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Great opportunity to make a real difference as a Fundraising Manager at ThinkForward, an innovative charity helping underprivileged youth transition into the workforce.
Overview
Salary
£43000
Location
Hybrid, within commuting distance of London
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
ThinkForward is a dynamic charity committed to helping underprivileged young people succeed in the workforce. They focus on those from low-income families or areas with limited opportunities and aim to prevent them from becoming unemployment statistics. By 2026, they plan to support over 1,500 young individuals through their innovative programs.
Role Summary
- As a Fundraising Manager, you'll lead income generation activities, particularly focusing on trusts and foundations.
- Support individual giving initiatives.
- Report directly to the Director of Development and work closely with two colleagues.
Role Requirements
- Proven success in high-value fundraising, especially in trust and foundation income generation.
- Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet targets.
- Experience in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Application Process Details
- Applicants should send their CV and a cover letter outlining suitability for the role to jobs@thinkforward.org.uk.
- If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact ThinkForward.
ThinkForward is a dynamic charity focused on supporting young people to overcome barriers and succeed in their transition into the workforce. We are dedicated to helping those from low-income households or areas with limited opportunities, aiming to prevent them from becoming unemployment statistics. In 2026, we plan to support over 1,500 young people through our innovative programs.
The role: As we launch our ambitious three-year strategy, we are looking for a Fundraising Manager to ensure we have a sustainable funding base to continue our mission. This role involves leading income generation activities, particularly focusing on trusts and foundations, and supporting individual giving initiatives. You will report directly to the Director of Development and work alongside two colleagues.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have proven success in high-value fundraising, especially in trust and foundation income generation. You should possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet targets. Experience in collaboration and building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders is crucial.
Benefits: ThinkForward offers a competitive salary starting at £43,000 per annum, with benefits including 25 days annual leave plus additional days for office closures, up to 2 days' leave for volunteering, a commitment to personal development, and more. We also provide a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Applications: Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role as per the person specification to [email removed - click apply for more details]. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us.
ThinkForward is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and we encourage applications from all individuals regardless of background. We are a Disability Confident employer and provide an accessible recruitment process.
