Trusts and Philanthropy Officer (Remote - full-time or part-time)

IPSEA - Independent Provider of Special Education Advice; Essex; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity focused on special educational needs is seeking a Trusts and Philanthropy Officer to join their dedicated fundraising team. This remote position offers the opportunity to research funding opportunities, prepare applications, and manage relationships with funders. You'll play a key role in shaping the fundraising strategy to ensure long-term financial sustainability for the organization. If you are passionate about advocating for children and young people with special educational needs and have the required fundraising skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising and managing relationships with funders.
• Strong research skills to identify funding opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Research funding opportunities and prepare applications and reports.
• Manage relationships with funders and support fundraising strategies.

Skills

Fundraising skills

Researching funding opportunities

Relationship management

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Trusts and Philanthropy Officer (Remote - full-time or part-time)

Join to apply for the Trusts and Philanthropy Officer (Remote - full-time or part-time) role at IPSEA - Independent Provider of Special Education Advice

IPSEA is the leading charity in the field of special educational needs and disability (SEND) law in England. We provide free legal advice and support to families, training on SEND legal frameworks, and influence policy nationally and locally.

We seek an experienced Trusts and Philanthropy Officer to join our small, ambitious fundraising team. This role involves researching funding opportunities, preparing applications and reports, managing relationships with funders, and supporting strategies in major gifts and philanthropy. It offers a chance to shape our future fundraising strategy and help secure long-term financial sustainability.

This position is remote with occasional travel for meetings (about 4-5 times per year).

If you are committed to advocating for children and young people with SEND and possess fundraising skills, we would love to hear from you.

To apply:

• Visit our website via the link on this ad
• Read the Trusts and Philanthropy Officer Recruitment Pack
• Download and complete the application form
• Submit your application through our HR system, Breathe

For questions, contact our Fundraising Manager, Victoria Lewis, at [e-mail]. Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 12 May 2025

First-round interviews: 21 or 22 May in central Birmingham