Merrifield Consultants are delighted to partner with a community-led charity in East London to find their new Fundraising Manager to play a key role in securing income for our vital work. While the primary focus of this role will be on generating income from Trusts and Foundations, you'll also contribute to diversifying income streams, including corporate partnerships and individual giving. This is a hands-on role that requires a balance of strategic thinking and operational delivery.

Job Title: Fundraising Manager

Organisation: Community-Led Charity

Location: East London (Hybrid working available, 2-3 days in the office)

Salary: £38,000 - £40,000

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Required: CV and Cover Letter

Closing date: Monday 3rd March 2025

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and delivery of a robust strategy for securing income from Trusts and Foundations.
Research, identify, and prioritise funding opportunities that align with the Centre's strategic objectives.
Write persuasive and tailored funding applications and grant proposals to secure both unrestricted and project-specific funding.
Support income diversification by exploring and developing other streams, such as corporate partnerships, individual giving, and community fundraising.
Work with the Head of Income Generation and Marketing to identify opportunities for innovative income generation strategies.
Work closely with project teams to understand the Centre's programmes and translate their impact into compelling funding propositions.
Track and evaluate fundraising performance against agreed targets, reporting regularly to senior management.

Skills and Experience:

A proven track record of securing significant income from Trusts and Foundations.
Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to create compelling and tailored proposals.
Strong relationship management experience, with a focus on funder stewardship and cultivation.
Experience in other fundraising areas, such as corporate partnerships or individual giving.
Knowledge of CRM systems and fundraising databases.

This role is perfect for someone to join a regional charity, looking to make an impact on a community charity. If you're motivated and passionate about supporting people, helping those around East London, then get in contact.

To find out more and to apply for the role, please contact Stuart Milliner from Merrifield Consultants.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout