At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and grow fundraising activities to support local communities.
- Company: Established charity with a commitment to helping those in financial difficulty.
- Benefits: Flexible remote work, laptop, mobile phone, mileage allowance, and pension.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to future growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact while shaping a new fundraising function.
- Qualifications: Proven track record in securing grants and excellent communication skills.
We’re looking for a Fundraising Manager to help shape the future of our Charity. For over 15 years, we have supported people with acute financial difficulty across Shropshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We are now looking for an experienced and commercially minded candidate to lead and grow our fundraising activities. This newly created part‑time (25 hours per week) role offers the opportunity to build a sustainable income‑generation programme from the ground up and make a lasting impact on local communities.
What we offer:
- Flexible remote working
- Laptop and mobile phone
- Mileage allowance for business travel
- Auto-enrolment pension
- The opportunity to create and shape a new function
- A supportive team and Trustee Board committed to future growth
Your key responsibilities as Fundraising Manager at NILS:
- Working closely with the Charity Manager, Finance Officer and Board of Trustees, you will develop and deliver a fundraising strategy that increases income and supports the charity’s long-term growth.
- Develop and deliver a multi-stream fundraising strategy.
- Secure income through grants, trusts, foundations, corporate partnerships and community fundraising.
- Research, write and manage funding applications and reporting.
- Build and maintain relationships with funders, businesses, donors and community partners.
- Develop campaigns, events and supporter engagement activities.
- Support social media and digital communications that promote initiatives, engage supporters and raise awareness of the charity’s work.
- Monitor performance and maintain accurate records using HubSpot.
- Provide regular reports to the Board of Trustees.
What we’re looking for in a Fundraising Manager:
- A proven track record of securing grants, donations and partnerships within the UK charity sector.
- Experience across multiple fundraising income streams.
- Excellent bid-writing, communication and relationship‑building skills.
- The ability to work independently and develop new opportunities.
- Strong organisational, project management and financial awareness.
- A good understanding of charity regulations and GDPR.
- Residence within Shropshire, Herefordshire or Worcestershire, with willingness to travel across the region as required.
Fundraising Manager- part time in Worcester employer: NILS
NILS is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the local communities of Shropshire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire. With a supportive team and a commitment to growth, we offer flexible remote working, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to shape a new fundraising function from the ground up. Join us to be part of a mission-driven charity that values innovation and collaboration.
