Head of Income Generation

The Shakespeare Hospice based in Stratford upon Avon opened in 1999 and serves the population of South Warwickshire, North Cotswolds, Kenilworth and Southam.

We deliver supportive and palliative care through our four core services – Day Hospice (five days per week), Hospice at Home (24/7), Family Support Services and Young People’s Services for patients and their families living with a life limiting illness.  In 2016, we were the recipients of a prestigious national award from Glaxo Smith Kline and the King’s Fund, which recognised our high quality, innovative services.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive as a member of the Senior Management team, the post holder will develop, implement and monitor an Income Generation Strategy to support the continued growth and development of the Hospice; optimising all aspects of income generation and support.   The role will also include management of the Fundraising team and the retail manager.

Ideally, you will be educated to degree level and have previous experience in a similar role, together with a proven track record of providing strategic leadership as well as achieving significant growth in sustainable income.     Excellent communication skills are essential, together with the ability to develop and inspire a cohesive team and to work collaboratively with all stakeholders.    Experience of direct marketing using data management systems and social media is essential.  

If you are excited by our vision and have the experience, drive and enthusiasm to ensure that our services continue to meet the needs of our community, we would like to hear from you.

The salary will be £45,000-£50,000 dependent upon experience.    37.5 full time hours per week to be worked flexibly as required.

A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for this post.

Closing date:  22 May 2017                                    Interview date: 30 May 2017

For further details and/or an application pack please contact: Alison Kane, PA to the Chief Executive, The Shakespeare Hospice, Church Lane, Shottery, Stratford upon Avon CV37 9UL.    Telephone: 01789 266852 or email : recruitment@theshakespearehospice.org.uk