Trust Fundraising Officer

Royal Star & Garter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization based in London is seeking a Fundraising Officer to generate funds from trusts and statutory sources. You will write compelling funding applications, maintain relationships with funders, and support veterans and their partners living with disabilities. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. The position offers hybrid working with travel to various locations.

Benefits

Excellent training

Team benefits

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience of securing income from Trusts, foundations and statutory sources.
• Proven success in writing funding applications.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with funders.
• Experience using fundraising CRMs to track income.

Responsibilities

• Generate funds from major trusts and foundations.
• Write compelling funding applications.
• Maintain strong relationships with funding organisations.
• Track income progress against targets.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Proficiency in IT

Self-motivated and proactive

Tools

Donorfy

Microsoft Teams

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

The Partnerships team is looking for a new member to join our team. You will be working with a variety of major trusts, foundations and statutory sources. This is an exciting opportunity that will enable you to develop your fundraising experience and skills whilst helping us to develop and deliver new initiatives.

Hybrid working with ability to travel to Hampton Office and our Homes in High Wycombe, Solihull, Surbiton and Worthing.

We are a values-led organisation working within our dedicated fundraising & marketing department. We are passionate about making a difference to the lives of the people we care for and ensuring they receive the care they need to live life to the full. We value our team and provide excellent training and benefits.

Purpose of the Role

• To generate funds from major trusts, foundations and statutory sources
• Leading support for this area of fundraising for our Worthing Home
• Contribute to overall mission to support veterans and their partners living with disabilities or dementia

Job Description

Income Generation

• Research, identify, and secure income from major and local trusts, foundations and statutory sources that align with our organisational priorities.
• Write compelling and persuasive funding applications, ensuring all required information is accurate and well-presented.
• Maximise income through both unrestricted and restricted funding opportunities.
• Work closely with the Partnerships Manager to implement the trusts and statutory fundraising strategy effectively.

Donor Stewardship and Communication

• Provide excellent stewardship to all funders, ensuring reporting and communication requirements are met timely and professionally.
• Maintain and nurture strong relationships with funding organisations and bodies to secure long-term support.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create impact reports and regular updates that bring our work to life.

Finance and Administration

• Track and report on income progress against targets, ensuring accurate records are maintained in the CRM system (Donorfy).
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant legislation and guidelines, including GDPR and safeguarding regulations.
• Support the Partnerships Manager with administrative tasks linked to applications, reporting, and compliance.

Other

• Stay informed of changes in statutory and trust fundraising landscapes, sharing insights with the team.
• Contribute to broader fundraising projects as required.

Person Specification

• Experience of securing income (five-figure gifts min) from Trusts, foundations and statutory sources.
• Writing successful funding applications with proven income generation.
• Building and maintaining relationships with funders to support long-term income streams.
• Using fundraising CRMs, ideally Donorfy, to track income and manage relationships.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to craft compelling applications and impact reports.
• Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in IT, including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online research tools.

Personal Characteristics

• Passionate about supporting veterans and their partners living with disabilities or dementia.
• Enthusiastic, self-starting, and capable of working well independently.
• Collaborative team player who values respect and integrity.

Conditions of Employment

• Satisfactory references from two referees including one from your current or most recent employer
• A pre-employment medical screening
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure
• Proof of the Right to Work in the UK

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