Fundraising Development Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Nottingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£44,000 / year
CATEGORY
Nonprofit & Charity
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SKILLS

Fundraising Strategy Grant Writing Project Management Legacy Giving Donor Relations Bid Writing Communication Stakeholder Engagement

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - Fundraising Development Manager

Based at Diocesan Curial Offices in Nottingham. Hybrid working possible.

Salary: £29,000 - £44,000 depending on experience. Full-time, fixed term 2 years.

Closing Date: May 28, 2024 5:00 PM

Job Description

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has identified a clear and pressing need for a professional fundraising capability within our Diocese to identify and take full advantage of funding opportunities through a coordinated approach to increasing donations, grants, and legacies in support of the Mission of the Church across our parishes.

To lead the strategic development of this fundraising capability, we are seeking either: A Fundraising Development Manager (accomplished Fundraising Specialist) or A Fundraising Development Officer (seasoned Charity Professional who can develop into the role). The primary aim is to establish the capacity to drive fundraising in support of mission and outreach initiatives throughout the Diocese, promoting the three spiritual themes: Encounter, Discipleship, and Missionary Discipleship.

Guided by the Diocesan Mission Enabling Team (MET) and local Parishes, the Fundraising Development Officer/Manager will identify and provide support to projects and initiatives that foster a missionary spirit. Through the formulation of the Fundraising & Development Strategy, this role will offer fundraising leadership and guidance, encompassing regular parish giving, legacy programs, and securing grant funding.

The role will extend fundraising support to Parishes and Diocesan Departments, including identifying funding opportunities, crafting fundraising strategies, overseeing implementation, and assisting in grant funding applications. Working closely with contracted external bid writers, fundraisers, and project managers.

Key Details

  • Department: Curia Central Services Office
  • Based at: Diocesan Curial Offices, Nottingham (with regular travel across the Diocese and occasionally elsewhere in the UK)
  • Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some out of hours required)
  • Contract: Fixed term - 2 years, likely to become permanent
  • Salary: Accomplished Specialist £35,000 - £44,000; Developmental role £29,000 - £36,000
  • Line Manager: Chief Operating Officer

How to Apply

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