Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser

Job Description

Could your fundraising help connect disabled people with the spirit of adventure by making outdoor activities in the Lake District accessible

Salary: 30333 - 34360 FTE
Contract: Permanent full time (36.25 hours) or part time (minimum 0.8FTE)
Location: Hybrid or office-based (Kendal)*
Benefits: 30 days (bank) 5% employer pension contribution increasing 0.5% up to 5 years
Culture: Supportive and friendly part of a small passionate fundraising team

*If based more remotely there is an expectation to attend the office at least 1-2 days per month as well as for a period of time during the induction process. On site accommodation can be arranged.

About Bendrigg Trust

The spirit of adventure is incredible. A bona fide superpower that can fill any one of us with conviction and confidence with new abilities and renewed agency. And its universal too not the exclusive preserve of the advantaged and non-disabled. Its for everyone and Bendrigg Trust makes sure it is.

This unique charity has the setting and the scenery the equipment and the expertise the people and the passion. Theyre looking for a Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser to help secure vital income to harness the power of adventure and create big impact.

About the role

Youll join a small but mighty fundraising team working towards a shared team target. Trusts and Foundations currently make up a significant portion of the charitys overall fundraised income.

Youll have a varied portfolio and workload securing core and restricted grant income for different areas of Bendriggs work. One day might involve submitting a grant application for specialist climbing equipment whilst another might involve meeting with a funder to discuss support for the volunteering programme.

Youll mainly work on opportunities at four-and five-figures building on strong existing relationships to encourage long-term partnerships as well as developing new relationships with potential funders to explore potential opportunities for support.

About you

Were looking for someone with proven experience in fundraising specifically working with Trusts and Foundations.

Collaboration is key at Bendrigg youll thrive in a team environment working towards a shared target and making fundraising decisions that best support each relationship and project.

This role is perfect for a self-starter who is passionate motivated and is confident managing a diverse portfolio of relationships.

How to apply

Wed love to hear from you please get in touch with a copy of your CV or profile as the first step. If your experience meets the brief then Amelia at Charity People will reach out to tell you more and explain how to apply.

Deadline: 9am on Thursday 31^st July
Interviews: To be confirmed shortly

Charity People is a forward thinking inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age disability (including hidden disabilities) gender gender identity or gender reassignment marriage and civil partnership pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.