Senior Project Development Officer
Employer: Bumblebee Conservation Trust
Location: Permanent contract, based at home.
Working hours: Part-time (28hrs/week)
Salary: £29,274 (£23,420 pro-rata)
Closing date: 5pm on Tuesday 30th June 2026
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Key responsibilities:
Part of the fundraising team, this role will act as an important link between the various internal departments and funders. The post will co-ordinate multiple funding applications for multiple projects across the disciplines of conservation, science, outreach and consultancy.
Project development
· Work with colleagues to identify, develop and support new conservation, science, and outreach proposals which deliver against the aims and objectives of the strategic plan.
· Ensure new proposals demonstrate best practice and support Trust policies and core charitable activities and are authorised through the Project Proposal process.
· Ensure project plans are accurately costed and contribute to the operational and development needs of the Trust.
· Respond to requests to engage in potential partnership projects across the UK, which support the Trust’s strategic aims and objectives.
· Ensure the organisation is bid /tender ready in our policies, procedures and evidence.
Fundraising
· Actively research and identify new funders, business partnerships and bid/tender opportunities.
· Prepare compelling applications for funders, either generic or tailored depending on the opportunity.
· Prepare and submit EOI’s and funding bids for projects (including those of more than six figure sums).
· Prepare and submit Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and tender proposals.
· Build and maintain relationships with funders. Make sure regular updates are sent and reports submitted on time.
· Support colleagues in maintaining good relationships with funders.
· Accurately record, monitor and evaluate response rates to communications with funders and make recommendations to improve and increase donations.
General
· Effectively respond to fundraising enquiries.
· Objectively review the successes and achievements against agreed targets, identifying strengths, weaknesses and areas for development.
· Maintain accurate records on the Trust’s CRM system in accordance with the Trust’s data protection policy.
· Participate in the day-to-day work of the organisation – such as reporting, attending team meetings as required and taking a flexible approach to general administrative and support tasks.
Misc.
· Contribute to the overall output of the Trust team and carry out duties with due regard to the well-being, safety and safeguarding of others at all times.
· Support the Trust in continued efforts to be an environmentally sustainable organisation.
· Employees are required to comply with all Trust policies and must also undertake specific mandatory training when identified.
· Undertake any other duties commensurate with the nature of the post as deemed appropriate and by agreement with the Head of Department.
Person Specification
Essential:
· At least 3 years’ experience in a fundraising, project development or bid writing environment and proven ability to win new business (6 figure+)
· Demonstrable experience of delivering income targets through relevant fundraising channels, especially Lotteries.
· Ability to work in a multi partnership environment.
· Ability to understand and generate budgets.
· Excellent communication and presentation skills required to build relationships with potential funders, other managers and conservation staff.
· Excellent written skills with the ability to produce compelling applications.
· High standard of computer literacy (MS office suite) & CRM use (Dynamics)
· Meticulous attention to detail.
· Demonstrable ability to plan and prioritise own workload with minimum supervision.
· Ability to work as part of a team.
· Knowledge and understanding of the latest fundraising legislation and regulations.
Desirable:
· Ability and willingness to travel for work in the UK.
· Knowledge of the charity sector.
· Knowledge or understanding of nature conservation, bumblebees and their conservation.
· Problem solving skills particularly in response to the business sector needs.
Recruitment and Selection Process
The Bumblebee Conservation Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer. This means that whilst seeking employment or during such employment with the Trust, we will seek to ensure equality of treatment for all persons regardless of sex, race, age, marital or civil partnership status, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity status.
The Trust Equity, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Interview Scheme
We recognise that candidates with a disability or from ethnically diverse backgrounds are under-represented in our organisation, and that there are often additional barriers present for people from these groups when applying for roles in the charity sector and beyond. We are committed to taking positive action to expand the diversity of our staff team through the Trust EEDI Interview Scheme (EIS).
Applicants who apply through the Trust EIS and who meet the minimum criteria for the role will be offered an interview. In the event of a high-volume of applicants who tick this box, then selection for interview will be those who best meet the minimum criteria for the post rather than all of those that meet the minimum criteria, in the same way as we do for applicants who do not opt in to the EIS.
It is important to note that this scheme guarantees an interview for candidates who meet or best meet the essential criteria and tell us that they'd like to be considered under the scheme. The selection decision at interview will be based on the most suitable candidate, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Access to the Trust EIS simply requires an applicant who identifies as being disabled or from an ethnically diverse background to answer ‘yes’ to the question on the application form ‘do you wish to be considered under the Trust EEDI Interview Scheme?’.
Applicants who are invited to interview will be asked if they require any specific adjustments to take into account any disability or other health matter.
Use of AI in Candidate Applications:
We accept that some applicants are using technology to support with writing applications as the use of AI becomes a norm. However, we would like to stress the importance of giving personal examples from your previous experience where possible in your application.
If you are using AI technology, please ensure you still tailor your answers to ensure you are:
· Showing authenticity and your personal voice, a genuine expression of your experiences and aspirations can set you apart from others.
· Tailoring to the specific role and company values.
· Expressing your passion, values and personality - this can be better achieved through your unique communication style.
· Providing specific examples to highlight your ability to problem solve and think through situations.
While AI can be a valuable tool, it is essential to balance these benefits with the need for authenticity and personalisation.
Pre-employment checks:
We will require a minimum of two appropriate references and will check your right to work in the UK before you can start work with us.
References:
Referees should ideally be your present and last employer. They should have had either managerial or supervisory responsibility for your work, and not be colleagues, subordinates or friends. If this is your first employment, a tutor’s reference and a personal reference or similar will be acceptable.
If you have any questions about providing reference details, please contact us.
The Trust will only approach your referees once an offer of employment has been made; they will be provided with a copy of the job description and asked to return a Reference Request Form.
How we use your personal information:
The information which we gather from you during the recruitment and selection process is retained and processed in accordance with the provisions set out by the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulation Please note that by submitting an application for employment, you are accepting that you have read and understood our Data Protection and Privacy Policy for Job Applicants. If you have any questions about how we use your data, please contact us.
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