Director

Director

Empowering Local Communities through Philanthropy

An innovative, place-based giving charity is seeking a visionary Director to lead its mission of unlocking new funding and fostering local philanthropy across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. This is a rare opportunity to drive meaningful change in a community that values giving back while addressing pressing hidden needs.

About the charity:

With backing from City Bridge Fund and its parent charities, Richmond Foundation and Hampton Fund, the charity connects individuals, businesses, and community organisations to jointly address inequalities within one of London's most vibrant boroughs. We raise and channel funds to create lasting impact for underserved groups, with a current focus on supporting unpaid carers. Operating as part of the London's Giving network, there is a clear commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and local engagement. We are currently a small charity, but with big ambitions.

About the Role:

The Director will lead the strategic development, operations, and fundraising efforts of the charity. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will be the driving force behind establishing the charity as a cornerstone of local philanthropy, engaging a wide array of stakeholders to create transformative change. You will bring an entrepreneurial outlook, coupled with the ability to thrive in a startup environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fundraising: Develop and execute strategies to secure funding from corporates, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), trusts, and foundations.
2. Strategic Leadership: Shape and implement the charity's medium- and long-term vision, in collaboration with the Board.
3. Community Engagement: Build partnerships with residents, businesses, and local groups to embed the ethos of local giving.
4. Governance and Operations: Oversee financial management, compliance, and operational excellence to ensure sustainable growth.
5. External Relations: Represent the charity at public events, campaigns, and in partnerships to raise awareness of local issues and opportunities for giving.

Who We're Looking For:

We are seeking an inspirational and tenacious leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on implementation and can thrive in a start-up environment. An alignment of values and the motivation to make a meaningful difference for those living and working within the borough, and/or experience of place-based giving will enhance your application.

Skills and Experience:

1. Exceptional communicator with proven success in fundraising across diverse income streams.
2. Strong relationship-building skills with corporates, HNWIs, and local stakeholders.
3. Experience in leading teams and managing start-up operations.
4. Understanding of community engagement, grant-making, and charity governance.
5. Financial management, planning, and budgeting expertise.

Terms and Benefits:

• Full-time, flexible role based in Richmond with hybrid working options.
• Salary: £60,000-£65,000 (with higher compensation for the right candidate).
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• 28 days holiday.

Initial two-year contract, extendable based on funding and performance.

Timeline:

A Q&A webinar session will be hosted by the charity on Tuesday 4th February 6-7pm where they will share further insights and answer any additional questions you may have. Please register your interest in attending this webinar with your consultant to receive joining instructions.

Application deadline: Monday 17th February
Interview dates: TBC

How to Apply:

Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to the charity on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to seniorappointments@charitypeople.co.uk and request a candidate pack. If you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Fabrice Yala on 07563 030595 or fabrice@charitypeople.co.uk.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you.

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