Memory and Legacy Fundraiser

The Kirkwood provide specialist adult care for anyone affected by a life limiting illness across Kirklees. Their care begins at diagnosis, within their In-Patient Unit and Support & Therapy Centre in Huddersfield, or in patients' own homes. Their amazing care is respectful, tailored to individuals needs and wishes until the end of life. This includes support for patients family members, friends, and carers during their illness and afterwards.

We are honoured to be working in partnership with them to recruit an In Memory and Legacy fundraiser. Would you love to join their fantastic fundraising team and enable The Kirkwood to reach more people, by growing sustainable income to continue their vital services? If you have experience in fundraising, and the compassion and ambition to part of their passionate team we would love to hear from you.

The Role This brand new role is vital in raising awareness of the profound impact legacy and in-memory donations have on people affected by life-limiting or terminal illness. Reporting directly to the Head of Fundraising and Development you will manage two key events, Light up a Life in December and Sunflower Memories in August. As a champion for in-memory giving and gifts in wills, key responsibilities will include:

• Raising awareness of in-memory giving opportunities and the impact they have.
• Developing and delivering strategies to grow income from gifts in wills and in-memory giving
• Focusing on acquisition of supporters and long-term supporter engagement
• Delivering exceptional stewardship, building meaningful, compassionate relationships.
• Securing vital income through sensitive communication and inspiring campaigns.

We are looking for someone with experience in fundraising, supporter engagement or a relationship focussed role. Ideally with knowledge of legacy and/or in-memory giving.

An understanding of the emotional nature of in-memory and legacy is essential. It would be beneficial to have experience working with a hospice, or healthcare environment within the charity sector.

• The ability to develop creative, engaging campaigns and supporter journeys
• A flair for handling sensitive conversations in an empathetic and professional manner.
• A collaborative approach - building strong internal and external relationships.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Knowledge of legal processes relating to wills, probate and legacy administration is also desirable.

The Kirkwood is not just a building, an In-Patient Unit, or a place of care. It is a movement of people united by the belief that everyone affected by a life-limiting illness deserves the very best care - care that improves quality of life, for however long that may be.

Together, they support those in their care to live well and make the most of every single day.

The Kirkwood Movement is united behind one common purpose: to Support Life.

The Kirkwood has around 250 dedicated employees in both full and part-time roles, and is fortunate to have the support of over 800 committed volunteers.

• Respectful and Inclusive
• Passionate and Determined
• Open and Honest
• Kind and Compassionate
• Forward-thinking
• Striving for Quality and Excellence

• Free on-site parking (where available)
• High-quality, low-cost meals
• Complementary therapies
• Stakeholder pension scheme (NHS pension transferable for current members)
• Hospice contributory scheme, including death in service benefits
• Access to occupational health services
  
  Employee Assistance Programme (for employees and immediate family)
• Discounted health cash plans