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The post holder will work closely with the Head of Development and Development Manager to deliver the ambitious fundraising strategy for WTM. They will be responsible for raising funds of up to £10,000 per application from primarily Trusts and Foundations and some local corporate partners, and supporting the team with operational tasks including financial processes, events and communications.
Main Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities
- Manage relationships with Trust and Foundation funders giving up to £10,000 per year.
- Secure new income by applying for grants and funding of up to £10,000 to support a range of WTM projects.
- Lead on supporter crediting for the department ensuring that all supporters are acknowledged in relevant digital and print materials across the year.
- Work with the Finance team to monitor Development income on a monthly basis.
- Ensure Development communications are kept up to date
- Work with the Head of Development and Development Manager to develop a programme of events for donor stewardship across the year.
- Lead on the administration and management of all Development events.
Essential Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- A demonstrable understanding of fundraising in a charity setting particularly from Trusts and Foundations.
- Proven experience of assisting with or completing trust, foundation and/or statutory grant applications.
- Experience of relationship management/building with funders and/or donors.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate confidently with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong writing skills with the ability to craft a persuasive narrative.
- Strong administration and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask.
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office and/or Google equivalent and department specific software.
- An understanding of equity and inclusion and how to apply this in the workplace.
WTM is a charity with a diverse and ambitious cultural offering. This is an important role and the successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and possess a flexible and proactive approach to work that supports WTM’s vision, mission and values.
WTM offers a positive and supportive workplace providing an environment where both differences and what we have in common are celebrated. We engage with responsible and respectful working practices and empower our team to shape and deliver WTM’s key objectives with integrity. WTM opposes all forms of discrimination.
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