Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations)

Join Us as Our Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations)

Are you passionate about heritage, history, and public engagement? Do you thrive in a role where you can make a tangible difference? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at the Greenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval College.

Why Us?

• Salary: £35,000-40,000
• Location: Greenwich, London, SE10
• Working Pattern: Full Time - Permanent, 35 Hours per week
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays

Your Benefits:

• Make a real impact on heritage preservation and public engagement
• Career Development Training & Progression opportunities
• Experience a unique team culture dedicated to our mission
• Work in a supportive environment where your ideas are valued

Your Role:

As our Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations), you will play a pivotal role in securing vital funding for our projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Driving growth of Trusts and Foundations income, supporting both unrestricted income and major projects.
• Managing a personal portfolio of funders, nurturing relationships and pitching proposals.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop compelling funding applications.
• Building lasting relationships with funders to establish multi-year income opportunities.
• Leading the prospecting process and expanding our network of supporters.

Your Career Development:

At the Greenwich Foundation, we believe in nurturing talent. As a member of our team, you'll have access to ongoing career development training and progression opportunities. We'll support you in reaching your full potential.

Our Culture:

Joining our team means becoming part of a unique culture dedicated to preserving heritage and fostering public engagement. We value collaboration, creativity, and a passion for making a difference.

Life at the Greenwich Foundation:

Imagine a workplace where every day brings new opportunities to make a real impact. From engaging with supporters to attending donor events, your role will be dynamic and rewarding.

Our Mission and Vision:

At the Greenwich Foundation, our mission is to preserve and celebrate our rich heritage for future generations. We envision a world where everyone can access and enjoy our historic treasures.

Your Essential Criteria:

• Significant experience in trusts and foundations fundraising.
• Proven success in securing grants at the five-figure level.
• Sound understanding of trusts and foundations interests and methods.
• Strong IT skills, including fundraising databases and MS Office packages.
• Ability to work effectively within a small team.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team dedicated to heritage preservation and public engagement, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become our Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations) and help shape our future.

Join us in preserving history and engaging communities. Apply now!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.