Grow is an exciting, grassroots organisation making a significant impact. Our small, vibrant, and dedicated team has a profound influence on the lives of young people in Sheffield.
Our Head of Fundraising role could be your next exciting opportunity! We are seeking a candidate who is passionate and focused on resourcing our nature-based youth development work. The role provides an opportunity to build and shape our next fundraising strategy, focus on planning, income generation, and relationship building, and support the expansion of Grow’s programmes into 2026 and beyond.
* Lead on the development and delivery of an overarching fundraising strategy for Grow
* Increase funding revenue through statutory, corporate and individual donors and build this into the fundraising strategy
* Manage and develop Grow’s Fundraising Team
* Manage strategic bids and reporting processes
* Develop and oversee fundraising events in collaboration with the Head of Marketing and External Relations including promoting Grow to a wider audience
Management
* Manage and mentor our Fundraising Assistant
* Manage the fundraising budget
* Conduct regular 1-to-1s and manage relevant performance management processes
* Prioritise the development of the Fundraising Assistant through developing KPIs, identifying training needs, and accessing training with support from the People & Culture team
* Reporting to CEO
* Lead compliance in relation to CIoF code of conduct
Wider responsibilities
* Showcase the impact of young people - investing time in understanding the faces and people that are at the heart of Grow’s mission
* Play an active role in Grow’s team and key activities, including attending social and fundraising events (likely to be during evenings and at weekends)
* Occasional evening and weekend commitments
We are looking for someone who is a fantastic relationship builder who can interpret and deliver an understanding of our mission to others and ultimately gain their support. We want someone with a track record of working in the third sector and who can develop and deliver high-impact fundraising strategies so that we can take our nature-based work to the next level and expand our programmes in the Sheffield area.
Any role offer is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
You must be available to work on Mondays.
Training
* Support and training will be provided as needed to ensure the post holder's success and development in the role. Initial development needs will be identified and addressed during the probation period.
* Monthly training sessions take place at 10.30am, on the first Monday of each month. This is for all employees to come together to learn and socialise.
Location
Sheffield
Type of Contract
Part Time
Hours
1 additional leave day on your birthday1 day additional leave earned for every year worked (up to a max. of 5 days, pro rata)BHSF health cash plan scheme
Closing Date
27-07-2025
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and cover letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) to: admin@growuk.org. Please include why you are interested in this role and how your experience or interests meet the job description and person specification.Closing date: Sunday 27th July 2025 (may close early if suitable candidate is found)Interviews: We will interview candidates as applications arrive and will close the role once a suitable candidate is found, so please don't delay in applying.We welcome informal phone conversations in advance of submitting an application. Please get in touch via admin@growuk.org and we will organise a call.
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