Contract Type: Permanent

Role Type: Employment

Hours: Full time

Application deadline: Monday, March 9, 2026 - 00:00

Based: Stockton

Salary: £34,000 to 38,000 Per Annum

Salary Type: Salary Scale

Location: Teesside

Role description: Manager

Corporate & Events Fundraising Manager

Daisy Chain Project Teesside

Reports to

Head of Development & Economic Generation

Responsible for

Fundraising Partnerships Coordinator (16.5 hours per week)

Salary

£34,000–£38,000 depending on experience

Hours

37.5 hours per week

Contract

Permanent

Location

Teesside (with some travel and occasional evening/weekend work)

Role Purpose

To lead and grow Daisy Chain’s corporate and events fundraising income through effective business development, relationship management and strong planning and systems.

The postholder will be responsible for securing sustainable corporate partnerships, maximising income across Daisy Chain’s events programme, and taking full ownership of the planning and delivery of the Annual Charity Ball.

The role is accountable for delivering agreed income targets and embedding professional fundraising processes, including effective CRM use and supporter stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

1. Corporate Partnerships & Income Growth

• Develop and deliver a corporate fundraising strategy and annual plan

• Identify, research and approach prospective corporate partners

• Secure new sponsorships, partnerships and donations

• Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate supporters

• Develop multi-year partnerships and repeat income streams

• Prepare proposals, pitches and funding applications

• Deliver agreed income targets and KPIs

2. Events Fundraising Income

• Maximise sponsorship, table sales and partnership income across Daisy Chain events

• Work collaboratively with the Fundraising Partnerships Coordinator, who leads operational delivery of challenge and sporting events

• Ensure events deliver strong financial returns and supporter engagement

• Convert event participants and supporters into longer-term donors and partners

3. Annual Charity Ball – Lead Responsibility

• Lead the end-to-end planning and delivery of Daisy Chain’s flagship Annual Charity Ball

• Develop the event concept, theme and supporter experience

• Manage event budgets, suppliers, contracts and timelines

• Secure sponsorship, auction, raffle and table income

• Coordinate internal staff, volunteers and external partners

• Ensure the event is delivered professionally, safely and within budget

4. CRM, Systems & Supporter Journeys

• Lead effective use and development of Daisy Chain’s CRM system

• Maintain accurate records of supporters, pipelines and income

• Track and forecast fundraising performance

• Develop and implement clear corporate and event supporter journeys

• Ensure timely stewardship, recognition and thank-you processes

• Use data and insight to improve retention and income growth

5. Planning & Performance Management

• Produce annual fundraising and events plans with clear timelines and milestones

• Monitor performance against targets and provide regular reports

• Identify risks and opportunities and take proactive action

• Ensure activity delivers strong return on investment

6. Leadership & Team Working

• Line manage and support the Fundraising Partnerships Coordinator

• Foster a proactive, organised and collaborative team culture

• Work closely with marketing, operations and service teams

• Represent Daisy Chain professionally with external stakeholders

• Contribute to the wider fundraising and organisational strategy

Future team capacity will be reviewed in line with income growth and organisational need.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience securing corporate partnerships, sponsorship or fundraising income

• Proven track record of achieving income or financial targets

• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills

• Excellent organisational and project management skills

• Experience using CRM or database systems

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and proactively

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Experience delivering large-scale events or gala dinners

• Line management experience

• Knowledge of autism or neurodiversity

• Experience working in the charity sector

Working Requirements

• Occasional evening and weekend work will be required to support events and networking opportunities

• Time off in lieu will be provided where appropriate

Safeguarding & Compliance

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Daisy Chain is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Equality & Inclusion

Daisy Chain is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We actively encourage inclusive and diverse recruitment.

General

This job description outlines the main duties of the post and is not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties reasonably consistent with the role.