Thank you for your interest in the role of Community Fundraising Officer. Please take the time to read the JOB DESCRIPTION and PERSON SPECIFICATION then complete the APPLICATION FORM found on on our website.  Please do not send a CV as we are unable to accept them.

** This posts has become vacant due to growth and internal promotion and previous applicants need not apply.

1. DESIGNATION                 Fundraising Officer
2. HOURS                               36 per week (some planned unsocial hours)
3. SALARY                              NJC Scale 12 - 15 (£21,589 - £22,401) + 5% Pension Contribution
4. LOCATION                         Registered Office, Warrington
5. RESPONSIBLE TO           Head of Fundraising, Community Fundraising Manager
6. ACCOUNTABLE FOR      Fundraising Volunteers
7. PURPOSE OF POST

7.1 To grow PAPYRUS’ community fundraising income by building and maintaining long-term and mutually beneficial relationships with volunteer fundraisers

1. KEY RELATIONSHIPS

PAPYRUS Fundraising team, volunteer fundraisers donors & prospective donors, grant-making trust and foundation representatives and PAPYRUS staff & volunteers

1. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

9.1 To respond to volunteer fundraising enquiries, provide appropriate information and ongoing encouragement via phone, email and letter

9.2 Work closely with other members of the Fundraising team ensure accurate and timely recording of all enquiries, follow-ups and donations, adhering to and within agreed stewardship and data protection protocols

9.3 Liaise with colleagues to ensure all progress reports and evaluations are prepared and completed within the agreed deadlines

9.4 To contribute to the content and updating of information on PAPYRUS website and literature as required

9.5 Respect confidentiality within PAPYRUS policy and manage data appropriately in line with the Data Protection Act 2017.

9.6 Understand relevant duties and manage matters relating to safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults within PAPYRUS policy.

9.7 Attend training courses as required.

10. ADDITIONAL DUTIES - It is the nature of the work of PAPYRUS prevention of young suicides that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff are, therefore, expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises and when tasks not specifically covered in their job description have to be undertaken. These additional duties will normally be to cover unforeseen circumstances or changes in work and they will normally be compatible with the regular type of work. If the additional responsibility or task becomes a regular or frequent part of the member of staff’s job, it will be included in the job description in consultation with the member of staff

11. CONFIDENTIALITY - It is expected that all PAPYRUS employees understand that our work is confidential and that neither details about those who use its services nor any other PAPYRUS business should be divulged to members of the public. A confidentiality agreement must be signed on taking up this post. Further details are outlined in the PAPYRUS Confidentiality Policy

12. BASIC PRINCIPLES - The post holder is expected to be familiar with and have regard to the ethos and values of PAPYRUS and work within that framework. He/she must be prepared to operate without prejudice to all who approach PAPYRUS or work with the organisation at any level

13. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE - Conditions of Service are broadly in line with those set out by the National Joint Council for Local Government Services. PAPYRUS has a probationary period of 6 months for all posts. Appointment to this post may be subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Scheme check

14.   QUALIFICATIONS - See Person Specification

Music, it’s in our DNA. And as the largest music therapy charity in the UK, Nordoff Robbins use the power of music to enrich the lives of people affected by life limiting illness, isolation or disability.

Are you already a fundraising assistant looking to grow in your career?  Maybe you already work in events and want an opportunity to work creatively on new events and fundraising opportunities?  Do you love music and have charity beneficiaries at the heart of everything you do? Then this could be exactly the role you've been looking for.

Working as part of our hugely successful Fundraising and Events team, you will contribute to our Fundraising and Events strategy, helping the charity to reach more people in more places.  You'll administer the day to day delivery of the existing corporate and partnership events portfolio and work with the partnerships team to develop a pipeline of new events/opportunities for the Charity. You'll also be responsible for the operational and logistic delivery of specific corporate event fundraising income streams including our popular Football Tournament, our Challenge Events, our Big Busk and the Charity's Community Choirs. Working with our Partnerships Manager, you'll develop a program of activities that build a stronger supporter/corporate experience.

You'll also be responsible for working cross-organisationally and building a volunteer programme that supports the delivery of the partnerships/corporate events, main event portfolio and DIY activity.

We're looking for someone with a passion for fundraising and events, who is results orientated and able to develop strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders and colleagues.  You'll need to have strong organisational skills, be willing to work creatively as part of a team and have clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.  In return we offer a generous 31 days annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, cycle to work scheme and a range of learning and development opportunities.

Please apply with a CV and cover letter via our website, detailing your interest in the role and how your skills and experience match our requirements (please note applications without a covering letter will not be considered).

Closing date: Midday on Monday 2nd March 2020

Interview date: Thursday 5th March and Friday 6th March 2020

This role is subject to a Basic DBS check

We are a Disability Confident Employer

Fundraising Manager - West of Scotland
Permanent
£26,500 - £31,500 + car allowance + benefits

Location: Home based, covering the West of Scotland. 

Are you positive and results-driven with an impressive track record in fundraising, sales or marketing?

Why do we ask? Because almost one in two people will develop cancer in their lifetime and it’s our aim to raise enough funds to be there for each and every one of them. Regional fundraising already generates over £40m a year across the UK, but we need someone like you to help us raise much more and encourage more people to take part in what we do.

The candidates we are looking for will be experienced in working with and supporting companies and groups, driving new business, confident working independently, equipped with a strategic mindset, focus, drive and enthusiasm, as well as excellent communication and relationship building skills. You will be adept at planning and prioritising to meet the multiple calls on your time. Using all these skills and traits, you'll create and implement an innovative plan - one that maximises our impact in your area and delivers strategic financial and non-financial objectives.

You'll be part of a small West of Scotland area fundraising team, wider regional team, and UK-wide fundraising department, which builds long term sustainable relationships and inspires millions to get involved in improving the lives of people living with cancer.

As a Fundraising Manager in the West of Scotland, you will have a focus on generating new business from existing and new prospects, creating and delivering engagement plans, and managing relationships with companies, groups and associations. Some previous experience of working with the media to recognise and demonstrate how our partners make a real difference would be welcome.

In return for your hard work and impressive results, we commit to actively developing you and our benefits include private medical insurance, life assurance, pension, generous leave, and interest free loans for season tickets and gym membership.

Macmillan’s Fundraising Managers are home-workers who travel within the defined geographical area for their role. This role covers Glasgow, East Renfrewshire, Argyll & Bute, Ayrshire, East and West Dunbartonshire, Renfrewshire, Inverclyde and the G postcodes of North and South Lanarkshire.

You must have a full UK driving licence at the time of application and the work will also require some unsocial and out of hours working. A car allowance is provided. There will be a requirement for flexible working to support evening and weekend events: you will be compensated for this with time off in lieu.

You may have experience of the following: Sales Manager, Regional Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraiser, New Business Manager, Area Sales Manager, Business Development Manager, Marketing Manager, Key Account Manager, Client Relations Manager.

Please click apply to view the full role profile document on our website.

Recruitment process:
First stage interviews planned for 11 March 2020 in Edinburgh. For those successful at the first stage, there will also be second (final) interviews on 17th March in Glasgow.

Regional Fundraising Officer (Legacy Giving)

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

Position: Legacy Giving Officer
Location: Flexible across England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 35 per week
Salary £19,964 to £20,770 depending on skills and experience

Closing date: 05 March 2020
Interview date: TBC

About the role:

We are looking to recruit a Regional Legacy Giving Support Officer to join our regionally based Legacy Fundraising Team.

The Legacy team at Alzheimer’s Society has an enviable track record with income seeing exponential growth over the last 5 years. With Legacy income now accounting for almost 25% of the total income for the organisation, this is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to grow in reputation as leaders in the sector.

The RLGSO provides comprehensive support to the Regional Legacy Giving Manager and their regional team on a wide range of regional legacy giving activities, with the aim of securing future legacy income for the Society. They provide excellent customer care for Legacy supporters and administrative support for the Regional Legacy Giving team, whilst supporting good working relationships within the team and with other Fundraising departments.

About you:

We are looking for a highly organised and enthusiastic individual with excellent attention to detail and a keen interest in providing great supporter stewardship. You will have experience of working in a customer or supporter focused environment, using Microsoft office applications and proven ability to manage your own workload.

You may have experience of the following: Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Executive, Legacy Giving Officer, Sales Executive, Business Development Executive, Fundraising, Donor Management, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, etc.

Local Fundraising Relationship Manager

Homebased – covering East Yorkshire and Hull regions

£27,472 to £29,091 per annum pro-rata

Permanent

This is a fantastic opportunity to join The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association as a Local Fundraising Relationship Manager supporting the East Yorkshire and Hull regions.

This role is homebased and will involve travel within the Community Team area and to team meetings regionally and nationally. Willingness to work unsocial hours in the evening and at weekends including some overnight stays away to attend meetings, training and workshops is required.

The role

As a Local Fundraising Relationship Manager at Guide Dogs, you will develop and implement a local plan as part of the community fundraising strategy delivering significant volunteer-led income through a person-centred approach. You will need to build effective relationships to empower and enable fundraising groups, donors and supporters to identify their fundraising aspirations and create plans to achieve them.

Who we’re looking for

In order to be successful in this role you will need the following skills and experience:

• Experience of professional fundraising or equivalent (e.g. marketing, sales, business development).

• Experience of working to and achieving financial targets and deadlines.

• Experience of increasing income through identifying and delivering new fundraising development opportunities.

• Experience of managing and developing fundraising groups and volunteers

• Excellent relationship manager and motivator of volunteers and fundraisers.

• Ability to take a strategic approach to developing fundraising support in the Community Team area. Ability to self-motivate, prioritise workload and resolve problems and issues.

To find the full list of requirements, please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

Benefits

This role is 19 hours per week offering flexibility on working day arrangements, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year pro-rata. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. 

We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

How to apply

Applications can be made using the online application form. You will need to evidence the criteria as set out in the attached job description. As part of our safer recruitment policy, we do not accept CVs for job applications.

Diversity

Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome, and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from disabled people as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invite to interview for all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding

Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

JOB TITLE: Regional Volunteer & Fundraising Coordinator (East of England)

LOCATION: Home based – East of England- Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire

SALARY BAND: £21,000 - £24,000 Dependent on experience 

JOB TYPE: 12 month contract initially, with expectation of renewal

HOURS: Full-Time with some evenings and weekends (Time Off in lieu given)

Medical Detection Dogs trains dogs to save lives.

We train specialist dogs to detect the odour of human disease, providing life-saving alert assistance dogs to people with complex health problems across the UK and collaborating with other researchers, NHS Trusts and Universities internationally to advance the early diagnosis of disease.

We have an exciting new opportunity to join this small but fast-growing charity that is a world leader in its specialist innovative field.

THE JOB

We are a small charity that punches above its weight.  We receive no statutory funding and rely on the generosity of our many volunteers and supporters who raise awareness of our work and much needed funds. 

The main purpose of this role will be to build and develop local volunteer groups in your region with the aim of increasing both awareness of the charity’s life-saving work and local fundraising.

Your role will be to support, develop and enthuse volunteers and fundraising groups to increase our supporter base and ensure fundraising activity is as effective as possible to achieve maximum income in your region.

We are looking for someone committed, passionate and full of ideas about how to engage with the many different communities and groups who support our work, and to reach new audiences so that our supporter network continues to grow to meet our ambitions.

Reports to: Regional Coordinator Supervisor who reports to the Volunteer Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Develop our community engagement to increase awareness of the charity, the number of volunteers and income in your region

· Embed a volunteer led fundraising approach in your region to increase volunteer support and net income

· Ensure that the volunteering needs of the region are analysed, understood and met through engagement with colleagues

· Regularly review and refine the strategy for meeting that need

Recrutiment, Retention and Engagement of Volunteers

· Engage with established volunteer support groups as well as local communities, groups, societies and businesses in the region building new relationships and strengthening existing ones to raise awareness of MDD with the objective of increasing the number of active volunteers and growing our supporter base

· Create and promote a range of suitable volunteering opportunities to include volunteers from all walks of life

· Work with corporate supporters in the region to encourage employee supported volunteering

· Ensure that all MDD volunteers in the region are properly supported and managed so that they find fulfillment in their role and the needs of the charity are met

· Provide opportunities for volunteers in the region to give feedback and follow up as required

· Deliver induction and training to volunteers in the region

· Work with colleagues across the charity to ensure that volunteers have the resources they need to complete their role

Income Generation and Events

· Manage the relationship with established volunteer support groups in the region, giving them advice and guidance on community fundraising activities and events including the preparation of information that will inspire them to raise awareness and increase fundraising in line with targets

· Monitor and evaluate community events to ensure our limited resources are used to the best effect and that income is maximised

· Work with the Marketing Manager to use local media, the charity website and social media to promote community events and acknowledge specific fundraising achievements

· Provide a consistently high level of support, advice and encouragement to groups and individuals who want to raise funds in aid of MDD

· Assist the Fundraising Manager to maximise income from corporate charity of the year partnerships, supporting them in the local community

Marketing

· Maximise the sale of merchandise products through community events, ensuring that merchandise and promotional material is distributed to volunteers and accounted for

· Collection pots – work with the regional groups to manage all national supermarket and shopping centre collection pot records including ensuring all licenses are organised (if applicable) and ensure that the collection pots are distributed and collected as necessary

· Update the Harlequin CRM database as required to ensure all information on our supporters and their activities on our behalf is as accurate and up to date as possible.

Other tasks or ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager required to ensure the successful running of the charity

PERSON SPECIFICATION

EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

· Experience in a similar role with a national charity where you have a proven track record of raising funds

· Experience of recruiting and managing volunteers

DESIRABLE

· Familiarity with social media

· Experience of giving presentations

· Familiarity with CRM Systems

SKILLS

· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of people

· Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

· Confident presentation skills

· The ability to deal with information in a confident manner and respond with sensitivity

· Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage a variety of tasks

· Good IT skills across a range of MS Office applications

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Inspiring, with a creative streak that helps you to bring ideas and motivate people

• A positive attitude and ability to use initiative and work effectively and efficiently without supervision

• Attention to detail

• Interested and passionate about the work of the charity

• Prepared to work longer days, evenings and weekends on occasion

• Comfortable working in vicinity of dogs

Values & Behaviours

Working at Medical Detection Dogs will be a richly rewarding experience. Our Values & Behaviours encapsulate who we are, what we stand for and what it will feel like to be part of our team:

1. We treat each other with respect and courtesy

2. We act professionally at all times

3. We accept responsibility for our own performance and behaviour

4. We are honest and open in our dealings with each other

5. We are inclusive and open minded

6. We provide a safe space for challenging opinion, behaviour and decisions

7. We give credit when and to whom it is due

8. We support one another in achieving our goals

And of course, we advocate for Medical Detection Dogs whenever we get the chance and we pride ourselves on our role as ambassadors.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

the successful candidate will also be expected to:

- Hold a full UK Driving Licence

- Provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.

- Undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

- Work some evenings and weekends for which time off in lieu will be given

- Initial training and induction will be carried out at Great Horwood.  Accommodation and travelling expenses will be paid

It is anticipated that initial interviews will be via video link and if successful a further interview will be held at Great Horwood w/c 23 March 2020.

TO APPLY: Please send your CV with covering letter 

CLOSING DATE 04 MARCH 2020

Early application is advised as we reserve the right to end the process early subject to the number of applications received.

For the Faith and in the Service of Humanity

ST. JOHN OF JERUSALEM EYE HOSPITAL GROUP

Title: Fundraising Officer

Salary: Circa £28,000 to £33,000 p.a.

Contract length: Permanent

Hours: Full-time
Location: Clerkenwell - London

Closing date: 28th February 2020

St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group (SJEHG) is the only charitable provider of expert eye care in the Palestinian Territories and East Jerusalem. We have been treating patients regardless of their ethnicity, religion, or ability to pay for over 135 years. Our sight-saving work is carried out against challenging and difficult odds to the highest international standards. 

We are looking for an experienced Fundraising Officer to significantly increase the Hospital’s voluntary income, through the development and management of mid-value fundraising appeals and stewardship of mid-level and regular donors. In addition, the post holder will be required to provide finance, event, admin, and communications support to two established fundraising committees.

You must have proven experience in community and events fundraising. You should demonstrate experience in building trusted, long term relationships with donors and volunteers. You should possess a record of achieving income targets, in addition to being familiar with a donor data base and an understanding of data analysis, queries and reports. Experience of working in a charitable organization is desirable.

We offer an attractive benefits package including 25 days of annual leave, pension scheme, life insurance, season ticket loan, and training and development opportunities. We have a dynamic and hardworking employee environment based in a well-equipped attractive building only a5 minutes’ walk away from Barbican and Farringdon station.

The closing date for receipt of application is Friday 28th February 2020. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Head of Business Development

This exciting new role has a wide range of responsibilities, with a principal focus on sustainable business development, effective programme delivery and diversity of income streams. The Head of Business Development will support the CEO with the overall executive leadership and growth of the organisation, articulating and upholding the ethos and expectations of Redcar & Cleveland Voluntary Development Agency. This new position requires an inspirational leader to horizon scan, identify and secure business opportunities that align with and add value to RCVDA.As an ambassador for RCVDA the role will foster a positive culture, ensuring staff at all levels across the organisation are inspired and encouraged to succeed and prosper. The role may require working remotely and some work outside normal office hours.

The individual

You will have exceptional business development experience to assist the CEO in providing ambitious strategic direction across RCVDA group companies.  Previous experience influencing and nurturing successful two-way relationships with key funders, commercial partners and central and local government departments within a business development position is essential.  Additionally, the Head of Business Development will have the experience to formulate original and compelling bid and tender documentation.   Skillset will include, a flexible, resilient and adaptable attitude towards work, with the ability to be creative, innovative and continually motivate and inspire. We would particularly like to hear from those with demonstrable commercial acumen with a track record of developing diverse income streams.  Importantly the successful candidate will embody the values of RCVDA and support the vision and mission of the organisation.

Every day in the UK, 34 young adults are diagnosed with cancer and can face a journey fraught with uncertainty and fear. Trekstock exist to help young adults thrive with, through and beyond a diagnosis of cancer, ensuring that no young adult in the UK faces the disease alone. They deliver physical, practical and social support programmes tailored to the needs of young adults, to give them a better chance of living well through, and beyond cancer.

Whilst small (the current full team is 7, including the office dog, Serge, who is a vital member of the team), they have a growing supporter base, which requires a passionate, energetic and dedicated High Value Fundraising Officer to join the growing team. In the last financial year (18/19) they increased fundraising by 40%, ending the year with a total of c. £450k meaning this financial year’s target currently stands at £500k, which they are well on the way to achieving (year end, May).

This is a hybrid role, working across, in the main Trust and Corporate fundraising, supporting the Head of Fundraising in creating and building a vibrant philanthropic programme. The Head of Fundraising is an exceptional fundraiser, who is helping Trekstock to upscale their offering and the successful candidate will be joining at a time of growth with the recent appointment of a community fundraising officer and communications officer. The board of Trustees is highly engaged and willing to open their contact books providing unrivalled exposure and opportunity for young fundraisers.

Currently, funding is weighted towards community (c.£200k), but the successful applicant will play a key part in re-focusing high value income with a potential team target of c.£280k with an even split between trust and corporate work. Fantastic relationships have already been built with some key foundations and the successful candidate will be expected to manage, grow and replicate these with the ongoing support of the Chief Executive and Head of Fundraising.

Trekstock need a High Value Fundraising Officer to:

• Push the current prospect research, trust and corporate function from ‘desk research’ towards re-engagement, engagement and results

• Work towards a personal target to be decided on appointment, engaging funders (trusts and corporate bodies), who give up to £10,000 • Work with the Head of Fundraising, Chief Executive and Community Fundraiser to drive the strategic engagement of new funders

• Work with the Community and Communications Officers as well as the Service lead to help evolve and grow the project portfolio, with a specific view to capitalising on regional opportunities and small corporate contacts

• Work comfortably across all areas of fundraising, rolling up their sleeves and helping other teams as well as taking on the administrative tasks associated with a small charity

• Support the Head of Fundraising and Chief Executive to deliver a separate, capital project (up to £75k), by delivering bespoke cases for support and other fundraising collateral

The position would best suit:

• A passionate fundraiser, looking to take the next step in the career, learning from a strong, dedicated group of fundraisers, across multiple income streams

• An excellent relationship builder, motivated by maintaining strong links with a small established portfolio of donors as well as generating new income by engaging new funders (a 50:50 split towards portfolio management and new business)

• An exceptional writer with a keen eye for detail

• Someone with experience using database software

• Someone who works well under pressure and in a small team – relishing the opportunity to gain experience in a fast paced, flat structured environment

Deadline for applications is 21st February with interviews 27/28th Feb

Prospectus is excited to be supporting the Vision Foundation in their search for a new Senior Community Fundraising Officer. This is an exciting new position with an innovative, growing organisation.

Vision Foundation has been supporting and speaking out on behalf of blind and partially sighted people across London for close to 100 years. They support their network of other organisations that provide a necessary lifeline and essential resource for London's visually impaired community. Vision Foundation is a values led organisation with an exciting new strategy, which is driving them to achieve more impact than ever before.

As Senior Community Fundraising Officer, you will work closely with the Head of Events and Community to devise, implement and evaluate the community element of the fundraising strategy. You will provide stewardship and support for local volunteers and support and engage local business, groups and associations to secure long-term partnerships. You will also manage two Coin Box Collectors and will be part of an exciting current project to introduce contactless donations in the next year.

You will have previous experience in community fundraising, with evidence of proactively building and growing relationships with local business, groups and individuals. You will be confident in your role and will be looking for an opportunity to perhaps take on new responsibilities in line management, strategy involvement and bringing your own ideas in community fundraising to life.

You will be part of a supportive team with plenty of opportunities to continuously develop your skills and experience. The organisation offers flexible working opportunities amongst other benefits.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance and begin to prepare your supporting statement. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to speaking with you soon.

Key Responsibilities

• To develop and deliver an innovative and high quality fundraising strategy for community, individual and corporate support to maximise income and meet fundraising targets
• To develop, manage and deliver the income and expenditure budget for community, individual and corporate fundraising
• To raise awareness in the community of South Bucks Hospice and its work
• To build relationships in the community though proactive networking and community events
• To develop and manage prospect research and pipeline management
• To manage and motive fundraising volunteers to support the achievements of the fundraising objectives
• To manage the process of administration of donations, maintaining accurate fundraising records and ensuring the effectiveness of the fundraising database
• To motivate, manage, support and lead the effectiveness of the fundraising team

The main responsibilities are:

Key Result Areas

• To proactively working in the community to develop and foster relationships with new supporters identifying key local supporters and those with influence in community
• Form, nurture and maintain excellent relationships with existing supporters and volunteers to develop their contribution to the hospice including through supporting/attending local events
• To grow the number of corporate, individual and community supporters to maximise the potential of these partnerships
• To implement robust strong stewardship of supporters to ensure excellent supporter retention is achieved
• To create new and develop existing fundraising campaigns
• To develop , manage and deliver a community events programme aimed at inviting the local community into the hospice
• To grow a network of proactive and engaged volunteer supporters who are able to fundraise on behalf of South Bucks Hospice and represent South Bucks Hospice as speakers and at events
• To devise project plans, marketing plans, timelines and budgets for each of the community, individual and corporate income streams
• To be responsible for the recording and flow of donor and fundraising information through effective use of the fundraising database and internal and external reporting requirements
• To utilise, oversee and maximise the use of all communication platforms to promote fundraising and the work of South Bucks Hospice, including press, website and the social media
• To develop fundraising material and literature to support fundraising and the promotion of the hospice and its work
• To review, develop and implement fundraising processes and procedures to ensure that best practice is achieved.
• To keep up to date with best practice in fundraising and ensure compliance with latest legislation

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 clients

• Pro-active and responsive to requirements to clients 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 fundraising

• 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

• Any qualifications needed with minimum of two years’ experience within a similar position.

• Good understanding of fundraising regulations and standards

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

• Excel and Word skills

• Punctual and presentable

• Good team player

• Willing to learn

• Effective Communications with colleagues and Management team

• Calm temperament under pressured conditions

• Willingness to travel to clients locations

• Customer Service focussed

We are a young and ambitious charity with a strong brand identity whose vision is built around providing services to support families bereaved of a child and raising awareness of the importance of organ donation. We are searching for an outstanding Fundraising and Events Manager who can bring a new dynamic to our vision and is excited by the opportunity of growing with us as a charity. The ideal candidate will need to be highly motivated and creative, with management experience in the charity sector and a proven track record of success. A ‘can do’ attitude is essential along with outstanding organisational skills and experience of running excellent events.

The Bodie Hodges Foundation

Fundraising and Events Manager

Reporting to: Bereavement Projects Manager

Hours: 37.5

Salary: 30,000-32,000 Depending on experience

Base: Working from our Blaby Offices, Blaby Civic Centre.

Application Information

Please include a covering letter of no more than 2 sides explaining why you would like the role of Fundraising & Events Manager and what experience and qualities you will bring to the role. Please also include a CV.

Closing Date: 28/02/2020 -12.00pm

Phone Interviews: w/c 02/03/2020

Interviews: TBC

WHO WE ARE

The Bodie Hodges Foundation was formed in 2013 and supports families bereaved of a child.  In addition to our primary service, we are also dedicated to raising the awareness of the importance of organ donation. Our vision is to give hope to families bereaved of a child by providing a range of services that support grieving families and encourage them to rebuild and remember.

JOB ROLE SUMMARY

This management role will implement our fundraising strategy to ensure that our income meets the needs of the services and projects within the organisation.  The role will be responsible for increasing donations, working with corporate clients and developing and organising established and new events to support the financial stability of the organisation. 

This role would suit somebody with drive and determination. Our goals for the charity are ambitious and so we are looking for somebody with a will to achieve. You will need to be prepared to grow and develop your role as the charity evolves.  We are an exciting and fast-moving charity to be involved with.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountability for implementing the fundraising strategy to ensure that income meets the needs of services
• Develop and grow relationships with corporate partners and donors
• Develop and account manage our ‘Team Bodie Business’ project(s) and grow its presence across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
• Use marketing to enhance the offline and online presence of the charity
• Responsible for writing fundraising literature to increase appeal to our audiences
• Manage and develop existing annual events and develop new events to add to the calendar
• To produce post-event evaluations and future recommendations for all activities
• To manage corporate and donor fundraising administration ensuring that all donations and income is recorded correctly, tracked and acknowledged
• To confidently present the key messages of the charity and encourage support via a variety of media including, conversations, networking, presentations, written literature, social media, particularly Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.
• Develop an online newsletter and regular e-communication to our shareholders
• Ensure that all our supporters, donors and volunteers as well as the general public have a great experience and feel valued whenever they interact with us
• Analyse donor and donation growth
• To take a pro-active approach to identifying new, effective and imaginative funding streams
• Work with the Bereavement Projects Manager and Founder to create a Team Bodie Community
• Work within financial regulations of the organisation and be responsible for the marketing and events budget
• To manage the corporate partners and events database, keep it up to date and utilise this to increase our supporters
• To be prepared to represent the charity with public speaking and presentations
• Support the team in the management of our events and attending networking events - this will require the candidate to work some evenings and weekends.
• For the candidate to be flexible in their duties, to support the growth of the charity over the coming months and years

Personal Specification Essential criteria

Education, Training and Development - Desirable

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Fundraising qualification or be prepared to work towards one
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Knowledge and Experience - Essential

Abilities

• A minimum of 2 years successful service in a similar role with a proven track record of successful fundraising
• Experience of running events in a corporate and community setting
• Proven ability to create, deliver and continually review fundraising activities
• Project Management experience
• Account Management experience
• Open and clear communication
• A self-motivator; To work to own deadlines, manage own diary and workload
• To set clear professional boundaries and communicate these clearly
• An ability to work with precision

Personal Qualities

• Self-Motivated, positive attitude and ability to turn an idea into an action
• Build rapport easily and with all levels of stakeholders with those they meet in a professional manner
• A can-do attitude
• Be a Team Player
• Dynamic
• Ambitious
• Charismatic

Terms and Conditions

> The post holder will need to have own transport with mileage paid at 35p.

> A workplace pension is available to the successful candidate; employee contribution up to 5%, employer 3%.

> Holiday entitlement of 26 days, plus 8 bank holidays. (this includes a week between Christmas and New Year and Your Birthday) 

> The successful candidate will need to have a Standard DBS and provide us with two references.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Manchester Foundation Trust’s award winning Charity Team for a Community Fundraising Officer.

Manchester Foundation Trust Charity, recently voted Fundraising Charity of the Year at the 2019 National Fundraising Awards, supports excellence in the treatment, research and care at the nine hospitals within the Trust, including Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital.  We have recently successfully delivered an ambitious investment strategy that has grown fundraised income by 100% over a period of three years.

Be inspired and motivated every day by working with our wonderful supporters, many of whom are saying thank you for the excellent care they or a family member has received. You will support fundraisers organising their own event, as well as working on several fundraising events organised by the charity. As a member of the charity team, not only will you be moved by our supporters’ stories, you will help make a difference each and every day.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, outgoing individual who is target driven and enjoys working with people to help them get the very best from their fundraising.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services.

We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialised services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology, Cancer, Paediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology and Genomic Medicine.

Our vision is to improve the health and quality of life of our diverse population by building an organisation that:

• Excels in quality, safety, patient experience, research, innovation and teaching
• Attracts, develops and retains great people
• Is recognised internationally as a leading healthcare provider

Refugee Women Connect (RWC) is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all members of the community. Due to the nature of the work of the charity this role is open to women only (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).

Job Purpose

• To proactively seek out funding opportunities and meet fundraising targets
• Manage and deliver our fundraising strategy.

Main Duties and Areas of Responsibility

• Manage the fundraising strategy and budget and ensure fundraising targets are met. The target is £46,000.
• To develop a deep understanding of RWC  work and values, so as to identify key matches with external donors.
• Create a ‘Case for Support’ with evidence, impact data and case studies to assist with fundraising activities. 
• To generate income from a range of donors, across a number of projects to agreed targets, this includes for example, local businesses, universities and students, regular givers and small grant applications.
• To increase the number of regular givers and develop that programme.
• Stewarding donors and supporters.
• Produce monthly performance reports that include reporting on all income.
• Support the Head of Policy and Advocacy in developing a communications strategy which will in turn assist fundraising by raising awareness of RWC’s work.
• Represent the organisation locally and nationally though networking, attending meetings and presentations.
• Implement and monitor progress of fundraising strategy.
• Lead on account management of existing donors (providing regular contact, updates and required reports).
• To assist the Office Manager in the recruitment, interviewing of and support of volunteer fundraisers as needed.
• With the rest of the team develop a strategy for gifts in kind.
• Ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations as stated in RWC employee handbook.
• Further responsibilities relevant to and commensurate with the role of the fundraiser as required by the CEO.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Institute of Fundraising  - Certificate in Fundraising, or significant experience.
• Experience of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases.
• A proven track record of  successful fundraising in the charity sector.
• Proven ability to manage and develop relationships.
• Proven experience of  thinking, developing and delivering “strategically”.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to plan, balance and cope with competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to plan and deliver presentations.
• Highly motivated and ability to work alone and  as part of a team.
• Good diplomatic skills.
• Able to work flexibly, from time to time the job may involve evenings, early mornings or weekends.
• Use of a car and a valid driving licence is essential to this role.
• Successful candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check.

Please apply by submitting a CV and  Covering Letter.