Teesside Hospice

Head of Fundraising

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Job summary

We are currently seeking a Head of Fundraising to lead and develop a fundraising department and strategy to ensure financial sustainability of the organisations services.

This role is essential in securing the necessary resources to support the hospices mission to meet the needs of be there for people with a terminal illness and ensure local people get the very best care at the end of their life.

To be successful in this role you will have experience of professional fundraising and in depth understanding of various fundraising techniques.

If you're friendly, reliable, and eager to contribute to our cause, we'd love to have you join our team!

Main duties of the job

By cultivating relationships with donors, driving innovative fundraising campaigns and managing a dedicated team the Head of Fundraising plays a crucial role in enabling Teesside Hospice to continue its essential work and look to improve and develop its services for the future.

You will bring a passion for supporter engagement and building relationships, a passion for innovation and a creative flair to bring new ideas and to shape the exciting future of fundraising at Teesside Hospice.

About us

Were changing lives across Teesside by supporting people and families whove been affected by a terminal illness.

We support around 3,000 people in Tees Valley, primarily in Middlesbrough and Redcar & Cleveland. We help them make the most of every day, ensuring they receive the best possible care by creating experiences and memories that last a lifetime.

Everybody gets treated as an individual, whether its physical, mental or emotional support they need from us. We support people to stay as independent as possible for as long as possible. Were bringing people together. From patients, family and friends to our clinical team, counsellors, staff, volunteers and our fundraisers. We make sure that everyone gets to live well until the very end.

We really care. We were founded by local people and will always be here for local people. We understand their lives, the community and culture so are incredibly well placed to offer highly personalised levels of care.

It costs us around £17,000 each day to run all our services, which include: a 10-bed Inpatient Unit, Wellbeing Centre, Outreach, Bereavement services for Adults and Children and a lymphoedema Clinic. For more information, find out more by clickingthis link.

Date posted

20 December 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£40,000 to £43,750 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

B0156-24-0009

Job locations

Teesside Hospice

1 Northgate Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS5 5NW

Teesside Hospice Trading Ltd

410 Linthorpe Road

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS56HF

Job description

Job responsibilities

Alongside the Director of income generation create, develop and deliver a fundraising strategy to support Teesside Hospices new incoming strategy and strategic objectives.

Identify new fundraising opportunities and innovative approaches to diversify income streams.

Lead, mentor, and develop the fundraising team, setting clear objectives and providing ongoing support and training.

Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.

Cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors, corporate partners, trusts, foundations, key local influential stakeholders, community groups and supporters.

Develop and implement effective stewardship plans to ensure donor engagement and retention

Plan, coordinate, and oversee major fundraising campaigns, appeals, and events, ensuring they are well-executed and achieve set targets.

Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling campaign materials and communication plans.

Develop and manage the fundraising budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and maximizing return on investment.

Monitor and report on fundraising income and expenditure, providing regular updates to the Director of income Generation and SMT.

Ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant legal standards, ethical guidelines, and best practices.

Maintain accurate records and reporting, adhering to data protection regulations and transparency requirements.

Act as the primary point of contact for fundraising-related inquiries and represent Teesside Hospice at external events and meetings.

Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including community leaders, volunteers, and partner organizations.

Alongside the Director of Income Generation analyse fundraising performance data to inform strategic decisions and identify areas for improvement.

Work closely with the marketing team to develop and implement integrated fundraising and communication strategies.

Ensure consistent and effective messaging across all fundraising campaigns and materials.

Recruit, train, and manage volunteers to support fundraising activities, ensuring they are effectively utilized and engaged

Identify and secure strategic partnerships that align with Teesside Hospices mission and contribute to fundraising efforts.

Negotiate and manage sponsorship agreements and other partnership arrangements.

Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in fundraising, implementing new ideas and approaches to enhance fundraising efforts

Encourage a culture of innovation within the fundraising team, fostering creativity and continuous improvement.