Individual Giving Manager, BBC Children in Need

JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC Children in Need
LOCATION: Salford / London Hybrid
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £33,000 - £37,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
BBC Children in Need is the BBC s UK Charity, and exists to make a positive difference to the lives of disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. Our refreshed objectives and activities will ensure the impact we have on children s lives is front and centre of the work the charity undertakes over and above the projects and services we fund.

Our focus is on finding and funding the inspiring ideas that change children s lives.

Join BBC Children in Need as our Individual Giving Manager and help shape the future of fundraising for one of the UK s most beloved charities. You ll play a key role in growing income from individual supporters, ensuring long-term stability and impact for children and young people across the UK. This is your chance to bring your fundraising expertise to a cause that truly matters.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM
Be part of a passionate, mission-driven team that s committed to changing children s lives. At BBC Children in Need, you ll collaborate with creative, strategic minds across fundraising, marketing, and content. You ll have the opportunity to innovate, grow professionally, and make a tangible difference while benefiting from hybrid working and a supportive, inclusive culture.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

• Implement and evolve the Individual Giving strategy across acquisition, retention, mid-value, and legacy giving.
• Collaborate with agencies and internal teams to develop compelling donor journeys and integrated campaigns.
• Lead on mid-value donor engagement and legacy income initiatives.
• Analyse supporter data to optimise performance and reduce attrition.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and data protection standards.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Proven experience in Individual Giving, with an extensive track record of managing successful fundraising campaigns.
• Strong understanding and delivery of supporter stewardship.
• Proficiency in data analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of digital marketing and social media trends in fundraising.
• Passion for the mission and values of BBC Children in Need.

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Experience working with external fundraising agencies.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and data selection processes.
• Understanding of legacy fundraising and mid-value donor programmes.
• Knowledge of GDPR and fundraising compliance.
  

If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.