Head of Fundraising

Salary: £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Weston Hospicecare provides specialist care for local people who are living with life-limiting illnesses. A much loved and well supported local charity, the hospice is based in Uphill, a quiet village on the outskirts of Weston-super-Mare, Somerset.

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our expanding Fundraising team. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communication you will oversee and direct all aspects of Fundraising, including Events, Trusts and Grants, Individual Giving, Gifts in Wills, and Community. We have ambitious plans for income generation and you will have the chance to lead this talented and friendly team and receive all the support you need to succeed whilst establishing your fundraising credentials at this senior level. Most importantly you will make a real contribution to the patients and families we support.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage fundraising across all areas of income generation
- Develop a high performing team through leadership, training and team building.
- Agree, monitor and report on departmental budgets
- Report progress to the Senior Management Team and the Board of Trustees.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Degree level qualification or equivalent experience
- Management qualification
- Excellent track record in leading a team to meet fundraising targets
- Ability to think at a strategic and analytical level
- Experience of setting and monitoring budgets
- Good communication and influencing skills

What we can offer in return:

- 6.6 weeks holiday (increases with service)
- Contributory pension/NHS transferable
- Healthcare discount scheme
- Employee Assistance programme
- Subsidised bus travel with First Bus Commuter Travel Club
- Free parking (on site or nearby)

For an informal discussion, please contact Julian Hall, Director of Fundraising & Communications on 01934 423900.

**Job Types**: Permanent, Full-time

**Salary**: £42,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: WHC-HF