Join Our Team as a Parish and Appeals Fundraiser Join a small, friendly team. Shape something new. Make a real impact. We re looking for a Parish and Appeals Fundraiser to join our growing and supportive fundraising team at an exciting time of development. This is a brand-new role where you ll help shape our approach to fundraising from the ground up growing and supporting individual giving in our parishes, helping to build a new CMS, developing diocesan-wide appeals, and co-creating a simple and effective legacy campaign. You ll be working in a collaborative, welcoming environment with people who are passionate about making a difference and open to new ideas. We re looking for someone who enjoys working with people, is organised and detail-focused, and is comfortable working across different platforms. About the Role Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, though reduced hours and flexi-time will be considered. Location: Diocese of Salford Cathedral Centre - 3 Ford Street, Salford M3 6DP We re happy to discuss flexible and hybrid working arrangements and are keen to support a healthy work life balance. Salary & Benefits: £ 30,131 - £33,406 per annum, 25 holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days. Main Responsibilities Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser to refine and roll-out the parish fundraising programme. Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser and Deputy Chief Operating Officer to devise and deliver a programme of annual diocesan appeals. Develop and deliver clear and engaging content for print, digital, website and social media elements of the appeal. Ensure donors and users have an accessible and seamless experience across all channels. Ensure projects are delivered within budget, checking and seeking advice where necessary. Implement and maintain a diocesan Customer Management System Prepare and share donation reports and feedback for each parish programme and diocesan appeal. Review and analyse reports to gain insights into donor behaviour and improve future fundraising activity. Develop and implement a simple legacy strategy Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser and Trust Fundraiser to explore and develop other fundraising income streams. Research and keep abreast of industry activity and trends. Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required by the department/ diocese. Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups. They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at our Diocesan website.
Jan 28, 2026
Full time
Join Our Team as a Parish and Appeals Fundraiser Join a small, friendly team. Shape something new. Make a real impact. We re looking for a Parish and Appeals Fundraiser to join our growing and supportive fundraising team at an exciting time of development. This is a brand-new role where you ll help shape our approach to fundraising from the ground up growing and supporting individual giving in our parishes, helping to build a new CMS, developing diocesan-wide appeals, and co-creating a simple and effective legacy campaign. You ll be working in a collaborative, welcoming environment with people who are passionate about making a difference and open to new ideas. We re looking for someone who enjoys working with people, is organised and detail-focused, and is comfortable working across different platforms. About the Role Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, though reduced hours and flexi-time will be considered. Location: Diocese of Salford Cathedral Centre - 3 Ford Street, Salford M3 6DP We re happy to discuss flexible and hybrid working arrangements and are keen to support a healthy work life balance. Salary & Benefits: £ 30,131 - £33,406 per annum, 25 holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days. Main Responsibilities Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser to refine and roll-out the parish fundraising programme. Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser and Deputy Chief Operating Officer to devise and deliver a programme of annual diocesan appeals. Develop and deliver clear and engaging content for print, digital, website and social media elements of the appeal. Ensure donors and users have an accessible and seamless experience across all channels. Ensure projects are delivered within budget, checking and seeking advice where necessary. Implement and maintain a diocesan Customer Management System Prepare and share donation reports and feedback for each parish programme and diocesan appeal. Review and analyse reports to gain insights into donor behaviour and improve future fundraising activity. Develop and implement a simple legacy strategy Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser and Trust Fundraiser to explore and develop other fundraising income streams. Research and keep abreast of industry activity and trends. Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required by the department/ diocese. Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups. They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at our Diocesan website.
Do you love telling compelling stories? Interested in a role supporting a diverse & interesting organisation? We want to hear from you! We are looking for a skilled and motivated Trust Fundraiser to join our Communication and Fundraising Team. In this new role, you ll help secure funding that enables us to support our Diocesan Fundraising Operations for current and future endeavours! You ll be responsible for researching, writing and submitting high-quality grant applications, as well as nurturing relationships with existing and new grant funders. Your work will directly support the sustainability and growth of our diocese for the next generation. From creating persuasive funding proposals to managing reporting and impact updates, you ll play a key role in ensuring our funders see the difference their support makes across the Diocese of Salford. Working closely with colleagues within the team and across the diocese, you ll coordinate information, track deadlines, and ensure funding is managed in line with funder requirements and best practice. With your attention to detail and strong organisational skills, you ll help us grow income and strengthen partnerships. About the Role Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, though some flexibility may be required for work on evenings as needed. Location: Diocese of Salford Cathedral Centre - 3 Ford Street, Salford M3 6DP We re happy to discuss flexible and hybrid working arrangements and are keen to support a healthy work life balance. Salary & Benefits: £ 32,117 - £39,480, 25 holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days. Main Responsibilities Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser to secure major gifts for capital and revenue projects, (predominantly trusts, grants and foundations but this could also include major donor and corporate gifts.) Create a trust and foundation funding plan for each fundraising target. Prepare and submit compelling and persuasive grant applications for each plan. Manage and fulfil grant reports and feedback for each live grant. Build a pipeline of potential funding opportunities from trusts and foundations. Ensure a database of funders and grant applications is created and maintained. Research and analysis to identify funding opportunities with trusts and foundation to develop future plans. Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser and the Individual Gifts Officer to set up a new CMS and explore and develop other fundraising income streams. Create support documents for parishes to enable them to proactively apply for small grants including National Lottery s Awards for All scheme. Research and keep abreast of industry activity and trends. Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required. Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups. They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at our Diocesan website for future details. Salford Roman Catholic Diocesan Trustees Registered Charity - Registered Charity No. 250037 Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday the 16th February 2026
Jan 26, 2026
Full time
Do you love telling compelling stories? Interested in a role supporting a diverse & interesting organisation? We want to hear from you! We are looking for a skilled and motivated Trust Fundraiser to join our Communication and Fundraising Team. In this new role, you ll help secure funding that enables us to support our Diocesan Fundraising Operations for current and future endeavours! You ll be responsible for researching, writing and submitting high-quality grant applications, as well as nurturing relationships with existing and new grant funders. Your work will directly support the sustainability and growth of our diocese for the next generation. From creating persuasive funding proposals to managing reporting and impact updates, you ll play a key role in ensuring our funders see the difference their support makes across the Diocese of Salford. Working closely with colleagues within the team and across the diocese, you ll coordinate information, track deadlines, and ensure funding is managed in line with funder requirements and best practice. With your attention to detail and strong organisational skills, you ll help us grow income and strengthen partnerships. About the Role Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, though some flexibility may be required for work on evenings as needed. Location: Diocese of Salford Cathedral Centre - 3 Ford Street, Salford M3 6DP We re happy to discuss flexible and hybrid working arrangements and are keen to support a healthy work life balance. Salary & Benefits: £ 32,117 - £39,480, 25 holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days. Main Responsibilities Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser to secure major gifts for capital and revenue projects, (predominantly trusts, grants and foundations but this could also include major donor and corporate gifts.) Create a trust and foundation funding plan for each fundraising target. Prepare and submit compelling and persuasive grant applications for each plan. Manage and fulfil grant reports and feedback for each live grant. Build a pipeline of potential funding opportunities from trusts and foundations. Ensure a database of funders and grant applications is created and maintained. Research and analysis to identify funding opportunities with trusts and foundation to develop future plans. Work collaboratively with the Senior Fundraiser and the Individual Gifts Officer to set up a new CMS and explore and develop other fundraising income streams. Create support documents for parishes to enable them to proactively apply for small grants including National Lottery s Awards for All scheme. Research and keep abreast of industry activity and trends. Undertake any other reasonable tasks as required. Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups. They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at our Diocesan website for future details. Salford Roman Catholic Diocesan Trustees Registered Charity - Registered Charity No. 250037 Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday the 16th February 2026
