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Head of Fundraising
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Head of Fundraising - Weldmar Hospicecare
Location: Hybrid (home-based, Poundbury Office, and Dorchester Inpatient Unit)
Salary: £47,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Are you an experienced and ambitious fundraising professional looking to lead impactful strategies in a highly respected charity?
Weldmar Hospicecare, a values-driven organisation supporting adults across Dorset with life-limiting illnesses, is seeking a Head of Fundraising to spearhead our income generation efforts.
About Us
At Weldmar Hospicecare, we are dedicated to providing exceptional palliative care services, supporting not only patients but also their loved ones. As an independent charity, we rely on community generosity to raise over £27,500 daily, allowing us to offer all services free of charge.
We are proud to foster a welcoming, caring, and adaptable environment with integrity at the heart of everything we do. Join us to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.
About the Role
As Head of Fundraising, you will:
- Develop and implement an ambitious fundraising strategy that enhances income generation across multiple streams, including events, legacies, corporate giving, and community support.
- Provide strategic and operational leadership to the fundraising team, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, including Retail, Marketing, and Clinical, as well as external stakeholders and supporters.
- Deliver inspiring stewardship plans, data-driven donor strategies, and innovative fundraising initiatives to increase supporter engagement and retention.
- Oversee budgets, financial reporting, and performance metrics, ensuring fundraising activities align with Weldmar's goals.
About You
To excel in this role, you will have:
- A proven track record of fundraising success, generating sustainable income across various streams in the charity sector.
- Leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and empower a team to meet ambitious targets.
- In-depth knowledge of UK charity law, fundraising codes of practice, and GDPR.
- Exceptional skills in strategic planning, budget management, and donor stewardship.
- A collaborative mindset, coupled with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
Essential requirements:
- Professional qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- Membership of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (or working towards it).
- The ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, and a full UK driving licence.
Why Join Us?
At Weldmar Hospicecare, we offer:
- A competitive salary and generous benefits, including 27 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays) with additional days after five and ten years of service.
- A supportive work environment with hybrid working opportunities.
- Access to professional development and wellness initiatives, including counselling support and Mental Health First Aiders.
- The opportunity to contribute to a vital charity making a tangible impact in the Dorset community.
Be part of a compassionate and innovative team dedicated to transforming lives across Dorset.
Apply today!
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Location: Poundbury, GB
Posted Date: 12/24/2024
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