Fundraising Manager – Trust Grants & Foundations

Job overview

We are looking for a driven Fundraising Manager specialising in approaching trusts, grants & foundations who is passionate about health charities and the role the charity plays in supporting the needs of local patients. As a key member of the Charity Team, you must have the creativity, skill & knowledge to deliver the best charity experience to supporters to support the wider strategy. You will provide an important link between the Charity, fundraisers & hospital staff to deliver an effective donor experience.

Working as part of the wider team, you will play a leading role in maximising income & generating funds to agreed targets through targeted trust & foundation applications & relationship development. Key responsibilities will include detailed research, framing proposals for support & working closely with the Trust to identify projects that require substantial financial support.

You will require local geographic knowledge & knowledge of trust & foundations fundraising. You must be highly organised, self-motivated & competent in creating & delivering targeted pitches that meet the business objectives with a proven ability to convert leads into successful wins. You will also require considerable networking working skills with the ability to identify influential contacts both internally & externally. The ability to convey complex messages with confidence and with powers of persuasion is essential.

Previous applicants need not apply.

PROPOSED INTERVIEW DATE:  15th June 2026

Main duties of the job

• In conjunction with the Head of Grants & Charity Operations, plan & implement the strategy for trusts, grants & foundations with agreed targets and plans, to be reviewed on a regular basis
• Maintaining accurate records using the Access CRM database, with details of all target funders, approaches made and responses noted
• Provide regular monthly reports about successful, active & future grant application activity, performance and application
• To attend a range of events including external meetings and presentations that will inspire audiences to engage with the charity
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation including the Charities Act and Data Protection
• Participating in local and regional events to lift the charity profile and encourage donations
• To ensure that appropriate timetables are put in place to reflect the policies of possible grant funders and that all proposals are consistent with the criteria set
• With support from Associate Director of Charity and Charity Communications & Marketing Team, create publicity for new and existing funding opportunities
• Be aware of charity policy on accepting donations in line with the reputation of the charity and hospital trust
• Work independently under their own initiative and act as lead specialist

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.