Head of Fundraising and Events

We are looking for an outstanding and innovative Head of Fundraising and Events with the drive, experience, skills and flair to transform the Cathedral’s income generation as, with a new Dean, we develop a shared strategy and vision.

This exciting role will play a key part in Portsmouth Cathedral becoming a more financially secure and strategically entrepreneurial part of the city of Portsmouth, fulfilling our need to be more intentional and pro-active in raising the money we need to deliver our mission.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable senior experience in charities or voluntary sector bodies across a wide range of fundraising activities, most especially in developing and marketing income generating events, increasing individual giving and submitting applications to trusts and foundations.

The post holder will be the sole fundraiser employed by the Cathedral and be responsible for the  Cathedral's fundraising operations and activities.  Some administrative support and volunteer help may be available and the Cathedral recognises that further investment in fundraising may be necessary in due course.

Specific Responsibilities

Strategic:

• To review and implement the Fundraising Strategy approved for Portsmouth Cathedral.

• To work with Chapter to develop a culture throughout the Cathedral Community that is understanding and supportive of fundraising.

• To promote and manage the Cathedral as a key space for a variety of events which generate income and raise the Cathedral’s profile within the city and beyond.

• To take a lead on the fundraising stream for the Centenary of the Cathedral and Diocese.

• To establish methods of measuring impact from our activities for fundraising, to feed into the strategic direction of the Cathedral.

Operational:

• To take responsibility for the review and updating of the Cathedral’s Case for Support, including the elements that make it up.

• To take responsibility for a major fundraising campaign arising from the strategic plan that includes: NLHF; income-generating one-off events; developing the Cathedral shop; measuring footfall and enhancing people discovery.

• To establish a donor giving programme, including relationship building, ongoing and themed legacy campaigns, and effective donor methods, including on-line.

• To enhance donor care, including recognition, effective communication, and data protection;

• To support the Cathedral’s theme of charitable giving as a Christian duty; develop congregational giving; work with Chapter on new charitable giving initiatives.

• To take the lead on funding applications to trusts and foundations, using Cathedral community contacts, company donations from within the Diocese of Portsmouth and the relationships with the Royal Navy through the Cathedral of the Sea theme.

• To market the Cathedral as a venue for hire for meetings, conferences, concerts and other special events and fundraising activities.

• To liaise with colleagues within the Cathedral, including Chapter and the Finance and Investment Committee, and externally with other cathedrals.

• To produce income and expenditure budgets, and make proposals about investment in fundraising operations to the appropriate Cathedral bodies.

• To provide training to staff and volunteers who are connected with fundraising activities or duties;

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Portsmouth Cathedral offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance.  Relocation expenses may be available.

Relocation expenses may be available.

Interviews: Thursday 14th November 2019