Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement (9-Month Maternity Cover)

Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement (9-Month Maternity Cover) Location: Remote with some travelling needs to Leatherhead and Redhill, Surrey and other areas related to Fundraising Team activities Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term, 9 Month (Maternity Cover) SeeAbility is a specialist charity supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss to live ambitious, fulfilling lives. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Public Fundraising & Engagement to join us on a 9-month maternity cover contract . This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished fundraising leader to step into a well-established role, providing strategic leadership to our public fundraising and engagement programme during an important period for the organisation. Reporting to the Director of Development, you will lead our public fundraising and supporter engagement activity, driving income growth across individual giving, community fundraising, events, challenges and supporter stewardship. Leading the delivery of SeeAbility's public fundraising and engagement strategy. Driving income growth and supporter retention across multiple fundraising streams. Leading, coaching and developing a high-performing team. Monitoring performance, budgets and fundraising KPIs. Ensuring fundraising activities remain compliant and aligned with best practice. We are looking for a confident and inspiring fundraising professional who can quickly build relationships, provide strong leadership and maintain momentum across a busy fundraising portfolio. Significant experience in public fundraising, supporter engagement or individual giving. A proven track record of achieving income growth and fundraising targets. Strong strategic and operational planning skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role, contribute immediately and help shape the future of our fundraising and engagement activities. Flexible and hybrid working Competitive salary and benefits package If you are an experienced fundraising leader looking for an exciting interim opportunity where you can make an immediate difference, we'd love to hear from you. Join SeeAbility and help us create a world where people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss can achieve extraordinary things. SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (where appropriate) Employment references relating to work with children or vulnerable adults Diversity & Inclusion We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including those with disabilities or who are neurodivergent.