Funding Lead

You will be responsible for working across the charity to identify new funding opportunities, preparing high-quality applications, and maintaining relationships with key funders.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and highly organized individual with experience in fundraising and grant writing. Making A Difference To Maidstone is a hyper local Christian Charity working on behalf of those in crisis in Maidstone Kent.

Responsibilities:

Research and identify potential trusts and foundations to approach for funding.

Work with the Management team to identify projects and proposals.

Write compelling funding applications and reports to secure financial support for the charity s projects and initiatives.

Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key funders, keeping them informed of progress and the impact of their donations.

Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with corporate funders, keeping them informed of progress and the impact of their donations.

Manage a portfolio of existing trusts and foundations, ensuring timely reporting and stewardship.

Track and manage fundraising data, ensuring accurate records of all communications and activities.

Prepare regular fundraising reports.

Required Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in fundraising, with a strong focus on trusts and foundations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write persuasive proposals and reports.

Strong research skills and the ability to identify new funding opportunities.

Experience in managing donor relationships.

Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

Proficient in all Microsoft and Google software applications

Desired Skills and Experience:

Knowledge of Beacon Customer Relations Management system desired

Certificate in Fundraising either from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or equivalent desired

A good Marketing and/or Fundraising background is desired

A commitment to making a positive impact.

. Marketing experience desirable

Role specifics:

Office based role

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