Trust and Grants Officer

Job Description

Peterborough Cathedral is one of the finest Norman cathedrals in England. Founded as a monastic community in 654 AD, it became one of the most significant medieval abbeys in the country, the burial place of two queens and the scene of Civil War upheavals.Today the Cathedral is the most significant building in a diverse and growing city, a tourist destination and a venue for exhibitions, cultural events, meetings and receptions. At its heart it remains, what it has always been, a place of Christian prayerand worship, of ministry and mission; the Mother Church of the Diocese of Peterborough and the seat of the Bishop of Peterborough and all its other activities contribute to or are part of that wider purpose that is spelt out most fully in the Cathedralsvision and values document published in 2019 and found on our website.Raising capital and operational funds from Trusts and grant giving bodies is key to the on-going survival of the Cathedral and its mission, which includes the upkeep and maintenance of the Cathedral building, (Grade 1 Listed) and its estate. To enable thewidest opportunity for grant and trust applications, funds are directed through Peterborough Cathedral Developm ent and Preservation Trust CIO, while strategy and employee management is driven by the Cathedrals governing body, Chapter.Chapter is seeking to appoint a part-time (0.6FTE) fundraiser who will have specific responsibility for identifying opportunities and raising capital and operational funds from trusts and grant giving bodies.The creation of this new role gives an exciting opportunity for a professional, motivated and energetic self-starter to identify and successfully bid for grants that will enable to completion of capital projects or underpin the operational costs of the Cathedral.The successful candidate will play a significant part in the Cathedrals sustainability moving forwards, working alongside the Fundraising Development Manager and in collaboration with relevant colleagues and the Executive Team, as required. Previous experiencein a similar not for profit environment is desirable. Fundraising experience in a faith setting is not a pre-requisite, but an appreciation of the Christian vision and values that we embrace is important.Should you choose apply we look forward to meeting you, showing you what we do and hearing what you can offer.Trust and Grants OfficerKey Areas

• Research donor prospects, including individuals, Trusts and Foundations and Corporations
• Bid writing for capital projects and/or operational costs as identified through the Cathedrals fundraising strategy
• Support for major donor activity where required
• Regular contact with potential grant making bodies
• Donor stewardship at all levels

Person specificationSkills and Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills appropriate to this outward-facing role and its need to communicate effectively with colleagues and potential trusts and grant making bodies
• Previous successful bid writing experience is essential
• Proficiency in using a fundraising database
• Educate to Degree level or equivalent (highly desirable)
• Have a broad education that includes GCSE Maths and EnglishLanguage (or equivalent)
• Excellent proficiency in general office computer software, including word-processing, spreadsheets, and internet systems
• Confidence in presenting to individual and group audiences

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience in not-for-profit or other fundraising environment (minimum three years)
• A good grasp of the broader fundraising environment and best practice

Abilities, Skills and Attributes

• Ability to build working relationships with individual and corporate donors and colleagues, to work across operational boundaries and to work as a memberof a team
• Demonstrate attributes of discretion, tact and diplomacy
• Be completely loyal and trustworthy
• Show initiative, drive and commitment to ongoing improvement
• Be articulate and presentable
• Acreative problem-solver with the ability to think ahead
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills; with good attention to detail and theability to use initiative and prioritise workload without constant supervision
• Be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst producing work that is accurate and high quality

Terms & ConditionsEmployment: PermanentSalary: £16,200 pa (£27,000 FTE)Hours: This is a 0.6FTE role working 22.5 hours per week. Given the nature of the post there is also the requirement of evening and weekend work attending organised functions andevents as directed, for which time off in lieu is applicable.Further information and how to apply:Please apply using the application form. You will find this on the Cathedral Website. We would also like to receive an accompanying letter that makes clear why you believe you can make a difference in the role and what specifically about the challenge excitesyou.Applications directly via the Reed portal will also be acceptable but the aforementioned accompanying letter is also required.Applications to be received no later than 5pm. Friday February 10th 2023. Interviews will be in person in Peterborough W/C 20 February 2023.

• All employees are required to abide by the Safeguarding policy, Health & Safety policies, GDPR and other general Cathedral Policies.
• All Cathedral employees are required to undertake all appropriate training as and when it becomes available.
• You may be required to undertake other tasks as necessary for the smooth running of the Cathedral, as directed by the Chapter through the Dean.
• Peterborough Cathedral is an equal opportunities employer

What we can offer:As well as a beautiful working environment and the opportunity to work with a great team of people, we can offer:

• A competitive salary
• Flexible working hours between 08.00 and 18.30
• Hybrid working from home or office as duties require
• Membership of the Cathedrals pension scheme
• 25 days holiday per annum plus public holidays (pro-rata)

Keyskills :
Bid WritingCreativityFundraisingPresentation SkillsGrant Writing