Responsibilities
The role works collaboratively with new and existing in‑memory supporters, as well as selected Grateful Care supporters, to build meaningful and respectful relationships. The postholder will inspire and motivate individuals by offering thoughtful, tailored support that helps maximise charitable income while recognising the personal nature of in‑memory giving.
The role also involves developing positive, professional relationships with funeral directors and other in‑memory giving partners, helping to strengthen awareness of the Charity’s impact and values. Through inclusive and effective engagement, the postholder will ensure that Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity remains accessible, responsive, and supportive to all involved.
Working as part of a wider team, the role will contribute to delivering agreed year‑on‑year income growth, supporting a shared five‑year plan that enables the Charity to sustainably make a difference for patients, families, and staff.
To be the first point of contact for new and existing in memory fundraisers and/or donors when they embark on fundraising activities or choose to donate to the charity.
To effectively build relationships with in memory and selected grateful care fundraisers to inspire and support them to achieve their fundraising and donation ambitions.
To work closely with local funeral directors and other in memory providers, to enhance the profile of the Charity’s work locally, and provide a first‑class supporter journey to donors and fundraisers.
Ensure that supporters are recognised and valued for their achievements by ensuring they are kept informed of how their funding has helped the Trust, and where appropriate are made aware of additional funding opportunities.
To work closely with others in the fundraising team to help promote appropriate activities to supporters.
This includes engagement with stakeholders including members of the public, internal staff and departments as well as external organisations.
Benefits
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On‑going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AI‑generated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
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