Philanthropy Fundraiser

St. Rocco's Hospice; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused hospice in Warrington seeks a Philanthropy Fundraiser to shape fundraising strategy and build relationships with major donors. This role involves developing compelling funding applications and collaborating with senior management. The ideal candidate has a passion for fundraising and excellent communication skills. Join us to make a lasting impact in our community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising or grants management.
• Ability to develop compelling funding applications.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of high-quality funding applications.
• Build relationships with donors and grant-makers.
• Collaborate with management to enhance donor experiences.
• Promote mission and values to inspire support.

Skills

Experience in securing major gifts

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Proactive approach

Job description

Location:St. Rocco’s Hospice, Warrington
Salary:£18,000 pro rata, based on £30k FTE
Contract Type:Permanent
Hours:22.5 hours a week – 3 days over 7

We are delighted to introduce an exciting new role at our hospice —Philanthropy Fundraiser— a pivotal position designed to help shape the future of our fundraising strategy and deepen our impact in the community.

As our Philanthropy Fundraiser, you will play a key role in cultivating and stewarding relationships withMajor Donors, Trusts, and Grant‑making bodies. Your work will directly contribute to securing high‑value gifts and long‑term partnerships that enable us to continue deliveringexceptional care and supportto those who need us most in our Warrington community.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading on the development of compelling, high‑quality funding applications for services, income generation, and capital appeals.
• Building and nurturing meaningful relationships with donors, trusts, and grant‑makers.
• Collaborating closely with the Senior Management Team and department leads to gain deep insight into our services and ensure donors receive an outstanding experience.
• Championing our mission and values to inspire philanthropic support and long‑term engagement.

What We’re Looking For:

• A passionate and strategic fundraiser with experience in securing major gifts or trust and grant funding.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to making a difference.

This is a unique opportunity toshape a new roleand make a lasting impact. If you’re ready to bring your expertise and energy to a cause that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary.