Fundraising Manager

New Perspectives is seeking a dynamic and experienced Fundraising Manager. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong background in fundraising, donor engagement, and relationship management who thrives on developing strategies and delivering high-quality written proposals for grants, corporate partnerships, and major donors. You will play a critical role in driving income growth, building a pipeline of prospects, and nurturing meaningful partnerships that advance our artistic mission.

As Fundraising Manager you will work closely with closely with the Executive Director and senior leadership, leading on mapping and maximising opportunities across a broad spectrum of fundraising activities, including Trusts and Foundations, individual donors, and corporate partners. An ability to understand and translate complex project information into compelling funding proposals will be key to your success.

This is a varied role with plenty of scope for creativity and innovation. You'll bring insight and strategic thinking to our income generation activities, using your knowledge of the fundraising landscape to develop multi-year funding bids and engaging stewardship journeys. You will also help to shape and deliver engaging donor communications and impactful reporting.

The ideal candiate is someone who is highly motivated, organised, and thrives working independently while also contributing positively to a collaborative team culture and grow a vibrant fundraising portfolio.

New Perspectives is committed to offering a variety of suitable working arrangements. We are open to discussing flexible working options and welcome proposals that are practical and appropriate for the role.

We are looking for an experienced fundraiser or development professional with a track record of meeting income targets and developing strong donor and corporate relationships. You will have at least three years' experience in fundraising, with proven skills in writing compelling funding proposals, creating fundraising materials, and implementing income strategies. A strong understanding of fundraising methods and supporter motivations is essential, as is your ability to communicate charity impact to diverse audiences. You'll bring creativity, innovation, and a flexible, problem-solving mindset. Experience in trust and corporate prospect research, and familiarity with fundraising databases is desirable.

How to Apply:

Please download an application pack for full details of how to apply. If you would like to receive the recruitment pack in a different format, please contact info@newperspectives.co.uk to arrange.

In your application, please outline how you meet the attributes in the person specification, using examples from your professional experience to date. Please email the following:

1. A letter of application

   • a written letter of application (via email) that is no longer than 1,000 words

or

• a video that is no longer than five minutes (.mov, .mp4 accepted)

• A separate page (or video) with your name giving:

• Complete an equal opportunities form (link in pack)

Please send your application by email, with Application for Fundraising Manager in the subject line, to: info@newperspectives.co.uk - receipt of your application will be confirmed by email.

The deadline for applications is Tuesday 15 July 2025, 12pm.

Interviews will be held w/c 21 July 2025.