The London Community Foundation is the charity for London’s grassroots. We specialise in supporting community-based organisations focused on helping disadvantaged London, including those affected by child poverty, unemployment, isolation, homelessness, domestic violence and gang crime. We are an independent charity and one of over 1500 Community Foundations worldwide and a member of the network of 48 Community Foundations in the UK.

This important role is perfect for someone looking for a chance to use their skills to maximise their personal and social impact. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a portfolio of grant programmes which support community-based groups across London to achieve social impact. LCF plays a crucial role bringing together community-based organisations and donors, made up of a mixture of corporate partners, individual philanthropists, statutory bodies, and other trusts and foundations. This brings a complexity that requires a sharp mind, great attention to detail, and flexibility in approach. This person will need to become an expert in a range of issues affecting London and will use this knowledge to raise awareness about how community organisations are making a difference. This role will entail relationship building with high value donors, report writing and collaboration. Gathering intelligence in specific thematic areas and working closely with donors to enable the retention, renewal and growth of funds will be important components of this role. This person will be key to nurturing relationships with external stakeholders including local authorities, donors, charities and voluntary groups to widen understanding and to further the work of LCF.

A thorough understanding of the social sector is key, and a grant making background is essential. You will be somebody who is willing and able to learn quickly, who thrives in a complex business environment. The ideal person will have had experience of managing multiple projects, cultivating external relationships, adapting to diverse audiences, and will not be flustered by deadlines.

You will be flexible in your approach to work and able to cope with a dynamic environment in which priorities can quickly change. You will have a can-do attitude and positive outlook, but also be assertive when you think there’s a better way to do something. It’s an exciting time at LCF. We are busy working on modernising our operations and processes to maximise their impact for  donors and beneficiaries alike. This is an opportunity to play a vital role in that process. This role represents a superb opportunity for a proactive and talented person to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation committed to making a difference.

Fundraising Manager

Your role will be to securing income for large-scale capital investment at Stanley Halls, alongside developing relationships with statutory funders and trusts who may support programming and core running costs of the building in the future.

These funding bodies will include Arts Council England, the National Lottery Heritage Fund and other voluntary sources, predominantly trusts and foundations.

You will be a self-starting and experienced fundraiser, with demonstrable success in securing major donations from institutional funders as well as a wider understanding of other income streams. Your ability to build a compelling case for support, and present this case to a range of funders in an engaging way, will be central to this role.

We are committed to returning Stanley Halls to its original use as a cultural centre and community resource; to maximising its potential to provide the diverse communities of South East London with entertainment, arts and education; and to championing the legacy of William Stanley, one of Victorian London’s most unusual and idealistic entrepreneurs, who built this unique London landmark. With your support Stanley Halls will continue to thrive and grow. 

Stanley Halls is at a very exciting stage of its development, with a new Venue Director bringing a bold new artistic and strategic vision. The building is at the heart of Croydon's blossoming cultural scene, and over the next few years, we hope to play a vital role in the re-development of the area. The opportunities to build funding partnerships that help to deliver these cultural & community plans are significant.

Our ambition is to become a key performance and arts centre in South East London. We are looking to build a community of artists across a wide variety of different creative disciplines; traditional and modern; craft-based and cutting edge. Our developing performance schedule will be about promoting the very best emerging artists across all performance artforms.

Stanley Halls has secured funding from recognised funders over the past four years, including Architectural Heritage Fund, National Lottery Heritage Fund, National Lottery Community Fund , BFI, and we are also benefiting from funding from the Good Growth Fund. As we develop the venue programming and forge new artistic collaborations, alongside growing our volunteering and community outreach, we are excited by the potential for this expansion in activity to unlock future funding opportunities.

We are seeking a Trusts Fundraising Manager to play a key role in Kiln Theatre’s ambitious and collaborative four-person Fundraising Team.

About Us

Kiln Theatre views the world through a variety of lenses, bringing unheard voices into the mainstream. We present high-quality and innovative work, which provokes debate and emotionally engages. Located in Brent, the most culturally diverse borough in London, we are a local venue with an international vision. 

The Role

The Trusts Fundraising Manager will work with the Director of Fundraising to meet the annual target for trust/foundation income (c. £600k pa). They will lead on writing grant applications, reporting to funders and researching prospective grant-givers.

This is an incredibly exciting time to join Kiln Theatre as we move into 2020, the year that Brent is London Borough of Culture. The Fundraising Team is an active and visible department at Kiln and we have excellent support from the leadership team and Board of Trustees. 

Benefits

Employee benefits include complimentary theatre tickets for preview performances, £2 tickets for cinema screenings and a 20% discount in Kiln Kitchen bar, cafe and restaurant.

Application Process

Please see the job description attached. To apply, visit our website.

There is scope for discussion about salary parameters at interview stage.

The Health Foundation is an independent charity committed to bringing about better health and health care for people​ in the UK.

Our Marketing and Communications Manager will develop and implement integrated communications strategies that will contribute to achievement of our overall communications objectives, helping us build our brand reputation, reach and engagement with our audiences.

In this varied and exciting role, the successful candidate will develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, gaining a deep understanding of their subject areas. You will work with the wider Communications team to advise on the most appropriate marketing and communications approaches to meet our stakeholders needs.

Pro-actively working with colleagues to seek out opportunities to enhance the Foundation’s profile and brand identity, you will take a leading role in developing and maintaining our brand and corporate communications. You will commission, manage and analyse results from market research from external suppliers and other sources to inform the development of Health Foundation products, services and marketing/communications strategies.

The Marketing and Communications Manager will have excellent strategic integrated communication skills, project management experience and marketing expertise. You will have significant experience of marketing and/or integrated communications in a busy and demanding environment and a track record of success in commissioning market research which engages with target audience groups.

Proactive and comfortable taking the initiative and possessing strong organisational and project management skills, you will also have the technical knowledge and well-developed writing and editing skills required to be a success in this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior communications professional with a passion for improving health outcomes who is committed to our core behaviours - Achieving Impact, Working Together and Discovering and Learning.

The Health Foundation values diversity and champions inclusion and strongly encourages applications from all sections of the community.

I CAN is looking for an exceptional Philanthropy Manager to support our fundraising team. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy and a key part of the team, the new Philanthropy Manager will develop and manage a portfolio of donors, significantly improving our performance in building long term engaging relationships and raising funds.

We are keen to hear from you if you have:

• Significant experience of building and managing personal relationships with high net worth individuals and/or senior stake holders and/or influential individuals.
• Implementation experience of the principles of major gift fundraising, including cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major donors or equivalent experience in a commercial organisation.
• Experience networking with, and influencing, senior people both internally and externally in order to achieve pre-defined outcomes.

I CAN, the UK’s leading children’s communication charity, has an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children in the UK.

I CAN believes that language is a fundamental life skill, essential for learning. Good language at age five is the single most important factor in helping children escape poverty. 10% of children in the UK have long-term persistent speech, language and communication needs, I CAN is determined to lead on raising the profile of this issue.

Through its training programmes, interventions and specialist schools, I CAN provides critical support to children of all ages and the children’s workforce. Thousands of nurseries and schools benefit from its evidence-based programmes. I CAN itself runs two special schools for children and young people with the most complex communication needs. 

I CAN has ambitious plans for growth over the next three years and needs to grow its voluntary fundraising income to allow the charity to develop pioneering new approaches in supporting children who have trouble communicating.

If this sounds interesting please apply with your CV and a supporting statement on how to meet the criteria for the role. Interviews will be held on 16th and 17th December.  

I CAN is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and the safeguarding and welfare of children. We carry out the appropriate vetting and verifications on all staff and this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

"No one should have to face breast cancer alone"

Breast Cancer Haven centres support anyone  affected by breast cancer by providing personalised emotional, practical and physical support. Since opening in 2017 the number of visitors to our West Midlands centre seeking support continues to grow.

If you are passionate about offering a quality experience for the people who use our support services and have an interest in complementary approaches and integrated cancer, as a registered healthcare professional you would be responsible for all day to day clinical and operational aspects of Breast Cancer Haven – West Midlands. You will  manage a small team of complementary therapists and work with our  Information and Support Nurse providing support to people affected by breast cancer in the West Midlands area.

Ideally you will have experience of working in cancer care within the NHS or charity sector. You will have experience of delivering and managing clinical and/or supportive services for people with cancer. For further details and how to apply please view the attached job pack.

Vacancy Reference Number:

EVM/F/UK-R1

Position title:

Events & Volunteer Manager

Reports to:

Director of UK Fundraising

Location:

Either Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

OR

Muslim Hands UK, 595-597 Commercial Road, London, E1 0HJ.

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary guideline:

£27,500 - £30,000 per year dependant on experience

Terms of Employment:

18-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)

Permanent Full Time / Part Time Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up to date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 22nd November 2019

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

Interviews: W/C 25th November 2019

Start: ASAP thereafter

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold Skype Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please include your Skype ID in your application.

Background:

This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the UK's leading Muslim charities. This position is central to our campaign to develop and maintain relationships with individual doors, groups, mosques, schools, volunteers, community centres along with other Islamic institutions in order maximise fundraising and awareness of Muslim Hands.

Muslim Hands, an international relief organisation working in over 50 countries worldwide, is looking for a dynamic individual to join the Fundraising department to develop and maintain relationships with individuals, groups, volunteers, mosques, schools and other Islamic institutions to maximise fundraising and awareness.

The Role:
Based in either our London or Nottingham (headquarters) offices you will be required to travel country-wide, to engage with our target organisations and volunteers and occasional travel between the two-workstations will be required by the post-holder.

You will be working closely with other members of the Fundraising department to gain exposure for the charity and the fundraising campaigns run throughout the year.

The Events & Volunteer team is essential to the growth of Muslim Hands both in raising awareness via our events, which host thousands of people throughout the year, increasing awareness of our work and generating donations (currently £1-2 million per year). Your role will be central in expanding this and helping further the reach of Muslim Hands.

Essential for the Successful Post-holder:

• Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
• Must be able to either:

1. Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR
2. Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.

• Hold a degree or equivalent qualification.
• Have substantial experience in a similar fundraising role, with a significant amount of that within management.
• Be results driven and able to meet ambitious targets.
• Possess strong community links and have a history of community service.
• Be able to show a track record of fundraising success.
• Have a willingness to work outside of regular hours.
• Be flexible with regular travel between London, Nottingham and overseas.

Desirable:

• Previous experience of working within the NGO/Charity sector.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing a vision and strategy for the charities' fundraising growth within the Events and Volunteers’ department.
• Line managing staff in the team and working with relevant teams to ensure this happens.
• Developing and extending the reach of the charity within various communities.
• Working closely with the Fundraising Director to coordinate, support and compliment their work
• Preparing and presenting regular reports to senior management and trustees.
• Preparing, monitoring and reporting expenditure against a fixed budget.

Key Areas of Responsibilities 

Campaigns creation for all collections, events, challenges and volunteer activities.

Managing Volunteer & Events’ Coordinators (South, Midlands and North)

Managing Volunteer aspect (South, Midlands and North)

• Create and implement recruitment of MH Volunteers (MHVs).
• Research, draft and implement volunteer policies and procedures (based on Fundraising regulations).
• Generate appropriate volunteering opportunities and create role descriptions based on the diversifying needs of the organisation.
• Monitor, support, and motivate volunteers and their work. This includes managing all social media communication with volunteers.
• Maintain and update volunteer databases. This includes managing the volunteers’ list/registrations, inducting all new volunteers and cataloguing MHVs capabilities, interests and availability.
• Recruit volunteers and provide appropriate training to ensure they are suitable for the role.
• Ensure MHVs are appropriately supported, motivated, monitored and trained in order to maximize benefit to Muslim Hands.
• Offer suitable Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to MHVs and associated external organization through face-to-face, telephone and email contact.
• Manage budgets and resources, including the reimbursement of expenses to MHVs.
• Keep up to date with changes in legislation and policy related to volunteering and make all necessary amendments to documents and literature in view of the changes.
• Monitor, evaluate and write reports on MHVs activities for donors, Web uploads, Management and Trustees.
• To liaise with MHVs and the scheme; continually seeking to raise its profile and secure fund-raising opportunities.

Managing Events aspect (South, Midlands and North)

• To directly coordinate Muslim Hands events nationally with a view to secure MHVs and raise funds accordingly.
• Manage annual events (Gaza winter walk, Snowden, Ben Nevis etc…).
• Publicise events, keeping up to date with culture trends, monitoring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns and ensuring appropriate marketing ‘placement’.
• To nurture existing (and cultivating new) partnerships with relevant and desirable institutions.
• To encourage and support volunteers to run their own fundraising event activities within their specific areas.
• To maintain regular contact with MHVs around the country, setting mini challenges during ‘off-peak’ periods so that they remain engaged and active within their specific areas.
• To support with and source the provision of 1-1 and group training for key MHVs with a view to develop registered and active volunteers, directly and through suitable partnerships.
• To support in the attainment of an effectively visible MH presence at key events, both at grass roots and regional level, mobilising localised volunteer networks and Fundraising Team(s) as required.
• To support the Line Manager in achieving day-to-day tasks, undertaking all reasonable requests as required.

Managing Community & Mosques Officers (South, Midlands and North)

To research and identify appropriate mosques, schools, community organisations and other Islamic institutions which will support our work.

• Maintain regular communications with the above organisations to book events and collections throughout the year.
• To promote fundraising campaigns and events through social media, leaflet and poster distribution.
• To attend events related to mosques and Islamic institutions for networking purposes.
• To participate in meetings associated with the work above and to ensure that decisions from any meetings or discussions are followed up.
• To organise and coordinate regional fundraising tours and events.
• To assist the Fundraising team in all other aspects of delivering campaigns and activities.
• Any other duties commensurate with the accountabilities of the post.
• Gain permission from masjids to have containers places in their car parks (Big Aid convoy project).
• Assist on live TV appeals.
• Make masjid and Public announcement for collections.
• Madrasah/Maktab students to be engaged and confirmed for events (e.g. Gaza Winter Walk).
• Work not only with Mosques but with events/fundraising on various projects throughout the year.
• Employees of Muslim Hands are expected to be sympathetic to the aims and ethos of the organisation.

Other Requirements of Post-holder:

• To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct
• To support with Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in approximately 5-Live-TV-Appeals during our peak periods.
• To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by Line Manager
• To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands Policies, Procedures and Professional Practices

This role would suit someone who thrives working in a fast-paced environment and who enjoys facing challenges; often working to tight deadlines.

This is a very rewarding position for the right person. If you feel this is you please send your CV with a cover letter explaining why you feel you are suitable quoting the above reference number!!

Deadline for applications is 22nd November 2019 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found. 

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful. 

Are you awesome at delivering creative marketing campaigns and successful events?

If so, we want to hear from you. Cycling UK is seeking an experienced Marketing and Events Programme Manager to join our Engagement Team. This team is responsible for delivering some of Cycling UK’s key national activities, including UK Bike Week and the Women’s Festival of Cycling. The role is key to supporting delivery of our target to get a million more people cycling by 2023. You’ll inspire and motivate people about the pleasure of riding a bike and the wide-ranging benefits cycling can bring to them as individuals as well as to wider society, such as improving health and reducing pollution.

You don’t need to be a cyclist to be great at this role – what you do need is a passion to create effective campaigns that promote change, excellent attention to detail and be driven by results.

You’ll have at least four years’ experience across marketing and event management within the charity or not for profit sectors. This role will lead on the development, strategy and delivery for national activities, utilising your knowledge of targeting audiences, influencing decision makers and project management. You will use a wide range of marketing and communications skills, including digital expertise; be able to lead complex projects; and be an integral part of helping to shape our new strategy.

Job Title: Area Manager (Norfolk and Suffolk)
Hours: Full Time, permanent
Salary: £40k
Location: Norwich

We are working in partnership with Victim Support, an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales.  The charity works towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and respect they deserve.

The charity is now seeking to appoint an Area Manager, which is an exciting opportunity to lead the Norfolk & Suffolk care service. You will be part of the senior regional management team, with responsibility for leading the designated area strategically and operationally.

The successful individual will demonstrate:

• Experience of operating at a senior management level
• The ability to inspire a team and lead effectively by example
• A strong track record of developing and delivering services in a complex, customer focused organisation with a focus on continual improvement
• Experience of planning and working strategically with key partners including Commissioners
• The ability to develop services with contract partners
• Competence in budget management and financial control
• Knowledge of the legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements relevant to a national charity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a national charity where you can drive change and improvement and directly contribute towards achieving the Victim Support vision to champion the interests of victims and provide high-quality services.

We are seeking an inspirational and dynamic individual with the relevant skills and experience of leading teams and managing people.

If you are interested in this role please submit your CV, with a supporting statement to Jill Livingstone quoting our reference JO1719.

Please note that regular travel will be required throughout the area and to London to fulfil this role.

Closing date for applications: 2 December 2019

Interview date: w/c 16 December 2019

Area Manager of the ReUse and Retail shop Businesses with sites at High Heavens and Aston Clinton and retails shops at Bourne End and Hazlemere.  Management leadership and retail expertise to oversee all aspects of Retail including the management of the local teams, department activities and operational requirements to delight customers. Identify and recommend retail opportunities. Achievement of all agreed sales, financial and operational targets with an aim to maximise profits. 100% compliance with policies and procedures and compliance. Maintaining a presence on the sites to raise the profile of South Bucks Hospice in the community, cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with third parties.

Key Responsibilities

Key Result Areas

• Driving the achievement of all sales targets across the sites, working in close conjunction with the Managers to ensure consistency and compliance.

• Driving revenue growth and profitability across all sites.

• Appropriate management of the team to ensure operational effectiveness through the variety of management tools available to encompass all HR activities, staff appraisals, performance management, training and health and safety.This includes the training of and coaching of the Managers to deliver for their teams.

• Overseeing the department and all activities to ensure that it complies with the Reuse Operation Manual, at both reuse sites, including

  • Health and safety legislation (The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974)

  • Consumer law (Consumer Rights Act 2005)

  • Trading standards requirements (The General Product Safety Regulations 2005)

  • Lottery regulations (Gambling Act 2005)

  • FCC’s operational requirements

  • Portable Appliance Testing (PAT)

  • Gift Aid

  • South Bucks Hospice’s internal policies and procedures

• Develop and review all retail policies, procedures and handbooks and recommend any changes to the Director of Finance and Operations

• Review and develop retail performance, operational needs and general capacity to streamline costs, increase income and efficiency and grow profit to that retail operates to its full potential

• Effective management of the shops and sites to reach agreed sales targets and plans for achievement

• Identify and recommend new retail opportunities taking into consideration local market conditions and competitor activity

• Ensure adherence to agreed pricing policy and stock control measures, ensuring the shops are well stocked at all times

• Fully engaged and driving the use of Gift aid sign up to maximise the available funding opportunities.

• Support the Hospice Lottery Partnership meet budgeted through the upselling of the lottery tickets with each sale

• Support fundraising events through providing merchandise and personnel

• Agree an annual retail marketing calendar and ensure that all stores consistently reflect this in presentation standards and promotion

• Create effective relationships with colleagues, customers, traders and the local communities to the benefit of South Bucks Hospice

• Motivate the team and create a positive environment resulting in a working environment that is clean, organised and suitable to support shop trading

• Maintain effective staffing levels at all times and recruit volunteers and provide relief cover as required

• Ensure that all staff are fully trained and training is reviewed to ensure compliance

• Quick and successful resolution of all customer queries and complaints and escalate where necessary

• Actively supporting the acquisition and engagement of Volunteers in all locations

Behavioural Values

• Appreciates the impact that decisions and actions have on the business

• Ability to ensure that objectives or tasks are delivered on time and to an agreed quality

• Crucial front line operational role as part of team that delivers high quality services to a range of customers

• Pro-active and responsive to requirements to customers and colleague; a team player

• Fully understands internal and external customer expectations and requirements, and works to ensure these are exceeded and delight customers

• Works co-operatively and productively with others, to achieve results.

• Demonstrable knowledge and interest in retail and reuse

• Takes the initiative to work across boundaries to resolve challenges

• Demonstrates commitment and loyalty to South Bucks Hospice

• Self-motivated individual with strong customer focus

• Able to choose a method of communication that is appropriate and effective for a given situation, to incorporate the difference mediums of listening, verbal and written

• Uses original and creative thinking to make improvements or support the initiation of new approaches

• Works with honesty and integrity and maintains the reputation of South Bucks Hospice

• Does the right thing for the long term success of South Bucks Hospice

Personal Attributes

• Retail management experience of 5 years, ideally in a charity environment and multi-site location

• Demonstrate a consistent high standard of work and attention to detail

• Punctual and presentable

• Willing to learn

• Effective Communications with colleagues and Management team

• Calm temperament under pressured conditions

• Willingness to travel to other locations

• Customer Service focussed

• Approachable and accessible

• Basic computer skills

Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK with a nationwide network of rehoming centres and charity shops. Last year, Dogs Trust centres cared for over 15,000 dogs; we never put a healthy dog down.

With approximately 40 retail stores already across the UK and new stores opening almost weekly, Dogs Trust is the most rapidly growing charity retailer in the UK. With a broad range of donated and bought in products, we are looking for dynamic and flexible managers who have the customer and the charity at the heart of everything they do. 

Now you can be part of our next chapter. We are seeking a commercially minded Store Manager, working 5 days a week (including most weekends), to help to build and inspire a team of volunteers, take personal ownership for the performance of the store, maximise profits and deliver excellent customer service. In this varied and exciting role you will be instrumental in ensuring your store is a successful hub of the community, working closely with Rehoming Centres and representing the Dogs Trust brand. This is a great opportunity to be part of a busy and dynamic retail environment that changes every day!

So if you have retail experience along with strong team and budgetary management skills and enjoy leading from the front and driving sales through commercial awareness and inspirational customer service whilst making a difference to the dogs in our care, please apply.

Tom's Trust is a small but rapidly expanding charity with a young outlook and a great atmosphere.  We are passionate about psychology because it is under funded and still not recognised as the critical back bone to the whole families' support and recovery.  In eight years, we have funded three Clinical Psychologists who are looking after all children diagnosed with a brain tumour in East Anglia and their families and we have now expanded to the North East with two Clinical Psychologists working at The Great North Children's Hospital.  Our vision is to work with a third hospital which means that our geographical fundraising area is growing rapidly.

We want to expand our corporate support, as well as continue our busy community fundraising calendar.  This will be a demanding but incredibly exciting role and will need a flexible attitude as you work within a small, friendly team.

The successful candidate will show a drive and passion for what our work achieves for children and families with brain tumours.  We are looking for a range of experience, because it is about finding the correct person to work in our team:

- Ability to work with existing supporters whilst developing new relationships and sources of funding

- Becoming part of the planning of expansion of our fundraising and bring a good level of experience and knowledge of strategy planning

- Develop new strategies to increase the number of event participants and pilot and evaluate new challenges

- Support the integration of a new database

- Maintaining our current corporate database and continue to develop relationships

- Motivating office volunteers

- Supporting and creating local events

- Good IT skills are essential

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Regional Community Fundraising Manager (1.0) to join our amazing charity, which exists to provide children from disadvantaged backgrounds with a wonderful week of mud-and-magic in the British countryside.

It’s a great time to join Farms for City Children. We already support thousands of children across England and Wales every year and our new strategic direction will see us grow further, reaching more children who deserve a discovery filled week-in-wellies.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Regional Community Fundraising Manager with a demonstrable background of community fundraising and networking to join our team as we embark on a period of growth and development.

This home based role will develop and implement plans to deliver the agreed Fundraising Strategy where we plan to significantly grow income from the communities where are farms are based in the South West of England & Wales, as well as from the communities where our beneficiary schools are located. The successful candidate will bring together and inspire supporters across our networks as well as individuals, groups and businesses to fundraise and engage with our cause.

About You

This role requires significant hand-on experience of community fundraising and a strong insight into how local fundraising works, supported by a good and demonstrable range of people management skills.

In order to succeed you will be highly motivated by the charity’s work with children, food, the countryside and farming; be a skilled communicator with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills; outstanding planning, organisational and implementation skills; experienced in setting and managing budgets, strong IT skills and ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people.

The role covers the South West region and specifically the communities where are farms are located in Devon, Pembrokeshire and Gloucestershire. Initially working as sole Community Fundraiser, you will be expected to travel extensively across the region (min one day a week at Head Office in Exeter). Longer-term, you will help develop a larger community fundraising team to further grow community activity and income generation.

What we Offer

In return you will receive a starting salary of between £30,000 and £35,000 (depending on experience) and a range of benefits, which include:

• 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays (pro rata)
• 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Deadline for applications is 4pm on Friday, 22 November 2019.

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement, outlining how your experience meets the criteria.

Interviews will be held on 2nd December, at our Head Office near Exeter.

ABSOLUTELY NO AGENCIES – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY

The Grounded Events Company are seeking an enthusiastic, organised individual with a passion for mass participation sporting events and knowledge of the third sector. GEC are the organisers of events including the Brighton Marathon Weekend and Ragnar Relay UK, and are looking for an experienced Charity Co-ordinator to join the team and lead the management and delivery of outgoing event/company communications to the charity sector.

We are looking for a candidate that has strong administration and reporting skills to be a key conduit between GEC events and the third sector, supporting the Charity Manager and overall Commercial Team in delivering and implementing various elements of charity partnership agreements.

The successful candidate will be a pro-active organised planner with have good communication skills who is delivery focussed with good attention to detail.

An appreciation or experience of how events and charities work together would be beneficial.

You must be available to work the weekend 18-19 April 2020.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 28th November 2019. Please be available for interviews week commencing Monday 2nd December and Monday 9th December 2019.

SUMMARY

• A key support in managing and maintaining the Charity Programme supporting the Charity Manager and internal departments to ensure delivery of charity needs according to contracts and agreements.
• Supporting charities through the delivery of our events, managing key charity relationships.
• High level of administration, including provision of customer service / point of contact for over 200 charities across the events portfolio.

TASKS

• Managing a project plan in relation to all charity touch points and activity throughout the year.
• Relationship management for charities including customer service and administration.
• Managing all charity participant data through the registration process from online entry system through to post-race deferrals, including charity runner reporting, drop down listings and queries.
• Supporting Charity Manager with management of bookings, providing post sales information.
• Supporting finance team by tracking charity sales and invoice management.
• Supporting the Communications Manager with collation of digital content for the website and social media.
• Understanding of event activation for all charity partners and a key support in organising the Charity Village at Brighton Marathon Weekend.
• Training will be given on our online platforms including the website and registration as well as guidance on best practice and procedures when dealing with charity partners across all aforementioned areas.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL…

• Be proactive with a meticulous and organised approach to your work and adept at managing multiple projects and timelines.
• Good at listening and communicating with colleagues, stakeholders and different audiences.
• Friendly and confident on the phone.
• Be a strong team player who is also able to work autonomously.
• Have energy and commitment to getting the job done.

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

Have experience working in a similar role, ideally within the charity sector or mass participation events.

WORKING AT GROUNDED EVENTS COMPANY

We are a small but extremely hard working, committed and conscientious team of people. We believe in pulling together, sharing ideas, innovating and striving to produce events of international quality and status. The following are key values of GEC.

Creativity: Never be scared to think outside the box or make new suggestions

Passion: Have a passion for the work you are doing with a drive to learn and develop

Support: Embrace others views and needs and support team members

Collaboration: Working as one team in the office and on-site, when the team expands to include freelancers, volunteers and consultants

Innovation: use analysis, debriefs and feedback to drive event development on all levels, from communications to production and marketing

Communication: Be open with your team to allow better productivity and a positive working environment

Accountability: Plan, implement, and be responsible for the results

OUR BENEFITS:

• Pension Scheme: You will be eligible for our Pension Scheme
• Gym Membership
• Time given off in lieu of event days
• Our office is a few minutes from the sea, right in the city centre, with great coffee and beer o clock on Fridays