Trust Fundraiser in Lewes

Are you a skilled relationship builder and persuasive writer who wants to secure vital funding that makes a real difference to hospice care?

As our Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser, you’ll play a key role in generating income that supports the compassionate care provided by St Peter & St James Hospice. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you’ll identify new funding opportunities, create compelling grant applications, and build lasting relationships with funders who share our vision. If you are proactive, organised, and passionate about making an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Details

• Location: St Peter & St James Hospice, North Common Road, North Chailey, BN8 4ED
• Salary: £24,633 - £27,142 pro rata (£30,791 - £33,928 full-time equivalent per annum)
• Hours: 30 hours per week (over 4 days)
• Contract: Permanent, part-time
• Closing Date: We will shortlist and interview as applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

What you'll be doing

• Research, write and submit high-quality funding applications to trusts and foundations, securing income for core services and priority projects.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of funding opportunities, ensuring potential sources of support are identified and maximised.
• Work collaboratively with operational teams to gather information and develop compelling cases for support.
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective funders, helping them understand the impact of their support.
• Coordinate the submission of monitoring and evaluation reports, ensuring all funder requirements and deadlines are met.
• Monitor funding pledges, payment schedules and received income, reporting progress and risks to the Head of Fundraising.
• Maintain accurate records on the fundraising CRM and ensure all administration is completed to a high standard.
• Ensure fundraising activities comply with relevant regulations, ethical fundraising standards and best practice.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in trust and foundation fundraising within a charity environment, with a track record of securing grants from a range of funders.
• Exceptional written communication skills and the ability to create compelling, persuasive funding applications.
• A confident and adaptable communicator who can tailor funding proposals to meet individual funder priorities.
• A good understanding of restricted and unrestricted funding, budgets and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Experience using Raiser's Edge NXT or a similar CRM system, together with a data-driven approach to fundraising.
• A proactive, resilient and solutions-focused approach to work.

Why join us?

• A rewarding role where your success directly supports specialist hospice care in the local community.
• The opportunity to shape and grow an important income stream within a respected charity.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment with colleagues who are passionate about making a difference.
• The chance to build meaningful relationships with funders and demonstrate the impact of their support.
• A values-led organisation that prioritises compassion, dignity and excellence in everything we do.

If you are an enthusiastic fundraiser with strong writing skills and a passion for helping people living with life-limiting illness, we'd love to hear from you. Please find the full job description and person specification at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions about the role or require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Nina Gopal Head of Fundraising at ngopal@stpjhospice.org.