Fundraising Manager

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Fundraising Manager

Ashford, Kent

Salary £30,456 to £32,554 full time equivalent - dependent on experience

Flexible working options will be considered

ABOUT US

The Caldecott Foundation has been helping children build a future for over 110 years. We provide schools, homes and therapeutic services to children and young people. We are passionate about improving outcomes for our young people, encouraging life skills, and developing their social skills through play and education, whilst having fun. We pride ourselves on providing our children and young people with exciting opportunities and an outstanding environment to live in.

Our mission and the experience of our children and young people are significantly enriched by our fundraising activities. The Fundraising Manager post is critical in achieving our fundraising targets and maximising the impact of the funds we raise.

KEY JOB RESPONSBILITES

• Identify new fundraising opportunities and initiatives in the community whilst maintaining existing relationships.
• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and contributions using the fundraising database.
• Develop relationships with community networks, ensuring any new networks are identified to maximise fundraising events and opportunities.
• Produce high quality fundraising applications and circulate to identified charitable Trusts and Foundations based on your research.
• Conduct relevant research to support the development of the charity's fundraising strategy alongside the CEO.
• Utilise databases including the review of past community fundraising events to encourage regular support.
• Lead the organisation's existing annual community events and develop new events in liaison with the management team.
• Co-ordinate volunteer support for community events where this is required.
• Handle general telephone and personal enquiries regarding donations or other fundraising issues.
• Manage Just Giving and other on-line giving sites.
• To ensure that donors and participants are thanked in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Writing inspiring content for supporter communications, social media and website content.
• Work with our finance team to ensure that all donations are processed in lien with donor expectations.
• Ensure that we meet the highest standards in all of our fundraising activities.

WHAT KIND OF PERSON DO WE NEED?

• Someone with a proven fundraising skills and success.
• Someone with management experience.
• Someone with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
• Someone who has the ability to develop strong relationships with donors and volunteers.
• Someone who is confident in networking and being a champion for the charity.

WHAT WE CAN GIVE YOU

The benefits you receive will increase over time in recognition of your commitment and dedication and include:

• 28 days holiday entitlement (inclusive of Bank Holidays) - increasing to 30 days after 3 years of service.
• a health cashback scheme (which covers you and up to four children).
• a matched company pension scheme with up to 5% matched employer contributions.
• an employee assistance programme.
• vouchers and discounts off retail, food, and entertainment.
• a cycle to work scheme.
• will writing service.

SOUND LIKE A MATCH?

To apply please send your CV and cover letter to Catherine.Chambers@caldecottfoundation.co.uk

If you would like to speak to someone before applying then please contact Catherine Chambers, HR Administrator on 01303 815635.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date once sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

The Caldecott Foundation is committed to safeguarding children. We follow safer recruitment guidelines, and all appointments will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.