North West Cancer Research

Job Description

 

Job Title:       Regional Fundraiser

 

Reports to:       Head of Fundraising

Hours of Work:    37.5 hours per week

 

Annual Leave:    33 days including bank holidays

 

Salary range:      £29,000 – 34,000

 

Location:      Home based with travel to Head Office and across the region

 

 

Role Summary

North West Cancer Research is the region’s leading cancer charity, dedicated to putting the region’s cancer needs first by funding world-class research and campaigns to tackle the cause, improve the care and find the cures for cancer.

 

Living in North West, we are 25% more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than elsewhere in the UK and many cancers are much more common across the region. Incidences of head and neck cancer for example are 21% higher than the rest of England, lung cancer is 20% more common and liver cancer is 19% above the national average.

The region also suffers from extreme social-deprivation and health inequalities which, when combined, lead to a lower-than-average life-expectancy and poorer quality of life for its communities.

Our award-winning engagement work tackles these inequalities through education, raising awareness and encouraging early diagnosis.

The Charity operates across the North West and North Wales, with a strategy focused on three key deliverables:

 

• Understanding our region – understanding why cancer is more common in our region
• Undertaking research – understanding the cause, improving the care and ultimately, finding cures for cancer
• Outreach and education – improving people’s knowledge of cancer, its symptoms and risk factors to improve the health of future generations

 

As a dynamic regional charity, the organisation has consistently punched above its weight, achieving an impact beyond its size. Since 2000, we have invested over £50m in vital research activities in the region’s top hospitals and universities, constantly pushing the boundaries forward in the fight against cancer. We have also launched influential, region-wide initiatives, including award-winning public health campaigns, a leading-edge annual Regional Report on cancer and creating the innovative Lab-Coat Learning education programme for the region’s schools.

 

We are driven by the difference we are making in the fight against cancer. If this is a fight which excites and inspires you, then step forward: we’d love to hear from you.

 

Background to the role

 

North West Cancer Research has an income of around £2.5m per annum and raises around £1.2m annually to fund its crucial research and public health activity.

 

This is raised by a lively and passionate Fundraising team consisting of a Head of Fundraising, a Corporate Partnerships Manager, a Legacy Officer and a Fundraising and Events Assistant.

 

Their activity is closely supported by a skilled and highly creative marketing team, composed of the Director of Brand and Income, the Marketing & Communications Executive and a Marketing apprentice. Together, we work as one towards the shared goal of maximising our impact in the fight against cancer.

 

Within the last year, we have also employed an experienced senior retailer and have opened two donated goods shops, with an expansion of our High Street presence is anticipated.

 

We have ambitions to continue to grow have therefore taken the decision to expand the team by recruiting two experienced Regional Fundraisers.

 

Anyone wanting an informal conversation about the roles, or to find out more, would be most welcome to contact Carol Kirkham by email at Carol@nwcr.org

 

Purpose of the Post

• Raise funds from a range of sources across the region
• Develop relationships with volunteer fundraisers and groups
• Deliver interactive presentations, activities and outreach sessions at schools and other community groups

 

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Identify and deliver a range of fundraising activities across the region
• Encourage and support fundraising activities in the community carried out by individuals, organisations, associations, and volunteer groups
• Identify opportunities to raise awareness of the charity including giving talks, attending local events, and networking events. This may involve some weekend and evening work.
• Identify and follow up opportunities to secure non-cash or in-kind support
• Deliver interactive presentations, activities and outreach sessions at schools and other community groups and encourage fundraising
• Work collaboratively with the Marketing team to promote events, products and campaigns
• Develop and nurture relationships with volunteer fundraisers, with the aim of maximising the funds they raise
• Co-ordinate the recruitment and appropriate use of volunteers to support local fundraising
• Act as an ambassador for fundraising in the region and build awareness of the benefits of fundraising for the charity and the work we do
• Ensure that all donor details and transactions are recorded on The Raiser’s Edge database

• Ensure that donations are promptly banked and donors thanked appropriately

• Build effective relationships with the NWCR fundraising committees and other groups delivering excellent levels of supporter stewardship
• Support fundraising committees to put on events and activities
• Develop new groups of volunteers to become fundraising committees or groups who run events for the Charity

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Person Specification

 

Education and Knowledge	Essential or Desirable
Qualifications to include at least 5 GCSEs (grade C or above) or equivalent   Good Maths and English education   Experience of or solid working knowledge of the charity sector   Knowledge of the region and local fundraising opportunities   Knowledge of fundraising practices   Member of Chartered Institute of Fundraising	E     E   E   E   D   D
Experience
Use of databases to record contacts and transactions with individuals   Experience of working in the community in a sales or people facing role   Previous fundraising experience in paid or voluntary capacity	D   E     E
Skills
Personal credibility and excellent presentation skills with the ability to inspire people from a range of backgrounds to give their support and so achieve desired outcomes.   Demonstrable interpersonal and relationship building skills   Good organisational skills appropriate for arranging events and other activities.   Computer literate, confident in Microsoft Office and other packages   Dynamic, self-motivated person who can work unsupervised, whilst also being a team player   Ability to work under pressure while paying attention to accuracy and details   Able to deliver public talks and explain the work of the charity	E       E   E     E   E     E     E
General
An understanding of cancer and its impacts   A highly flexible approach to working and a willingness to attend NWCR fundraising events and meetings. This will involve, on occasion, working anti-social hours, including evenings and weekends.   Ability to communicate effectively and influentially with a range of stakeholders including donors, supporters and Trustees   High productivity, drive and a visible ‘can do’ attitude   Willingness and flexible to travel independently across the NWCR area   Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle during working time, which may include some evenings and weekends	D   E         E   E   E   E

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

POST:   Trusts and Foundations Manager

Contract:   Permanent

Salary:   NJC SP28-30 inc LW + pension and other benefits

Hours:   40 hours per week excluding breaks

Annual Leave:      34 days per year including Bank/Statutory Holidays (pro rata for part-time)

Probation Period:   6 months

Notice Period:   3 months

Accountable to:   Senior Philanthropy Manager

                                       

JOB PURPOSE

The Passage’s philanthropy portfolio has grown significantly over the last three years through dedicated relationship management and compelling applications that have brought to life the fantastic work and outcomes achieved by The Passage’s services. A recent audit of our Trusts and Foundations programme identified further opportunities for growth with both newly created and well-established funders.

The Passage’s new three-year strategy, The Art of the Possible, is based around the themes of prevention, convening and sustaining, and highlights the importance of collaboration. The Fundraising, Communications and Trading team are seeking a passionate, articulate, and experienced individual to further enhance and sustain our trusts and foundations income stream so that The Passage can support more people to find a place to call home.

We are looking for a motivated and creative individual to join our high performing and fast-paced Fundraising, Communications and Trading team at an incredibly exciting time. The impact of the cost-of-living crisis means that there continue to be vital new projects that need funding, and we believe that there are further opportunities for growth to support these.

The Trusts and Foundations Manager is responsible for driving income generation from charitable trusts and foundations. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong writing skills, attention to details and the ability to work collaboratively across all departments to gather insights, data, and case studies to demonstrate the value and effectiveness of The Passage’s work.

 

 

 

MAIN TASKS AND DUTIES

 

• Lead relationships with a portfolio of trusts, foundations, and other grant-making bodies to establish a robust pipeline of sustainable income
• Support the Senior Philanthropy Manager to steward and prepare reports for a number of high-value funders
• Research and identify new trust and grant donors and cultivate relationships to grow the existing portfolio and generate additional income
• Provide effective stewardship of existing trust donors and prospects to ensure repeat gifts and to increase support where relevant
• Create innovative opportunities and develop funding proposals that match funding opportunities to The Passage’s range of services
• Prepare and submit all reporting requirements as required by donors.

 

Prospecting and Account Management

• Research, identify and approach prospective new and existing trust and grant donors and engage them in supporting The Passage
• Develop an annual prospect pipeline with the aim of securing sustainable, multi-year income
• Lead an exemplary stewardship programme for supporters through effective account management to maximise income and establish donor loyalty.

 

Bid development:

• Prepare high quality and innovative funding proposals
• Actively seek opportunities that will support the wide range of services provided by The Passage and convert these into compelling funding applications
• Work collaboratively with Passage colleagues to gain a sound knowledge of service provision and encourage their involvement in the development of funding proposals.

 

Budgets and planning:

• Support the Senior Philanthropy Manager to prepare accurate annual budgets, forecasts, and income phasing
• Work with the Senior Philanthropy Manager and Head of Development to regularly review performance, report variances against budget and undertake contingency planning to minimise risk

• Monitor performance against agreed KPIs to ensure activity is on track.

 

Reporting:

• Manage a robust evaluation and monitoring programme for all trust and grant donors, ensuring appropriate, accurate and timely return of external reports including those required as a condition of the funding.
• Monitor a range of KPI and financial reports suitable for use across a range of internal audiences and report back to the Senior Philanthropy Manager
• Maintain accurate records on the Salesforce database and ensure donor records are compliant.

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• In conjunction with your Line Manager to continuously developing the role to ensure that all tasks are being undertaken in an effective and appropriate manner which meets the strategic aims and objectives of The Passage.
• To participate in internal/external meetings as required, and attend training events, conferences, and other functions, as necessary.
• To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal and help in identifying your own job-related development and training needs.
• To ensure that all The Passage policies and procedures are being adhered to, particularly those relating to Health and Safety, the Code of Practice and Confidentiality.
• To contribute to the effective implementation of The Passage’s Diversity and Equality Policy as it affects both The Passage and its work with vulnerable adults.
• To at all times undertake your role in a professional manner maintaining a high-quality standard of work, and to always work in accordance with the aims, values, and ethos of The Passage1.

 

Person Specification:              Trusts and Foundations Manager

This specification sets out the essential abilities and qualities which are used in the selection criteria for the post. When completing your supporting statement please address criteria E1 to E10 and K1 to K5 demonstrating your understanding and knowledge and giving evidence of your experience and abilities.

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EXPERIENCE

E1   Experience of writing successful fundraising applications and proposals.

 

E2      Demonstrable track record of achieving financial targets from trusts and foundations, grant-making bodies, and major donor supporters.

 

E3   Experience of cultivating new prospects and converting them to become warm donors.

 

E4   Proven stewardship skills with the ability to inspire and retain support from trusts, foundations, and other grant-making bodies.

 

E5   Ability to undertake in-depth prospect research and data analysis.

 

E6   Experience of matching funding opportunities to support specific areas of work/projects/service provision.

 

E7   Experience of preparing and submitting monitoring and evaluation reports.

 

E8   Excellent information technology skills, with experience of fundraising databases.

 

E9   Experience of working with or within the voluntary sector. (Desirable)

 

E10      Experience of securing new funding from trusts or grant-making bodies. (Desirable)

 

KNOWLEDGE

K1   Up to date knowledge of trust and foundation prospects, particularly those most suited to supporting the work of The Passage.

 

K2   Able to understand budgets and summarise financial information

 

K3   Knowledge and expertise of working with CRM systems to effectively manage donor relationships.

 

K4   Educated to degree level or equivalent. (Desirable)   

K5   Relevant qualification in fundraising. (Desirable)

In addition to the above the following table indicates the standard expectations that all employees/workers are to work towards.

 

Vincentian Values and Integrity Maintains social, organisational, and ethical values in all actions
1 People Management	2 Personal effectiveness
Establishes and communicates clear standards and expectations and helps all staff to develop full potential	Confidence, adaptability, and stamina to rise to new challenges and deliver results. Ability to plan and organise to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Take responsibility for own continuous learning and professional development
3 Expertise	4 Creativity and Innovation
Recognised as a source of expertise and insight. Keeps up to date with the latest professional developments. Applies expertise to realise competitive and professional advantage for Passage	Ability to source and develop new ideas. Ability to practically implement new ideas to solve problems and bring about improvements to services and resources.
5 Continuous Improvement	6 Problem-solving and decision-making
Recognising the need for action or change and taking the appropriate action without needing to be told.	Ability to use logical processes for solving problems and making decisions
7 Change, Project, and resources management	8 Needs led services
Plans and organises projects and the activities of others to achieve results; able to manage resources within budget.	Focused on views and needs of clients ensuring a quality led effective service delivery in a psychologically informed way
9 Commitment and Integrity	10 Team Working
Maintains social, organisational, and ethical values in all actions	Committed and reliable member of team and understanding impact of role on others
11 Communication	12 Building effective external relationships
Written and oral communication is concise and accurate.	Ability to build up and maintain a network of external contacts who can help achieve service goals.
13 Equality, Diversity and Rights
Promotes equity and diversity, upholding the rights of clients, staff, and volunteers

 

June 2025

 

 

Job Description

 

Job Title:      Digital Communications Fundraiser

Contract type:   Permanent

Salary:      xxx

Hours:         37.5 hours per week

Department:      Fundraising

Reports to:      Head of Fundraising

 

Are you driven by creating exceptional experiences that inspire loyalty and drive meaningful impact? Do you excel at building automated, insight-led marketing journeys that boost engagement and revenue? If yes, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

As our Digital Communications Fundraiser, you'll be at the forefront of designing and optimising supporter journeys that deepen relationships, utilising the opportunities our recent migration to Donorfy brings. Your work will directly influence how supporters connect with our cause—boosting donations, increasing retention, and enhancing their overall experience.

This role is ideal for a strategic, data-savvy professional who thrives on personalisation, automation, and creating high-impact, multi-channel supporter journeys.

Key Responsibilities

Journey Design & Automation

• Develop and execute data-driven, automated supporter journeys to strengthen engagement and retention.
• Identify key moments to deliver relevant, timely, and personalised communications.
• Use behavioural insights to maximise engagement and increase conversion rates.
• Implement initiatives that drive additional supporter value

Data-Driven Optimisation

• Analyse supporter behaviour and journey performance to optimise engagement strategies.
• Segment audiences to ensure communications are highly targeted and effective.

Enhancing Supporter Value

• Ensure each interaction delivers tangible value and fosters a sense of connection and reward.
• Incorporate supporter feedback and testing insights into continuous journey improvements.

Team Collaboration

• Partner closely with fundraising and marketing teams to align messaging and strategy.
• Ensure a consistent supporter experience across all channels and touchpoints.

Performance Tracking & Reporting

• Monitor journey performance and report on engagement and financial KPIs to assess effectiveness and areas for growth.
• Use data to make informed decisions and increase income across individual and in memory giving

Innovation & Growth

• Stay ahead of trends in digital marketing and supporter engagement.
• Test new tools and approaches to keep journeys fresh, impactful, and results-driven.

Supporter-Centric Approach

• Champion the voice of the supporter in everything you do.
• Use feedback to shape a more responsive, relevant, and engaging experience.

About You

• Experience in supporter or customer journey mapping or CRM-based engagement.
• Strong analytical mindset with a passion for data-led decision-making.
• Expertise in personalisation, audience segmentation, and multi-channel communication.
• Creative thinker who balances supporter satisfaction with strategic revenue goals.
• Excellent communicator with strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Working knowledge and experience in relation to ICO, Fundraising Regulator and The Charity Commission and other relevant professional governing bodies and any particular Acts of Parliament or other statutory requirements, which may change from time to time.

 

 

 

 

Training

1. Undertake any necessary training for professional and personal development.
2. Assist with the training of volunteers associated with fundraising as required.
3. Participate in all mandatory training.

 

General Duties

1. Work in support of the Head of Fundraising to ensure the objectives of the fundraising strategy are achieved: regularly communicating and evaluating special areas of responsibility.
2. Act as an ambassador on behalf of the hospice
3. Prepare activity reports on a weekly basis.
4. Liaise with the Head of Fundraising with regard to day to day issues ensuring that any necessary action is taken.
5. The hospice expects staff to demonstrate a commitment to their own development, taking advantage of education and training opportunities.
6. Ensure the health and safety of all fundraising employees and volunteers and safe handling of all equipment and resources.
7. Ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with the hospice’s Equal Opportunities policy.
8. Any other duties which may, from time to time, be required in the interest of the hospice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PERSON SPECIFICATION

E = Essential - D = Desirable

 

CRITERIA	STANDARD	E/D	MEASURED BY
Qualifications	GCSE grade C or above or equivalent in Maths and English	E	Application form
Work Experience	Experience of using a CRM	E	Application form/interview
	Experience of using data to segment	E	Application form/interview
	Experience of automating supporter/customer journeys	E	Application form/interview
	Experience of achieving KPI’s in relation to engagement and income	D	Application form/interview
	Experience of working with and managing volunteers	D	Application form/interview
	Experience of working in a fundraising environment	D	Application form/interview
	Working knowledge of the regulatory environment in relation to digital marketing	E	Application form/interview
Skills	Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal	E	Application form/interview
	Strong data analytical skills	E	Application form/interview
	Able to empathise and construct relationships with a wide range of people	E	Application form/interview
	Ability to work as part of a team	E	Application form/interview
	Ability to work without supervision	E	Application form/interview
	Flexible attitude towards work	E	Application form/interview
	Willing to undergo further training	E	Application form/interview
Knowledge	Knowledge of Microsoft Office	E	Application form
	Experience of using databases	E	Application form/interview
	Knowledge of charity law and best practice	E	Application form
Personal Characteristics	Smart appearance	E	Interview
	Car driver with access to a car	D	Application form/interview

 

 

 

 

 

Title:	Corporate Fundraiser
Hours of Work:	37.5 Mon-Fri with flexibility to meet the needs of the department
Salary Band:	Band 5, pts 16 – 19
Responsible to:	Fundraising Manager
Accountable to	Head of Income Generation and Marketing
Minimal qualifications	GCSE C Grade or equivalent in English and Maths

 

AIM

Responsible for leading the cultivation, stewardship and growth of business partnerships, delivery of vital income to support the work of Springhill Hospice through corporate partnerships, fundraising activity and sponsorship. Working with the Fundraising Manager the post holder will be responsible for maintaining and growing this income line with the targets for the Department.

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Income Generation

1. Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward corporate support at all levels covering income streams including corporate fundraising, corporate membership scheme, corporate sponsorship, charity of the year partnerships, payroll giving, corporate/partnership events and support in kind.
2. Steward and develop Springhill Hospice’s Business Buddies scheme by delivering and developing a vibrant offer to members.
3. Plan, execute and evaluate Hospice-led events targeted at corporate supporters, including but not limited to; The Man and Woman of Rochdale Luncheons, Golf Day, Business Buddies Big Breakfasts and Hospice Bi-Annual Ball.
4. Work closely with existing supporters to maximise the value of relationships.
5. Identify and target new business supporters and opportunities to generate income from new relationships.
6. Monitor income, expenditure and other KPIs, providing full reports for these activities to the Fundraising Manager.
7. Act as an ambassador for Springhill Hospice, including, but not limited to, undertaking speaking engagements, acting as a spokesperson attending events and attending networking events and conferences as required.

 

Planning and Strategy

1. Play an active role in contributing to the fundraising strategy.
2. Devise, implement and refresh the strategy to raise funds from the business community to an agreed annual target, and meeting financial targets and identified KPIs.
3. Use the fundraising CRM database to track support and activity, producing analytical reports to guide and drive income generation.
4. Work in conjunction with the Fundraising Manager, members of the OMT and Hospice Trustees to establish corporate contacts, execute strategic cultivation and develop meaningful partnerships.
5. Work with the Marketing Team to design and produce all literature and marketing materials and press work in relation to corporate fundraising activity, ensuring these display the Hospice brand
6. Ensure activities and relationships are initiated, built and maintained to the highest possible standard.
7. Ensure all fundraising activity deadlines are met through sound planning and prioritisation.
8. Ensure robust research and latest thinking is used to improve and enhance fundraising.

 

Reporting and Compliance

1. Complete status reports and track progress of initiatives
2. Ensure all activity is recorded through the fundraising CRM database
3. Contribute to the development of, and ensure compliance with, all Hospice procedures and policies.
4. Ensure standards are met and legal frameworks adhered to across areas of responsibility.

 

GENERAL

1. Attend team meetings as appropriate.
2. Maintain excellent lines of communication internally with all staff and volunteers; and externally with supporters within the local community.
3. Participate in the Hospice education/training programme, including mandatory training. Attend training as required to maintain own knowledge and further develop expertise.
4. All staff have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to themselves or to others.
5. To read, understand and comply with all Hospice policies and procedures, applying the principles as appropriate to role.
6. To be aware of individual specific responsibilities in respect of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, in relation to role.
7. All information relating to patients and staff gained through employment with Springhill Hospice is confidential. Disclosure to any unauthorised person is a serious disciplinary offence under Springhill Hospice Policies.
8. Undertake any other duties as appropriate to the role.

 

 

This Job Description may be reviewed with the post-holder, in line with the development of the Organisation.

 

Springhill Hospice is a registered charity. All staff members are expected to contribute to fundraising activities for the benefit of the Hospice.

 

Springhill Hospice is an equal opportunities employer and has a No Smoking Policy.

 

Some posts are subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service/POVA check. If you require more information on this please refer to www.homeoffice.gove.uk/dbs

 

 

 

 

 

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The contents of this Job Description have been discussed and agreed with my Line Manager.

Name of Postholder: ______________________________
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philanthropy Lead Job Description

Hours per week	Full-time
Contract type	Permanent
Directorate	Income Generation
Reporting into	Head of High Value Fundraising
Colleagues reporting into role	Senior Philanthropy Fundraiser, Philanthropy Fundraiser, Philanthropy Executive, Philanthropy (Events) Executive
Location	Flexible – Home based, Office based (London or Bristol) or Hybrid (part home based, part office based)
Salary	London: £49,508 Outside London: £46,840
Job Level	Team leader

About the role

As the Philanthropy Lead, you will take the lead in delivering the organisational Philanthropy strategy. You’ll be part of the wider Philanthropy and Partnerships team working to deliver first-class supporter experience and bring our donors closer to our work than ever before, through a dedicated donor programme, focused on excellent stewardship, creative appeals, and dedicated donor communications.   

  

We are looking for a driven, experienced, and resourceful fundraising professional with impressive communication skills and a proven record of working with high value donors.  In this role you will build and foster positive relationships with philanthropic donors, providing excellent stewardship and account management, and creating sustainable partnerships.

 

Your proven track record in securing significant gifts will be key for this role, as will your ability to provide best practice relationship management and stewardship. Your ability to write persuasive and brilliant proposals will be crucial.

You’ll be an excellent collaborator, internally and externally, ensuring a smooth fundraising process across teams and will be excited to use your skills and experience to lead and develop your team.

What will I be doing?

Main responsibilities

• Lead the major donor programme by engaging potential and existing supporters and be the principal contact for potential and existing major donors.   

 

• Build relationships, understand motivations, and secure five and six figure donations to support Young Lives vs Cancer mission.  

 

• Create effective donor pathways and provide exemplary stewardship to build relationships with donors.  

 

• Effective use of the Young Lives vs Cancer CRM database , ensuring all records relating to major donors are up to date, enabling effective reporting of the pipeline and monitoring of the portfolio.  

 

• Use data to shape personalised approaches to HNWs, to build successful relationships that yield long term support as well as one-off gifts.  

 

• Provide regular, personal, and engaging communications, updates and reports to all existing and potential donors.  

 

• Together with the Head of High Value Fundraising, generate and be responsible for delivering ambitious income targets and KPIs for trust and foundation fundraising and the wider P&P team.

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• Monitor, evaluate and report on the team’s funding pipeline ensuring financial reporting is maintained and accurate, including annual income and expenditure budgeting, pipeline forecast, income tracking and monthly variance.

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• Ensure that all fundraising activities undertaken are legal, ethical and based on good practice guidelines such as those from the Fundraising Regulator and are conducted in a way that is compatible with Young Lives policies and professional reputation.

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Additional responsibilities

Alongside your specific job duties, every member of Team Young Lives needs to make sure they also: 

• Make safeguarding a priority 
• Take care of your own health and safety and that of others 
• Actively challenge injustice and inequality and promote Young Lives vs Cancer’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging agenda to create a better, more diverse and inclusive organisation.
• Ensure that you treat information and data professionally, using it only for the purposes that Young Lives vs Cancer has said it would; respecting the confidentiality and privacy of its supporters, service users and staff.
• Accept that you are personally responsible and accountable for ensuring you understand and adhere to all Young Lives vs Cancer policies and procedures.
• Be an active team member, regularly attending team meetings and contributing to shared learning and development 
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by or agreed with your line manager. 

 

What we’re looking for

 

Professional Requirements

• This role requires skills and experience rather than professional qualifications

Experience

• Experience of securing six figure-funding bids.
• Experience of high-level relationship and partnership development.
• Proven ability to form positive and productive relationships with internal stakeholders.

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Knowledge and skills

• An ability to spot and maximise fundraising opportunities and partnerships.
• Highly developed written communication skills that result in the production of clear and persuasive proposals and reports.
• Proactive and effective networker and relationship builder with excellent sector knowledge and market insights to demonstrate credibility and build trust both internally and externally.

 

Behaviours

• Be ambitious and implement ways of working to foster a culture of high ambition and revenue growth within your team.
• Demonstrate resilience and a solution focused approach to your role and in managing your team.
• Actively challenge injustice and inequality and promote Young Lives vs Cancer's Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Inclusion strategy to create a better, more diverse and inclusive organisation
• Demonstrate that Young Lives vs Cancer’s values are at the heart of everything you do: you are brave; you are confident; you have integrity; and together, across all levels and with our external partners, we are one team

 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Job Title: Grants & Fundraising Manager
Date: June 2024
Department: Income Generation

Line Manager: Senior Leadership Team
Grade/Pay Scale: £35,000- £40,000
Location: The Haven Wolverhampton
Status: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

 

Job Purpose

 

We are seeking a proactive and organised Fundraising and Grants Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will assist in implementing the charity’s fundraising strategy, support grant application processes, and help build relationships with donors. This role is crucial in supporting the sustainable funding of our programmes and services.

 

This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

 

Scope of Job – Main Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities

 

Fundraising:

• Lead in the development and implementation of the fundraising strategy.
• Identify and research potential funding opportunities including trusts, foundations, corporate sponsorships, legacy donations and individual donors.
• Help set and monitor fundraising targets in collaboration with the finance team and CEO.
• Support the building and maintenance of relationships with existing and prospective donors.
• Introduce innovative income generation activities to ensure we are maximising opportunities.
• Help organise fundraising events and campaigns to raise awareness and generate income.
• Lead the fundraising team ensuring they have the tools, feedback and processes to be the best they can be.

 

 

Grants

• Collaborate across the charity to identify financial requirements, prospecting funders accordingly to meet the needs of the organisation.
• Support the Grants Officer in preparation, writing and submission of grant applications.
• Attend external events and stakeholder meetings as appropriate.
• Assist in managing the grant application process, including writing drafts, preparing budgets, and compiling supporting documents.
• Maintain a detailed grants pipeline to track deadlines and reporting requirements.
• Line Manage the Grants Officer.

 

Reporting and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant fundraising regulations and best practices.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of fundraising and Grant activities.
• Help prepare reports for funders, highlighting the impact of their contributions.

 

Policy & Service Development

• • Have responsibility for internal fundraising policy and procedures, including all charity fundraising law to ensure compliance.
  • Promote and ensure the safety and wellbeing of self and others in line with THW’s Safeguarding Adult and Children Policies, Health & Safety Policy, and other requirements to keep women, children, and staff safe.
  • Monitor and analyse changes in law and public policy.
  • Identify gaps in fundraising provision and work with the senior leadership team to facilitate new developments and initiatives.

 

Collaboration and Teamwork:

• Work closely with the senior leadership team to align efforts with organisational priorities.
• Collaborate with operational staff teams to gather information and stories that demonstrate the impact of our work.
• Support fundraising volunteers and interns as needed.

 

General Duties and Responsibilities

• • Comply with THW’s policies and ensure all staff and volunteers do the same.
  • Ensure equality of opportunity in service provision and employment, considering the needs of the diverse communities served by THW.
  • Demonstrate a continual understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.
  • Undertake additional duties, training, and hours of work as required (including unsociable), consistent with the role's functions and responsibilities.
  • Undertake travel within the Black Country as integral to the job, with occasional travel elsewhere on reasonable notice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Person specification provides a list of essential and desirable criteria which a candidate should possess to be able to perform the job. Each of the criteria listed below will be measured through one or a combination of the following: A = Application form/CV; I = Interview; D = Documentation; R = References and T = Test.

 

Job Title:		Job Purpose:
Date:	June 2024

 

factors	essential	DESIRABLE	HOW IDENTIFIED
Experience			A I R
Knowledge & Understanding			A I R T
Skills & Abilities			A I R
Qualifications & Training			A I D