FUNDRAISING MANAGER, Exeter £35,000-£40,000
The Devon Cricket Foundation (DCF) is the governing body responsible for the recreational game in the county. DCF are seeking an ambitious, relationship-driven Fundraising Manager to lead their income generation work, with a focus on building strong corporate partnerships that will power their mission to make cricket accessible for all.
This is a new and pivotal role in the charity’s journey!
As Fundraising Manager, you will be the driving force behind securing sponsorships, partnerships, and donations from businesses who share DCF’s vision for community sport and opportunity.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has demonstrable fundraising experience (ideally within the charitable sector)
- Can build and nurture high-value partnerships with corporate supporters
- Is a confident networker, able to spot and seize opportunities
- Is creative in developing compelling proposals and sponsorship packages
You will develop and deliver DCF’s corporate fundraising strategy by researching, approaching and securing new partners and sponsors. You will steward existing supporters to grow their long-term impact, and lead on engaging fundraising events and business networking. You will also need to ensure income targets are met and impact is clearly demonstrated.
Why join us?
This is your chance to shape a fundraising function from the ground up, backed by a supportive board and CEO, in a role that will directly contribute to providing life-changing cricket opportunities across Devon.
You’ll have an operational budget to support your work, the freedom to be innovative, and the time to build the long-term relationships needed for sustainable success.
This is a new and pivotal role for the Foundation, requiring an ambitious, relationship-driven professional.
T&C and Application Details
This is a full-time 24-month Fixed Term Contract, with a view to extension. The role is hybrid with a minimum of three days per week in the office, plus attendance at events and external meetings. The salary is £35,000 – £40,000 per annum.
To apply, please send CV and covering letter to mel@shinecharityrecruitment.co.uk
Closing date: 5pm on 16th November 2025. Interviews will be held during w/c 24th November 2025 at the Devon Cricket Foundation Office at the University of Exeter, Stocker Road, EX4 4QN.
CHIEF OFFICER, Ottery St Mary
Full Time £35,000-£40,000 depending on experience
APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED
With ten staff and nearly a hundred volunteers, the Ottery Help Scheme is a small charity with a big heart delivering a range of much need support into the community of Ottery St Mary and beyond. Their Chief Officer has recently moved to Wales and the search is on to find a new person to lead the charity into the future.
The Chief Officer will be based at the charity’s hub in Ottery St Mary. You will be responsible to the Board of Trustees and will represent, promote and support the charity, whilst ensuring the smooth running of all aspects of operations and future growth. At a time of change and development you will need to work flexibly and strategically to assist the organisation to develop and grow.
We are looking for someone who is a confident and empathetic manager with previous experience gained within a charity setting. You will be a natural and inspiring communicator, equally confident in networking with our stakeholders, talking to the people we support and writing compelling content.
In addition, you will be computer literate and financially astute, able to work with a Board of Trustees, attend their meetings and provide them with timely and accurate information.
- Submission of CV and covering letter by 5pm 17th October 2025 to jackie@shinecharityrecruitment.co.uk
- First Interview with Jackie w/c 20th October 2025
- Interview with Ottery Help Scheme at our offices in Ottery St Mary (date tbc)
- Our successful candidate will need to provide two written references and complete a satisfactory DBS check (cost for this to be met by the charity)
The Charity is committed to achieving equality of opportunity in both services to the community and the employment of people and expects all employees to understand and promote its policies in its work. As with all positions, this role outline will be kept under review and may develop to meet the changing needs of the service.