Head of Development (Fundraising Grants)

Maternity cover 12 months

Full Time Part Time considered

Closing date for applications:2 March

Interview date(s): 13 and 18 March

Werelooking for an experienced fundraiser and team leader to join us as Head of Development (maternity cover). You will lead a talented team of seven which cover Fundraising (Memberships Legacies Grants Trusts and Foundations and Philanthropy) and Marketing (Communications Campaigns & Marketing).

A particular focus of this 12-month contract will be developing the fundraising strategy for a (5-6m) capital campaign for the transformation of Shropshire Wildlife Trusts Grade II and II* buildings at the heart of Shrewsbury.

The job is full-time but for the right candidate we would be willing to discuss part-time working with some external support on key areas.

Shropshire Wildlife Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles applicants must be willing to undergo reference checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at theappropriate level.

The Trust is committed to building an equaldiverseand inclusive workforce we encourage applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.

As users of the disability confident scheme Shropshire Wildlife Trust guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet theminimumcriteria for a vacancy. We believe that inclusive recruitment practices will help to change attitudesbehavioursand cultures fostering diversity within our workplace.

Why work for us - benefits we offer:

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays andService relatedholiday (pro-rated for part time staff)

• Salarysacrificebenefits

• Life assurance

• Generous pension - company contribution 7% employee contribution 3%

• Enhanced Sick Pay

• Flexible working policy

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Staff discounts

• Employee away days

• Enhanced pay for maternity and adoption leave

• Coaching

• Support with training and development toassistcareer progression

• Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere

INDMED

Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world where Shropshires wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. We manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff 300 volunteers and over 9000 members. SWT is an autonomous charity but we are increasingly working collectively as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT) to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.

We value courage respect integrity trust and responsibility. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims we are not judgemental and are inclusive. We want our people to be as diverse as nature so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.

As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to make our recruitment process more accessible.