Jobs in Buckingham

Our client, a leading charity, is seeking a Head of Development & Marketing to join their Senior Leadership Team. This key role will provide both strategic and operational oversight of the organisation’s Marketing and Development strategies, driving growth, sustainability, and impact for the charity. As the Head of Development & Marketing, you will be integral to fostering a strong supporter base, leading innovative campaigns, and cultivating partnerships aligned with the charity's mission and values. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO, COO, Finance Director, and Head of Children’s Services at an executive level. Key Responsibilities : Lead on Income Generation & Development : Develop and grow both existing and new income channels to raise the organisation’s profile and generate sustainable annual income. Set and plan to achieve annual fundraising targets, ensuring effective communication, donor retention, and stewardship. Identify and research new income streams, including corporate partners and sponsors, ensuring alignment with the charity’s mission. Collaborate with the CEO and Board of Trustees to set mutually agreed attainable fundraising targets with expected annual growth. Oversee funding applications, liaising with trust funders, and supporting larger development grant applications. Support digital fundraising campaigns such as eCommerce via e-newsletters and social media. Manage a team of ambassadors to implement community activities and fundraising events. Stakeholder Communication & Brand Awareness : Implement the charity's marketing strategy to build brand awareness and promote services to internal and external stakeholders. Create engaging content for the charity's communication channels, including the website, Parent's Portal, and social media. Generate impact data for reports, case studies, and to refine strategies. Analyse engagement metrics to improve communication strategies and reach. Essential Requirements : A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar fundraising or business development role within the charity sector. Proven track record in generating income and building relationships with donors, beneficiaries, and community partners. Strong understanding of trust fundraising principles and charity compliance (e.g., JG, Charity Comm, FR Regulator, Gift Aid). Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce compelling copy. Proficient in digital marketing, content creation, and social media management. Experience in using tools like Canva, WordPress, Google Analytics, and social media scheduling platforms. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. MS365 proficiency. Desirable Skills : Experience with Salesforce. Terms of Employment : Reporting to : CEO and Head of Income & Engagement. Salary : Up to £42,000. 25 days holiday entitlement, exclusive of bank holidays. 5% Employer Pension contribution. Hybrid working with a base location in Buckinghamshire