Fundraising Manager - Bristol

Grief Encounter was set up in December 2003 to ensure that bereaved children and their
families receive the best possible support following the death of a loved one. Grief Encounter
is a leading UK bereavement charity, providing free, professional services and support to
bereaved children, young people and their families. We predominantly work in London and
Bristol whilst also having a national reach through our Bereavement Support line and
through the distribution of Grief Relief Kits.

JOB TITLE:

SALARY:

 Fundraising Manager - Bristol

£35,000 - £37,000 per annum

LOCATION/BASE:

Office based (Bristol) with flexibility for hybrid working

CONTRACTED HOURS:   40 hours a week, 5 days a week with a 1 hour paid rest

break per day

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Head of Fundraising (Bristol)

Our Vision: A world where no child grieves alone.

Our Mission: To help bereaved children, young people and their families find hope and
healing.

Our Values: are very important to us and as a member of the Grief Encounter team, you will
be expected to hold these in your day to day work:

Through times of grief, we deeply understand the profound influence
of  community.  We  honour  heritage,  diversity  and  the  important
bonds that nurture our sense of self and our collective contributions
to provide hope, healing and fulfilling lives.

We’re  not  afraid  to  face  grief  head  on  and  tackle  difficult
conversations openly and honestly with others. This gives everyone
the courage to freely express their emotions and actively participate
in making a difference.

We dedicate ourselves to the lives of bereaved children and families.
With unwavering resolve, we     champion the needs of every child
to shape hopeful futures, with care, warmth and positivity, nurturing
the past, present and future lives.

Grief Encounter: Fundraising Manager – Bristol
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JOB SUMMARY:

The Fundraising Manager will play a key role within the Income Generation team, managing
and delivering support to volunteer fundraisers, community groups, individuals, and
corporates in the South West region who wish to fundraise in aid of Grief Encounter. The role
focuses on maximizing opportunities and ensuring outstanding supporter care while raising
awareness of the organization's work. The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for
developing and implementing a fundraising plan designed to increase engagement and
support the overall targets of the team.

Additionally, the Fundraising Manager will support the delivery of a series of exciting
fundraising events, including the biennial Gala Dinner, Golf Day, and Comedy Night. Through
these activities, the Fundraising Manager will help raise essential income to support
bereaved children, young people, and families. By working closely with supporters,
corporates, and event participants, they will strive to exceed expectations, inspire continued
giving, and encourage recommendations to others.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Manage and develop existing community and corporate partnerships, while generating

new fundraising opportunities and securing renewals.

•  Lead the identification and submission of high-quality proposals and pitches for new

partnerships and community grants.

•  Oversee and plan regular communication to keep donors engaged and motivated

through the stewardship process.

•  Develop and deliver a fundraising plan to increase engagement across the South West

region and meet targets.

•  Research and secure new corporate partnerships, both regional and national, that align

with local community efforts.

•  Manage fundraising materials, collection tins, and coordinate events, focusing on

maximizing ROI and building long-term relationships.

•  Support the planning, marketing, and delivery of fundraising events, and assist in

securing auction prizes and raffle administration.

•  Manage database input and reporting, support event follow-up, volunteer coordination,

and drafting funding reports.

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Person Specification:

•  Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record of managing corporate and

community partnerships.

•  Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present effectively

both orally and in writing.

•  Proactive with excellent time management skills to prioritize multiple projects and

meet deadlines.

•  Experience identifying new business opportunities and delivering pitches.

•  Knowledge and enthusiasm for event delivery and income research.

•  Competency in using E-Tapestry (or similar fundraising databases) and MS Office

tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

•  Motivated, organized, with strong attention to detail and resilience in sensitive

situations.

•  Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team, with flexibility

for occasional travel and out-of-hours work.

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