Fundraising Manager - Military Ministries International

Fundraising Manager - Military Ministries International

 

Salary: £40,000-£50,000 (pro rata) dependant on experience.

Location: Hybrid/Negotiable – ideally central/south based with access to office (currently in Aldershot).

Hours: 16 hours (2 days or 4 x ½ days). Preferably Wednesday + flexible. Potential moving forward to increase to 24 hours (3 days).

Reports to: Chief Executive – Team Leader

Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata)

 

Job Summary

 

This is an exciting opportunity to join MMI as our first dedicated fundraising professional. You will have the freedom to design and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy from the ground up, supported by a passionate and collaborative team. Your creativity and expertise will help us unlock new revenue streams while strengthening relationships with our existing donors. If you are a strategic thinker with a flair for innovation and a heart for mission, we would love to hear from you.

 

Military Ministries International (MMI)

 

MMI is a vibrant Christian ministry with a global heartbeat inspiring and equipping Christians in the military to live out their faith with courage and grace. Today’s world faces rising conflicts and that means a greater need than ever to stand alongside Christians in uniform. We want to help them be a force for good, building Military Christian Fellowships and equipping believers with tools for evangelism and discipleship.

 

To meet these challenges, we’ve completed a strategic review and launched an exciting growth plan! This includes refreshing our brand, upgrading communication channels, and introducing a dynamic fundraising strategy. At the same time, we’re strengthening global partnerships to make an even bigger impact together.

 

Key duties and responsibilities

 

• Develop and deliver a fundraising strategy that drives sustainable growth across multiple income streams, including individual donors, trusts, legacies, appeals.
• Identify and implement innovative approaches, such as digital campaigns and social media outreach, to broaden and diversify our donor base.
• Strengthen donor relationships, deepening engagement and commitment through tailored, culturally sensitive approaches.
• Create compelling briefing materials for communications and field teams, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging.
• Collaborate with a small, experienced team to maximise impact and share best practices.
• Champion MMI’s global story, inspiring and mobilizing a wider, more diverse donor community.

 

What We’re Looking For

 

• A proven track record of success in fundraising or sales, with the ability to bring best practice and strategic clarity to our efforts.
• A creative, innovative mindset that can think beyond traditional models to unlock new opportunities.
• Strong communication skills, capable of crafting and delivering compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.
• A focused, goal-oriented approach, balancing ambition with realism.
• A collaborative spirit, committed to team harmony and shared success.

 

Personal Attributes

 

• A committed Christian, able to represent MMI authentically and engage pastorally with donors.
• Spiritually mature, respectful of others’ contributions, and aligned with our core values.
• Enthusiastic about growth and impact, without compromising integrity.

 

The person appointed will have permission to work in the UK by the start of their employment. An occupational requirement exists for the post-holder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

 

Recruitment Process

 

Closing date: 1200 Thursday 5 March 2026

First stage interview will be online Thursday 12 / Friday 13 March 2026.

Second stage interview in person at the MMI offices on Friday 20 March 2026

 

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