Fundraising Manager

Job DescriptionPercival are excited to be working exclusively with Vault Youth Zone who are recruiting a new Philanthropy Manager to join their new team!This is an incredibly exciting time to join Vault as they prepare to open their doors to young people in late 2025, offering Prestons youth the opportunities and support they truly deserve. The state-of-the-art Youth Zone will provide young people aged 8 to 19 with a wide range of activities: from football, boxing, and climbing, to creative arts, music, drama, and employability training.Vault Youth Zone is part of a growing network of Youth Zones across the UK, supported by the national charity OnSide. This is a pivotal role focused on securing and nurturing high-value philanthropic support to establish a strong financial foundation for the charity in its crucial early years.Job Title: Philanthropy ManagerLocation: Preston, Lancashire (onsite role, based in their temporary offices in the city centre until open)Salary: 35,000-43,000Contract: Permanent, full-timeReports to: Head of Fundraising and CommunicationsAbout the RoleThe new Philanthropy Manager will play a key role in kick starting the Founder Patron campaign: engaging local individuals and businesses to commit 25,000+ annually for a minimum of four years. This support will form the cornerstone of Vault Youth Zones financial foundation during its critical early phase. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising and Communications, you'll contribute to delivering a 1.4 million+ fundraising target, directly shaping the future of youth services in Preston. Through exceptional relationship management, youll ensure the continued engagement and retention of existing Patrons, while actively identifying and cultivating new high-value supporters.To succeed in this role, you will need to:Have a proven track record of securing five-figures in incomeBe a confident self-starter to pitch to supporters at a high level.Be an excellent communicator with the ability to inspire individuals, businesses, and the wider communityHave demonstrable experience of hitting and exceeding KPIs, either from within or outside the sector.Bring knowledge of stewardship and donor journeys, and apply best practices in relationship managementBe aligned with Vaults mission to transform young lives through opportunity, support, and aspirationClosing Date: Midday, Friday 3rd JulyStage 1 Interviews : Week commencing 14th JulyStage 2 Interviews: Thursday 24th JulyThe team at Percival are committed to your journey as a candidate and will provide any necessary support throughout the application process. If you require assistance in completing your application, or need the process to be adjusted, please dont hesitate to contact Madeleine at Percival on [email protected]. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.To apply, simply submit your CV. Should you meet the requirements, we will provide you with the full job description and arrange a call or meeting to provide further information about the next steps. Please note you may be required to complete a cover letter in order to submit a full application.We look forward to connecting with you soon.

Created: 2025-07-03