Head of Fundraising and Income
Location: North Chailey, East Sussex (BN8 4EF)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, Hybrid - 37 hours per week
Lead income growth. Inspire people. Shape long-term sustainability.
We’re looking for an experienced and ambitious Head of Fundraising & Income to lead and grow our voluntary and earned income streams. This is a senior leadership role with real influence — ideal for a strategic fundraiser who enjoys building teams, developing opportunities, and working collaboratively to deliver sustainable growth.
About the role
As Head of Fundraising & Income, you will provide visible, values-led leadership to our fundraising team while setting the strategic direction for income generation across the organisation.
You will:
* Lead and inspire a high-performing fundraising team, creating a positive, professional and proactive culture
* Develop and deliver ambitious strategies across trusts, foundations, corporates, major donors, community fundraising and events
* Manage and grow existing earned income streams, while identifying and developing new income-generating opportunities
* Build strong, lasting relationships with supporters, partners, and stakeholders
* Work with senior leaders across the organisation, contributing to long-term plans and sustainability
* Ensure excellent stewardship, robust compliance, and high standards of fundraising practice
This role combines strategic thinking, commercial awareness and hands-on leadership, with opportunities to shape new ideas and approaches.
About you
As a proven fundraising leader with the confidence and credibility to operate at a senior level you will be motivated by opportunity, collaboration, growth; and enjoy working in a role where leadership really matters. You'll also bring:
* Significant experience across fundraising and/or income generation
* A strong track record of leading and developing teams
* Commercial awareness and a business development mindset
* Experience of building partnerships and managing high-value relationships
* Confidence working with senior stakeholders, committees and boards
* Strong organisational, communication and influencing skills
Why join us?
We offer more than a role, we offer the chance to be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation with ambitious plans for the future.
Alongside a competitive salary, we provide a comprehensive rewards and benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and career progression.
* Enhanced Annual Leave 25–30 days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
* Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support
* Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit
* Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, and Paternity leave
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Retail and Leisure discounts
* Free onsite Parking, Café, and Kitchen Facilities
* Fully Funded level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chailey Heritage Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application
