Fundraising and partnerships lead (corporate and grants)

St Hilda’s East has a 135-year history of combating deprivation and social exclusion in East London. We welcome people of all ages to our large community centre in Shoreditch where we offer a wide range of activities for local people which provide opportunities to enhance wellbeing, learn new skills and meet people of diverse backgrounds. We also run a day centre in Shadwell, with a focus on supporting elders from the Bangladeshi and other communities. 

This is an exciting time to join the team, as we commemorate the Charity's 135th anniversary with a series of fundraising activities, campaigns and events. We are in a unique position in that we have strong, continuing links with our founders, the Guild (alumnae) of Cheltenham Ladies' College together with the school’s parents, and pupils.

As Fundraising Lead (Corporates & Individuals) you will play a vital role in securing support from corporates, local businesses and individuals to help our charity to continue to thrive for a further 135 years!

The role can be worked flexibly over 22.5 hours per week with opportunities to work from home as well as our friendly offices in Shoreditch, London. 25 days holiday and bank holidays (pro rata) plus a pension scheme.

What you will be working on:

• Identifying new funding opportunities through horizon scanning and prospect research
• Engaging with supporters to develop sponsorship opportunities, in-kind donations and encouraging them to carry out their own fundraising activities on our behalf
• Developing the relationship between St Hilda’s East and Cheltenham Ladies' College
• Developing diverse opportunities for individual giving and ensuring outstanding donor stewardship
• Contributing to the development of strategies to generate income from diverse sources
• Developing case for support messaging and writing impact reports

 This job is for you, if ...

• You have 2 years’ experience in charitable fundraising with responsibility for attracting diverse income streams
• Previous success in securing financial support from corporates and through individual giving
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
• The ability to write eloquently and succinctly with meticulous attention to detail
• The ability to work positively as part of team
• You want to use your expertise for the benefit of a thriving community based organisation

 How to Apply:

Visit our website for instructions on how to apply.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 2nd July 2024

Interview date: Monday 15th July 2024

 Our Recruitment Policy

St Hilda's is committed to racial justice and wider inclusion and diversity. We are working towards a goal where our team fully reflects the diversity and difference in lived experiences of our local community.