We are looking for two enthusiastic, energetic individuals to join our fundraising team.

If you are a natural networker and compelling communicator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment to achieve outstanding results, then we would love to hear from you!

These vital roles will contribute to the development and delivery of the Alexander Devine fundraising strategy by maximising income predominantly from community, events and corporate fundraising.

The post holders will also actively support the growth of a donor acquisition and retention programme, as well as offering exceptional stewardship to a range of supporters across the organisation.

We would welcome applications from candidates with strong fundraising experience and excellent relationship management skills who want to use their experience to make a real difference to the lives of the children and families that we support.

Hours:  Full time (37.5 hours), part time hours may be considered

Calling all fundraisers!

Want to work part time but with full time earning potential?  We currently have opportunities in Surrey, Sussex and Kent working on the Wildlife Trust Campaigns.

The Wildlife Trusts are a grassroots movement that believes we need nature and it needs us. They have more than 850,000 members and 35,000 volunteers working together with their Wildlife Trust to make their local area wilder and make nature part of life, for everyone.

They have 2300 reserves across the UK, 1000 coastal and undersea conservation projects and over 98,000 football pitches of wildlife-rich land.

CF Fundraising Ltd recruits new members on behalf of local Wildlife Trusts including Surrey, Sussex and Kent Wildlife Trusts.  We are looking to grow our team working on behalf of these inspirational charities. Working in pre-booked venues throughout the local area, this is a unique opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the work of the Wildlife Trust.

Key facts about the role

This is an employed & salaried role (not self-employed), starting salary £12,800 based on a 24-hour week, working Friday to Sunday.  We also offer an uncapped performance related bonus scheme, 4 weeks holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata) and pension scheme.  If you are achieving 12 donors per week your OTE will be around £40k (basic and commission), however the commission is uncapped.

This role really does make a difference. You will be the public face of the charity, seeking new members to support by way of regular monthly direct debit donations.

You will have excellent communication skills, be confident interacting with the public and able to work under your own initiative.

You will have:

• Fundraising or Direct Sales experience, used working to targets
• be an effective, persuasive, passionate and engaging communicator able to create a rapport in a face-to-face situation
• have a positive attitude, high level of self-motivation and a strong work ethic
• enjoy the variety of travelling and working in a different environment each day
• have the flexibility to work weekends
• You must have a full driving licence and your own vehicle

All uniform, equipment and point of sale materials are provided - including an electronic tablet.  Accommodation will be provided if staying away plus a contribution towards travel expenses will be paid.

What happens next:

If you’re excited about the opportunity to work on behalf of this great charity and would like to hear more then please contact us at CF Fundraising Ltd, we would love to hear from you.

Working with partners across Africa, Asia and the Middle East, Feba is all about the creative use of radio and other audio media to inspire people to follow Jesus Christ.We have a particular focus on ‘closed countries’ and ‘hard-to-reach’ people groups, including places where Christians face persecution for their faith.

We are looking for an outstanding, experienced and highly motivated individual for this new role.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing strong and enduring relationships with current and potential major donors and family trust funds.
• Create compelling, relevant and tailored funding proposals
• Design and develop a targeted contact strategy and bespoke cultivation plan
• Co-create a new major donor development strategy

You will have:

• A clear demonstrable personal Christian faith and a commitment to Feba’s ministry
• A successful track record of securing five or six figure grants from trusts/foundations and/or a major fundraising role
• A strong, engaging presence with individuals and groups
• Ability to negotiate and influence effectively with strong written and verbal skills
• Great networking skills and familiar with the current landscape, approach and technique

The Feba team is small (less than 10 people), all of whom care passionately about what we do.We love to roll up our sleeves, try new ways of doing things and support each other so that we can achieve our goals.If that sounds like you and you share our vision and values, then we’d love to hear from you.

Salary:Circa £21,000 per annum for 21 hours (FTE £35,000 p.a.)

Hours:21 hours per week

Location:Flexible working considered, yet within regular traveling

distance to West Sussex (Worthing - Chichester area).

Closing date:9.00am 2 November 2020

First Interviews:Weeks beginning 9 or 16 November 2020

For more information and application details, please visit the website

This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a committed evangelical Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

Hull Women’s Aid is a registered charity based in Hull, providing support services to women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse.

We are facing one of the most challenging times in our organisation’s history, seeing a rising demand for our services against the backdrop of uncertain funding. We seek a talented fundraiser to help us sustain and grow our income and help us succeed in our mission. If you think this is you, we want to hear from you.

We will consider applications for 16 hours per week (flexible working)

As our Fundraiser, you will work remotely initially, with an option to continue some remote working longer term.

In return for your drive and passion, we offer 3% matched pension contribution from 3rd month of employment onwards, and 25 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part time) rising with length in service.

The advertised salary will be pro rata.

Closing date: Noon on Wednesday, 28th October 2020. Interviews w/c 2nd November 

This post is open to women only. The Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1.

About us
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.
This is an exciting time to join our team. During the Coronavirus pandemic our bold, collective action has helped thousands of people off the streets in the space of just a few weeks and prevented thousands more people from becoming homeless. The easing of restrictions is a time to build on this and shape a better future for all of us.To make sure everyone housed temporarily during the outbreak is helped directly into a secure home of their own. To make this the beginning of the end of homelessness.
About the role
In the temporary role as Regional Fundraiser, covering the permanent post holder’s maternity leave, you will lead on the development and delivery of our established fundraising strategy and plans in Oxfordshire. You will work closely with colleagues locally and throughout Great Britain to ensure that our ambitious plans are achieved, and that our supporters and funding from a range of streams are integral to our success.
About you
To be successful in this role you will be an experienced fundraiser and networker, with a proven ability to develop and implement a fundraising strategy and plan involving a range of income streams. You will share our passion and commitment to ending homelessness and will put Crisis supporters and members at the heart of our work.
Benefits
As a member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

• Interest free loans to purchase a train season ticket or a bike or for a deposit to secure a tenancy
• Mandatory pension scheme, with an employer contribution of 8.5%
• 25 days’ annual leave which increases with service to 28 days

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.
How to apply
If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please apply by visiting our website and clicking on the 'Apply for Job' button.
If you need to request an application in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment Team, contact details can be found on our website.

Closing date: Sunday 8th November 2020

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.

Latch is looking for an experienced fundraiser who is passionate about our work to help us to secure financial and in-kind support from a variety of funders including corporate partners, charitable trusts, trade bodies and small and medium-sized enterprises. This is a new role at Latch and an exciting opportunity to help us to continue to grow and provide innovative and high quality services to our tenants.

Latch is a unique charitable organisation that purchases and refurbishes derelict and run-down houses in Leeds. When they’re fully modernised and furnished, our properties provide supported housing for people who are homeless or in housing need and are ready to make a positive change in their lives. We also provide training opportunities for long-term unemployed people to gain experience and skills on our property refurbishment projects.

Temporary for 6 months, extension possible subject to funding. 

Interviews to be held 11 November

The Salvation Army Community & Events Unit are looking to recruit a Community & Events Fundraising Officer (Digital) to play a key role in the creation of a digital event fundraising strategy which develops new, and maximises existing, digital fundraising opportunities for The Salvation Army Events Unit, delivering all digital fundraising campaigns.

You will work with the Community & Fundraising Events Manager and alongside the Digital Marketing & Fundraising Manager as well as PR & Communications digital teams to implement The Salvation Army’s digital communication strategy to increase participant signup, engagement and income as well as broadening the awareness, reputation and visibility externally.

You will manage interactions on the technical aspects of the Communications team’s work such as email marketing, digital advertising, social media, video production, analytics and the running of a Google Ad grant.

This is a permanent position. Prior to the Covid 19 pandemic the team was based at our Headquarters currently at 101 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6BN. Since that time the team has been working remotely and this will continue until at least 2nd January 2021. Within the next 1-2 years the current offices in Newington Causeway will be vacated. New flexible working arrangements are being developed in the Central London area to reflect the changed world of work that has arisen following the pandemic.

Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, a contributory pension scheme; season ticket loan and an employee assistance programme.

Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK.

In order to complete your application please download and read the Advert and Job Profile. 

Closing date: 25 October 2020.

CVs will not be accepted.

Promoting equality in the workplace

Are you a hands on Fundraiser , if so this could be the next challenge for you ? we are recruiting for an amazing hospice who are looking for a Head of Charity with strategic experience as well as the happy to do the day to day function and grow their portfolio of funding . The role is 4 day a week role

The Company
The Hospice has gone through a lot of changes over the last few years so an exciting time to join in their new structure.

The Role
A hands on Fundraiser particularly in the areas of Major Donors, Individual Giving and/or Trusts and identify, approach and manage a portfolio of funders.
Maximise income from current supporters and lead the development of innovative fundraising initiatives that maximise new opportunities to create sustainable income streams over the long term.
Represent the Charity on the joint Trading Board , ensuring resources are combined to deliver efficiencies and a strong financial return Marketing and Communications
Develop and deliver an effective communications and marketing programme supporting and advising colleagues as needed.
Be the custodian of the brand, ensuring it is used consistently both internally and externally.
Maximise use of the brand for fundraising purposes, keeping the Charitys profile high in order to attract new supporters and elicit donations.
Speak in an inspiring and positive way at events to a wide range of stakeholders.
Lead the management of key external relationships including major donors, media, the public sector, suppliers and other supporters, building the reputation of the Hospice.
Be an inspirational leader who leads, builds and motivates the team, provides strong staff leadership and management and oversees development and training, enabling individuals to reach their full potential.

The Candidate
A proven track record of personally securing donations
Experience in at least three of the following areas of fundraising Individual Giving (including legacies), Corporate, Trusts, Events/Community and Major Donors
A proven track record of managing under and over-performance, setting targets and getting the best out of staff and volunteers
Experience in working as part of a senior leadership team
Experience of recruitment
Experience of leading significant change across a department or organisation
A proven track record of delivering organisation-wide branding and marketing
Experience of managing a diverse, sometimes fragmented, team

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

We are looking for AN experienced statutory bid writer to join our team ON A FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos?

Do you believe in our values; to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaborate, innovate, and take accountability?

Then Advance could be the career choice for you!

Role: Statutory Bid Writer

Salary: £35,000 (pro rata for part time)

Location: Hammersmith, with some travel across London and UK locations required

Contract: 6 month fixed-term contract

Hours: 21 hours per week

About Advance:

Established in 1998, Advance is an award-winning innovative non-profit organisation supporting women and girls experiencing domestic abuse and those women in the criminal justice system, enabling them to live safe, violence-free and equal lives. We are at the forefront of developing whole systems change services, establishing the first teams working within statutory settings to reach women and girls such as in police stations, hospitals, social care and probation services.

We are a passionate and dedicated team who believe in empathy, empowerment, collaboration and innovation and accountability. These qualities characterise our work with women and girls experiencing trauma, reaching over 6,000 women and their children each year.  The organisation has recently expanded its services, with annual income of £4m and approx. 90 staff working across London.

You will:

• Be responsible for researching and writing statutory bids with the aim of expanding the statutory funding for Advance via competitively priced tender submissions.
• Develop a clear strategy for funding applications, building strong working relationships with potential funders interested in aspects of the services that Advance delivers
• Work closely with the Director and other key staff members to identify potential funders and funding sources for Advance
• Take ownership of and manage a schedule for bid writing to ensure all funding requirements for ADVANCE can be delivered
• Provide creative input into bids and supporting business case documents, to ensure they are appealing to a wide range of funders.
• Closely monitor and identify the ROI for all bid processes
• Review all bid feedback and ensure knowledge is shared across the organisation
• Work closely with the Advance Insights team to ensure that powerful and relevant data is utilised during the bid process.
• Work closely with service-level directors and managers to ensure the bid process is informed by operational experience and expertise.

What we offer:

• 30 days holiday plus public holidays, pro rata for part time, and a day off for International Women’s Day
• Pension scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

• The opportunity to work in a flexible, supportive environment with a team of committed, inspiring women and we will support you as you to continue to build your skills and experience.

Please find the job description attached.

The closing date for applications is Friday 6th November

Shortlisting will commence week beginning 9th November with interviews to follow promptly.

To apply, please send your CV along with a supporting statement setting out how you meet the criteria for the role and indicating where you first saw this role advertised, your notice period and salary expectations.

Please note that any offer of employment will be made subject to references and confirmation of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory enhanced DBS check

PLEASE NOTE: This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

Advance is committed to equality and diversity and strongly encourages applications from women with disabilities, from BME backgrounds and the LBT community, and with personal experience of the criminal justice system.

Islamic Relief Worldwide are an independent humanitarian and development organisation, serving humanity for over 35 years. With an active presence in over 40 countries across the globe, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those effected by poverty, conflicts or natural disasters.

Islamic Relief Worldwide are currently recruiting for the position of a ‘Field Development and Operations Manager’. The post holder will also be expected to set strategic direction, manage and oversee all local fundraising initiatives and support in the development of the establishment of the Fundraising focus area of the field office.

Furthermore, the selected individual will be in charge of managing local risk management within the unit and ensuring compliance.

The successful candidate must have or be:

• Good knowledge of Fundraising Models and Risk Management
• Excellent and proven fundraising and senior management skills and experience
• Proven experience of managing and motivating staff and/or volunteers at a senior level
• Senior level experience of successfully setting, managing and delivering on targets
• Experience of generating positive publicity from local media

If you are talented, reliable, service minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional looking for a meaningful career, with a strong commitment to IRW’s mission and values of sincerity, excellence, compassion, social justice and custodianship, please apply by completing our online application form.

PLEASE NOTE: Interviews are expected to take place on 12/11/2020.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pre-employment Checks:

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• screening clearance
• proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
• receipt of satisfactory references

Please note, for UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme

In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief:

(Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship)

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer

Café Assistant (sessional)
The Bridge, Guildford
Sessional Contract
£8.88 per hour + 12.07% accrued annual leave payment

At The Bridge we offer 112 rooms of high-quality housing for students. The Bridge Rooms and Kitchen are run by the team at YMCA Guildford who are a part of YMCA DownsLink Group, a charity working to transform communities across Sussex and Surrey so that all young people and families can belong, contribute and thrive.

We cater for the residents every morning and evening to provide balanced hot meals. Predominantly our residents are aged between 16-24 studying in the local area.

The Café Assistant at The Bridge Kitchen will work in on the servery as part of a multi-skilled team delivering servery meals and snacks to residents and the general public. The post holder will serve residents and the public in a friendly, efficient manner and ensure that they always receive the highest level of service.

The position comes with excellent benefits, including 27 days annual leave per annum (plus bank holidays), a company sick pay scheme, a life assurance policy of 2x your annual salary, a health and wellbeing cash plan, and a cycle to work scheme. Please download a job pack for more information about other benefits offered.

If you are an applicant interested in this post and would like an informal discussion having read the job pack, you can speak to the Recruiting Manager. Please click on the Apply button below for contact details.

YMCA DownsLink Group welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion, which we demonstrate through our activities, as well as in our policies and working practices. Reinforced by our culture and values, we seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Closing date for applications: Monday 9 November 2020 at 9am

Interview date: Wednesday 11 November 2020

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

To apply, please download an Application Pack and an Application Form from our website by clicking the Apply button below.

Community Fundraising (Schools) Manager

£34,000 - £40,000pa

London, and currently remote

The Schools Fundraising Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the schools and nurseries fundraising strategy for Red Nose Day, other year-round activity, with a view to maximising income from these campaigns

Key responsibilities:

• Lead on school and nursery fundraising, working with the data and audience resource to identify key fundraiser insights, using these to influence strategy and plans.
• Work with Schools and Community FR lead to develop strategies that meet annual fundraising targets and KPIs, and develop business cases to secure budget and resource.
• Collaborate with marketing team to identify marketing plans to maximise school and nursery acquisition and retention
• Lead on the development of impactful multi-channel stewardship plans, that deliver audience conversion and retention.
• Oversee the delivery of all materials, products, ideas and propositions that will inspire and maximise fundraising
• Recruit and manage partnerships with school and nursery chains, and other educational organisations, writing pitches to secure partnerships and managing partners to maximise income generated.
• Brief and manage freelance educational consultants to develop engaging educational resources that support fundraising activity and improve understanding of Comic Relief’s goals and campaigns.
• Monitor and report on expenditure, income and KPIs, working closely with data teams to identify trends and insight, and to proactively suggest new forms of engagement.
• Provide expert fundraising/education input across the organisation to actively shape schools fundraising propositions and ensure opportunities are maximised.
• Recruit and line manage campaign support staff as required

Essential Skills and Competencies:

• Experience of delivering fundraising strategies and propositions for UK schools and nurseries
• Experience of developing fundraising ideas that appeal to teachers, pupils, support staff and school senior management
• Experience of managing external relationships
• Strong attention to detail – to produce work, which is consistently accurate, and which fits the purpose for which it was intended.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• A proactive, positive and fun individual with a “can do” attitude

To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.

Role closes - 12:00pm, 4th Nov 2020 GMT (Europe/London)

Inclusivity at Comic Relief

We recognise diversity and inclusion are a source of strength in achieving our mission. We therefore welcome everyone, trusting what makes us different brings creativity, styles and experiences to help us collectively do our best work. That’s regardless of your gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and cultural identity. We especially welcome those from under-represented groups in modern grant-making and fundraising. We are on a journey, but if you join our team you will be part of a community that is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we want you to:

• Be valued for being yourself
• Do your best work, and be supported to break down barriers so you can succeed
• Be heard, respected, and treated as an equal, whatever your level, experience or background
• Be part of a team that is committed to making this happen – with our colleagues, partners, and contributors.

Comic Relief is committed to preventing and protecting all people from harm in their interactions with us. We expect all those that act in our name to uphold our approach to doing no harm.

Saheli supports women and children experiencing domestic abuse, from Black Asian Minority Ethnic communities. Saheli (meaning friend) is committed to creating a safe space, providing culturally sensitive support, language assistance, and a voice and identity to BAME women facing violence in their lives.

This is a new post, created to help the organisation diversify income streams. It is a great opportunity for a fundraiser who is dynamic and creative with exceptional interpersonal, communication and planning skills as well as proven success in raising substantial sums from individual and corporate donors.

The charity is looking at building Corporate and High Net Worth relationships. New Corporate, High Net Worth individuals and regular giving support will need to be identified and cultivated.

As the sole fundraiser for the charity the post holder will need to combine a strategic mind-set, with the practical skills of hands-on fundraising. Reporting to Saheli Chief Executive, you will support the organisation achieve its income generation strategy.

The objectives of the role are to:

• Manage and deliver our fundraising strategy in the areas agreed by the trustees
• Raise awareness of the organisation both locally and nationally.
• Oversee fundraising volunteers.

We offer: Employer’s contributory pension scheme, 25 days of annual leave (pro rata), 24/7 Employee Assist programme..

If you are interested, please apply online to email your CV and a covering letter showing how you meet the requirements for the attached job description to Priya Chopra .

This post is subject to satisfactory references and DBS check. Saheli is an equal opportunities employer. This post is open to women only and all women can apply exempt under the sex Discrimination Act 1975 (Amended) (Section 7). Last Date of Application is 10.11.2020

Cruse Bereavement Care, the largest bereavement support organisation in the UK is looking for an excellent Community Fundraising and Engagement Manager to work across the Midlands and East of England.

Despite being a well-established charity, excelling in utilising a vast network of volunteers, the national fundraising programme is still in its infancy. The charity has ambitious plans, and the fundraising team is growing to fund them. It’s a very exciting time to join our new, and already successful, fundraising team.

We’re looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and driven Community Fundraising and Engagement Manager to recruit, inspire and support fundraising supporters and volunteers across this large geographical area- and in turn successfully deliver challenging fundraising targets.  

Lead by the Head of Community and Events Fundraising, you will be responsible for all Community and Events fundraising income in your region, as well the cross selling of other fundraising streams through on the ground engagement. You’ll provide all supporters with a superb experience, helping them feel valued, supported and aware of their impact.

This is a home-based role, living within the Midlands or Eastern England.

This is a full time and permanent role, working 35 hours per week (some weekend and evening work will be required)

A full UK driving licence and permanent access to a car is essential.

Closing date:  Sunday 8th November

Interview date:  Wednesday 11th November

Your application should consist of CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role and should be no longer than two pages.

Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.