Fundraising Manager - Manchester

NFP People

  • Manchester
  • £46,031-49,782 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Fundraising ManagerWe are looking for a motivated and dynamic Fundraising Manager to join the team, helping us build on the great work we’re already doing and achieve even more.This is an exciting time to join the charity as we continue our journey to support children and young people in areas of high deprivation to succeed in life.Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Contractually based from one of our offices with flexibility to work from home, subject to business requirements and line manager approval.
Salary: £46,031 - £49,782 per annum
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday)
Contract: PermanentClosing Date: 9:00am, Monday 22nd September 2025
Interview Dates:
  • First stage: Monday 29th September 2025
  • Second stage: Friday 3rd October 2025
The RoleYou will be responsible for managing a mixed portfolio of supporters with a focus on securing high-value opportunities (in excess of £75k) and sustaining long-term donor relationships. Working across trusts, corporates, and individuals, you will develop fundraising strategies, lead donor acquisition, craft compelling proposals, and deliver tailored stewardship.This role will see you:
  • Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value supporters to achieve income targets.
  • Research, prepare, and submit high-quality grant applications, bids, and proposals.
  • Cultivate strong, lasting relationships with funders, including trusts, foundations, corporate partners, and high-net-worth individuals.
  • Contribute to pipeline development, planning, and forecasting to ensure long-term income growth.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders to develop new projects and fundraising opportunities.
  • Monitor, report, and evaluate fundraising activities, ensuring excellent supporter experiences.
If you are passionate about collaboration, community-led change, and believe in the power of strong, connected communities to give every child the right to succeed, we would love to hear from you.About YouWe are seeking a proactive and results-driven fundraiser with:
  • Experience in a charity fundraising role, with a proven track record of securing significant six-figure gifts.
  • Strong knowledge of trust and foundation fundraising, corporate giving, and high-value donor stewardship.
  • Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to engage funders and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience in pipeline development, donor cultivation, and proposal writing.
  • Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work across multiple projects.
  • A commitment to the mission of the charity and to improving outcomes for children and young people.
Benefits Include:
  • 5% employer pension contribution
  • 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Medicash health plan
  • Group life assurance
  • Flexible working
  • Commitment to wellbeing and professional development
Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the criteria of the role. The covering letter should be no more than 2 sides of A4.About the OrganisationThe charity works with communities in areas of high deprivation to remove barriers to education and create better outcomes for children and young people. Since launching in 2015, we’ve been working with schools, colleges, and local authorities across Blackpool, Rochdale, Birkenhead, and the Liverpool City Region to build inclusive education systems and improve literacy.We are an equal opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from those with lived experience of the challenges our programmes seek to address. As a Disability Confident employer, we will provide any support needed in the recruitment process.Other roles you may have experience in could include: Fundraising Manager, Trusts & Foundations Manager, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Partnerships Manager, High Value Giving Manager, etc.PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.=

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