Director of Income Generation - Richard House Children's Hospice

We are working in partnership with Richard House Children's Hospice to secure their new Director of Income Generation.

An exciting opportunity has risen for a driven and experienced fundraiser. The postholder will be responsible for the leadership and development of the fundraising team, fostering a high-performing and motivated environment. Evaluating current fundraising initiatives to ensure an effective balance between long term activities and driving immediate income, analysing income streams to manage performance, growth and ROI, and scoping opportunities to capitalise on existing income streams and develop actionable plans to diversify and grow fundraised income will be a strong focus of this role. The Director will also take personal responsibility for major donors and cultivating and negotiating high value and/or high-profile fundraising partnerships.

This role is offered on an interim basis due to a desired quick start date, but with the option to become permanent.

Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate:

1. Proven fundraising experience and a sound working knowledge of all main fundraising methods and streams.
2. Track record of delivery at strategic and operational business level, and able to translate strategic vision into clear direction for the organisation and line reports.
3. A track record of managing teams, both salaried and volunteers, to deliver fundraising targets, and with a proven ability to recruit, train and monitor performance.
4. Experience of budget creation and management.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and persuade; an innovative, ambitious and proactive leadership style, with the ability to inspire others to maximise their potential, will be essential.

Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Contract: Interim (10-month contract), with the option to go permanent

Location: Hybrid / East London, 1-2 days a week in the office preferred with additional travel to meet with donors, funders and partners.

Closing date: 25th April 2025

Due to the nature of the role, Charisma will be reviewing applications and actioning on a rolling basis. Candidates with availability and/or notice periods of a month or less are actively encouraged to apply.