Fundraising Manager

We are currently recruiting a Fundraising Manager, for our not-for-profit client, based in Aberdeen.

The Fundraising Manager will develop our client's corporate sponsorship income as well as
supporting wider fundraising activities.
Working closely with the Head of Fundraising, the Fundraising Manager will support the achievement of the
fundraising target for the organisation through acquiring sponsorship to benefit both its restricted and
unrestricted activities, applying for trusts and grants, as well as undertaking other fundraising activities.
The Fundraising Manager will attend networking events, utilise their existing network and research new
prospective sponsors. They will meet with prospective sponsors and create bespoke, creative and inspiring
proposals to grow income. An area of focus will be to generate unrestricted income to support the core aims.
Whilst identifying opportunities, writing and submitting proposals will be a significant part of the role, it will
also support and facilitate others across the organisation in achieving their funding targets.
The Fundraising Manager will also manage the venue hire function, assist in the development of individual
giving, and support fundraising events.
The post holder will be expected to work flexibly within the team, with a willingness to work evening and
weekends as required

Our successful candidate will have:
• Educated to Scottish Higher level
• Demonstrable experience (2 years or more) in fundraising or business
development
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship development skills
• Proven record of successfully applying for fundraising/producing fundraising
proposals
• Proven experience of growing income across a variety of fundraising streams
• A passion, drive and creativity with confidence at building relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to relay
appropriate messages effectively to disparate audiences
• Excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge, understanding and experience of delivering successful fundraising
strategies
• Knowledge, understanding and experience of using social media platforms as a
business tool
• Ability to work unsupervised, on own initiative and be an effective team
member
• Knowledge and competence in using MS Office suite and ability to learn to use
new applications and equipment
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and organise own schedule
• Commitment to continuous professional improvement and development
• Desire to work within the charity sector adopting a creative and innovative
approach to funding and fundraising
• A full clean driving licence, with access to your own car (mileage expenses will
be paid).

An excellent opportunity to join a fantastic organisation in Aberdeen.

For more information, contact Sarah at Major Recruitment Aberdeen now!

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