Job Description

Could you be our new Fundraising Manager and take the lead on developing and implementing our fundraising strategy?

If you are interested in joining our dedicated team please send your CV and detailed covering letter to

. Closing date: Sunday 8th February 23:59

To be considered for this role you must have:

A proven track record developing and delivering a fundraising strategy

A strategic and results driven mindset

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience of identifying and engaging with potential donors, funders and local businesses

Experience using CRM software to progress purposeful relationships

A keen interest in the welfare of cats and kittens

We'd particularly love to hear from you if you have:

Experience of implementing CRM software

Experience of managing staff or volunteers to achieve fundraising targets

Strong links with and a good understanding of fundraising in the Sheffield area

If you are interested in joining our dedicated team please send your CV and detailed covering letter to . Closing date: Sunday 8th February 23:59

Fundraising Manager - - What you'll be doing

Create, own and lead a fundraising strategy to sustainably increase income to the Sheffield Cats Shelter. Manage the Corporate fundraiser (1 day pw post), and maintain and grow relationships with individual donors, trusts, corporate donors, community groups and other funders. Identify fundable opportunities within the Shelter's strategy, develop cases for support and oversee grant applications to charitable trusts and other funders. Manage and mentor the Fundraising and Communications Coordinator, including planning and delivering appeals and events, managing the website and social media calendar, and growing the number of people supporting the Shelter through community fundraising. Build sustainable income through regular giving income streams, and ensure plans are in place to retain and develop donors giving in this way Support the Legacy Trustee with marketing of legacy and launch "in memory" giving programmes. Work closely with the Retail Manager and Shelter Manager to integrate fundraising into business as usual - at the Shelter and our charity shops. Identify opportunities to generate support for The Sheffield Cats Shelter across Sheffield including, attending local events, conferences and networking events, working proactively with the media and acting as an ambassador for the charity. Assist with the implementation of, and then manage, a new CRM database to record the fundraising activity of donors and potential donors. Prioritise the donor experience, ensuring that gifts are acknowledged and developing 'donor journeys' for supporters at all levels. Develop and maintain an efficient working team of staff and volunteers, setting clear goals and monitoring and managing performance as needed. Develop and lead a fundraising volunteer strategy including development of a community volunteer team. Ensure that all public-facing communications and materials are in line with the Shelter's brand and tone of voice guidelines Actively manage the fundraising budgets, monitoring cost efficiencies and ROI. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures in line with The Sheffield Cats Shelter and statutory standards and rules. Submit regular reports and attend Management Team meetings with appropriate commentary, information and recommendations.

If you are interested in joining our dedicated team please send your CV and detailed covering letter to

. Closing date: Sunday 8th February 2026 23:59

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,400.00-29,600.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sheffield S10 2DB