Director of Communication Fundraising and Charity

Job summary

The Director of Communications, Fundraising and Charity will be responsible for the expert running of the Trust's communications function, leading a team of committed communications, digital and fundraising professionals.

They will be tasked with informing, inspiring and motivating our staff; as well as working in partnership with our stakeholders, local community and service users to instil confidence in our services as well as providing communications expertise to ensure the delivery of the Trust's operational recovery plan and overarching strategic objectives.

Expected date for final interview: 8th September 2026

Main duties of the job

The post holder will also be responsible for raising the profile of Croydon Health Charity and ensuring delivery against a significant target income.

The successful candidate will be an experienced, strategic leader with an in-depth understanding of what it takes to develop and lead high performing communications functions.

The Director of Communications, Fundraising and Charity will require personal authority and sound judgement, commensurate with exercising responsibilities in proximity to the Board of the Trust, with accountability to the Deputy Chief Executive and close liaison with the Chief Executive and Chair.

While not a member of the Trust Board or formally the Executive Management Board, the post holder will be required to contribute proactively to both, playing a role in giving strategic direction to the communications of the Trust. The post holder will need to develop strong relationships with communications leads in other trusts and across the South West London Integrated Care System, alongside those in other partner organisations and with the regulators regionally and nationally.

In addition, the Director of Communications, Fundraising and Charity will also oversee the management and delivery of Croydon Health Charity's fundraising and marketing strategies, working with the Head of Fundraising to ensure a pipeline of charitable income and ensuring that charitable funds are utilised appropriately for the benefits of patients and staff.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 390,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.