Trusts & Foundations Manager

Location: Home based anywhere in the UK, to include regular travel to Maidstone, London and Birmingham.
Reports to: Head of Communications, Marketing & Income
Salary: Dependent on experience
Working hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week (negotiable)

Job purpose

The Trusts and Foundations Manager will develop and implement a successful trusts and foundations fundraising strategy during an exciting period of organisational transformation. As BWBF undergoes significant changes - including a comprehensive rebranding initiative, this role will be crucial in securing vital funding to support both our ongoing services and new strategic initiatives. The position will manage relationships with grant-making bodies, create compelling funding applications, and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities to support the charity's mission, growth, and transformation. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape funding narratives around our evolving organisation while ensuring sustainable income for our core services.

You'll be joining our tight-knit team where every member's contribution matters, and mutual support is at our core. We're a dedicated group that believes in working hard while fostering a collaborative environment where growth, innovation, and work-life balance go hand in hand.

Key responsibilities

• Research and identify new trust and foundation funding opportunities
• Develop and write high-quality funding applications and proposals
• Manage and nurture relationships with existing trust and foundation supporters
• Create and maintain a pipeline of applications and reporting deadlines
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to funders on grant expenditure and impact
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to gather project information and impact data
• Maintain accurate records of all trust and foundation activities in the CRM system
• Monitor and evaluate funding success rates and income against targets
• Contribute to the overall fundraising strategy and annual budget planning

Skills and experience required

• Proven track record of securing five and six-figure grants from trusts and foundations
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to create compelling funding proposals
• Strong relationship building and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience in budget development and financial reporting
• Knowledge of the UK trust and foundation funding landscape
• Excellent project management and organisational skills
• Ability to interpret and present complex information clearly
• Experience with CRM systems and database management
• Understanding of charity governance and best practices in grant management
• Minimum 5 years previous experience in a similar role within the charitable sector is essential

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development
• Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

How to apply

Please apply with a CV and covering letter via our recruitment partner at job.wda6w@tg.recruitee.com

You will be asked to provide an example of an application to a trust in letter format and an example of an application to a trust in an application form format. You will also be asked to provide details of your notice period.