National Church Institutions
Head of Cathedral Fundraising Development
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Head of Cathedral Fundraising Development
Fundraising Support Manager
Develop the fundraising support across our 42 cathedrals.
About the Role
Church of England cathedrals hold a uniquely significant place in national, civic and spiritual life. They serve as:
- Centres of Christian worship and the seat of the bishop
- Key cultural and community institutions
- Focal points for diocesan life and community gatherings
- Hubs for education, music, heritage, tourism and supporting local economies
- Reflecting spaces for non-worshippers, engaging with creativity and spirituality
However, this breadth of purpose creates significant challenges:
- Balancing worship with growing expectations as civic and cultural venues
- Operating within a secular and diverse society
- Maintaining complex historic buildings amid limited and uncertain funding
- Dealing with structural financial deficits, high maintenance costs, and staffing expenses
- Ensuring long-term sustainability by generating fundraising income
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This is a test-and-learn function. The role explores new models and funding strategies, and its future scope and resources will depend on demonstrated success. There’s clear intention for it to eventually inform a sustainable, nationally resourced fundraising support structure for all Church of England cathedrals.
The position is a three-year fixed-term contract.
Interviews will take place in Church House, London, on Wednesday, 29 July 2026.
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About the National Church Institutions (NCIs)
The National Church Institutions (NCIs) includes diverse teams and professionals supporting the Church of England’s vision: "a church, centred on Jesus Christ, for the whole nation – a church that is simpler, humbler, bolder."
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