Head of Fundraising

Animal Aid Job Vacancy: Head of Fundraising We have a rare and exciting opportunity to lead Animal Aid's fundraising team. The role will involve developing, overseeing and evaluating our fundraising strategy - ensuring that our vital work for animals has the support it needs to continue. The role will include: Managing our Supporter Engagement and Fundraising & Legacy Officers - Overseeing and helping to implement the following programmes (the level of day-to-day involvement in these will be dependent on the successful candidate's specialisms): Major donor giving Regular giving Membership Club draw programme Digital fundraising Sponsored events Ensuring that fundraising targets are met and that timetables remain on-track Introducing fresh ideas to contribute to further strategy development Constantly evaluating the success of our various fundraising initiatives Overseeing the production of appeals and other fundraising materials Engaging with supporters and responding to queries Writing copy for our quarterly magazine and e-newsletters The successful candidate will require the following qualities and experience: A proven track record of running a successful fundraising department. Experience of running successful major donor giving programmes. Good knowledge of digital fundraising. Experience of developing and strengthening individual giving, membership and lottery programmes. Highly organised and self-motivated. Strong writing skills - able to produce compelling copy within tight deadlines. Excellent staff management skills. Approachable, friendly and keen to promote professional development. A natural team player - happy to step in and support colleagues wherever it's needed. Creative and keen to trial new ideas. Polite, helpful and enjoys engaging with supporters. Passionate about supporting Animal Aid's work and furthering the cause of animal rights. The position can be either full time or four days per week.