Salary
Competitive
Posted
28 Sep 2026
Last verified: 28 Sep 2026 · Direct employer listing
Bid Writer
Role Overview
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraising professional who can help us secure the investment needed to grow our impact.
As our Bid Writer, you’ll:
✍️ Research and identify potential funders across Trusts & Foundations, corporates, grant-giving bodies, and other organisations
🎯 Build and manage a strong funding pipeline across both capital appeal and general revenue
📝 Lead on high-quality, persuasive bid writing and funding applications, from research through to submission
🤝 Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with existing and prospective funders
📅 Manage application and reporting deadlines, grant administration and monitoring requirements
💡 Work closely with colleagues across the charity to understand our services, identify fundable projects and develop compelling cases for support
We’re looking for someone with excellent writing and research skills, strong attention to detail, great relationship-building abilities and a genuine passion for making a difference.
Our Ideal Candidate
Responsibilities and Duties
Administration and Organisational Responsibilities
Key Information
Hours: 28 Hours Per Week
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Responsible To: Head of Corporate and Capital Appeal
Location:
Benefits
28 Days Holidays
+ Bank Holidays
Birthday Day Off
5% Pension Contribution
Free Lunch 3 Times A Week
Free Breakfast 5 Times A Week
Happy Days UK
Happy Days supports and empowers people who are homeless or in crisis to live independent and purposeful lives by helping them to access the advice and services they need to bring about sustainable change.
Apply for This Vacancy
If you’re an ambitious fundraiser who enjoys combining creativity, strategy and compelling storytelling to secure funding for meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Interested? Apply now. Email: rory@happydaysuk.org a copy of your CV and a covering letter