Sample job description for Fundraising Manager

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Sample Job Description:

Job title: Fundraising Manager

Responsible to: Director

Department: Fundraising

Main purpose of job: To maximise the generation of funds for Disability Care Links

Key Duties:

Generate increased income from existing sources
Identify and research potential funding opportunities
Develop proposals for projects that could attract new funding
Establish links with other voluntary and statutory bodies
Assist the Director in developing a three-year fundraising strategy
Liaise with Press Officer for profile-raising events
Undertake other duties as required to ensure the proper functioning of the team

Management responsibilities:

Manage department budget and financial goals
Supervise Fundraising Officers in accordance with company policies and procedures
Carry out recruitment and selection of staff as necessary
Coach and develop Fundraising Officers including holding regular appraisals and conducting performance reviews

These are key duties and responsibilities for the post and they are subject to regular review. Any significant changes to the role will be subject to consultation.

Role

Your job is to secure additional funding to enable the continuing work of Disability Care Links in its role as a provider of care facilities for vulnerable people. You will be responsible for all fundraising activity, conducted on behalf of the organisation. As Fundraising Manager you will also be expected to lead the Fundraising Team and oversee the management and development of three Fundraising Officers. As a member of the Management Team you will be expected to contribute to long-term planning and attend monthly Management Team meetings.