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At Samaritans, we’re dedicated to reducing suicide and supporting those who need us most. We’re looking for a motivated Trust and Statutory Fundraiser to join our team and play a crucial role in securing funding to deliver life-saving services.
• Full time or part time hours considered (full hours is 35 hours per week)
• Hybrid working: Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office. There is an option to occasionally work from an office space in London Bridge.
• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value.
• The team currently works from the Ewell office one day a week (Tuesdays).
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a supportive, ambitious, and collaborative fundraising team.
• Help secure significant grants to deliver impactful programmes.
• Enjoy a flexible, hybrid working environment.
About the Role
As our Trust and Statutory Fundraiser, you’ll lead our statutory fundraising programme, focusing on government funding and the lottery, while also supporting large trust funding applications. Your responsibilities will include:
• Managing a portfolio of funders and overseeing grant management.
• Researching and developing statutory funding sources.
• Crafting compelling cases for support to secure winning bids.
• Building relationships with funders and internal teams.
• Collaborating on impactful projects and providing timely, high-quality reporting.
A large part of this role is leading on our funding for work in prisons, managing a portfolio of over £1,000,000 across the UK and Ireland.
What We’re Looking For
• Proven experience securing 5- and 6-figure grants through compelling applications.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• A solid understanding of bid processes and statutory funding.
• The ability to create and manage budgets with attention to detail.
If you’re an entrepreneurial thinker with a passion for delivering meaningful social impact, with strong project management skills, we’d love to hear from you.
Full Job Description here
Why Samaritans?
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to supporting our employees to thrive. By joining us, you’ll be making a real difference in the lives of others while developing your skills in a positive and forward-thinking environment.
Working at Samaritans
For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.
We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.
We’re committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. Samaritans is a place where your voice matters. We also recognise the value that people with lived experience bring to our work.
Application
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please upload your CV and answer some application questions. Applications close at 9 am on 7 July, with video interviews taking place after 14 July.
Application Questions include;
1. Tell us about your experience and track record in securing five and six-figure gifts from Trusts and Statutory funders? Please provide some examples. 250 words max
2. What interests you about Samaritans and the cause? What do you think makes us compelling to a funder? 250 words max
3. Tell us about your experience and skills in project management, managing stakeholders and strong organisation? 250 words max
We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, cover letter or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.
Apply now and help us create a future where fewer people die by suicide now and help us continue to be there for people when it matters most.
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