Supporter Acquisition Manager

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading charity as a Supporter Acquisition Manager, where you will spearhead key marketing campaigns that enhance donor engagement. This role is pivotal in achieving annual fundraising goals while managing a substantial budget and leading a dedicated team. Ideal for someone with strong project management skills and a passion for impactful charity work.

Benefits

Impactful work in a charitable organization

Opportunity for professional development

Dynamic team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in leading successful direct marketing campaigns.
• Proven track record in donor acquisition and management.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and delivery of multi-channel fundraising campaigns.
• Manage a significant budget and lead project initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Head of Individual Giving for campaign strategy.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Direct marketing expertise

Donor engagement

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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The Salvation Army UK and Ireland Territory

Location:

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week, with at least 40% of hours worked across each month at our London Headquarters.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Are you a strategic thinker and dynamic project manager with expertise in direct marketing? Join The Salvation Army as a Supporter Acquisition Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering impactful recruitment campaigns that drive our mission forward!

About the Role:

As part of the Individual Giving Section (IGS) within our Fundraising Department, you'll work closely with the Assistant Head of Individual Giving to help grow our donor base and contribute to an annual fundraising target of £50 million in unrestricted income.

In this role, you’ll act as a direct marketing subject matter expert, leading cold recruitment campaigns and shaping new products and acquisition streams. You'll oversee the planning and delivery of multi-channel campaigns across both online and offline media, ensuring strategic focus and effectiveness. Additionally, you’ll manage a seven-figure expenditure budget and provide leadership through line management of a Supporter Acquisition Officer or Executive.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and possess the skills to drive donor engagement, we’d love to hear from you.

Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK

For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please click here. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.