Income-generation Manager Job purpose Over the next six years, the Diocese of St Asaph is embarking on an ambitious growth programme to extend our ministry in local communities. To support this work, we need to develop, deliver and embed an income-generation strategy for our growth projects to help our churches and Mission Areas to achieve financial sustainability for the future. As part of the Diocesan office team, but working closely with Hub Churches and Mission Areas, the Income-generation Manager will develop current income streams and use creative approaches to identify new opportunities and trial new methods of generating funds. Key duties are as follows: Work with the Diocesan Programme team to identify and implement income initiatives for churches. These will include: planned and regular giving Gift Aid – gaining maximum benefit from this loose plate – improving how we collect cash and electronic payment using church buildings to generate fees making best use of reserves and investments legacy (inc. wills) grants – sourcing and writing – supporting the work of our grants manager for building development works. Develop practical and consistent guides for churches and revise these based on changing needs and requirements. Deliver income generation guidance and toolkits, including working on pilot schemes and proof of concept projects with churches. Monitor project performance to ensure our income objectives are on track. Conduct regular review sessions to identify successes and failures. Compile and submit status reports to management, the Diocesan Oversight group and other key stakeholders. Develop excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with project stakeholders at all levels of seniority. Who we are looking for You should have demonstrable experience of developing and maintaining fundraising projects in the charitable sector. You will be able to rely on your fundraising expertise while tailoring your approach to the requirements of the Church in Wales. You should be a self-starter – someone who can motivate and organise local church teams to embrace new initiatives. You will be creative and able to develop new, innovative projects and see these through to completion by working with local fundraisers. You will have excellent verbal and written communications skills and support a culture of continuous evaluation and improvement. How to apply : Please email your CV and a covering letter, explaining how you meet the criteria for the role. Closing date: Noon on Friday 14 February 2025