Main purpose of post This is a senior role within the Fundraising team, responsible for driving forward Weston Park Cancer Charity’s income generation strategy across key fundraising channels, particularly within community fundraising, donor development, and community partnerships. Working with the Head of Fundraising and community fundraising team, you will lead the design and delivery of an ambitious and creative community fundraising programme. You will be responsible for managing a small, dedicated team of three, ensuring high performance, innovation, and supporter-focused approaches that help us grow our impact across the region. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on delivery, ensuring that we meet community income generation plans to achieve and exceed annual targets currently c. £800k per annum. Key Responsibilities Fundraising : Lead and deliver an ambitious and creative community fundraising programme, identifying new opportunities to engage individuals, groups, schools, faith groups, sports clubs, volunteer fundraisers, and community organisations. Maintain, develop and deliver a calendar of high-impact community campaigns such as Time for Tea, that inspire participation, raise awareness of the charity’s work, and generate sustainable income. Use insights and audience data to create tailored supporter journeys that build long-term relationships, encourage repeat fundraising, and deepen engagement. Harness audience data and insight to expand our fundraising reach, increasing income in underserved areas of the region. Represent the charity at community events, delivering public talks, stewarding key supporters, and raising awareness of WPCC’s work across our region. Oversee the delivery of income and engagement targets, measuring impact, evaluating outcomes, and embedding continuous improvement across all community fundraising activity Monitoring & Reporting Manage community fundraising income and expenditure budgets, ensuring strong ROI and cost-effectiveness. Produce regular reports for senior leadership on performance, trends, and forecasts. Ensure data is accurately recorded, monitored, and used to inform decisionmaking. Team Management and Development Line manage and inspire team members. Provide support and guidance to the wider community and fundraising team where appropriate. Set clear objectives, monitor performance and provide coaching and development support. Foster a collaborative, motivated and high performing team culture. Uphold the commitment of the organisation to equality and diversity Operational Delivery and Collaboration Ensure all community fundraising activities comply with legal, regulatory and ethical standards (including Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Practice, GDPR and charity law). Maintain high-quality supporter stewardship, using tools such as Raiser’s Edge to monitor activity, analyse trends and report on outcomes. Take all reasonable steps to manage and promote a safe and healthy working environment Work closely with the Cancer Support, Marketing, finance and Volunteer teams to ensure joined-up messaging, delivery, and supporter experience. Who you are ___________________________________________________ We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Fundraising Manager who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Your role will play a vital part of our Fundraising team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region. You will lead on the development of an effective community fundraising strategy, to drive forward the charity’s ambitious plans for change and growth in line with the 3 year strategy. About you: Values-led fundraiser – Ability to develop and drive impactful fundraising strategies that grow and diversify community income streams. Strong People Management – Proven experience in leading, motivating, and developing high-performing teams. Exceptional Relationship Building – Skilled at engaging a wide range of supporters, volunteers, and local partners with authenticity and empathy. Results-Oriented – Track record of meeting or exceeding income targets through innovative and supporter-focused campaigns. Passion for Purpose – Deep commitment to improving the lives of people affected by cancer, with a strong understanding of community fundraising’s role in that mission. Closing date: Sunday 14th September @ 11.59pm 1st Interview Date: Wednesday 24th September 2nd Interview Date: Tuesday 30th September Application format: Please send a CV and covering letter demonstrating that you have read the job description / person specification and how you meet the essential and (where relevant) desirable criteria for this role. This can include skills, training, membership of professional bodies and experience. The covering letter will form a key part of the recruitment process and you should demonstrate your suitability for the role in no more than two pages. Weston Park Cancer Charity is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and values diversity of culture among our staff. All applications are anonymised as part of the selection process,