Head of Fundraising

13 hours ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom The Grae Matta Foundation Full time £80,000 - £120,000 per year

The Head of Fundraising at the Grae Matta Foundation will lead and execute strategic fundraising efforts, securing sustainable funding to support the foundation's mission of improving mental health access.

What difference will you make?

By cultivating relationships with donors, partners, and grantmakers, drive innovative fundraising campaigns, and ensure financial growth to expand our impact.

Grae Matta Foundation is creating "Real Change" by creating Mental Health Standards & Policy. The task ahead is immense and has never been done before. But with the right team, anything is possible.

What are we looking for?

Qualifications & Experience

  • Proven experience in fundraising leadership, ideally within the nonprofit or social impact sector.
  • A strong track record of securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and grants from trusts, foundations, and government bodies.
  • Experience developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies to meet and exceed financial targets.
  • Strong background in corporate partnerships, donor stewardship, and relationship management.
  • Knowledge of fundraising compliance and ethical standards, including GDPR and relevant UK regulations.
  • Experience managing fundraising budgets, forecasting revenue, and reporting to leadership teams.
  • Familiarity with digital fundraising tools, crowdfunding, and donor management systems.

Key Skills

  • Strategic thinking Ability to develop innovative, long-term fundraising strategies.
  • Excellent communication Strong presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for engaging donors and stakeholders.
  • Leadership & collaboration Experience managing teams and working cross-functionally within an organization.
  • Results-driven mindset Proven ability to meet ambitious fundraising targets and adapt strategies as needed.
  • Networking skills Ability to build and maintain high-value relationships with corporate sponsors, philanthropists, and institutional donors.
  • Data-driven approach Ability to analyze fundraising performance and make data-backed decisions for improvement.

What will you be doing?

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure diverse funding sources, including grants, corporate sponsorships, major donors, and public fundraising.
  • Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, and funding organizations.
  • Research and apply for grants from trusts, foundations, and government bodies to secure long-term funding.
  • Create and lead fundraising campaigns, including digital, events-based, and community-driven initiatives.
  • Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to enhance donor engagement and brand visibility.
  • Manage fundraising targets and budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and transparency.
  • Monitor and report on fundraising performance, providing insights to leadership for strategy refinement.
  • Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
  • Explore innovative funding opportunities, including corporate partnerships, crowdfunding, and impact investment.

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