Director of Fundraising and Communications

Director of Fundraising and Communications

The Director of Fundraising & Communications will lead a talented team, overseeing all income streams and the stewardship of key supporters.

Hybrid working from the Borough, London office.

More than 75,000 young people in the UK need a wheelchair to be mobile. Whizz Kidz provides wheelchairs, equipment, support, and confidence-building experiences, while also campaigning for a more inclusive society. Sadly, many young people don’t receive the wheelchair or support that fully meets their needs and without the right equipment are unable to socialise and participate in society. Whizz Kidz's mission is to empower young wheelchair users, helping them to become independent and able to engage with the world around them.

The Director of Fundraising & Communications will lead a talented team, overseeing all income streams and the stewardship of key supporters whilst developing and implementing a robust strategy. The post holder will identify new funding opportunities and collaborate with colleagues to secure multi-year funding and innovate the fundraising mix for sustainable income. The role will focus on marketing and communications strategies to boost awareness of the cause and subsequent engagement as well as provide excellent leadership to those teams.

Whizz Kidz is looking for an exceptional leader with a proven track record in driving sustainable income growth. You’ll excel at leading income-generating teams, securing major partnerships and donations, and driving impactful marketing campaigns. With strong expertise in communications, you’ll build brand awareness and deliver results. Ambitious, values-driven, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment, you’ll be focused on driving growth. Leadership is one of the most important components of this position and so examples of expertise in this area of fundraising and communications are essential.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll inquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

Annual leave: 25 days of annual leave per annum plus Bank Holiday (pro-rata for part-time colleagues).

Christmas closure: In addition to annual leave, employees get three days of paid Christmas leave.

Pension: Automatic enrolment for all colleagues with the option to opt out. Contributions of 5% gross salary made by both Whizz Kidz and employees. We will match higher contributions of up to 6% of gross basic salary.

Simply health: Automatic enrolment in a fully paid cash plan that assists you with everyday health costs. This scheme is also available to your families for an extra charge.

Season ticket loan: An interest-free loan of up to £5,000 following the successful completion of the Probationary Period.

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To apply please submit your CV in the first instance through our partner, Prospectus. Should your experience be suitable, they will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to hearing from you.