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Senior Public Fundraising Manager

Salary: £45-48,000 per year

Location: Hybrid

Full time

Closing date: 25/06/2026

The Fundraising & Retail team is responsible for raising income to deliver the global charitable work of Mothers’ Union. We support Britain and Ireland diocese members in their fundraising efforts both in their local area and in support of our global work. We work collaboratively with the Membership and Communications departments to reach new audiences and potential supporters and members to help grow our movement as we enter a new strategic period.

It’s an exciting time to join the fundraising team as we celebrate our 150th year and embed new processes, supporter journeys and ways of working to support our longer-term growth.

Role Purpose 

The Senior Public Fundraising Manager will lead the planning and implementation of the public fundraising programme at Mothers’ Union. Together with the Associate Director of Fundraising you will set the strategic direction and budget needed to deliver sustainable growth. Public Fundraising currently includes a cash appeal, digital and community fundraising programme that largely serves our existing membership. With the support of the Fundraising Officer, this role will lead the introduction of a new test and learn supporter acquisition and development approach, optimise fundraising from our existing membership base and develop our legacy and in memory promotion and stewardship to help better realise potential in this area.

 
The Role 

As Senior Public Fundraising Manager you will:

• Lead the planning and implementation of a multichannel public fundraising programme

• Grow long term income from new supporter audiences using a mix of direct marketing channels

• Optimise in year fundraising contribution of our existing member and supporter base through individual giving, community fundraising, legacy and in memory.

• Create a programme of work that encourages innovation through a test and learn approach with the objective of future proofing income.

• Bring a supporter-led approach to using data and insight, enhancing customer experience and driving long-term supporter engagement focus on lifetime value

• Line manage the Individual Giving Officer (and potentially a new fixed term PT Fundraising and Supporter Care Officer from late 2026) providing a supportive work environment that fosters high performance and personal development.

• Lead responsibility for design and production of all fundraising appeals and campaigns, working with colleagues in communication team and external suppliers.

• Work with the Associate Director of Fundraising and Director of Membership to create and deliver an integrated regular giving supporter and membership programme including developing strategies for upgrade, conversion and retention

• Develop engaging supporter materials that demonstrate the impact of our support

• Lead on the development and growth of the existing legacy and in memory programme

• Ensure thorough application and understanding of Microsoft Dynamics database and use it as an informed reporting tool.

• Oversee efficient fulfilment of supporter care operations for all fundraising activity with support of Fundraising and Supporter Care Officer, helping to embed smooth inter team processes that optimise supporter experience,

• Ensure all work and communications are in line with GDPR requirements and Mothers’ Union policies.

• Stay up to date with changes in the regulatory environment and ensure the correct guidance is followed and implemented.

General Responsibilities  

• Support the mission, ethos and values of Mothers’ Union

• Support and promote diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.

• Work collaboratively with others in all aspects of our work

• Represent and be an ambassador for Mothers’ Union

• Carry out any other associated duties as may arise in line with the broad remit of the position as requested by the Director of Fundraising

Person Specification 

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in successful strategic planning, management and implementation of strategy as well as budget setting for multi-product programmes of activity

• Extensive expertise in all aspects of individual giving, including new supporter acquisition across a variety of channels

• Proven ability in growing multi-channel fundraising campaigns, with demonstrable experience of digital fundraising and developing multi-channel supporter journeys

• Experience of growing legacy and in memory strategies and programmes of activity

• Desirable experience of community fundraising and strong supporter stewardship to enhance fundraising and income generation

• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics or similar CRM database to deliver targeted fundraising activity as well as performance reporting and supporter segmentation and analysis

• Experience working in a global charity structure with local and national governance and/or membership organisation is desirable – or a demonstrative understanding of the considerations this has for fundraising

• Up to date knowledge of charity law and fundraising regulation and codes of practice, relevant to the role

• Line management experience with proven ability to oversee performance, set objectives and professional development of line reports.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at a senior level, and develop strong, successful, collaborative and influential working relationships at all levels of seniority within an organisation

• Proven ability to develop and pro-actively steward meaningful relationships with supporter and/or member stakeholders

• Proven ability to think analytically (using complex data sets) with a solution-focused mindset

• Proven ability as an exceptional, highly-organised project manager able to work across simultaneous complex projects and prioritise own workload effectively

• The ability to see opportunities and drive progress in order to shape a successful fundraising programme

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with good attention to detail

• Excellent research, writing, proof reading and copy-editing skills

• Substantial financial management skills with previous experience of managing budgets, developing multiyear budgets and plans

• The ability and willingness to work within and be empathic with the Christian values of the Mothers’ Union where prayer and faith are central to our mission.

Values and Behaviours Framework for Mothers’ Union Staff 

Respectful 

• Being a role model, treating people with respect, both in speech and action.

• Reacting to situations and requests in a professional, calm and timely manner.

• Being sincere in understanding another person’s perspective.

• Being considerate of others’ time and concerns.

Supportive 

• Working as a team to meet collective goals and embrace shared perspectives.

• Building effective working relationships across the whole organisation.

• Celebrating successes and create a positive team spirit.

• Sharing personal knowledge, skills and experience with others to help them develop.

Open 

• Being open to constructive feedback.

• Celebrating differences and recognising each individual’s contribution.

• Engaging with stakeholders and seeking their views and feedback to improve.

• Being self-aware, reflecting on the work we do, how we do it and how it affects others.

Adaptable 

• If within capabilities, adapting to changes even if outside usual duties.

• Treating every experience as an opportunity to learn and develop.

• If possible, being flexible and responsive to the changing priorities of the organisation.

• Agreeing appropriate deadlines for work and meet them.

Solutions Oriented 

• Employing creativity by thinking outside the box to overcome challenges.

• Sharing views and driving continuous improvement.

• Encouraging colleagues to share alternative perspectives and ideas.

• Seeking solutions to solve problems.

Working for Mothers’ Union

Detailed package, benefits and wellbeing package:

• 5 weeks holiday a year, with additional paid leave when the office closes over the Christmas Break (pro rata for part-time staff) given at the discretion of Mothers’ Union

• 2 days paid volunteering leave (pro rata for part-time staff)

• Employer pension scheme with 7% employer contribution

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave and pay

• Employee Assistance Programme including Virtual GP and Coaching

• Life Assurance

• Annual Season Ticket Loan

• Bike purchase salary sacrifice scheme (Cycle2Work)

• Eye care voucher and and allowance towards glasses

Work Location/Hybrid Working Pattern 

Standard working hours are 35 hours a week, 7 hours a day from 9am until 5pm, which includes an unpaid lunch break of an hour.

We have embraced the benefits of working from home and at the same time, we value the contribution of face-to-face contact in building teamwork, collaborating with your colleagues, exchanging ideas and know-how, and for work efficiency.

We therefore operate a hybrid working policy, where staff can work from home if they wish, however everyone is required to work in the office an aggregate minimum of 90 days per calendar year (roughly 2 days a week) with Tuesdays as the core day for regular whole team meetings. Thursday is also a core working day for part time workers.

Right to Work 

Employment right to work checks are mandatory and a legal requirement to work in the UK before you are employed. Mothers’ Union unfortunately, is not in a position to offer sponsorship for visas and all applicants will need to have, and be able to prove, the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis or for at least the duration of the fixed term of 12 months.

DBS Checks 

This vacancy is subject to a DBS check if you are successfully selected.

Equal Opportunity 

Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.

Diversity & Inclusion 

Mother’s Union is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work to achieve greater results for the community we support. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.

Safeguarding Policy 

Mother’s Union has its safeguarding principles embedded in all services we provide in Britain & Ireland. Mothers’ Union is committed to promoting a safer environment and culture for all involved in our projects, programmes, initiatives and activities. So that this can be achieved, it is essential to understand that this policy applies to everyone working on behalf of Mothers’ Union, namely senior managers, board of trustees, paid staff, volunteers, members, affiliates and contracted consultants.

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