At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage relationships with trusts and foundations to secure funding for Dogs Trust.
- Company: Join a leading charity dedicated to improving the lives of dogs.
- Benefits: Flexible working, inclusive culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Fixed-term contract until December 2027 with a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal welfare while developing your fundraising skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in securing grants and strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Do you have a successful track record in a trusts and foundations role, with experience of developing and maintaining key relationships over a sustained period?
We're looking for a Trusts and Foundations Officer to support the delivery of our trusts and foundations strategy, from identifying and cultivating new opportunities to nurturing long term relationships.
What does this role do?
As Trusts and Foundations Officer, you'll
- manage a personal portfolio of existing and new trusts and foundations ensuring a first-class cultivation and stewardship journey, which sets us apart from other charities in our sector and inspires trusts and foundations to contribute to our work,
- contribute to the delivery of the team strategy, from communications of enquiry to hosting and attending meetings and events with new and existing donors,
- develop a pipeline to generate new trusts and foundations income for Dogs Trust,
- ensure data is recorded accurately on our internal CRM system and that relationship management is delivered to the highest standard.
This role is a fixed term, family leave cover contract until December 2027. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 4th August 2026, and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you'll have a strong track record of securing five figure grants in a charity environment, with the ability to maintain strong relationships and write persuasive, emotive applications and proposals.
You'll have excellent organisational skills, combined with strong communication skills, and a passion for the work we do.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them!
At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture.
We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission.
Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust.
We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us.
If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Feel free to send us an email at jobs@dogstrust. org. uk.
We're here to support you every step of the way.
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