Director of Development and Fundraising
Salary: up to £60,000 pa
Full-time
Permanent
Cowes, Isle of Wight

UKSA inspires and supports children and young people to broaden their horizons through our life enhancing water-based adventures, education, and training for careers at sea.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, and to the Board of Trustees on a quarterly basis on the fundraising strategy and targets, the Director of Fundraising and Development is a member of the senior executive team tasked with delivering the functions of Fundraising and Development.

Being accountable for the implementation and development of UKSA’s fundraising strategy, the Director of Fundraising and Development will be responsible for the organisational planning to delivering the strategy and funding revenues to support UKSA’s beneficiaries.  Whilst leading and developing the culture and performance of the fundraising department, the post holder will develop and grow our funding streams.

The post holder will actively promote the charity to funders and potential donors, acting as spokesperson and managing the relationships with our funders.  Ensuring that the reputation of the charity is actively enhanced and managed, and all fundraising opportunities are maximised.

With proven experience in a strategic leadership role with fundraising, the successful candidate will have experience of building high performing fundraising teams.  The post holder will have demonstrable experience of identifying new funding opportunities and of working with boards and senior figures to secure fundraising success.

Closing Date: 9:30 am on Sunday 28th February 2021

If you feel excited by the challenges posed by this role please press the 'Apply' button. You will be directed to our vacancies page where you can scroll down to the download the information pack and application form.

It would be preferable if the candidate could be based on the Isle of Wight as it is important they see first-hand the delivery and work UKSA undertakes and are part of the UKSA family. However, with the way in which virtual working from home has evolved during the COVID pandemic we would be prepared to consider some remote working options for the right candidate.

We are a Mindful Employer, a Disability Confident Employer and an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

No agencies please.