Job opportunity: Part-time fundraiser – 2 days per week

 

Salary: £35,000 pro-rata

Hours: 2 days per week

Location: London or West Malling

Are you a passionate and experienced fundraiser?

St Augustine’s College of Theology is seeking an experienced Fundraiser to help sustain and grow our mission. This part-time role (2 days per week) is ideal for someone interested in theological education and keen to develop fundraising strategies that support our students, our educational programs, and the college’s contribution to the Church of England.

About the Role

You will take responsibility for developing and leading fundraising initiatives, including encouraging alumni giving, cultivating relationships with major donors, researching grant-making bodies, and managing funding applications. Working closely with our leadership team, you will play a key role in securing financial support for scholarships, faculty development, new program initiatives, and other college projects. 

Key Responsibilities

  1. Develop and implement a fundraising strategy to increase income from trusts, foundations, and individual donors.
  2. Research and write compelling grant applications.
  3. Oversee regular communication with current and potential donors, including our alumni society, the ‘Friends of St Augustine’s.’
  4. Organise fundraising events and campaigns.
  5. Work collaboratively with senior staff and trustees to achieve fundraising targets.

About You

  1. Proven experience in fundraising, grant writing, or donor engagement.
  2. Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
  3. An understanding of the Church of England and theological education is desirable.
  4. Ability to work independently and strategically.

What We Offer

  1. A supportive and mission-driven working environment.
  2. Flexible working arrangements.
  3. The opportunity to contribute to the future of theological education in the Church of England.

We shall work with our fundraiser to establish fundraising targets and a timeline for meeting them. Our hope is to arrive at annual giving of around £60,000. 

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to Rebecca Young at R.Young@staugustinescollege.ac.uk

For further information, please contact Rebecca to learn more about the role.

Application deadline: Friday 24th October 2025

Interview date: Wednesday 5th November, 1pm, at the West Malling campus in Kent.