Trust Fundraising Manager in Bracknell

Join DEBRAs Fundraising Team!

📍 Location: DEBRA Head Office

📄 Contract: Permanent

⏰ Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 5 days per week

💷 Pay: up to £45,000 per annum

Why Join DEBRA?

DEBRA is the national charity supporting individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) – a painful genetic skin condition. Every task you complete helps our shops run smoothly, ensuring vital funds are raised to support care, research, and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a trust fundraising strategy to meet income targets.
• Research, write, and submit compelling funding applications to trusts and foundations.
• Manage a portfolio of existing funders, ensuring timely reporting and stewardship.
• Monitor grant performance and ensure compliance with funder requirements.
• Collaborate with programme and finance teams to gather project information and impact data.
• Maintain accurate records using the organisation’s CRM/database (Access Evo CRM).
• Represent the organisation externally, building relationships with funders and partners.
• Work with the Deputy Director of Fundraising to identify new funding opportunities and contribute to strategic planning.
• Contribute to cross-team initiatives and organisational development.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven experience in trust fundraising (or commercial equivalent), with a track record of securing grants.
• Strong bid writing skills with the ability to tailor proposals to different audiences.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to analyse financial and impact data for reporting purposes.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel nationally and attend in‑person meetings/events quarterly.

Desirable

• Experience managing grants in the £10K-£50K range.
• Familiarity with CRM (Debra use Access Evo CRM) systems and fundraising databases.
• Experience in a commercial bid writing or project management role (outside of the charity sector) will be considered for candidates who demonstrate transferable skills.

Working Environment

• Flexible working arrangements: remote, office‑based, or hybrid.
• Minimum of two back‑to‑back office days per quarter.
• Occasional national travel required.
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for professional development.

What We Offer

• Auto‑enrolment pension with DEBRA contribution.
• Life assurance and employee assistance programme.
• Generous training budget and career progression.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (pro‑rata), with long service rewards.
• Staff discount and personalised recognition awards.
• Opportunities for apprenticeships and internships.

Click “Apply” today and become a valued part of the DEBRA team!

DEBRA is a Disability Confident Committed employer.

If you are selected for interview and require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know – we’re happy to accommodate your needs.