Fundraising Manager (events and community team)

Contract: Full time, 37.5 hours (Monday to Friday) including some evening and weekend working. 

Salary: £38,000 – £42,000 depending on experience

Location: HA3 0YG – Office based in Harrow, with opportunities for up to 2 days a week working from home

Closing Date: Ongoing until successful applicant appointed

St Luke’s Hospice cares for all those approaching the end of their life in Harrow and Brent. We aim to give the people we care for the best possible quality of life, each and every day. Supporting local people and their families is at the heart of what we do – making every moment matter at the most difficult time.

The care we give is free of charge, available to all, and is given with the utmost compassion and dignity.   Approximately 70% of the cost of St Luke’s services is funded by our fundraising and retail income; through our community making donations, taking part in events, supporting our shops and making gifts in wills. Everything we do is about people and relationships, and the community we serve is one of the most culturally diverse in the UK, supported by the dedication of a team of incredible volunteers

About you:

Are you looking for a new challenge in a rewarding and varied role for a local hospice?  If so, this is the position for you! 

We are seeking an innovative and enthusiastic Fundraising Manager, who thrives on inspiring a team of four fundraisers in the events and community team, and working with people.

You will have overall responsibility for our events and community income streams of £400 – £450k per year, managing a team of committed fundraisers and volunteers, and building relationships with individuals and local community groups to boost income and engagement with our hospice.

You will manage the development and delivery of our events and community fundraising programme, and lead on a strategy to build a diverse programme of activities, to grow and maximise income, and increase the level of our community engagement.

We are looking for a pro-active individual who is a great team player, and has the ability to build and nurture relationships internally and externally.

In return for your enthusiasm and dedication St Luke’s Hospice offer the following benefits:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increases with service)
• Hospice pension 3% employee contribution and 6% employer contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Flexible Working Opportunities
• Carers leave
• Subsidised onsite meals
• Access to our 24hr employee assistance programme
• Free onsite parking
• Season ticket loans
• Access to the NHS Blue Light Card
• Training and development opportunities to support your career development

For full list on duties, please refer to Job Description attached.

St Luke’s Hospice reserve the right to close this job advert early.

If you have any questions in relation to the post please contact Joanna Pearce, Interim Director of Fundraising on 020 8383 8000.

Applicants are encouraged to inform us if any reasonable adjustments are needed to be made during any part of the recruitment process.

St Luke’s Hospice are equal opportunity employers and particularly welcome applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff.

Please note: We will not be able to employ you if you are not eligible to work in the UK. We will not be able to obtain a work permit on your behalf. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.