Job summary
Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT) Charity raises funds for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust's family of ten hospitals and community services including Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Manchester Royal Infirmary and Wythenshawe Hospital.
We are looking for a talented, passionate and committed individual giving or direct marketing specialist to join our team and make an immediate and sustainable impact.
With a trust-based approach, we will readily consider flexible working patterns. With core hours of 10am - 4pm, and a minimum requirement of two days in the office per week, most of our team choose to work on a hybrid home/office basis.
Excellent benefits include:
NHS pension scheme
27 days annual leave per year, rising to 29 days after five years continuous service and 33 days after 10. (Annual leave will be pro rata-ed to the duration of the contract.)
Access to carer's leave
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave
Onsite nursery
Eligibility to purchase a Blue Light card and for many NHS discount schemes
Initiatives by the Trust's dedicated staff Health and Wellbeing team
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of key aspects of the Charity's Individual Giving programme to support the charity's strategic objectives. The post holder will deliver the charity's supporter journey and email marketing programmes to engage, retain and upgrade existing supporters. The postholder will also work with the Senior Manager for Individual Giving to deliver the charity's Direct Mail, Lottery and Legacy fundraising activity.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.
With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.
Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.
At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree or equivalent level of relevant experience
Desirable
- Fundraising/individual giving/direct marketing qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Individual Giving techniques and best practice
- Understanding of copywriting techniques & best practices
- Understanding of relevant data protection legislation
Desirable
- Understanding of current fundraising landscape
- Understanding of principles of legacy and/or lottery fundraising
- Understanding of analytics tools and how to interpret data
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using CRM systems/tools
- Experience of project delivery/management of projects
- Experience of effective copywriting and proof reading
- Experience in a marketing or fundraising role within the charity sector
Desirable
- Experience of using Beacon and MailChimp
- Experience of copywriting and content generation
- Experience of managing relationships with external agencies
- Experience of design, print and production processes
Attributes
Essential
- Self starter & able to work under own initiative
- Highly organised
- Eye for detail
- Able to occasionally work outside of office hours
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communicator
- Strong technical understanding
- Able to interpret and analyse data
- People person who is able to build and maintain effective relationships
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree or equivalent level of relevant experience
Desirable
- Fundraising/individual giving/direct marketing qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Individual Giving techniques and best practice
- Understanding of copywriting techniques & best practices
- Understanding of relevant data protection legislation
Desirable
- Understanding of current fundraising landscape
- Understanding of principles of legacy and/or lottery fundraising
- Understanding of analytics tools and how to interpret data
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using CRM systems/tools
- Experience of project delivery/management of projects
- Experience of effective copywriting and proof reading
- Experience in a marketing or fundraising role within the charity sector
Desirable
- Experience of using Beacon and MailChimp
- Experience of copywriting and content generation
- Experience of managing relationships with external agencies
- Experience of design, print and production processes
Attributes
Essential
- Self starter & able to work under own initiative
- Highly organised
- Eye for detail
- Able to occasionally work outside of office hours
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communicator
- Strong technical understanding
- Able to interpret and analyse data
- People person who is able to build and maintain effective relationships
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Manchester Foundation Trust Charity Office
MFT Trust HQ, Cobbett House, Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
