FUNDRAISING MANAGER

FULL-TIME

SALARY: £36,422 to £40,616 per annum (FTE for 37 hours a week)

Carers in Hertfordshire is a well-respected, independent, carer-led charity, established in 1995. We work to ensure that all Hertfordshire’s unpaid carers are recognised, valued and supported in their caring role, have the opportunity for a life outside caring and can exercise a collective voice in the county. We support adult carers and young carers and provide information and advice, opportunities to meet other carers, and enable a collective voice for carers in the county.

The charity has experienced significant growth over recent years with over 110 staff and over 37,000 registered unpaid carers.  We have expanded our range of services and income streams, as well as innovating to improve our services and invested in infrastructure including our database. We retain a strong connection to the local communities we work in, with a wide range of partners.

Its costs around £3 million a year to provide our services and support. Government contracts account for approximately £2.25 million of our income every year. This post will help us to further develop, drive and implement our Fundraising Strategy and Plan, which will supplement this income in order to better serve unpaid carers across Hertfordshire. Covid-19 affected the charity in various ways. As we emerge from the pandemic, we want to ensure that fundraising plays an integral role in the future of the charity.

The post holder will be required to implement and deliver a robust, high-quality Fundraising Strategy and Plan. They will work across teams within Carers in Hertfordshire and develop a broad portfolio of fundraising. This will be underpinned by a programme of trusts and grant applications, with the post-holder co-ordinating and writing applications and reporting to grant-making trusts. The post holder will supplement this with a programme of work including organising and supporting community fundraising events, working with local donors such as for Charity of the Year partnerships, and growing our approach to corporate fundraising. The post-holder will have the opportunity to shape this programme based on their experience and the strengths of the charity.

We are looking for a self-motivated and tenacious individual, who has a demonstrable record of raising income and profile at a local level and who has a passion for building quality long-term relationships with a variety of different types of donor.

A good standard of IT Skills is required, including use of databases, Microsoft office and the internet. Our principle database is Salesforce, though experience of this is not essential. The role will require travel across Hertfordshire, so you will need the ability to travel independently, have access to a car and have a full valid driving license.

This is an exciting time to join us as we develop a new Fundraising Strategy in order to grow our fundraised income and develop new income streams.

For informal discussion about the role, please contact Tim Napper at Carers in Hertfordshire

Closes: 9am, Monday 13th June

Interviews: Monday 20th June

Pelican Cancer Foundation is a small, yet influential, charity that works with senior clinicians to bring about advances in clinical practice for today's bowel cancer patients.  

Based in Basingstoke, we work with cancer specialists in the UK and Ireland to support medical research and organise education programmes.

Established over 25 years ago, Pelican Cancer Foundation now has a world-wide reputation as a centre of excellence for driving improvements in bowel cancer care.  

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person to lead further strategic development to take the charity to the next level.

How to apply: please click on the apply button to access the Application Pack and to submit your CV and covering letter.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a small and friendly team and make a real difference.

The Almshouse Association which nationally supports, promotes, and represents over 1,600 independent Almshouse charities! Guiding on all aspects of Almshouse management, supporting member charities with the provision of up-to-date policies and governance advice, seminars and training, grants and loans and representation, as well as offering a single point of contact helpline!

General Description of Responsibilities:

• You will provide administrative and direct support to delivering the fundraising strategy.
• You will enjoy organising events and will be involved in the co-ordinating of fundraising events.
• You will excel in establishing and maintaining individual contacts to assist with raising funds for the charity.

If you are driven and passionate about the industry and looking to make a real difference in your next role, then we would love to hear from you.

• We are looking for a confident communicator, someone who will be an excellent ambassador for the charity.   
• Can demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be self-motivated!
• Have an ability to contact potential donors directly and establish good relations and rapport with them
• Have the instinct to natural attention to detail
• To be comfortable undertaking detailed research and to make a tailored fundraising pitch is desirable
• Effective at building relationships
• A born natural team player
• Able to show initiative
• Passionate about customer service

 Tasks:

• Oversee delivery of the fundraising plan
• Co-ordinate with our fundraising consultants
• Manage and co-ordinate donor events
• Establish and maintain donor relations
• Establish a legacy campaign and maintain legacy relations
• Arrange CEO meetings with high-net-worth individuals
• Maintain a fundraising database of existing and potential donors
• Seek and manage sponsorship opportunities
• Establish and maintain warm contacts with potential donors
• Research and approach new donors
• Co-ordinate events looking to build relationships with donors
• Write to and maintain records of contacts for funders

• Hours of work are 9.00am to 5.30pm (5 days per week) 
• Salary £30,000
• Employers pension contribution of 10%
• 28 days holiday
• Office location Wokingham, Berkshire, England.
• Job Type: Full-time 

Are you passionate about people’s rights? Do you want to be part of a team fighting poverty and injustice by providing free, community-based advice and support services? Are you a dynamic and inspirational leader with the skills and abilities to fulfil this broad and challenging role at the helm of our small community advice centre?

St Pauls Advice Centre are seeking an Executive Director. Passionate about the role of the voluntary sector in bringing about social change, you will be strategic, adaptable, motivated and equipped to support the charity’s development whilst also supporting our committed trustee board and staff team.

With the need for our services never greater, this is a challenging but exciting time to join our small, friendly and dynamic team. We are busy working towards achieving objectives set out in our five year strategic plan and are looking for someone who shares our values to help us achieve our ambitious goals.

We describe St Pauls Advice Centre as friendly, local and here to help – if that sounds like you too, we look forward to receiving your application

Role Outline:

The Executive Director is responsible for both the day-to-day running and strategic development of the organisation, working closely with the Board of Trustees and senior management team. Responsibilities include: governance, strategic and operational planning, service development, external partnership development, finance and fundraising oversight, contract management, human resources, quality compliance and other key functions. This is a diverse and challenging role, providing leadership for a small team and working energetically and appropriately with all stakeholders to achieve organisational plans.

We are proud of our accreditation as a Living Wage employer and offer flexible working and a generous benefits package:

Contract terms:
> Permanent contract

> Flexible contract hours: 28 to 35 hours per week (subject to negotiation)

We offer a generous benefits package:
> Salary: £43,570 (pro rata where relevant)

> Annual Leave: 30 days per year (pro rata where relevant)

> Extra 3 days annual leave between Christmas & New Year (office closure)

> Qualifying Workplace Pension Scheme: 5% employers contribution

Fundraiser Job Advert

Part time: 21 hours 

Annual leave: 25 days pro rata plus bank holidays

Benefits: Contributory pension scheme and Employee Assistance Programme

Location: Hybrid (1 day per week from office/2 days remote working)

This is a new role for HF Mencap, reflecting the charity’s desire to further diversify our income.

You will be responsible for building our fundraising capacity at a crucial time for the organisation and supporting our fundraising strategy and plans.

This is a perfect position for someone with strengths in funding applications, bid writing and cultivating individual donors who is keen to develop their wider fundraising and development skills and gain “all rounder” experience in the charitable sector with hands on opportunities to inform strategy, develop relationships and support the growth of the charity.

The right candidate will help us engage with new and existing audiences, spreading the word about the amazing work we do and inspiring people to get involved. You’ll have a good knowledge of event planning and be prepared to network and get out into the community to attract new support.

The fundraiser's responsibilities would primarily be to identify and complete trust funding applications to trust funders as well as complete tenders and contracts but would also include developing fundraising programs/products, recruiting individual and corporate sponsors and volunteers, and encouraging support through promotional activities and events.

Interviews to be held the week of the 27th of June

Healthwatch Hackney (HWH) is committed to enabling local people to have real influence in shaping and developing current and future health and care services. We are looking to recruit an Executive Director to provide strong, inspirational executive leadership and direction for HWH. We are strongly committed to supporting local people to co-design services and holding to account those who fund and provide health and social care, for the quality, effectiveness and access to those services.

You will work with the Chair, Board, our staff team and delivery partners, to achieve the organisation’s strategic business objectives and ensure that activities are carried out effectively and contracts delivered to a high quality. You will also ensure a growing and sustainable future for the HWH and represent the organisation at key strategic and policy meetings.

The successful candidate will be a skilled all-rounder with a passion for equality, diversity and inclusion, with experience in strategic and business planning, operational delivery, and the ability to negotiate with and influence leaders and commissioners of our services. Excellent presentational and communication skills are required. A track record of successful fundraising would be an advantage.

Please download Executive Director application pack. Please note we do not accept CVs.

Deadline for applications is Noon 6th June 2022. Interviews to be held on the week beginning 20th June 2022. No late applications will be accepted

Starting at £50,051

Full time (35 hours/week), including some evening and weekend work

Hybrid working possible

Permanent contract, subject to funding

28 days holiday/year

Reporting to: Chair, Healthwatch Hackney

Based in Hackney

Key tasks will involve:

• Raise income and work towards set annual income targets from events, digital and community fundraising

• Lead on the roll out of our new portfolio of digital fundraising events and activities. Acquire new strong, profitable and enduring relationships with donors and other key supporters

• Organise a range of annual events as and when they are confirmed.  To manage these fundraising events, ensuring they are well organised and raise the maximum amount of income possible and ensure that all participants/guests have a pleasant experience

• Work with established community groups e.g. clubs, churches, schools, and other groups to raise our profile, increase income and gain further support.
• Create and maintain strong relationships with our supporters to maximise income and other support e.g. gifts in kind, volunteer time, legacies etc.
• Promote and keep track of managed relationships and develop a process to cultivate donors to regularly donate
• Ensure accurate records of all interaction with the community and key stakeholders are kept up to date on DonorFlex.
• Work with the Marketing colleagues to promote opportunities to raise income to new and cultivate in-kind support.
• To act as a fundraising advocate within the community, to be professional and communicate with enthusiasm, credibility, conviction and knowledge

• Provide support and guidance to those undertaking initiatives to raise money and endeavour to secure long- term support from these people

• Be deputy for the PR & Marketing Officer when they are on holiday in terms of sending press releases and dealing with the media

• To administer general correspondence with supporters and ensure prompt replies are made and letters of thanks are sent out in a timely manner

• Obtain participants to attend/take part in events and initiatives

• To understand charity law and in particular with regard to the Data Protection Act and GDPR and the recording and storage of donor data.  To ensure all data is managed within the law and effectively (full training will be given)

• To actively promote the work of Care for Veterans at networking events, at presentations and meetings in the local community, to publicise the work of the Charity and obtain more support

• To become conversant with the care and rehabilitation provided at Care for Veterans and to be able to give talks and presentations to groups in the community about what the charity does

Person Specification

Essential

Experience of either fundraising and/or events management

Experience of working to financial targets

Ability to work under pressure and on multiple projects at the same time

Ability to network in the local community and secure new funding for the charity

Ability to represent the charity in a clear, emotive and factual way

Location: Hampshire (Home based with travel mainly in Hampshire)

Citizens Advice Hampshire (CitAH) is an independent charity supporting the consortium of 15 Local Citizens Advice (LCA) in Hampshire, Portsmouth, Southampton and the Isle of Wight.

• CitAH identifies, obtains grant funding  and develops opportunities for new and improved services and manages those that operate countywide
• CitAH supports the 15 LCAs by facilitating knowledge and skills sharing and by providing training
• CitAH provides a single point of contact for funders, partners and policy makers and enables collaboration with other charities and organisations

We are looking for an exceptional Chief Executive to lead the team (all home based) and work with the Trustee Board to shape and implement our future Strategy.

• You will need proven experience of obtaining grant funding developing, maintaining and identifying new strategic partnerships.
• You will also need a good understanding of financial management, and the professional and personal qualities to lead the team  (all home based) and to work well with the LCA members of the consortium, funders and other stakeholders.

If you have the skills and experience and are interested in this role, we would like to talk to you about the opportunity.

Closing date for applications: Mon 30 May 2022 5pm

Interview date: Week commencing 6 June 2022

WR Fundraising Recruitment is delighted to be working with an inspirational national children’s literacy charity. This is a fantastic opportunity to join and lead their small yet dynamic fundraising team.

This is a rapidly growing charity with ambitious plans that is looking for an experienced fundraising professional to join as their Head of Fundraising. Someone capable of taking the lead on their various income streams, building on new and existing funder relationships and motivating the team to generate the funds needed to continue the important work that they do.

Head of Fundraising

Hybrid Working (3 days a week in office)

Full Time – Permanent

Bedfordshire

Salary - £43,000 - £48,000 per Annum

Duties will include:

• Working with the CEO to develop a fundraising strategy in line with the organisation’s objectives
• Being responsible for preparing income and expenditure budgets for the Fundraising department
• Researching and developing new sources of funding
• Managing key relationships with existing donors and grow these to become a sustainable long term income stream
• Being responsible for the growth and development of all income streams
• Managing and motivating the fundraising team

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of leading a team within the fundraising sector

• Experience of working within fundraising across multiple channels
• Experience of working to and achieving ambitious targets
• Experience of fundraising strategy development
• Excellent written skills with an ability to write compelling and informative bids and reports
• Strong interpersonal, networking and relationship building skills

To apply and for further information, please email a copy of your CV in the first instance.

WR Fundraising Recruitment are passionate about bringing together talented fundraising professionals with fantastic organisations. We’d love to hear from you if you are looking for a new fundraising opportunity.

Are you the person to lead our exciting new fundraising plans, to enable people with learning disabilities and mental health conditions to live the life they choose?

Would you like a people focused role where you have a direct impact on how we fundraise as an organisation?

We are looking to recruit a new Head of Fundraising within United Response and this could be the new role you have been searching for.

About the role:

United Response is a leading charity supporting people with learning disabilities & mental health conditions. Renowned for our person centred approach we are committed to broadening our income sources in order that we can extend the reach of our exciting and innovative services.

You will be part of United Response’s wider Senior Leadership and will lead the full delivery of our Fundraising strategy in support of our new Long Term plan.

As a charitable organisation we are always looking for new and innovative ways to develop our fundraising propositions, to deliver impactful and sustainable services.

The Head of Fundraising is a new role, and will lead the team in building viable and exciting fundraising propositions and support the securing of income from a range of funding streams. You will work with our Fundraising Advisory Committee to develop our fundraising capabilities and capacity in line with our Long Term Plan

About you:

We are looking for someone with ambition and courage to step out of their comfort zone and use their creative imagination to lead our Fundraising team.

You will:

• Have experience within fundraising, ideally within Health and Social care
• Have experience of major donor, corporate, individual and legacy giving
• Be experienced in developing & delivering fundraising plans
• Have knowledge of current fundraising legislation including charitable/private provider market
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have great attention to detail
• Be motivated and enthusiastic
• Be computer literate

Hybrid Working: A mix of working from the office and working from home, but you will be expected to be able to come to the office at short notice when required.

The Role:

Citizens Advice Lewes District has an exciting opportunity for an innovative, ambitious Chief Executive with substantial experience of not-for-profit or public sector leadership.

The successful candidate will work closely with an engaged Board of Trustees on setting the strategy for the future of the service, drawing on their subject matter expertise whilst working closely with an experienced Advice Services Manager and their team to ensure the high quality of our service is sustainable.

You will be adept at developing and nurturing external stakeholder relationships, building formal and informal networks, advocating for our work, and raising our brand awareness. You will be passionate about researching opportunities for additional funding to maintain and enhance our advice services for the people of our diverse district

This is a demanding and highly rewarding role. You will need to be fully committed to the aims and principles of Citizens Advice and thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can utilise your existing experience of leadership, fundraising, and strategic thinking.  

About Us

Lewes District Citizens Advice is an independent local charity. We provide free, independent, confidential, and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. We use evidence of the clients’ problems to campaign for improvements in laws and services that affect everyone. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination.

We are a high-performing organisation of 15 paid staff and around 45 volunteers.

Our service covers the whole of 29sq.km of Lewes District Local Authority with a population in excess of 102,000 which continues to grow with new housing developments.

Pre-pandemic we operated from 3 sites in Newhaven, Lewes and Seaford and offered advice at outreach locations in Peacehaven and Telscombe.  We currently have most staff working from home providing telephone, email, and webchat services. In addition, we are offering in person video conferencing from our Newhaven office.

How we deliver our services in the future is a strategic decision that needs to be made.

Up for the challenge? We would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 27th May 2022

Could you be our new Fundraising Officer?

Headway Black Country is celebrating its 25th year anniversary in 2022.  We are seeking an experienced and committed Fundraising Officer to join our friendly and supportive team.  Working closely with the Chief Officer and Staff Teams, you will be responsible for the development of Headway Black Country's fundraising activities, securing income through effective fundraising from Trusts and Foundations and also donations, events and community fundraising.

You will develop new fundraising campaigns and develop strong relationships with funders and ensure that impact, measurement and evaluation processes are embedded in all aspects of our fundraising work.

You will be an energetic and enthusiastic individual who is committed to supporting and enhancing the lives of people who access Headway Black Country services. 

To apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement by 9.30am on Friday 27 May 2022.

Your supporting statement (maximum 2 sides of A4) should clearly outline your suitability and experience for the role against the criteria provided in the person specification.  Please include your interest and motivation in applying for this position.

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 6 June 2022.

Our Time is the only UK charity dedicated to working with children whose parents have a mental illness. We give them the support they need - in their families and in their schools. We tackle the stigma around mental illness and show these children they are not alone. With our help, they find support and understanding, and build resilience and confidence - so they can reach their full potential. We also raise awareness of the unique challenges they face and campaign on their behalf for better support.

We’re looking for an exceptional Fundraising Lead to join our team and lead on fundraising for the charity. You will be required to research funds, write bids and develop a creative approach to fundraising and generating the income we need to sustain and grow our services and programmes.

It’s an exciting time to join Our Time. We are featuring in a high profile programme on national television; our podcast My Family, Mental Illness and Me, launched last year, made it into the top 5% of downloads worldwide and was featured in the national press; we won silver at the Charity Film Awards; and we are about to roll out a number of new outreach projects through our flagship programmes: KidsTime Workshops and Our Time Schools.

We need someone to help consolidate our achievements and contribute to the long-term success of the charity.

Key duties and responsibilities

Our new Fundraising Lead will bring a wealth of experience, gained through working with Trusts, Foundations and Individual and Corporate Donors, to play a key part in our strategy moving forward. Duties will include but are not limited to:

● Work with the CEO to generate and implement a fundraising strategy and plan.

● Work to review and enhance our pipeline of Trusts and Foundations.

● Produce considered and effective proposals for support, to maximise both sustainable restricted and, particularly, unrestricted income.

● Manage and develop key relationships with funders.

● Record donations and ensure that donors are thanked and stewarded appropriately, with Gift Aid claimed, if applicable.

● Develop original fundraising campaigns, as well as getting involved with wider philanthropic opportunities.

● Create opportunities for maximising unrestricted income from all donors.

● Identify learnings and work with our Marketing and Communications Manager to create suitable and sustainable fundraising messaging and communications.

● Report regularly on bid outcomes, pipelines and risk to support financial forecasting.

For full details, please see the attached person specification. 

Do you want real, meaningful work? Work which will reward you by the tangible and immediate difference you make in your community? We’re here to give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward in life - whoever they are, and whatever their problem. We want someone who shares our vision and values.

CASW are a highly regarded and trusted independent charity with a first-class reputation providing advice to thousands of people across South Worcestershire from our two main offices, two sub-offices and three outreach locations.  We have 18 mainly part time staff with around 85 volunteers in a wide variety of roles. 

You’ll have the autonomy to lead and the backing to deliver your plans and ideas. You’ll be supported by knowledgeable and passionate staff, volunteers and of a diverse and experienced Board.

You’ll design and drive our organisational strategy and launch yourself into developing and delivering our funding transformation programme.

You’ll be influencing at a senior level across a variety of stakeholder bases and your impact will determine our success. You’ll have demonstrable achievements in your career to date and be comfortable managing people, finances and strategy understanding the need to motivate, persuade and lead.

We’re a small charity with big ambition. If you’re ready to lead us, apply now and you will be sent the job role and personal specification and an application form.

Closing date 30 May at 12.00 noon; interviews 9 June.