Major Donor, Legacy, and Membership Fundraising Manager

Are you an experienced relationship fundraiser who wants to have a direct impact on approximately 7 million people in the UK who live with tinnitus? If you want to generate income that supports research to drive progress towards a cure, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Position: Major Donor, Legacy and Membership Fundraising Manager

Location: Sheffield Office with remote working options (1 day in the office per week)

Salary: £38,000

Contract Type: Permanent and full time; 35 hours per week (may include longer hours depending on requirements)

About Tinnitus UK:

Tinnitus UK is a Sheffield based charity dedicated to providing support services, research, and prevention advice for individuals living with tinnitus. As the world's leading provider in this field, they aim to alleviate the burden of tinnitus for the one in seven adults affected in the UK.

Their mission is a world where no one suffers from tinnitus. They provide free support services, lead in tinnitus research, connect the research community with tinnitus sufferers, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure effective management of tinnitus.

About the role:

You will play a pivotal role in driving our fundraising efforts to the next level. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing strategies to engage major donors, leveraging legacy funding opportunities, and expanding Tinnitus UK's membership base. By capitalising on Tinnitus UK's strong communication assets and brand awareness, you'll spearhead initiatives to secure vital funding to support their mission.

As Major Donor, Legacy, and Membership Manager you will:

• Develop and execute a robust major donor fundraising strategy.
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with major donors and philanthropists, leveraging existing contacts.
• Create a pipeline of strategic gift solicitation stages to maximise donor potential.
• Increase awareness of legacy opportunities.
• Develop and execute a plan to significantly increase and enhance Tinnitus UK's individual membership.

About you:

You will demonstrate exceptional relationship and communication skills, including:

• A track record in securing income from major donors and philanthropists including knowledge of membership / legacy fundraising.
• Familiarity with major donor engagement and reporting standards for significant donations.
• Strong understanding of fundraising best practices.
• The ability to work with a board of trustees to develop a portfolio.
• Emotional intelligence and outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, able to work with a diverse pipeline of both warm and cold prospects.

Join Tinnitus UK in making a difference in the lives of millions affected by tinnitus.

If you have a fearless personality, boundless tenacity, and a desire to have an enormous impact on the 1 in 7 people who suffer with tinnitus, we'd love you to get in touch.

Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Ellen Drummond & Priya Vencatasawmy at Charity People as the first step.

Deadline: 9am, Friday, 24th of May.

First stage interviews: This will take place on the 31st of May (virtually).

Second stage interviews: In the Sheffield office on the 5th & 6th of June.

Please get in touch as soon as possible if you are interested, we would love to begin conversations with interested candidates.

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