Fundraising & Partnerships Manager
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Remote, with required travel in support of fundraising activities
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Join Our Mission to Transform Lives as our Fundraising & Partnerships Manager
£35,000 - £42,000 per annum
Remote working with travel across the UK
Are you a passionate and results-driven fundraiser looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? HighGround, a dynamic charity supporting the rehabilitation and vocational aspirations of service personnel, veterans, and reservists, is looking for a talented Professional Fundraiser to join our team.
This is your chance to help us secure vital funding to sustain our life-changing programs, including Horticultural Therapy at Stanford Hall and Residential Rural Weeks at leading colleges across the UK.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary: £35,000-£42,000 depending on experience.
* Flexible remote working arrangement.
* Annual leave package: 25 days plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
* Pension contributions (3% Nest scheme).
* The opportunity to work with a dedicated and inspiring team making a real impact in the lives of military personnel.
Your Role:
As our Fundraising & Partnerships Manager you’ll take the lead in developing and delivering a comprehensive fundraising strategy to:
* Secure funding for HighGround’s key initiatives, including Horticultural Therapy and Residential Rural Weeks.
* Build lasting relationships with key funders and Grant applications.
* Engage corporate sponsors, high-net-worth individuals, and philanthropic organisations.
* Develop impactful campaigns, organise events, and drive donor engagement.
What You’ll Bring:
We’re looking for a motivated and experienced fundraiser who:
* Has a proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising targets.
* Excels in building and managing relationships with donors and sponsors.
* Is highly organised and thrives working independently in a remote role.
* Brings creativity and energy to campaigns and events.
* Understands fundraising regulations and best practices.
* Is willing to travel to represent HighGround and connect with supporters.
Knowledge of the land-based sector or military community is a bonus but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Fundraising
* Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy in order to fully fund:
* Operational overheads
* Delivery of key programs (e.g., Horticultural Therapy and Rural Weeks).
* Building relationships with key funders, including the Army Central Fund (ACF), Army Benevolent Fund (ABF), Royal Marines Charity (RMC), Greenwich Hospital, and the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund (RAFBF).
* Monitoring and applying for Key grants aligned to HighGround's key functions
* Identify and cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic organisations.
Campaigns and Events
* Plan, execute, and evaluate fundraising campaigns to engage supporters and increase revenue.
* Organise and participate in events, ensuring they align with HighGround’s mission and goals.
* Drive donor engagement through tailored communications and acknowledgement strategies.
Donor Engagement and Stewardship
* Ensure excellent donor stewardship practices, including timely acknowledgements and meaningful engagement.
* Develop legacy giving programs to secure long-term support.
Corporate and Community Support
* Build and maintain relationships with corporate partners and community groups to secure sponsorships and donations.
* Promote HighGround’s mission through strategic collaborations and partnerships.
Monitoring and Reporting
* Set and achieve fundraising targets in collaboration with the CEO.
* Maintain accurate records of fundraising activities, donor interactions, and income streams.
* Provide regular reports to the CEO and Trustees on progress, challenges, and opportunities.
Key Outputs
1. Secure funding to:
* Support HighGround Overheads
* Sustain delivery of Horticultural Therapy and Residential Weeks programs.
1. Expanded and diversified donor base, including corporate sponsors, high-net-worth individuals, and legacy donors.
2. Successful execution of targeted fundraising campaigns and events.
3. Strengthened donor engagement and retention strategies.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
* Proven experience in fundraising within the charitable sector.
* Demonstrated success in achieving income targets and managing donor relationships.
* Strong understanding of fundraising regulations and best practices.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent numeracy skills and financial acumen with associated analytical skills .
* Ability to work independently and remotely, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Experience organising fundraising campaigns and events.
* Proficiency in donor management systems and data analysis.
* Willingness to travel for work-related activities.
Desirable Criteria
* Knowledge of or experience within the land-based sector.
* Knowledge of or experience within the Service leaver, Reservist and Veteran community.
* Familiarity with the key funders relevant to HighGround’s mission.
* Experience in legacy fundraising and high-net-worth donor engagement.
Benefits
* Competitive salary (£35,000 - £42,000 per annum).
* Flexible remote working arrangement.
* Reimbursement for work-related travel, accommodation, and subsistence.
* Pension contributions of 3% into a Nest pension scheme.
* leave entitlement: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
HighGround is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
About HighGround:
At HighGround, we are proud to support service personnel transitioning to civilian life through innovative programs that reconnect them with nature and help them discover new career paths in the land-based sector. Our work is built on the values of service, community, and opportunity. We also are privileged to deliver Horticulture Therapy as part of patient rehabilitation at the Defence Medical rehabilitation Centre ( Stanford Hall) —and we need you to help us expand our impact.
Apply Now
Be part of a charity that changes lives. Apply today and help us make a lasting difference.
To apply, send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role to Jamie.crisp@highground-uk.org by Midnight - Monday 24th February 2025
HighGround is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.