Fundraising Manager (2.5 day per week)

Overview

At the London Diocesan Fund (LDF) we seek to do everything we can to support the mission and growth of the Church of England in London.

Our Fundraising team is responsible for

1. Delivering our fundraising strategy. This has three key strands
2. Supporting and enabling strategic relationship management
3. Equipping our parishes to raise more money
4. Driving and supporting strategic campaigns
5. Identifying and communicating our fundraising needs
6. Encouraging fundraising awareness within the organisation so it becomes a more explicit part of our organisation

Closing date - Wednesday 21 February 2018. Interview - Thursday 1 March 2018. 

Post Introduction

The Fundraising Manager is responsible for implementing and developing the fundraising strategy and overseeing the work of the Parish Fundraising Manager.  We are seeking a self-motivated, creative Fundraising Manager to be responsible for the further development and implementation of our fundraising strategy.

The role is part time (0.5 FTE) and it is anticipated that the role might appeal to somebody who may wish to develop a portfolio career and combine this role with other commitments.

Further to having run a very successful fundraising campaign in 2017, we now envisage a key element being the development of strong relationships that have been initiated.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and leading some direct fundraising projects.

Additionally, there will be involvement in supporting and advising churches and parishes in their fundraising campaigns.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee the continued implementation of the fundraising strategy in line with the Diocese’s needs.
• Continue the culture change in the Diocese for fundraising to become a more explicit part of the organisation’s operations.
• Oversee the strategic/key relationships with individuals/trusts/livery companies in partnership with the senior leadership team to maximise opportunities to support the work of the parishes and the central diocesan projects. This will involve supporting and guiding key members of senior staff in building and cultivating relationships.
• Be responsible for identifying and communicating our fundraising needs, including producing compelling cases for support, impact reports and communications/marketing materials. Work closely with CV2020 leaders and the Development team to develop and deliver fundraising plans for projects.  Run occasional fundraising dinners/events.
• Support and manage the Parish Fundraising Manager as they provide parishes with a package of support to enable them to achieve their own fundraising targets.  This will also involve advising some parishes on their fundraising plans.
• Be responsible for the fundraising targets and cost budget, ensuring resources are used in the most effective way.
• Ensure we comply with the fundraising standards and best practice
• Undertake other projects and tasks as appropriate

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Experience of donor relationship management and strategic planning
• Experience of Major Donor fundraising and a track record of building relationships and securing major gifts   
• Experience of managing income targets and cost budgets 
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communications skills, written and oral.
• Able to identify problems and opportunities, shape solutions, successfully implement, with colleagues and stakeholders on board.
• Dynamic individual with a proactive approach
• Highly organised
• Self-motivated and focused
• Some flexibility, including willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends if required
• Supportive of the aims of the Diocese of London within the Church of England  

Desirable

• Understanding of the Church of England

About Us

The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people.

We understand the benefits of employing individuals from a range of backgrounds, with diverse cultures and talents. We aim to create a workforce that:

· values difference in others and respects the dignity and worth of each individual

· reflects the diversity of the nation that the Church of England exists to serve

· fosters a climate of creativity, tolerance and diversity that will help all staff to develop to their full potential.