Trust Fundraiser

Job Title:

Trust Fundraiser

Department:

Communications and Fundraising

Reports to (job title):

Senior Fundraiser

Key Relationships:

•  Communications and Fundraising Team, Property and Estates Team,

Finance and parish-based staff and volunteers.

Location:

•  Parish priests

Diocese of Salford
Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford
Street, Salford M3 6DP;
some flexibility and
remote working options
may be available.

Travel
Required:

Some  travel  around  the
diocese will be required to
visit parishes.

Level/Salary Range:

£  32,117  -  £  39,480  per
annum

Position
Type:

Full time, Permanent

Hours of Work:

35
hours
(Monday - Friday)

per  week

Holidays

Some reduced hours and
flexible contracts such as
term time working may be
considered.

25  days  per  annum  plus
Statutory  Bank  Holidays,
plus 5 Closure Days during
the  Christmas  &  New  Year
period
Maundy
and
Thursday

Overview & job purpose

In response to emerging fundraising needs and the implementation of our extensive and exciting
Property Strategy, we are seeking to appoint a skilled trusts and foundations fundraiser to join our
developing fundraising team.

This  pivotal  role  will  focus  on  a  small  number  of  high-profile,  6  figure  capital  appeals  while
supporting and enabling parishes to develop their own fundraising skills.

This  is  an  exciting  opportunity  to  be  part  of  a  new  team  of  three  fundraisers  to  develop  income
generation  from the ground-up.  You will be flexible and focused, a first-class communicator, you
will  produce  compelling  cases  for  support  and  create  a  pipeline  of  opportunities.  A  committed
team  player  you  will  work  collaboratively  as  we  develop  new  income  streams  and  embed  new
fundraising systems.

This  is  a  role  for  someone  who  values  a  supportive  working  culture.    You  will  be  expected  to
represent and work in accordance with the ethos of the Diocese of Salford and to ensure the highest
standards of financial management are maintained.

•

Job description:

Main responsibilities:

•  Work collaboratively with the  Senior  Fundraiser  to  secure  major  gifts  for  capital
and  revenue  projects,  (predominantly  trusts,  grants  and  foundations  but  this
could also include major donor and corporate gifts.)

•  Create a trust and foundation funding plan for each fundraising target.
•  Prepare and submit compelling and persuasive grant applications for each plan.
•  Manage and fulfill grant reports and feedback for each live grant.
•  Build a pipeline of potential funding opportunities from trusts and foundations.
•  Ensure a database of funders and grant applications is created and maintained.
•  Research and analysis to identify funding opportunities with trusts and foundation

to develop future plans.

•  Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser and the Individual Gifts Officer to
set up a new CMS and explore and develop other fundraising income streams.

•  Create support documents for parishes to enable them to proactively apply for small grants

including National Lottery’s ‘Awards for All’ scheme.
•  Research and keep abreast of industry activity and trends.
•  Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required.

The above description is not intended to be an exhaustive list but to indicate the main
responsibilities of the post.  It may be amended from time to time, after consultation with the post
holder.  Any changes will be agreed in conjunction with the line manager.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualificatio
and
ns
training:

Essential

Desirable

•  Educated  to  at  least  A  Level  Standard  or

•  A relevant fundraising

equivalent.

qualification

•  Degree or equivalent

qualification

•  Experience  of  National  Lottery
Heritage Fund applications

Experience:  •  At  least  two  years’*  experience in  an

•  Secured funds from Heritage

Lottery

•  Secured 6 figure gifts
•  Major Donor experience
•  Corporate fundraising

experience

•  Secured funding from
statutory bodies

•  Project management skills and

competencies

“income generation” environment.
(Proven skills and competencies are
essential; however, number of years’
experience is a guideline)

•  Proven record of successful applications
for funding from Trusts and/or other Grant
making bodies

•  Demonstrate ability to develop

relationships with partners, Trusts, and
other Grant-making bodies

•  Proven skills and competencies in

researching Trust and Grant funding
opportunities

•  A demonstrable ability to manage projects

or extended pieces of work.

Knowledge,
skills,  and
abilities:

•  Excellent written, and spoken

•  Proficient in  database/ CRM

communication  and presentation skills
required to build relationships with
potential funders

use.

•  Understanding
protection

of

data

•  Ability  to  understand  and

generate budgets

•  Ability  to design  and deliver

training programmes
•  Experience of working in a
values-based culture

•  Strategic thinker, able to build compelling

cases for support

•  Demonstrable ability to plan and prioritise
own workload within agreed timeframes
with minimum supervision

•  Proven skills and competencies in project
management and delivering campaigns
from end-to-end

•  Ability to demonstrate initiative and work

well under pressure

•  High level of accuracy and attention to

detail in all areas of work

•  Proficient in use of spreadsheets, collating

statistics and report writing

•  Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive

and confidential information

•  Proficient IT skills, specifically Microsoft

Office software

•  The ability to remain motivated and resilient
and inspire high levels of motivation in
others

•  Confident creative and strategic thinker
who enjoys opportunity to innovate

Personal
qualities:

Other
requiremen
ts:

•  This  post  is  subject  to  a  check  by  the

Disclosure and Barring Service

•  The postholder will be required to travel
independently across the diocese.

•  Knowledge of the institutions
and structures of the Catholic
church or other faith
organisations.

•  All employees of the Diocese are expected to
the  safeguarding  of

to  promote

work
vulnerable groups

•  Must be able to work within and promote the
ethos and values of the Diocese of Salford

Other Information:
It is expected that the post-holder will be sympathetic to the aims and ideals of the ethos of the
organisation however it is not a requirement for the post-holder to be a Catholic.

References and Reports
•  Two professional references will be required.
•  This post is subject To a check by the Disclosure and Barring Service and all employees of the

Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.

Health and Safety: All employees are required to take reasonable care of their own health and
safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Confidentiality:  During  their  employment,  the  post  holder  may  gain  knowledge  of  confidential
matters  which  may  include  personal  or  business-related  matters.  Such  information  must  be
considered  with  high  levels  of  confidentiality  and  must  not  be  discussed  or  disclosed.  Failure  to
observe confidentiality could lead to disciplinary action.

Data Protection: Where it is a requirement of the role, the post holder will have access to computers
and  other  information  technology.  He/she  will  be  required  to  ensure  that  appropriate  security
procedures  are  followed  and  that  confidential
information  such  as  passwords  are  not
communicated to unauthorised individuals.

Safeguarding:  The  Diocese  of  Salford  is  committed  to  safeguarding  all  children  and  vulnerable
groups at risk within its community. The Diocese aims to embed a culture of safeguarding to prevent
abuse  and  to  provide  support  to  individuals  who  have  been  hurt  by  abuse,  taking  the  necessary
actions to reduce the likelihood of further harm. All diocesan employees are expected to contribute
to the creation of a safe environment, challenge inappropriate behaviours and report concerns in line
with procedures.

In fulfilling the duties of this role, the post holder may come into contact with children or vulnerable
adults.  Therefore, they must adhere to diocesan safeguarding procedures.

Environment:  The  Diocese  of  Salford  is  committed  to  creating  an  environmentally  sustainable
diocese and encourages employees to grow their knowledge and understanding of what it means to
be responsible guardians and exercise good stewardship of resources.

Probationary  period:  This position is subject to completion of an initial probationary period of six
months.

Driving: A driving licence and access to a vehicle will be an advantage however the postholder will
be  required to travel independently  to various parts of the Diocese.

All  Diocesan  employees  are  always  expected  to  work  with  the  highest  standards  of  conduct.
Maintaining respect and dignity for colleagues, clergy and visitors is essential. Employees are also
expected to support the creation of a warm, pleasant, and hospitable working environment.

Compiled By:

Reviewed By:

Head of Communication and
Fundraising
Human Resources

Date:

Date:

December 2025

January 2026

I accept and agree with the details contained in this job description:

Signed by Employee:

Signed by Employer:

Date:

Date:

I  hereby  declare  that  I  have  received  and  understood  the  procedures  on  how  to  deal  with
allegations or concerns of abuse and will comply with the Church’s Safeguarding Policies and
Procedures:http://www.catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/national-safeguarding-standards/national-
safeguarding-policy

I commit to completing the mandatory e-Learning modules in relation to safeguarding within my
first month of employment.

Print Name:

Signature:

Date:

Parish:

Salford Roman Catholic Diocesan Trustees Registered Charity
Registered Charity No. 250037