the fundraising strategy and income targets.
• Develop rolling fundraising pipeline and identify new income opportunities.
• Write high-quality applications to local authorities, trusts and funders.
• Develop and grow programme sponsorships, events and individual giving.
• Lead flagship events and maximise income through sponsorship and participation.
• Track KPIs and report progress to the Trust Board.

Skills

Fundraising

Grant writing

Strategic planning

Relationship management

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Degree in business/marketing/communications

Tools

CRM system

JustGiving

Job description

Trent Bridge Community Trust, the charitable arm of Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, is seeking a Head of Fundraising to diversify income and secure multi-year funding. You will build partnerships, lead major events and manage grant applications to support community programmes across Nottinghamshire.

The role requires a proven fundraising track record, excellent bid-writing skills, and the ability to travel between sites. 35 hours weekly, with a start date of 1 November 2026.