We are seeking a proactive, flexible, driven, and organised person to support our fundraising and communication activities. This role will be integral to the growth and development of our work and in supporting our members. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to develop their skills, gain valuable experience, and develop a career in the not-for-profit sector.

About the role

This role will report to the Chief Executive. The post holder will look to secure income from different income streams (including individuals and organisations) through grants as well as donations, and to deliver communications with members and stakeholders to support funding needs as well as raise the profile of ILPA and our work:

40% - Trusts & Foundations and Lottery (& other grantmakers)

50% - Communications (includes Social Media)

10% - Corporate and Individual Giving (includes Major Donors)

We have a successful portfolio with trusts and foundations including, Paul Hamlyn Foundation and Trust for London. You will be supported by the Chief Executive to continue managing these big bids and developing new project bids for the future.

About you

The ideal candidate will be proactive and self-motivated to achieve success, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. You will be experienced in charity fundraising, including grants/trusts.  You will have experience in communication management, as well as the design and execution of suitable communication material including the drafting and preparing of grant requests/proposals.  You will have had demonstrable success at engaging people to a cause and motivating giving and knowledge and understanding of how to utilise social media to develop ILPA’s brand and social media standing

You will be responsible for the fundraising for IAF including raising funds from all appropriate mediums including; trusts and foundations, statutory sources/ contracts, events, corporate, and individuals/legacy etc.

The successful candidate will be excellent at engaging with funders, stakeholders, local businesses and the public and will be confident communicating verbally and in written media. They will have experience of fundraising for a charity and experience of utilizing social media for this purpose. Interpersonal skills are paramount as we need an individual who will be able to work confidently across the staff team and with a range of stakeholders and young people to achieve the best results. A creative and forward thinking person who aims to promote IAF services to stakeholders, young people and potential partners.

This is an exciting and challenging role for a highly motivated, dynamic and creative individual who is passionate about helping young people make positive changes in their lives. IAF are looking for an enthusiastic and driven professional who will relish challenges laid at their feet, and are able to work independently.

The Inspire and Achieve Foundation is a small, thriving, Nottinghamshire based charity that does everything it can to help unemployed young people aged 16-26 into positive outcomes and into employment. We are a dedicated and ethically driven team that puts the needs of the young person at the heart of all our provision. We are looking for ‘can-do’ employees who are passionate, enthusiastic, have empathy and integrity, who are hard-working (go above and beyond), and who have a demonstrable passion for helping young people.

Our provision includes outreach work (sports and social), one to one mentoring/work coaching, and training programmes (inc. the Prince’s Trust Team Programme). We are based in Mansfield, Ashfield, Worksop and in Nottingham City. This role will be based in Mansfield with occasional travel to other sites. Remote working will be considered for the right candidate.

We believe that where there is a will there is a way, and we believe young people deserve a second chance. If you are passionate about helping young people who have had a difficult start to their lives then come and be part of the journey 

This post of Fundraising Officer is to be employed by the Inspire and Achieve Foundation to lead the fundraising activity for IAF programmes and projects across Nottinghamshire. 

Key Relationships to be managed:

• Funders/ supporters/ stakeholders
• IAF Staff Team
• Young people on programmes
• Partners/ Referral and Support Agencies
• Local community businesses and organisations
• Media (as appropriate and agreed by Senior Management Team)

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Identify and write fundraising applications to a variety of sources.
• Organize fundraising activities and events.
• Devise and implement fundraising campaigns.
• Promote IAF via available mediums such as social media/web.
• Liaising with stakeholders and building new stakeholder relationships.
• Complete monitoring and feedback forms for funders.
• Identify and write case studies that promote IAF’s profile.
• Support the management of public facing platforms e.g. social media including reacting to interactions.
• Uphold IAF core values and visions.
• Provide feedback as appropriate to funders in order to develop strong working relations.
• Report to Senior Management Team regular, accurate position statements and forecasts in order to support effective informed decision making.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, paper and electronic, as required by IAF, partners or external funding contracts and in line with IAF’s data protection policy
• Compliance with IAF’s policies
• Attend all necessary internal/external training courses and management/steering group meetings as required.
• Support the wider work of the charity whenever available

Reporting Responsibilities:

• Reports to Director/ Senior Management Team
• To supply information as required by IAF.

37 hours per week

ABOUT LAUNCHPAD

Based in central Reading, Launchpad provides vital information and support for vulnerable individuals, couples and families in Reading who do not have a stable place to live or are at risk of losing their home.  Founded as a soup kitchen in 1979 by students at the University of Reading, the charity now provides a holistic service that works in three ways – we prevent homelessness, provide homes and rebuild lives.

Launchpad has remained open throughout the pandemic, our teams working tirelessly to ensure extremely vulnerable people in Reading continue to receive the help they desperately need.  But this work won’t stop when the lockdown eases – we anticipate there will be even more people in housing crisis because of issues such as evictions, redundancy and mental health. 

THIS ROLE

This is a brand new role at Launchpad for someone interested in starting a career in fundraising. You will play a big part in supporting Launchpad’s vital work over the coming year. In this role you will be a vital member of the Fundraising team, building our community of supporters, and your work will have a real impact on local people in need.

You will be the first point of contact for the team, and your customer service skills will ensure that good relations are maintained with all Launchpad supporters and they receive the best supporter care experience.

You will own the financial administration and recording of income received into the fundraising portfolio so are confident with numbers and the recording of financial information.

You have experience and knowledge of using a CRM system, and have excellent attention to detail and strong administrative skills with an ability to prioritise, manage a varied workload and work to deadlines.

To apply, please visit our website where you will find more information and details on how to apply.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday, 7 July and interviews will be held on Thursday, 15 July .

Whilst appointments will always be made on the merits of the application and performance in the selection process, Launchpad is committed to achieving greater diversity, inclusion and equity in our workforce – and actively encourages and welcomes applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, beliefs or disability.

• Work with our Chief Officer, Finance Officer, Volunteer Co-ordinator, Media Officer & Training Officer to identify funding priorities.
• Identify the key strengths and selling points of WLCC
• Develop and implement a Fundraising/ Bid Writing, including campaigns and a Bid Writing Strategy
• Develop and deliver a programme of initiatives to maximise income, including regular giving, legacies, and in-memory giving
• Development of a grants & fundraising approach to resource the work of WLCC
• Lead on researching funders that might support WLCC.
• Assist with budgets and financial projections.
• Coordinate applications for funds.
• Lead and Coordinate the bid writing process for grant applications.
• Lead or support smaller grant applications.
• Provide periodic updates on fundraising results.
• Review and manage proposals and budgets for new projects.
• Build relationships with new and existing funders.
• Identify key decision-makers in grant-making bodies and ensure they are aware of our work.
• Communicate regularly with funders to ensure that they are aware of our successes.
• Work with potential major donors
• Work with senior staff to draft donor narrative and financial reports.
• Lead on donor communications and ensure the team delivers this effectively across all digital channels

Reporting & Monitoring

• Provide monthly monitoring and reporting on grant income to review and monitor budget targets.
• Ensure funds are spent appropriately and promptly.
• Ensure grant reporting and monitoring satisfies funder needs.
• Maintain and manage fundraising records.
• Draft organisational reports to high quality, on time.
• Work closely with all stakeholders to obtain case studies, as well as record and monitor results against agreed outcomes.
• Ensure project milestones and plans are delivered on time.
• Develop work plans, timetables, and deadlines to achieve deliverables.
• Review all project information to be included in donor reports.
• Lead donor-facing meetings to provide project updates when required.

• Participate actively in regular team meetings.
• Support the Team in the delivery of their work.
• Provide data for quarterly reports to the Chief Officer and Board of Trustees.
• Participate in organisational activities and events.
• Any other tasks required to ensure the smooth running of WLCC.

Person Specification

Essential
 

• Fundraising experience with grants and Charity
• Track record of achieving financial targets and budget management
• Experience in growing relationships with funders & bid writing
• Ability to identify strengths, listen to Charity’s priorities, and create funding priorities.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation that can be used to report on grants to funders.
• Ability to prioritise competing priorities, work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
• Commitment to the aims of WLCC

Desirable
 

• Knowledge of the funding situation in the UK, including an understanding of the social, political, and human rights issues.
• Knowledge of the Carer Act 2014 & The families and Children’s Act 2014
• The ability to write content for a variety of media.
   

Note

This document does not attempt to describe all the tasks performed. It will be open to periodic review and as a minimum will take place annually as part of the appraisal process and as a result, alterations and additions may be made.

Person Specification – Fundraiser & Bid Writer

Attributes Required (based on job requirements)

Qualifications

• Educated to level 5 (e.g. degree) or equivalent experience
• Minimum level 2 (e.g. GCSE) qualification in numeracy and literacy
• IT qualification or equivalent experience

• Certificate of Institute of Fundraising
• Relevant further study

Application Form Certificates

Experience

• Third sector fundraising & bid experience

• Good understanding of direct marketing principles and experience in managing direct marketing campaigns
• Experience in manipulation, interpretation, and analysis  of quantitative data

• Maintaining database records

• Experience in relationship management software

• Experience in fundraising
• Experience in legacy fundraising
• Experience in using Microsoft Teams

Application Form Interview References

Skills & knowledge

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including report and creative writing

• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
• Excellent influencing and negotiating skills

• Knowledge of the local area
• Knowledge of regulatory environment for fundraising from individuals including data protection, Gift Aid, and fundraising codes of practice and regulation

Personal Qualities

• Highly motivated; calm attitude; can demonstrate initiative; a team player who can demonstrate a positive and flexible approach along with an understanding of the charitable ethos and of working with volunteers.

• Willingness to be hands-on and ability to mix with all sections of the community.

• Highly empathetic and diplomatic when dealing with people in vulnerable and difficult situations.

• Confident and able to work to stretching financial targets, prioritising work, and meeting deadlines.

Job title: Regional Fundraising Officer 

Location: Based remotely in the UK

Responsible to: Head of Engagement 

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum FTE 

Roles available:       3 

Why us?  

Speakers for Schools are a dynamic, swift-moving and fast-growing charity. We are on a mission to support a million young people across the UK annually by 2023. Having taken the first steps on the road to achieving this, our team has doubled in size in the past year. This has supported 278% growth in our Experience programme and 10% growth in our Inspiration programme during the past 12 months.

We want to level the playing field, making sure that all young people can access inspirational opportunities and experiences to fuel their ambition.

We are united and unique in our mission to transform lives through raising aspirations of millions of young people every year. Each year, 1,500 senior leaders, celebrities and industry experts deliver a difference to by sharing their story with students in schools and colleges in every corner of the UK. We connect employers such as Disney, The Bank of England, Spotify PwC and almost two hundred others to communities to provide access to the top opportunities for all across the UK. With us, you will be part of inspiring a generation to reach higher, broaden horizons and get equal access to the top.

To keep growing our charity and our impact, we need top talent and we are committed to treasuring, developing and supporting them to thrive within their roles. 

Role Summary 

We are seeking motivated and ambitious Regional Fundraising Officers.We have a big ambition, and our fundraising targets reflect this ambition, our ideal candidates can demonstrate a track record of fundraising with a particular focus on corporate and community group fundraising. You will have strong networking and presenting skills and understanding the importance of delivering exceptional stewardship to maximise income and long-term partnerships. An understanding of local and trust opportunities would also be an advantage.

Reporting to the Head of Engagement, with a dotted line reporting to the Regional Fundraising Lead, you will be proficient at planning and prioritising multiple calls on time and be able to work independently towards financial and non-financial targets and KPI’s. A Strategic thinker, you will use your understanding of the region and fundraising experience to develop and deliver and exciting strategy that will drive fundraising and embed Speakers for Schools into the communities it serves.

Key Duties / Responsibilities 

• Develop and broaden regional corporate partnerships. 

• Research, identify and develop relationships with key stakeholders and supporters across the region. 

• Work with the Head of Engagement (and their teams) and the Regional Fundraising Lead to develop local campaigns and bespoke compelling case for support. 

• Ensure all enquiries are followed through in a timely and professional manner. 

• Update Salesforce and ensure all activity is compliant with data protection, policies and procedures.

• Identify new fundraising events and opportunities to attract new audiences who align to our ambition.

• Provide monthly reports to the Head of Engagement and Regional Fundraising Lead.
   

Education / Experience / Knowledge 

Essential:  

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a keen eye for detail 

• Excellent research skills 

• Strong track record in delivering to tight deadlines 

• Excellent organisational and project management skills 

• Evidence of good negotiation skills 

• Highly computer literate, with particular experience of using Microsoft Office packages including Word and Excel 

• Excellent presentation skills 

• Able to work in a team and on own initiative 

• Ability to build successful relationships with all Stakeholders. 

Desirable:

• Fundraising experience 

• Events management experience

• Relevant experience in corporate communications, stakeholder management and other relationship building activities 

• Experience in report writing 

• Experience using Salesforce 

We are looking forward to holding video interviews through June 2021 and appointing our Regional Fundraising Officers swiftly so we can start delivering a difference in July and beyond. You must have the right to work in the UK without visa restriction to be considered. 

Benefits offered at Speakers for Schools: 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 

• Morning of your birthday off

• Pension scheme

• CharlieHR perks

• Perkbox

• £500 a year training allowance

Diversity at our core  

At Speakers for Schools, we are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating discrimination. Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

We welcome applications from all, including those where employment has been affected by Covid19 and those seeking to change careers. Diversity if at our core, join us. 

How to apply:   

Please apply as soon as possible submitting your CV and a one page covering letter which outlines your specific interest and ability to successfully fill this role, as well as your salary expectations and current notice period.

Appointees are subject to a successful DBS check, as contact with young people is likely.

Please note, if you do not provide a covering letter your application will not be considered.  

The Journey to joining Speakers for Schools: 

Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received, before the closing date, and will take place over Microsoft Teams. We may appoint before this date depending on applications. 

The closing date for this role is Friday 25th June. 

Our new team member will start ASAP. 

If you have not heard from us two weeks after the closing date, please presume your application has been unsuccessful.

Location: Home based initially, then flexible work considered for London office.

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Salary: £70-75,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Ovarian Cancer Action is seeking a Director of Fundraising to deliver and grow a multi-million pound fundraising portfolio to generate the funds for vital research that brings them closer to making ovarian cancer a survivable disease.

Other cancers such as breast cancer had better survival rates two generations ago than ovarian cancer does today; it is the UK’s deadliest gynaecological disease, yet over 90% of women can’t name the four main symptoms. With five-year survival rates at just 43%, the charity has a big job to do to make a real difference for women today and generations to come.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, this role will lead and inspire the strategic, financial and operational management of the charity’s fundraising function to significantly increase income in line with agreed targets across all channels and income streams. As part of the Leadership Team you will also develop and guide the strategic direction of Ovarian Cancer Action, ensuring they achieve their organisational goals and performance targets.

The charity is seeking candidates who can drive innovation and fundraising excellence, making data-driven decisions to support growth. The role will involve developing the organisation’s fundraising portfolio, devising and delivering a cross organisational donor-acquisition strategy and playing a lead role in cultivating and stewarding significant donor relationships.

The successful candidate will have experience and a successful track record in growing income streams and meeting ambitious income targets across a wide range of fundraising areas. They will also have experience of working at a senior level in a role which requires an organisation-wide, cross-functional strategic perspective on issues, challenges and opportunities.  Finally, they will need to be commercially astute with strong influencing skills to inspire and empower their team.

Should you require an informal conversation prior to applying to this role, please contact Suzie Spooner  at AAW Partnership on +44 (0) 7960 932 315

The role

As Fundraising Officer (Supporter Development) you will be responsible for the development of our supporter development income streams, including individual giving, legacies and in memory giving. You will manage the promotion of these, coordinating appeals across multiple channels, as well as the administration and stewardship required to ensure excellent supporter journeys. You’ll be the key coordinator for the distribution and sales of our Christmas Cards as well as for our public fundraising collections, recruiting and liaising with volunteers throughout the year.

You'll be joining a small but friendly and committed team, dedicated to building lasting relationships with The Lullaby Trust's amazing supporters and raising the income needed to ensure we can continue our vital, life-saving work.

This role is currently a 9 month fixed term contract but with the potential to extend. The post is for 21 hours a week and will be home based until we are back working in our Head Office in central London, when occasional travel to the office may be required for meetings. An even spread of hours across the working week would be preferable, although this can be discussed at interview.

About You

We’re looking for a self-motivated individual with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to fantastic supporter care. You’ll be equally as happy carrying out thorough administrative processes as you are chatting to donors on the phone.

The ideal candidate will have experience of building individual giving income streams and/or working in a supporter care focused role. You will have strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrable experience of creating engaging, persuasive appeal copy. A positive, determined attitude and willingness to get stuck in will be key, as will your compassion for our bereaved beneficiaries and supporters.

A bit about us

The Lullaby Trust is a leading charity that provides specialist support for bereaved families, promotes expert advice on safer baby sleep and raises awareness of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Our work has led to a reduction of more than 80% in the rate of SIDS since 1991. We are working towards a future where no baby dies suddenly or unexpectedly.

Fundraising Assistant in the Latymer Foundation Office

For August 2021

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic team player to develop a career in Fundraising within a successful, dynamic and friendly team.

The Latymer Foundation has been an educational charity since 1624. Given the success of our current Inspiring Minds Campaign for bursaries and the subsequent increase in Latymer’s donor community, which will continue to grow in the lead up to our 400th anniversary celebrations, a need has arisen for this new role.

Under the direction of the Appeals Manager, and working closely with several members of the Foundation Office team, you will help with all aspects of fundraising. The particular focus of this role is on donor stewardship and the preparation of appeal communications across multiple platforms and in a variety of formats.

This position will give you an in-depth understanding of development and fundraising in education. As such, it might suit a recent graduate who is looking to develop the skills needed to progress in this field.

Salary circa £23,000 per annum.

To apply, and discover more about the role and our attractive staff benefits package, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday, 22 June 2021

Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 29 June 2021

Safeguarding - The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and receipt of two satisfactory references.

Equal Opportunities – The School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We seek to attract and retain the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body truly reflects the diversity of our students and local community. We are seeking to increase applications from underrepresented groups and, in particular, those from BAME community. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process and will be in line with the Equality Act 2010.

We are looking for a Fundraising Manager to implement our charity’s fundraising strategy, increasing our fundraised income to support our future sustainability and all areas of our charitable activities.

During the Covid pandemic, Play to the Crowd launched a hugely successful Survival Fundraising Appeal. The Fundraising Manager will play a key role in continuing to develop those relationships, growing our membership base and attracting funds from other sources.

The full job description is attached below. To apply, click on the link, which will redirect you to our website.

Closing date: Monday 24 May, 9am

Interviews: Thursday 3 June

Why work for The Bridge? Maybe you’ve known someone suffer without help, or perhaps you’re tired of seeing the same new stories about homelessness? Join us and you can help change lives.

Everyone at The Bridge has heaps of energy and positivity, and we are lucky to say we start every day knowing we can make a difference to local people. We are a small charity, but we’re also a close-knit family that’s organised, focussed and driven.

There are loads of great benefits to working for The Bridge, such as the extra holiday days or the flexible working. However, these benefits are not why you join in the first place... Or why you stay. From day one you’ll receive all the training you need. Here, helping you develop your career and skills is a top priority. We value you, partly because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it really helps you achieve what you came to The Bridge for: changing other people’s lives for the better.

This role, responsible for both individual and corporate fundraising, is a fantastic opportunity to play a key part in the development and growth of The Bridge (East Midlands), at a time of exciting changes and expansion.

The charity works to prevent and relieve homelessness across Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland. We pride ourselves on our person-centred approach and we are continually striving to improve, develop and create services to improve the lives of local people: your purpose will be to seek, identify and complete funding opportunities for us to continue our work.

You will be expected to consistently seek new funding opportunities and be pre-emptive of the needs of The Bridge; maintaining a pipeline of grant and trust funders and creating relationships where possible will be a key part of this role. We anticipate the post-holder to have an organised and detail-orientated mind to complete this.

At such a crucial time of growth for the organisation, you will need to remain organised and on-top of the administration of our systems and processes, so that no opportunity goes missed and no funder goes without proper stewardship. Furthermore, you will be expected to liaise with these grant funders regularly, and so a respectful, personable, and engaging manner is needed. A fantastic understanding of written communications will be needed to create funding applications, Cases for Support and donor relations that are powerful, persuasive and achieve much needed income.

With a pro-active and creative outlook, you will also lead on all Community Fundraising (individual and corporate), working closely with the Communications and Engagement Officer to ensure that fundraising campaigns are completed successfully and that donation targets are met. This sense of teamwork will be incredibly important, as you will be offering support to other colleagues when necessary, such as for larger tenders.

For more information on this fantastic opportunity, you can contact Paul Snape, Deputy Chief Officer.

Are you a proactive fundraiser with a proven track record in securing mutually beneficial corporate partnerships, with at least one year of fundraising experience? Do you have a flexible approach to new ideas and innovations? 

We are looking to scale-up our newly started charity (1189737) to ensure we can deliver on our planned impact. We are seeking a fundraiser to join our close-knit team to make their own mark as part of this innovative and dynamic charity. 

Drawing on the charity’s excellent networks, as well as through your own research, you will create and manage a pipeline of companies across a range of sectors who can be approached for funding.

This is an exciting time of growth and organisational development for the Healthcare Workers' Foundation (HWF). We are building several large-scale and innovative fundraising strategies. We are looking for a talented individual to build strong, long-term relationships with corporate and business partners to help the charity generate the income needed to achieve its goals.

HWF was founded by NHS workers for NHS workers. We exist to support the welfare and wellbeing of those tirelessly fighting to keep us healthy and safe during the pandemic and beyond. Through the public’s donations, we can deliver free mental and physical wellbeing support to healthcare workers across the UK, including counselling therapy, childcare grants, well-being rooms and support through our families programme.

The Fundraising Officer will play a vital role in expanding our corporate initiatives, supporting volunteer fundraisers and securing community donations.

Job Responsibilities

Fundraising Duties

- To support the fundraising team to fulfil the annual target fundraising KPI

- To pro-actively support, co-ordinate and deliver fundraising campaigns that support the aims and ethos of HWF, in conjunction with the wider social media and comms team.

- To explore new and innovative digital fundraising sources

- To encourage and nurture external community fundraisers

- To help in maintaining CRM, grant applications and fundraising donation mechanisms

Partnerships Duties

- To be pro-active in outreach to corporate partners to explore donations and partnerships

- To build discounts with businesses to add to the HealthChain platform

- To support our Ambassador roster and liase with them to co-ordinate fundraising activities and influencer donation campaigns

- To work with all of our online payment providers including BANKED and the FairPay initiative

Person Specification

Essential

1 Knowledge and experience of fundraising in the charity sector

2 Corporate/partnerships experience

3 Project management experience

4 Confident working knowledge and experience of databases

5 High level of accuracy and attention to detail

6 Good communication skills, both written and verbal, in person and by phone

7 Good interpersonal skills and ability to build a strong rapport with colleagues and grant holders

8 Ability and motivation to deliver high-quality work

9 Highly organised with the ability to multi-task

10 Flexible approach to managing and prioritising workload

11 Confidence in dealing with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities

12 Systematic approach to work, seeking to improve systems, processes and information

Desirable

13 Experience of working in a start-up environment

How to apply

Please send a covering letter (1-page max.) and CV (2 pages max) The closing date for applications is the 17th July, we will screen and interview candidates as suitable candidates apply.

HWF is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person that they are. We warmly welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting adults with their mental health and wellbeing and can inspire others to do the same.

It is not necessary to have previous fundraising experience although a passion for the charity sector and some personal experience of fundraising (e.g. holding a coffee morning or fundraising for a run) is beneficial. It is essential to understand the importance of building relationships with people and be confident in communicating with a wide variety of people. You also need to have strong writing skills and an understanding of the demographics and communities within Surrey.

Mary Frances Trust has been very successful in securing statutory funding for our work, we are well respected locally and known for our high-quality services. We are now looking to recruit a fundraising officer to develop our unrestricted income. 

As this role is a ‘sole fundraiser’ role, good project management skills would be an advantage and you need to be prepared to travel around the county to meet potential supporters.

Role Responsibilities

To implement and develop the fundraising strategy. This includes:

• Identify, initiate, and develop relationships with community supporters such as schools, faith and community groups.

• Develop and promote fundraising events and activities to engage with supporters.

• Identify and make initial contact with local businesses to encourage staff fundraising and charity of the year partnerships.

• Support any local businesses with their fundraising activities.

• Research trusts and foundations to apply to for funding.

• Work with team members to write funding applications.

• Encourage donations and direct debits.

• Work with the administration team to ensure all donations are thanked.

• Communicate with and ‘steward’ donors to encourage continued support.

• Promote legacy fundraising and in memory giving.

• Use a database to accurately record donations.

• Work with the communication lead to promote fundraising activities on social media and in MFT newsletters.

• Work with volunteers to offer fundraising opportunities.

About MFT:

Mary Frances Trust has been supporting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of adults (16+) in Surrey since 1994. We support Surrey residents for as long as they need our help, inspiring them to find ways to restore and maintain their mental wellbeing. We work hard to challenge mental health stigma and promote emotional self-care. We cover the Mole Valley, Epsom & Ewell, Banstead, Elmbridge areas of Surrey. We offer one to one support, wellbeing courses, physical activities, interest groups, advice and information and crisis support among other services. 

Essential Skills/ Person Specification:

To achieve the objectives of this role, the post-holder must have the people accessing the service’s needs at the fore at all times and use the agreed set of values and skills to underpin their day-to-day work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Commitment to undertake continuing professional development.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in fundraising or customer facing roles.
• Experience writing formal documents such as funding applications or reports.
• Demonstrable ability to develop relationships with Corporate partners and Trusts.
• Understanding of the charity sector.
• Project management experience.

VALUES

• The post-holder must at all times work to the values and principles of Mary Frances Trust and follow the policies and procedures of the organisation.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent communication and presentation skills required to build relationships with potential donors.
• Excellent written skills with the ability to produce concise and creative bids.
• High standard of computer literacy (Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook and the Internet).
• Good attention to detail.
• Demonstrable ability to plan and prioritise own workload with minimum supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and work well under pressure.
• Project management experience and an ability to plan ahead and work within agreed timeframes.
• Experience using a database.

CIRCUMSTANCES

Occasional evening and weekend work will be required, with time off in lieu available.

We are a leading charity and the UK’s expert voice for children with cancer and we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic relationships fundraiser to join our growing team. 

You will have solid experience of community fundraising, relationship fundraising or other relevant fundraising disciplines. You will support our flagship Special Named Funds programme, which supports families to undertake ongoing fundraising for our work (particularly medical research). You’ll build excellent relationships with supporters and help them to reach their fundraising goals. 

Our work

Each week in the UK and Ireland, more than 30 children are diagnosed with cancer. Our network of dedicated professional members work together in treatment, care and research to help shape a future where all children with cancer survive and live happy, healthy and independent lives. 

We fund and support innovative world-class research and collaborate, both nationally and internationally, to drive forward improvements in childhood cancer. Our award-winning information resources help lessen the anxiety, stress and loneliness commonly felt by families, giving support throughout the cancer journey.

We are a registered charity and fundraise for our important activities through campaigns, donations and family involvement.

Main purpose of the job

This role is to provide support to families engaged with our Special Named Funds programme, developing relationships and supporting fundraising activities. You’ll contribute to the development and growth of the Special Named Fund programme and offer one-to-one support, ensuring an outstanding supporter journey. 

If you are interested in this position, we would love to hear from you. Please apply as soon as you can, as we will be interviewing suitable candidates as they apply and may close this position prior to the posted deadline. 

• Duration: Permanent  
• Salary: £30,830.66 gross per annum plus 9% employer pension contribution
• Location: London
• Closing date: 9am UK time, Monday 28 June 2021
• Interviews: Wednesday 7 July 2021

We are currently looking for a Fundraising Officer to join our Fundraising and Communications team. This ideal candidate for the role will have prior experience of working in a fundraising team of a charity and will have knowledge of attracting new supporters for a cause. The role provides an exciting opportunity for someone to make their mark in fundraising. It will suit someone who is creative, enjoys new challenges, is an excellent communicator, and is passionate about fundraising and peace.

Job purpose

The Fundraising Officer will play a key role in supporting Conciliation Resources’ small Fundraising team to diversify funding in line with our 2020-25 Fundraising Strategy. This role will help to pilot, adapt and roll-out new activities to recruit and steward new donors, to expand our individual giving programme. They will also flexibly support and engage with other areas of fundraising – depending on emerging priorities – such as trusts and foundations, corporates and community fundraising. As a member of the Fundraising and Communications team, the Fundraising Officer will also feed into wider fundraising activities and strategy, supporting the team as needed.

Essential knowledge, skills and experience

• Experience of working in a fundraising team of a charity, particularly working on individual giving, major donors, events or digital.
• Knowledge of general fundraising practices, approaches and environment.
• Knowledge of how to attract and maintain new supporters for a charitable cause.
• Experience of prospect research for individuals and/or trusts and foundations.
• Experience working on (digital) fundraising campaigns, as well as measuring, interpreting and evaluating campaign results.
• Experience producing resources and materials to support fundraising.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and appreciation.
• Excellent English verbal and writing skills (essential), with the ability to write for different purposes, communicate persuasively and summarise complex information.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Creative character, with enthusiasm for innovation and testing new things.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Good analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong research skills and enthusiasm for detailed research.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to coordinate information and processes involving multiple people/teams.
• Strong computer and IT skills, with good command of Excel.
• Commitment to Conciliation Resources’ goals, values, work and approach​

Desirable knowledge

• Experience developing cases for support and/or funding proposals.
• Experience organising fundraising or cultivation events.
• Experience creating compelling digital content (audio, images, video) and campaigns to recruit donors.
• Demonstrable working knowledge of digital platforms such as: fundraising CRMs, Facebook Fundraisers and audio, image and video editing tools.
• Knowledge of international development, peacebuilding or humanitarian work.
• Administration experience, including a proven track record of maintaining databases and office records.