Alongside the Director of income generation create, develop and deliver a fundraising strategy to support Teesside Hospices new incoming strategy and strategic objectives. Identify new fundraising opportunities and innovative approaches to diversify income streams. Lead, mentor, and develop the fundraising team, setting clear objectives and providing ongoing support and training. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability. Cultivate and maintain relationships with major donors, corporate partners, trusts, foundations, key local influential stakeholders, community groups and supporters. Develop and implement effective stewardship plans to ensure donor engagement and retention Plan, coordinate, and oversee major fundraising campaigns, appeals, and events, ensuring they are well-executed and achieve set targets. Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling campaign materials and communication plans. Develop and manage the fundraising budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and maximizing return on investment. Monitor and report on fundraising income and expenditure, providing regular updates to the Director of income Generation and SMT. Ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant legal standards, ethical guidelines, and best practices. Maintain accurate records and reporting, adhering to data protection regulations and transparency requirements. Act as the primary point of contact for fundraising-related inquiries and represent Teesside Hospice at external events and meetings. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including community leaders, volunteers, and partner organizations. Alongside the Director of Income Generation analyse fundraising performance data to inform strategic decisions and identify areas for improvement. Work closely with the marketing team to develop and implement integrated fundraising and communication strategies. Ensure consistent and effective messaging across all fundraising campaigns and materials. Recruit, train, and manage volunteers to support fundraising activities, ensuring they are effectively utilized and engaged Identify and secure strategic partnerships that align with Teesside Hospices mission and contribute to fundraising efforts. Negotiate and manage sponsorship agreements and other partnership arrangements. Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in fundraising, implementing new ideas and approaches to enhance fundraising efforts Encourage a culture of innovation within the fundraising team, fostering creativity and continuous improvement.