Development Officer

Job Title: Development Officer Reports to: Senior Development Manager Location: Contracted to Breaking Barrier office in London, Birmingham or Manchester, with some expectation of travel Terms: 5 days per week (37.5 hours) but open to part-time (minimum 30 hours) and flexible working arrangements Contract: Permanent Salary: £28,000 - £33,500 (Depending on the location and experience) Purpose of the Role The fundraising team at Breaking Barriers generates income from a range of sources: trusts and foundations, statutory and lottery, corporate and major donors. We sit within the wider Income and Engagement Directorate, alongside communications and public fundraising, and work closely together to drive income and engagement from funders, partners and supporters who share our vision that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life. The Development Officer manages our portfolio of small trusts and foundations (grants up to £10,000), securing income and developing relationships from existing donors and new prospects. The role involves writing compelling funding proposals, delivering effective stewardship, and meeting all reporting requirements to a high standard. Alongside portfolio management, the post-holder co-ordinates our fundraising events programme, ensuring both online and in-person events deepen engagement with our cause. The role also provides active support across fundraising appeals and the statutory, lottery and major donor income streams, ..... full job details .....