Job Title: Patron Fundraising Executive - Strategic Donor Engagement
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Patron Fundraising Executive to join our team at CHM-1. As a key member of our fundraising department, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy to engage and retain our patrons, driving revenue growth and supporting our conservation mission.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and execute a patron engagement strategy, including identifying and recruiting new prospects, and retaining existing patrons.
2. Manage the day-to-day delivery of the patron programme, including coordinating renewals and responding to enquiries.
3. Work closely with colleagues to identify and recruit new prospects, and deliver retention activity to uplift individuals to patronage.
4. Support the Senior Philanthropy Manager and Development Director to increase income and develop other fundraising opportunities.
About You:
* You have experience in fundraising and donor development in the charity or cultural sector, or in membership engagement.
* You have experience in maintaining a network of contacts through stewardship, cultivation, and donor management.
* You have knowledge of fundraising regulations and best practice, including Gift Aid and GDPR.
* You have excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
* You are proficient in using MS Office suite and presentation software.
* You have numeracy skills to work with budgets and financial reporting.
* You have a positive and enabling attitude, and a proactive, creative approach to problem-solving.
* You have the ability to think creatively and influence others.