Director of Fundraising
Location: Rugby, Warwickshire
Hours: 37.5
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Director of Fundraising
Full Job Description:
Responsible for leading the development and delivery of a bold and effective fundraising strategy and associated activities. Shapes and manages the Organisation’s vision, strategic plan, and creates a culture of innovation and dynamism with a clear focus on delivering results. Directs the Fundraising Directorate and assumes board level responsibility and accountability. Applies the highest level of leadership and management skills. Role models the leadership behaviours and demonstrates the core values of TAAS. Holds peers and their teams to account to do the same. Shares responsibility with other Board members to generate and sustain a positive and inclusive workplace culture throughout TAAS. Works collaboratively with the Executive Leadership Team.
What We Offer
* Enhanced annual leave, with even more added as your service grows
* Additional annual leave purchase options
* Core working hours 10:00am - 15:00pm
* Enhanced sick pay
* Life assurance
* Blue Light Card eligibility and access to generous discount schemes
* A supportive, purpose-driven team
* Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead, motivate and develop the fundraising team, taking overall responsibility for meeting organisational income targets.
* Act as an ambassador for The Air Ambulance Service, ensuring its vision is reflected in fundraising strategies and team behaviours.
* Lead cross-organisation projects aligned with organisational strategy.
* Work with Communications and PR to deliver a clear communications plan that builds awareness and engagement across all fundraising audiences.
* Assess strategic risks and implement appropriate mitigation.
* Develop and maintain directorate policies, procedures and guidelines, supporting wider organisational reviews.
* Manage the directorate budget and provide timely reports to the CEO, Finance Committee and Board of Trustees.
* Set, deliver and monitor the fundraising business plan, ensuring objectives, KPIs and risks are effectively managed.
* Ensure full compliance with legal and regulatory fundraising requirements.
* Hold Annex A responsibility for the Gambling Commission Licence.
What We’re Looking For
* Strategic level experience within the charity sector
* Strong track record of meeting fundraising targets in a senior fundraising role.
* Developing, innovating, and implementing strategy to generate income.
* An agile, innovative and flexible approach to delivering against the changing need of the organisation.
* Leading, managing and inspiring high performing teams.
* Strategic planning, budgeting and monitoring.
Compliance Responsibilities
* Health & Safety and Environment
* Safeguarding
* Data Protection
* Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
* Quality
We value professionalism, compassion and teamwork — and we’re proud of our inclusive, supportive culture. At TAAS, you’ll be part of a passionate and committed charity that’s making a real difference every day. The Air Ambulance Service isn’t just a place to work; it’s a place to build a meaningful career.
This role requires a Basic DBS check.
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