£33k - £38k (FTE) prorated for part time 20-24 hours per week, Tuesday to Thursday
20 Hours
About The Charity
Beechwood is a Charity based in Stockport, established in 1990 to support people from across the Northwest affected by cancer.
Our team of professionals are available to help with the shock of diagnosis and the emotional effects of treatment, complemented by a wide variety of practical support – not only for the person directly affected but family and friends too.
The Charity’s services are free of charge at point of need, and we offer a package of support tailored to suit the individual, including one-to-one counselling, guided meditation, complementary therapies, support groups and workshops.
Our Behaviours
Communicating with Impact
* Communicate clearly and checks others have understood
* Listens to others’ views, seeks clarification where needed
Delivering Outcomes
* Plan own work and prioritise to meet goals
* Communicate and collaborate with others
* Be reliable and practical using own initiative
* Meet deadlines within agreed deadlines and standards
Honesty and Integrity
* Speak positively about Beechwood and the Charity’s work – both verbally, written and on social media platforms
* Treat all others fairly, consistently and with respect
* Promote and embraces equality and diversity
Resilience
* Respond positively to change and encourage others to do so
* Be flexible and adaptable to changing needs and responsibilities within Beechwood
* Empowerment, Engagement and Participation
Support the Charity and colleagues to achieve its objectives
Accept responsibility and be accountable for own role and team
Purpose of Job
Applications via Application Form only – CV’s will not be accepted
The Fundraising Manager is a key role at Beechwood Cancer Care. Our well-established charity has successfully raised funds from a wide range of sources for over 35 years, providing reliable and compassionate support to local people and their families during some of the most challenging times of their lives.
At a time when statutory funding is reducing, we are taking a considered approach to how our fundraising income must evolve to ensure our services remain sustainable for the long term.
We are seeking a proactive, motivated, highly organised and creative fundraiser who can build on our established income streams while developing new opportunities for growth. The postholder will devise and deliver the fundraising and social media strategy and be responsible for meeting agreed income targets across campaigns, corporate fundraising and sponsorship, community fundraising and events.
The Fundraising Manager will personally lead our flagship events and manage a dedicated team of volunteers and third-party fundraisers to deliver their own activities. They will review existing income streams and assess the potential for new income sources to strengthen the overall fundraising mix. The role is responsible for delivering circa £250,000 through existing events, third-party relationships and general donations, and for leading efforts to generate an additional £150,000 of new income per year.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Fundraising Manager is a key member of the Charity’s Management Team, sharing collective responsibility for delivering Beechwood’s mission to support those affected by cancer and for securing the income needed to achieve this.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Management and Leadership
* Develop and deliver an integrated fundraising and social media strategy that supports the organisation’s mission and growth ambitions.
* Increase income across a diverse range of fundraising streams with responsibility for meeting agreed income targets.
* Monitor fundraising delivery using insight and performance data to track progress, report impact and continuously improve results.
* Keep abreast of developments, trends and best practice within the fundraising sector, using insight and a strong understanding of Beechwood’s mission and values to identify and introduce new income streams.
* Oversee all fundraising and events volunteers, building strong relationships with existing volunteers and recruiting new ones, ensuring they are fully supported to deliver high-quality events and activities that contribute to Beechwood’s fundraising targets.
* Actively participate in management and staff meetings contributing to the sharing of knowledge and experience, and the development of Beechwood and its profile.
Fundraising, Development, and Income Generation
* Achieve agreed income targets across a range of revenue streams, including corporate partnerships and fundraising events.
* Be responsible for the effective stewardship of all Beechwood supporters, ensuring high levels of engagement and retention
* Identify and maximise growth opportunities within existing partnerships and event sponsorships through strong relationship management and the development of tailored opportunities that increase value for both Beechwood and its supporters.
* Research, identify and proactively develop potential new supporters, sponsors and major donors, building and managing a robust pipeline of prospects through effective research.
* Represent Beechwood confidently and professionally through external meetings, presentations and pitches and communicating the charity’s work in a compelling and engaging way.
* Ensure fundraising and event expenditure is within agreed budgets.
* Adhere to all fundraising codes of conduct and charity good practice.
* Develop and deliver a social media plan across Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn to promote beechwood fundraising priorities and campaigns. Agree the social media plan with the team and agree how this is delivered.
* Create engaging content that supports fundraising, events and partnerships, ensuring all communications are accurate, well-written and on brand.
* Use insight and analytics to monitor performance of communications and adapt activity to improve engagement.
* Ensure all communications reflect Beechwood’s values and reputation, with appropriate consideration given to tone and accessibility. Uphold the respectful portrayal of service users, supporters and stakeholders.
Reporting & Record Keeping
* Produce monthly reports for the CEO, Board of Trustees and Finance team, providing insight into performance against income targets, income forecasting and emerging opportunities.
* Ensure all supporter, donor and corporate data is accurately recorded and maintained on Beechwood’s CRM system, with fundraising, events, retail and social media records kept up to date at all times.
* Maintain accurate Gift Aid records and ensure claims are prepared and submitted in a timely and compliant manner.
* Ensure all fundraising and income generation activity is fully documented, providing a clear audit trail and supporting the smooth and effective operation of all fundraising functions.
* Ensure all fundraising record-keeping and data management practices comply with HMRC, GDPR, Charity Commission and Fundraising Regulator requirements.
This is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may need to be undertaken. It may be necessary to undertake other duties to fulfil the objectives of the Charity.
Person Specification
Fundraising leadership and income delivery
Demonstrable experience of delivering and growing fundraising income across multiple streams (such as events, corporate partnerships, community fundraising and individual giving).
Experience of developing and implementing fundraising strategies and plans, with responsibility for meeting income targets.
Ability to analyse performance data, assess return on investment and use insight to inform decisions and improve results.
Leadership and people management
Experience of leading, managing and motivating paid staff and volunteers, with a supportive and inclusive management style.
Confidence in recruiting, developing and supporting fundraising and events volunteers to deliver high quality income generation activities.
Ability to prioritise, delegate and manage competing demands effectively.
Relationship management and external engagement
Strong relationship-building skills, with experience of managing relationships with supporters, partners, sponsors and stakeholders.
Confidence representing Beechwood externally, including delivering presentations, pitches and speaking at meetings or events.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
Planning, organisation and governance
Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines.
Experience of managing budgets and monitoring income and expenditure.
Understanding of fundraising best practice, codes of conduct and the importance of compliance and good governance.
Personal Qualities
Proactive and motivated with the ability to work both strategically and hands‑on.
Flexible and responsive, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and opportunities.
Commitment to Beechwood’s values and mission to support people affected by cancer.
Desirable Experience and knowledge
Experience of developing and delivering social media activity to support fundraising campaigns.
Understanding of Gift Aid processes and reporting.
Experience of working within the charity or not-for-profit sector.
Full UK driving license and access to a car.
We acknowledge the unique contribution that all Beechwood employees and clients can bring to our organisation in terms of their culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, age, religion or belief, disability, or history of mental health.
Safeguarding
Beechwood is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of adults and children at risk; as such, all staff and volunteers must share this commitment and undertake safeguarding training relative to the role on commencement of post.
Disclosure & Barring
A satisfactory check will need to be received prior to commencement of employment and for some roles, an enhanced check will be required.
Note: this role will also require an Adverse Credit History check
Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DLS)
Where relevant to the role, the post-holder will need to have an awareness of DLS (training will be provided).
General
All employees are expected to be competent with the use of technology and information systems and understand their duties and responsibilities regarding the appropriate use of personal data including sensitive personal data (relative to role).
All appointments and promotions are based on merit and no job applicant or employee will be treated unfairly or discriminated against.
This role description is a guide and is not exhaustive. As such, it will be reviewed periodically to ensure it continues to meet the needs of the organisation.
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Job Vacancy Application
* Introduction
* Employment History
* Education & Training
* Supporting Statement
* References
* Declarations
The information you give on this form will allow Beechwood to assess your suitability for employment at the Charity.
For further information contact 0161 476 0384
Please note that due to the number of applications we receive, we may be unable to respond to all applicants. Please assume that your application has been unsuccessful if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the vacancy closing date.
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