Sponsorship and Fundraising Executive

Grae Matta Foundation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a skilled fundraiser to drive sustainable fundraising initiatives aimed at improving mental health support. The ideal candidate will develop and implement diverse funding strategies, manage relationships with stakeholders, and lead innovative campaigns. Candidates should have experience in securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and grants, along with strong communication and strategic thinking skills. This role is essential to ensuring financial growth and achieving the organization's impactful goals.

Qualifications

• Exposure to fundraising, sponsorship, relationship management and/or business development in nonprofit sectors.
• Track record of securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and grants.
• Experience managing fundraising budgets and forecasting revenue.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure diverse funding sources.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders including donors and partners.
• Create and lead fundraising campaigns through various initiatives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Creativity

Excellent communication

Results-driven mindset

Networking skills

Data-driven approach

Tools

Digital fundraising tools

Donor management systems

Job description

Overview

Secure sustainable fundraising to improve mental health support access and awareness.

What difference will you make?

By driving innovative fundraising campaigns and cultivating relationships with donors, partners, and grantmakers, you will ensure financial growth to expand our impact.

Grae Matta Foundation is creating "Real Change" by creating Mental Health Standards & Policy. The task ahead is immense and has never been done before. But with the right team, anything is possible!

What are we looking for?

Qualifications & Experience (desired)

• Exposure to fundraising, sponsorship, relationship management and/or business development, ideally within the nonprofit or social impact sector.
• A strong track record of securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and grants from trusts, foundations, and government bodies.
• Experience developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies to meet and exceed financial targets.
• Strong background in corporate partnerships, donor stewardship, and relationship management.
• Knowledge of fundraising compliance and ethical standards, including GDPR and relevant UK regulations - or willingness to learn
• Experience managing fundraising budgets, forecasting revenue, and reporting to leadership teams
• Familiarity with digital fundraising tools, crowdfunding, and donor management systems.

Key Skills

• Strategic thinking: Ability to develop innovative, long-term fundraising strategies.
• Creativity: Ability to think "outside the box" to achieve results.
• Excellent communication: Strong presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for engaging donors and stakeholders.
• Results-driven mindset: Proven ability to meet ambitious fundraising targets and adapt strategies as needed.
• Networking skills: Ability to build and maintain high-value relationships with corporate sponsors, philanthropists, and institutional donors.
• Data-driven approach: Ability to analyse fundraising performance and make data-backed decisions for improvement.

What will you be doing?

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure diverse funding sources, including grants, corporate sponsorships, major donors, and public fundraising.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, and funding organisations.
• Research and apply for grants from trusts, foundations, and government bodies to secure long-term funding.
• Create and lead fundraising campaigns, including digital, events-based, and community-driven initiatives.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to enhance donor engagement and brand visibility.
• Manage fundraising targets and budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and transparency.
• Monitor and report on fundraising performance, providing insights to leadership for strategy refinement.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
• Explore innovative funding opportunities, including corporate partnerships, crowdfunding, and impact investment.