Head of Fundraising & Partnerships
Cherry Trees · Direct employer
Join Cherry Trees' Senior Leadership Team as Head of Fundraising, Partnerships & Growth, reporting directly to the CEO, with a salary up to £60,000.
Working arrangements
Location: East Clandon, Surrey
Salary / Pay: £53,000 to £60,000 per year
Shift Pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
About Cherry Trees
Cherry Trees provides specialist, home-from-home care for children with complex disabilities across our two homes in Surrey and Hampshire, giving families a vital break, while helping children build confidence and independence. Our East Clandon home has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted four years running.
What you'll be doing
Strategic leadership
- Develop and lead Cherry Trees' fundraising and partnerships strategy
- Set income targets and advise the CEO and Board on strategy
Fundraising and partnerships
- Manage a portfolio spanning trusts, major donors, corporate and legacy income
- Build relationships with NHS bodies, local authorities and corporate partners
- Represent Cherry Trees at sector events and conferences
Team and communications
- Lead and develop the fundraising and communications team
- Oversee campaigns that build Cherry Trees' profile and supporter base
What we're looking for
- Significant experience in senior fundraising leadership across multiple income streams
- Track record of meeting ambitious income targets
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
- Strong relationship-building skills with donors, trusts and corporate partners
- Knowledge of fundraising legislation and best practice
- Comfortable contributing to organisational strategy as part of senior leadership
Benefits
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Company pension
- Blue Light Card
- Employee Assistance Programme
- On-site parking
All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and at least two satisfactory references. Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom; we cannot offer sponsorship. Cherry Trees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Ready to shape how Cherry Trees funds its future? Apply now and lead a strategy that reaches more children and families who need our support.
You may also have experience or be interested in these types of roles: Head of Fundraising, Director of Fundraising, Head of Fundraising and Partnerships, Head of Income Generation, Director of Income and Engagement, Head of Development (Charity).
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