Director of FundraisingWe are seeking an experienced Director of Fundraising to lead income generation and build strong relationships with major donors and corporate partners.Position: Director of FundraisingSalary: £58,000 to £65,000 per annum, pro rataLocation: Burnt Oak, North London, with some hybrid workingHours: Full time or 0.8 FTEContract: PermanentClosing Date: Wednesday 4th March at noonInterviews: First round 11th, 13th or 16th March. Final round in person w/c 23rd MarchAbout the roleThe Director of Fundraising role sits on the Senior Leadership Team and has responsibility for delivering a fundraising programme with a target of around £2m per year. You will lead the fundraising function and personally manage a portfolio of major donors and corporate partners.Key responsibilities include Generating substantial income to meet annual fundraising targetsManaging and stewarding major donors, high net worth individuals and corporate partnersSupporting trusts and grants fundraising to deliver high quality funding bidsLeading and developing the fundraising team, setting KPIs and income targetsDeveloping and delivering a fundraising strategy aligned to the wider organisational strategyPreparing reports and presenting to the Board of Trustees and relevant committeesEnsuring compliance with fundraising legislation and codes of practiceWorking with partner organisations and networks to share best practiceActing as a senior leader within the organisation and role modelling organisational values About youAs Director of Fundraising You will be an experienced fundraising professional with a strong track record of securing significant income from major donors and partners. Essential experience includes: Experience of securing six figure donations from major donors or corporate partnersA strong track record of meeting challenging fundraising targetsExperience of managing donor pipelines and aligning supporter interests with organisational needExperience of working with Trustees or senior volunteersLine management experience and the ability to lead and motivate a teamExcellent communication and relationship building skillsA strategic and target driven approach to fundraisingStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlinesExperience of using a fundraising database or CRM system About the organisationThe organisation provides open access youth services for young people aged 8 to 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs. It operates six days a week and offers a wide range of activities and targeted support. Fundraising is essential to cover the majority of its operating costs, and the charity is well established locally with strong community and philanthropic support.The organisation is part of a wider national network, working collaboratively with partner organisations to increase funding and share best practice.Other roles you may have experience of could include; Head of Fundraising, Head of Development, Fundraising Manager, Major Gifts Manager, Head of Corporate Partnerships, Philanthropy Lead, Fundraising Director, Development Director, etc.If you are looking for a leadership position that requires creativity, that will enable you to flourish, be ambitious, operate both strategically and operationally, and drive success, then this is the position for you. #INDNFP