Head of Fundraising
Head of Fundraising
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Job Description
Are you a strategic resultsdriven fundraising professional looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference
St Peter & St James Hospice is seeking a Head of Fundraising to drive our income generation strategy ensuring we have the resources to continue delivering exceptional care and support to people affected by lifelimiting illnesses. This is a unique opportunity to lead innovate and shape the future of fundraising for a muchloved local charity.
Location: St Peter & St James Hospice North Common Road North Chailey Lewes East Sussex BN8 4ED
Salary:per annum
Closing Date: Early applications encouraged as we will be shortlisting and interviewing as they apply.
What Youll Do:
- Fundraising Leadership Develop and implement a multichannel fundraising strategy ensuring a strong sustainable pipeline of income from trusts grants corporate partnerships major donors and legacies.
- Team Development Lead inspire and mentor a highperforming fundraising team fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Community & Corporate Engagement Grow and maintain key relationships with businesses major donors and philanthropic supporters securing longterm financial commitments.
- Strategic Oversight & Compliance Set and achieve ambitious income targets monitor budgets and ensure compliance with fundraising regulations GDPR and ethical best practices.
- Marketing & Donor Communications Work closely with the Marketing Team to create engaging campaigns donor stewardship plans and fundraising materials.
- Innovation & Digital Fundraising Drive digital transformation in fundraising leveraging CRM systems data analytics and online campaigns.
- Board & Financial Reporting Provide regular strategic updates and financial reports to Trustees and Senior Leadership.
What were looking for:
To excel in this role you will have:
- Proven experience in leading fundraising teams and securing income across multiple streams (trusts grants corporate major donors legacies).
- Strong leadership budget management and strategic planning experience.
- A track record in building and managing partnerships that drive sustainable income growth.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders.
- A datadriven approach to fundraising with a solid understanding of CRM systems and fundraising compliance.
- Experience in digital fundraising legacy giving and community engagement (desirable).
- A fundraising qualification (e.g. IoF Diploma) would be beneficial but not essential.
Why join us
- Be part of a missionled organisation that makes a tangible difference to peoples lives.
- Lead a passionate team and develop a dynamic fundraising strategy that spans community fundraising trusts and grants corporate partnerships major donors and legacy giving.
- Work collaboratively across teams including Marketing & Communications Finance and Trustees to build strong donor engagement and longterm sustainability.
- Enjoy a flexible supportive working environment where your ideas and leadership will be valued.
We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications are received so early applications are encouraged. Apply today to be part of something truly special.
For an informal chat about the role please contact Matt Deanat
The Organisation
St Peter & St James Hospice is a leading provider of specialist palliative and end of life care for our MidSussex community. People affected by lifelimiting illness are central to everything we do and it is our mission to ensure they receive the best possible care in the right place at the right time. Our services are free of charge and can be accessed at home in a care setting or at the Hospice in North Chailey.
We achieve our goals through the organisations talented people by attracting retaining and developing a highly skilled diverse and engaged workforce. Over 150 employees and 400 volunteers work in a variety of roles across our Clinical Services Retail and Support Functions.
If youre looking to put your skills to use in an organisation that makes a difference for its local community and values Compassion Integrity Accountability Excellence and Inclusivity then click Apply Now!
The Benefits
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The Values
- Innovation
We are creative and fearless in our work.
- Accountability
We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
- Teamwork
We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.
27 days holiday
Company sick pay scheme
Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
Monthly occupational health clinics
Leadership development programme
20 discount in our charity shops
Our people
- Vrishali Pawar
- People Services Assistant
If you have the appetite to develop your skills you are encouraged and empowered to learn and grow within the organisation.
- Jon Anderson
- Community Clinical Nurse Specialist
Being a part of someones end of life care and supporting their loved ones through their grieving process is a real privilege.
- Victoria Webber &
Wendy Agate - Relationship Fundraisers
Every pound raised for our hospice brings comfort and dignity to those facing lifes most challenging moments making every effort deeply meaningful.
- Andrea Sutton
- Data & Admin Team Officer
Helping to change peoples perception of specialist palliative and end of life care by sharing how we support patients and their loved ones is a privilege.
- Gavin Carby & James Dickens
- Facilities Manager & Maintenance Technician
We love that we get discounts in our shops and can benefit from the Blue Light Card like NHS workers do.
- Maddie Lewis
- Retail Manager
Its great to know that each day is an opportunity to make a difference for our local community.
Our people are our strength. We value diversity and inclusion so encourage applications from everyone regardless of race national origin sex gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion disability or age.
Please ensure you have your own means of transport as the hospice is not accessible by bus and is located on a main road without public footpath. Our precise location can be found here: https://stpjhospice/contactus/
If you have any questions about this vacancy or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process please contact us on .
Please note we may shortlist and interview candidates as applications are received. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory results from preemployment checks (right to work references Occupational Health and DBS if applicable).
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
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