ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT GENERATING INCOME FOR CHARITABLE CAUSES? DO YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE BUILDING STRONG RELATIONSHIPS AND LEADING APPLICATIONS TO INSTITUTIONAL FUNDERS?

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Grants & Trusts Manager to join our Income Generation Directorate. You will play a key part in securing vital income to support our work and mission.
Location
Northampton
Map Location
NN3 6BJ
Salary
£47,100 per annum plus benefits
Contract Type
Permanent
Closing Date
21/02/2025

Documents

• Candidate Pack Grants and Trusts Manager(PDF, 1617.19kb)
• Visiting our office(PDF, 3458.3kb)

About Us:
Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role’s requirements.

ABOUT YOU:

We’re looking for an individual with a proven track record in trust and grant fundraising, with the ability to lead a team and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience in growing income through grants, trusts, and foundations, with strong bid writing skills.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a high-performing team.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills, including the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Financial expertise including analytical skills with experience in budget management and the ability to develop funding pipelines.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and fundraising software.
• A commitment to the mission and values of the MND Association.

Join us in building meaningful partnerships that will help drive lasting change. If you have the experience and passion to succeed in this role, we look forward to receiving your application

THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION IS AVAILABLE IN THE CANDIDATE PACK.

Salary: £47,100 per annum
Hours: 37 per week
Location: Northampton office
Contract: Permanent
Hybrid Working and Flexibility: This role offers hybrid working, with the expectation to attend the office 1-2 days per week. We are open to part-time applications or job shares – please indicate your preferred working arrangement in your application. This is a flexible role with some travel to London and other locations across the UK.
How to apply:

Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.

• Demonstrable record of charity experience in growing income and providing excellent stewardship in grants, trusts and foundations.
• Experience in leading and developing a high-performing team, with an enabling leadership style that sets the team up for success.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, capable of building rapport and influencing effectively particularly at a senior level.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the Grants & Trusts Manager, you will lead and inspire a dedicated team to deliver essential funding for the Association.

• Lead the identification and development of a portfolio of grants, trusts, and foundations.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with funders to secure long-term partnerships.
• Lead, motivate and manage the Trusts team, including the line management of two Trusts Fundraising Officers, providing ongoing support and team development.
• Deliver high levels of donor stewardship through a proactive approach.
• Oversee the Trusts Team in delivering to develop and deliver persuasive and timely funding applications.
• Collaborate with the Prospect Researcher to identify and champion the development of new funding sources and opportunities.
• Work across the organisation to create compelling propositions that align with funders’ priorities.
• Ensure clarity and alignment with other fundraising teams on donor stewardship and contact strategies.
• Manage reporting, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions of awarded grants.
• Assist with the creation of income and expenditure budgets and provide regular progress reports.
• Champion the use of our CRM system to ensure accurate and accessible donor information.

Please submit a CV and supporting statement. Your supporting statement should be no longer than one side of A4 and demonstrate how you meet the following areas of the role.

• Demonstrable record of charity experience in growing income and providing excellent stewardship in grants, trusts and foundations.
• Experience in leading and developing a high-performing team, with an enabling leadership style that sets the team up for success.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, capable of building rapport and influencing effectively particularly at a senior level