Job: FUNDRAISING DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

We are currently working with the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance who are looking to recruit a new Fundraising Manager to be based at their offices in Wellington. The Charity needs to raise in the region of £1.5m per annum to keep their helicopter flying.  This is achieved through the generosity of their supporters across the two counties.  Money is raised through their lottery, collection boxes, fundraising events, recycling initiatives, legacies and business support. They are looking for an experienced Fundraising Manager who will be responsible for:-

• Developing new fundraising initiatives
• Developing relationships with businesses and schools
• Providing support for volunteers’ and supporters’ fundraising  events
• Leading a working party to plan and deliver the charity’s own events
• Provide support to the CEO with grant applications and legacy campaigns
• Supervision of two fundraising co-ordinators who are based remotely

The ideal candidate will offer:-

• Proven track record in fundraising
• Experience of team-working
• Experience in successful event management
• Experience of assessing viability of activities and events
• Previous experience of developing relationships with the business community
• Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal
• Strong IT skills including experience with fundraising databases
• Previous experience in a supervisory role
• Current driving licence

Applications by CV and covering letter to:  Jackie Dawkins, Shine Charity Recruitment (jackie@shinecharityrecruitment.co.uk) who has been retained as a consultant  to manage this recruitment process.