Fundraising Development Officer

Closed: 28 May 2019
Fundraising Governance

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  • Salary £38,730 - £43,900 per annum inclusive of all allowances (depending on experience and performance)
  • Location London, Greater London (On-site)
  • Job Type Contract, Full-time
  • Sectors Environment
  • Job Reference : OS462

Fundraising Development Officer

18 month fixed-term contract

Grade E

£38,730 - £43,900 per annum inclusive of all allowances (depending on experience and performance)

An exciting new role has been created within the City of London’s Open Spaces Department to develop and implement a fundraising strategy. The Fundraising development officer will identify funding opportunities and income generation initiatives from a wide range of sources that match the Department’s objectives with funders priorities. They will maintain a funding database and provide expert advice to the Senior Leadership Team. Creating new opportunities from trusts, foundations, sponsorship and developing the Department’s approach to legacies and donations, this role will secure new sources of funding and deliver sustainable income growth.

The City of London’s Open Spaces Department manages a wide range of green spaces across and beyond London, as Charitable Trusts. These Trusts include Epping Forest, Hampstead Heath, West Ham Park and Burnham Beeches and are provided for the recreation and enjoyment of the public. We also manage heritage assets such as Keats House and The Monument in the heart of the City of London. 

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of fundraising and income generation from a range of sources as well as experience of writing and implementing a fundraising strategy. As the sole funding officer, you must be enthusiastic and self-motivated, confident managing your own workload and taking the initiative to make things happen. You will have excellent communication skills, strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle competing demands. An interest in ‘green spaces’, ecology and conservation is desirable.

To apply online, please visit our website.

Closing date: 12 noon, 28 May 2019.

Please contact us (24-hour Answer phone) quoting the reference number OS462 if you experience any problems. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is also available.

The City of London Corporation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.