Fundraising Manager - Tenders Global

Fundraising Manager

Secret World Wildlife Rescue

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Secret World Wildlife Rescue (SWWR) exists to relieve the suffering of British wildlife, to
encourage respect and tolerance for wildlife and to further its conservation. SWWR strives to do this by:

  • providing a public rescue, rehabilitation, and release service for injured, sick and
    orphaned wildlife.
  • providing a learning and outreach programme, public education, and access to a unique wildlife experience.
  • disseminating information and data, delivering professional training, and helping conservation projects, to improve knowledge and raise standards of wildlife care across the UK.

Background to the Role

To maximise the potential funding available for Secret World Wildlife Rescue (SWWR), particularly through obtaining grants from trusts, foundations, local authorities and other sources.

This role will also be responsible for enhancing the reach and value of legacy fundraising at SWWR and building strong relationships with corporate supporters to help secure the financial sustainability of the charity.

Our Fundraising Manager is responsible for planning and preparing all fundraising and grants working alongside all departments to ensure projects are fulfilled from inception to fruition.
The post holder takes care of medium – to long-term activities – budgeting, planning, strategy – as well as being responsive to emerging opportunities and adapting to change. The Fundraising Manager is also the main point of contact for new and existing supporters, providing support and stewardship to the amazing individuals and organisations who want to help wildlife.

Alongside the above, the Fundraising Manager will also provide support to the current fundraising personnel and activities at SWWR, coordinating and supporting a range of tasks and functions to aid in the smooth running of the charity.

Fundraising is integrated into every part of SWWR’s operations. The Fundraising Manager works closely with colleagues in Education, Retail, Events, Finance, Volunteering, and Wildlife Care
to understand their needs and provide support to aid in the smooth running of the charity.

SWWR’s annual operational costs are approximately £900,000. The majority of funding is raised through supporter donations, fundraising events, trading activities and legacies.

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