Philanthropy and Grants Professional

1 month ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Smart Works Full time

Empowering Women through Philanthropy

Smart Works, a leading UK charity, is seeking a highly skilled Philanthropy and Grants Professional to join our team in Bristol. As a dynamic and ambitious organization, we are committed to empowering women to achieve financial independence and transform their lives.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced professional with a proven track record in generating income from philanthropic sources. The successful candidate will lead on securing grants from Trusts and Foundations, building strong relationships with corporate partners, and delivering high-quality fundraising events. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside our Board of Trustees to maximize local funding opportunities and contribute to a growth in income for the charity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Securing grants from Trusts and Foundations to meet income targets of £50k per year
  • Building strong relationships with corporate partners to generate awareness and income of £165k per year
  • Delivering high-quality fundraising events to target income of £50k per year
  • Maintaining accurate records of pledged, banked, and prospective income for the Bristol centre
  • Representing Smart Works to a diverse range of stakeholders and audiences to generate income and raise brand awareness

Requirements

  • Extensive experience generating income from philanthropic sources
  • Demonstrable experience securing grants from Trusts and Foundations
  • Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to prepare high-quality grant applications and reports
  • Target-driven with excellent organization and time management capabilities

Benefits

  • Salary: £34,000-£38,000 FTE depending on experience
  • 25 days annual leave excluding bank holidays
  • Company pension
  • Positive, supportive working environment with opportunities for practical training and progression

About Us

Smart Works is a collaborative environment with dynamic teams and ambitious plans across the UK. We promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace and welcome applications from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, disabled candidates, and candidates with lived experience of unemployment.



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