At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative fundraising campaigns to support individuals with disabilities.
- Company: Join Shaftesbury, a national charity making a real difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, flexible hours, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: No management experience required; perfect for those stepping into their first managerial role.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team driving impactful change for the disability community.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for fundraising and creative thinking; experience in charity is a plus.
Shaftesbury is a national disability charity that supports more than 4,000 children, young people and adults with a disability every year to live a life that truly adds up for them. That is at the heart of everything they do. Their vision ‘all together better for disability’ is about working alongside the people they support so they can participate, contribute and be valued for who they are.
Their work is spearheaded by 1,500+ dedicated staff and volunteers who deliver a wide range of disability care, special education and rehabilitation services across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, around the clock. To achieve their vision, they are looking for an Individual Giving Manager with a focus on acquisition to work alongside the Head of Individual Giving across regular gifts, appeals, lottery, raffle and other new products.
The Individual Giving Manager drives the recruitment of new supporters and supports the stewardship of warm audience, generating sustainable income for Shaftesbury. The proportion of acquisition focus vs retention focus is likely around 70/30. This role focuses on maximising long-term value through innovative and impactful multichannel campaigns including reactivating lapsed supporters, optimising supporter conversion and delivering engaging onboarding experiences.
The Individual Giving Manager will work on growing regular giving, cash and gaming pipelines and manage exciting projects which could include digital, DRTV, face-to-face, telemarketing, direct mail and radio. The role will provide assistance to the Head of Individual Giving with all retention activity, including cash appeals and newsletters.
Shaftesbury is happy to consider fundraisers or officer level candidates looking to step up into their first manager level role. At present this role doesn’t line manage, so management experience is not necessary. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm for fundraising, supporter journeys and creative thinking and may have experience within a UK based charity in either IG and legacies, community fundraising, corporate or philanthropy.
This role is hybrid, with 4 days per month on average at either the Gateshead office or London office.
Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 12th July. Stage 1 interviews are likely to be held on Tuesday 21st July and Stage 2 on Tuesday 28th or Friday 31st July.
Individual Giving Manager employer: Think Recruitment
Shaftesbury is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that empowers its staff to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. With a strong focus on employee growth, Shaftesbury offers opportunities for professional development and encourages innovative thinking in fundraising strategies. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility, with access to vibrant offices in both Gateshead and London, making it an attractive workplace for those passionate about making a difference.
