We are looking for a driven Fundraising Manager specialising in approaching trusts, grants & foundations who is passionate about health charities and the role the charity plays in supporting the needs of local patients. As a key member of the Charity Team, you must have the creativity, skill & knowledge to deliver the best charity experience to supporters, providing an important link between the Charity, fundraisers & hospital staff to deliver an effective donor experience.
You will play a leading role in maximising income & generating funds to agreed targets through targeted trust & foundation applications and relationship development. Key responsibilities include detailed research, framing proposals for support & working closely with the Trust to identify projects that require substantial financial support.
Responsibilities
* In conjunction with the Head of Grants & Charity Operations, plan & implement the strategy for trusts, grants & foundations with agreed targets and plans, to be reviewed on a regular basis.
* Maintain accurate records using the Access CRM database, with details of all target funders, approaches made and responses noted.
* Provide regular monthly reports about successful, active & future grant application activity, performance and application.
* Attend a range of events including external meetings and presentations that will inspire audiences to engage with the charity.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation including the Charities Act and Data Protection.
* Participate in local and regional events to lift the charity profile and encourage donations.
* Ensure that appropriate timetables are put in place to reflect the policies of possible grant funders and that all proposals are consistent with the criteria set.
* With support from the Associate Director of Charity and the Charity Communications & Marketing Team, create publicity for new and existing funding opportunities.
* Be aware of charity policy on accepting donations in line with the reputation of the charity and hospital trust.
* Work independently under your own initiative and act as lead specialist.
Qualifications
* Local geographic knowledge & experience with trust & foundation fundraising.
* Highly organised, self‑motivated & competent in creating & delivering targeted pitches that meet business objectives, with a proven ability to convert leads into successful wins.
* Considerable networking skills, able to identify influential contacts both internally & externally.
* Ability to convey complex messages with confidence and persuasion.
We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across East Suffolk and North Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics, and in patients’ own homes.
Benefits
* Wide range of training and development opportunities.
* Flexible working options.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Unsocial hours payments (where applicable).
* 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro‑rata).
* Access to a range of NHS discounts.
* Staff Health and Well‑being programme offering a variety of services.
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