Undertake prospect research into trusts and foundations, statutory opportunities (contracts or grants), and organisational funders in collaboration with Trusts and Foundations colleagues, and other senior staff and senior volunteers.
Submit compelling funding proposals and reports to mid-level trusts, foundations, statutory and organisational donors to secure income (predominately at the five-figure level) for the Trust.
Manage and grow a small portfolio of trusts, foundations, statutory supporters, and organisational donors, delivering impactful stewardship while meeting all donor reporting requirements to maximise financial income and partnership longevity.
Act as an ambassador for the Trust with external audiences, delivering presentations and providing expertise as required.
Work alongside other Development team and wider organisation members to ensure high-quality submissions.

Experience in successfully securing, managing, and developing Trust, Foundation, Statutory or organisational donor partnerships at four and five figure-level, from initial prospect research to securing income and ongoing grant management.
Experience building and managing relationships, particularly in the philanthropic sector with organisational donors.
Strong presentation skills and the ability to write compelling proposals and impact reports, or pitch to audiences with the intent of persuading them to your point of view or secure a specific outcome.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to summarise information from readily available sources clearly and concisely.
Experience managing multiple priorities and tasks to successfully achieve project or other goals.
Excellent prospect research skills and strong analytical skills.
First-class interpersonal skills
a natural ambassador able to represent the Sutton Trust with confidence in a range of settings.
Knowledge of fundraising in the education and/or not-for-profit sector.
Experience using CRM software (ideally Salesforce) to accurately record funding relationships (desirable).

Trusts & Foundations Manager – Maternity Cover

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