FUNDRAISING TRUSTEE
Kainé relies on strong, mission-aligned fundraising to continue delivering arts, education, and cultural awareness programmes that improve community cohesion in Leicester. We are looking for a Fundraising Trustee who can help us secure sustainable funding, strengthen funder relationships and keep our long-term ambitions financially grounded.
This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role for someone who understands the power of compelling storytelling, strong community evidence and meticulous grant planning.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
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Lead all major bid development and submissions to local and national funders.
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Maintain a comprehensive bid tracker reflecting the full pipeline and progress stages.
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Identify and cultivate relationships with major funders and grant-giving bodies.
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Liaise with the Programmes Trustee to ensure bids accurately reflect community need and programme design.
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Delegate smaller bids while retaining final oversight and editorial control.
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Ensure all deadlines are met, lessons are documented and funder feedback is actively sought.
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Attend Finance Committee and Board meetings, fulfilling Trustee responsibilities.
Person Specification
Essential
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Proven experience writing successful bids or managing fundraising initiatives.
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Ability to translate community needs and programme outcomes into powerful narratives.
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Strong organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple deadlines and opportunities.
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High-level written communication skills and attention to detail.
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Commitment to transparency and maintaining clear financial reporting links with the Finance Committee.
Desirable
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Knowledge of Leicester’s funding landscape.
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Experience within arts, education or community-based initiatives.
What’s in it for you
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The opportunity to shape the financial future of a charity serving thousands of Leicester residents.
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Hands-on experience influencing strategy, governance and organisational sustainability.
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A chance to grow your fundraising leadership profile with meaningful, community-centred work.
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A values-driven team that celebrates collaboration, empowerment and learning.
How to Apply
