LOROS

The purpose of the role is to deliver significant, sustainable income growth from major donors and Trusts & Grants by building a robust high-value pipelines, embedding structured moves management and securing transformational philanthropic support aligned to organisation strategic priorities. The Philanthropy Lead will build and deliver a high-performing high-value fundraising programme, focused on pipeline development, strategic relationship progression and long-term supporter value. This is a strategic and hands-on role, requiring a confident fundraiser who can identify, qualify, cultivate and close gifts and funding propositions. Working closely with senior leaders, prospect research, trustees and a dedicated philanthropy subgroup, the role will unlock networks, develop compelling propositions and create meaningful engagement opportunities that inspire transformational support for hospice care. This post plays a critical role in strengthening the hospice s financial sustainability and enabling outstanding care for patients and families across the local community. When applying please ensure the criteria questions below to be covered on a cover note with applications. Please briefly describe your direct experience of securing five-six figure philanthropic gifts from major donors, trusts, or high net worth individuals? This role requires someone who can independently manage a live pipeline, build senior stakeholder relationships, and confidently make funding asks within the first few months please explain why you feel ready to do this?

The Trusts and Grants Officer is responsible for securing and growing income from charitable trusts, foundations and other agreed grant-making bodies to support LOROS core services and strategic priorities. The post holder will develop and manage a high-quality pipeline of trust and foundation prospects, produce compelling and evidence-led funding applications, steward funders through excellent reporting and relationship management, and contribute to the wider philanthropy and major giving programme. The role plays a key part in maximising voluntary income, strengthening long-term funding relationships, and ensuring LOROS work is clearly communicated through impact, outcomes and insight. The ideal candidate will be passionate, committed, organised and have excellent written skills, the ability to build a rapport quickly and be self-motivated and able to prioritise their own workload to meet deadlines.