The Administrative Officer ensures the efficient and effective function of the WFSA office, including support to the finance manager. Join our small but busy team and help us to achieve our vision of universal access to safe anaesthesia.

5 billion of the world's 7 billion people do not have access to safe, affordable, timely surgery and anaesthesia. 17 million people die each year from surgically treatable conditions (that's more than 4 times the number who die from HIV, Tuberculosis and Malaria combined).

If that sounds wrong to you and you are an experienced office administrator with a desire to make a difference then this could be your perfect job.

Candidate Application Information 

This is a four or five day role (let us know your preference)

Guidance for submission 

• Read the attached Job Description
• Submit a covering letter and an up to date CV including contact details of two referees. 

Note: - we will not take up references before short-listing nor without your express consent.

• Your cover letter should be used to tell us how you think you meet the requirements laid out in the job description. Draw particular attention to experience, skills, achievements and knowledge gained in past employment or other activities which are relevant to the job and give examples to support what you say.
• Ensure your covering letter is no more than 2 pages long (2 sides of A4). 

Applications should be submitted no later than 4th February 2020. Any applications arriving after this deadline will not be considered for shortlisting. 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview on the 7th of February (this will involve an interview and a short written exercise) with second interviews - if required - over the following week.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday per year (pro rata)

5% employer pension contribution

Hope for Justice exists to bring an end to modern slavery by preventing exploitation, rescuing victims, restoring lives and reforming society – do you share our passion to live in a world free from slavery?

Our Communications Officer will be an excellent writer and storyteller, able to use social media, news releases and printed materials to engage new and existing supporters with our work.

You will use your exceptional English language skills, media savvy and knowledge of marketing channels to inspire our donor base and raise awareness of the issue of modern slavery.

Working alongside a small and busy Global Communications team experienced in graphic design, copywriting, video production and web development, you will help increase positive coverage of Hope for Justice online and in the media, including mentions, quotes, interviews, bylined articles and headlines focused on our life-changing work.

This important role demands someone with at least 3 years’ experience in journalism, PR, copywriting, marketing or a related discipline – for full details, see the role profile below.

Change lives
End slavery

Role: Full time

Salary: £23,000 - £25,000 (subject to experience) and competitive benefits package incl pension

Location: Manchester, UK

Closing date: Thursday 30th January, 2020

Note: Early applications are welcomed, as preliminary interviews may be conducted throughout the process

Pharmacist Support – the pharmacy profession’s independent charity – is looking to recruit an experienced Marketing and Communications Officer with a passion for creating positive impact.

You will help the charity drive forward our new approach to marketing and communications by contributing to the development and implementation of an innovative and effective strategy that builds on existing relationships and engages with new audiences. You will work with the Marketing & Communications Manager, Senior Fundraising Officer and services team to support the development and implementation of marketing campaigns that maximise the impact and profile of our work and build awareness, our supporter base and raise income.

You will oversee and analyse online tools to measure and evaluate the charity’s marketing and communications activities and ensure high-quality, accurate data and messaging, including case studies, infographics and imagery.

As Communications and Marketing Officer you will provide support across the charity and work on a variety of projects, events and campaigns. In addition, you will also support internal communications to ensure staff and volunteer engagement.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking a creative individual with excellent written and verbal communications skills, experience across the full marketing and communications mix and with a track record in partnership working.

The ideal candidate will have experience of working within a similar marketing and communications role, be compassionate and fair and able to communicate effectively with a variety of people using a range of communications channels. A strong working knowledge of social media platforms, and an enthusiastic, positive and organised approach to work is essential.

About us

As a national charity Pharmacist Support provides free and confidential services to pharmacists and their families, former pharmacists and pharmacy students across GB. Support includes an information and enquiry service, stress helpline, wellbeing service, financial assistance, specialist advice in the areas of debt, benefits and employment law and addiction support. As a charity we listen, without judgement and encourage and empower people to create positive change. Each year we provide thousands of acts of support – we make good things happen.

How to apply

To apply for the above position, you must submit a completed application form (NB CVs will not be accepted).

We would be grateful if you could also complete the diversity monitoring form in order to ensure that our equal opportunities policy is adhered to.

Interviews will be held in Manchester on Monday 24th February 2020. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by Monday 17th February 2020.  

To download an application form and job description click on the links below. 

Fixed term (FTA) until December 2021

Join our award-winning team. We deliver UK-wide outreach learning to achieve environmental and wellbeing benefits. As our new programme manager you will bring about imaginative public engagement and learning through Grow Wild’s youth-led projects, resource kits, community training and digital campaigns. Our focus is bringing people together to value and enjoy UK native plants and fungi - and we love it.

You will deliver impact with target audiences, manage activities to time and budget and - through helping to secure funding - grow our scale and influence. Part of this work involves managing a talented multi-disciplinary team based at Kew Gardens and a network of partners, suppliers and funders.

Are you ambitious and committed with excellent communication skills? Read on.

More details

Grow Wild is part of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew – a world leader in plant and fungi science and education.

Since 2014, Grow Wild has won multiple national awards for its scale, impact and creativity. The team has built large intellectual and digital assets and engaged community networks. Grow Wild was publicly voted the UK’s Best Environment Project in the National Lottery Awards on BBC1.

During 2020 and 2021, Grow Wild will run activities online and on-the-ground to achieve at least 150,000 positive actions each year by target audiences. The main target audiences will be children, young people and adults, especially those unengaged with nature and living in urban and disadvantaged areas.

Grow Wild will also deliver new outreach learning activities with additional funding from private, public and corporate contributions. This plan is made possible thanks to the ongoing support from the National Lottery Community Fund and other funders.

Requirements of the role

The successful applicant will have led teams to deliver public engagement / outreach learning programmes. We’re looking for a demonstrable enthusiasm for and background in environmental change, horticulture/landscape techniques or science communications.

An ability to engage a range of target audiences is really important, especially community groups, volunteers and young people. So is an ability to attract and retain target audiences online and on-the-ground. We’re also looking for collaborative working skills and partnerships achievements.

When applying, please tell us how you meet the person spec and why you want to manage the Kew’s Grow Wild initiative.

This role will be based at Kew Gardens with some UK travel and may be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks (DBS), including barred lists.

Recruitment process: 

Interviews are planned for late January/ early February 2020

Target start date: Early March or sooner

End date: December 2021, but this post may be extended subject to funding.

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

If you are interested in this position, please visit our website for more information and to apply.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

No agencies please.

Are you a hands-on, strategic and engaging leader with expert knowledge of issues relating to money management and personal finance gained from significant experience working in the financial capability sector? If so, we want to work with you.

Reporting to the CEO, you will have strategic and operational responsibility for The Money Charity’s work with adults in a range of community and workplace settings, developing and delivering a portfolio of programmes, products and initiatives that impact on financial capability for this group, including financial educational workshops and producing our Money Manual.

Additionally, the post holder be a member of the Senior Management Team, working collaboratively with the CEO, trustees and other senior leaders to develop and implement The Money Charity’s mission, vision and values, as well as leading on consultancy work across the organisation.

To succeed in this role, you will need strong leadership and programme management skills, commercial acumen and experience of managing a budget, along with a flexible, organised approach to your work. This is an exciting, varied role which provides a unique opportunity to impact on the financial wellbeing of individuals.

Please note a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check is required for this post.

For more information please visit our website.

About us

For over 25 years, the Money Charity has been the UK’s financial capability charity. We proactively provide education, information, advice and guidance to people of all ages, helping them to manage their money well and increase their financial wellbeing. We believe that being on top of your money as a part of everyday life reduces stress and hardship, helps you achieve your goals and live a happier life as a result, so we empower people across the UK to build the skills, knowledge, attitudes and behaviours to make the most of their money throughout their lives. We aim to change the culture around financial wellbeing by working with the financial services industry to improve practices and outcomes for their consumers, and influencing policy-makers, media, industry and public attitudes. 

We’re a small, passionate team with a big reach and an open mind, committed to quality, accessibility and inclusiveness. We offer a flexible work environment that values creativity, personal growth and collaboration. As well as competitive salary, we provide 25 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank and Public holidays and any closure days that may or may not take place between Christmas and the New Year; a flexible annual leave scheme; 10% pension contribution; a healthcare cash plan and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed when incurred in accordance with our expenses policy. 

For more information please visit our website.

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 to with “Head of Workplace & Community Programmes” in the subject line.

When writing your supporting statement, you should focus on providing evidence and specific examples that demonstrate how you meet the person specification and your suitability for the role. We value transferable skills and encourage applicants who do not have direct experience to provide examples from other areas that meet the requirements.

Please ensure that you provide a phone number and email address so that we can contact you easily, and in confidence.

Closing date: 10.00 on Friday 31 January 2020.

Interviews: Week commencing 3 February 2020, exact dates and times to be arranged.

Unfortunately, we are unable to respond individually to applications so if you have not heard from us by the advertised shortlisting and/or interview date(s), this means your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Feedback will be given upon request to candidates who attend interview.

For further information, or if you have any questions about the role or our recruitment process please contact us via the jobs section of our website. 

Please note we do not accept agencies or recruitment sites.

An opportunity to join an international development, health charity, based in London, you will be joining the charity at an exciting time of rapid growth. Income has increased from £3M to £8M in the past 10 years, and the charity have developed new and unique ways of reaching out to fundraisers and journalists.

You will identify PR opportunities around key campaigns and events and help drive brand awareness and engagement.

The charity carries out impactful work in Africa, Asia and Latin America. The charity leads 20 long-term programmes, from grass-roots level to well-developed projects, as well-as a state of the art hospital.

The opportunity:

As a key member of the Communications team, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional communications to help build the charity's profile, generate funding and benefit more people. You will have demonstrable experience of working with the media and developing PR plans, as well as the insight and knowledge to shape broader communications strategies. You will be well versed in reputation and crisis management.

The ideal candidate:

* Full understanding of communications, relating to PR, media, social media and case studies.
* Line management responsibility is desirable.
* Be a pro-active media person

You will be joining a collaborative, friendly and very supportive team. The communications and fundraising teams work together. Flexible core hours are also in place.

Based in Central London , in a lovely, large office space which are modern and open plan.

Salary £35,000 - 38,000k per annum, subject to experience

Please note the firm closing date for applications is Monday 27 th January 8.00am, however please get in touch now to avoid disappointment.

Please apply by e-mailing your CV to [email protected]

“Sport has the power to change the world.  It has the power to inspire, it has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair.  It is more powerful than governments in breaking down racial barriers.  It laughs in the face of all types of discrimination” 

Nelson Mandela on the 25th May 2000 at the inaugural Laureus World Sports Awards in Monaco.

Laureus Sport for Good Foundation is a Sport for Development organisation that harnesses the power of sport to end violence, discrimination and disadvantage. Proving that sport can change the world.

Well anchored in the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation's global office in the UK works in partnership with over 90 sport for development organisations across the world, providing them technical expertise, capacity building, funding and programme management support to deliver high quality and impactful sport for development programmes that help change the lives of girls and boys, young women and young men in disenfranchised communities. Laureus Sport for Good also invests in and leads on research, learning communities, international summits and conferences and is widely considered one of the leading agencies in the Sport for Development sector.

An exciting opportunity has emerged to join our programmes and grants management team where the experienced post holder will be responsible for planning and implementing a portfolio of impactful programmes across Africa, Asia, Latin America and Europe using sport as a development tool for social change. The post holder may also be responsible for managing junior staff members.

For further details about the opportunity please see the attached job description.

Please submit your CV and a covering letter, outlining how you meet the 'key skills' section of the job description.

CVs without a covering letter will not be considered.

CVs without international development experience will not be considered.

For the right candidate, we would consider location in Cape Town or Nairobi

Overview

Working closely with our Director of Fundraising and Communications, the post holder will lead on marketing and communications across the Charity to raise awareness and income for World Child Cancer. There is a strong emphasis on digital activity and developing social media engagement. The post-holder will also be responsible for managing communications with our celebrities and patrons.

The post holder will be an ambitious and creative self-starter who is passionate about World Child Cancer’s vision and our fundraising activities.

Strengthening our brand through the development and management of campaigns and appeals alongside content generation for ongoing core communications is of critical importance.

Key elements of the role

• Working with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, lead on all communications and marketing for the Charity
• Be ‘the keeper of the brand’, ensuring all staff adhere to the brand guidelines
• Manage and review the Charity website and, working with Programmes and Fundraising teams, keep the website updated ensuring content is current, relevant, accessible and inspiring
• Ensure accurate monitoring of our social media activity using monitoring tools such as Google Analytics to ensure we are attractive to our different stakeholder groups
• Develop and manage the Charity’s digital strategy ensuring World Child Cancer has a strong presence on all digital media channels (currently Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn).
• Work with the Programmes and Fundraising teams to develop compelling case studies about our work and supporters to encourage others to support World Child Cancer
• Lead on the Charity’s Celebrities and Patrons Programme and work with the Director of Fundraising and Communications to develop a new strategy.
• Ensure that relationships with celebrities and patrons are developed by the most appropriate members of the team and that exceptional supporter care is delivered at all times
• Involve celebrities, where appropriate in our campaign communications
• Oversee the design and production of all World Child Cancer printed materials, ensuring they are compelling to read and comply with the Charity’s brand guidelines
• Research and approach local, regional, national and international media, writing compelling press releases in order to secure regular coverage on the Charity’s work
• Be the first point of contact for all press enquiries, escalating potential issues where appropriate to the Director of Fundraising and Communications, CEO and Trustees and producing press statements/releases where needed
• Identify and brief spokespeople or be a spokesperson for the Charity
• Lead on the Charity’s internal communications, ensuring all staff and volunteers remain up to date on developments within the Charity
• Ensure all communications are logged on Raiser’s Edge
• Ensure World Child Cancer always complies with Marketing best practice and any relevant legislation

Headliners (UK), an award winning youth charity, is looking for new Chief Executive who is passionate about improving the lives of the most vulnerable young people and can provide transformational leadership to a committed staff team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the team to deliver our strategy and shape our plans through the next stage of development.

You will be a curious and forward-thinking leader who is able to inspire a range of stakeholders and have a total commitment to involving young people in decision making throughout the organisation.  You believe that young people are assets and deserve to be listened to and have equal opportunities to achieve their potential.

You will have a strong interest in journalism, media and the power of storytelling.

Our ideal candidate will have senior level management experience, outstanding communication skills, proven influencing skills and organisational profile-raising and a track record of fundraising and building partnerships.

The role is 4 days per week (28 hours) with flexible working including some home working with a salary of £36,400 (FTE £45,500). You must be able to travel throughout the UK to our offices in Northern Ireland, North East England and London. 

Please visit our website for an application pack with details of the role description and person specification and full instructions of how to apply and send us your CV with a 2-page supporting letter by 12 noon January 31st 2020. 

Our head office in Birmingham, UK is currently recruiting for the exciting position of ‘Programme Manager - Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding in Fragile Contexts’. The purpose of the role is to lead and manage a programme funded by the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) on conflict prevention and peacebuilding in Kenya, Pakistan and , Philippines. The PM-CPPFC will be responsible for managing the project implementation over the course of 15 months till the end of the project duration, ensuring that project deliverables and results are being achieved effectively and efficiently. The incumbent will be responsible for assuring that the project is implemented within the agreed scope of work and in compliance with SIDA’s regulations and within IRW’s policies and processes. He/she will work with a range of stakeholders namely conflict advisors, academia, IRW country offices and MEL specialists.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced project manager who would like to be part of an exciting humanitarian-development-peacebuilding nexus programme.

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

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who are sympathetic to the IR values of; Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. If you would like to be a part of an organisation striving to make a difference in the world and are looking for a meaningful career, we will be glad to hear from you.

Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews are expected to take place mid-late February.

Pre-employment checks: 

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

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

For UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer

Position: Head of Internal Communications & Engagement
Reference: DL65
Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
(We will also welcome part-time applications. Please specify your preferred number of hours per week in your application)
Location: MS National Centre, NW London
Salary: From £46,364 per annum
Department: CEO Office, Internal Comms

At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.

About this job

Achieving a high level of engagement with our people is key to achieving our ambitious goals and delivering our key change programmes together. We are looking for a strategic thinker, effective influencer and well organized planner who can establish a high performing internal engagement and communications function.

The post-holder will report directly to the CEO and will have a central role in ensuring all our people feel engaged, valued and well informed, and have a voice which is heard.

You will be responsible for the development and delivery of a UK-wide internal communications and engagement strategy that supports our ambitious new organisational strategy for 2020-2024.

You will seek to continually improve our engagement and communications approach, including the use of new technologies and innovations. The role will be responsible for internal communication channels and resources, such as our intranet, e-newsletters and publications, as well as our staff survey.

As a member of the Leadership Group, you will contribute to the strategic leadership, planning and policy formulation of the Society as a whole.

You will have significant experience of developing, implementing and reviewing internal communications and engagement strategies and experience of working for complex organisations with geographically dispersed staff.

We offer 27 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.

The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our new 5 year strategy.

Part of this exciting transformation will include an office move for our current National Centre in Cricklewood, NW London to a different location in London. We are currently defining where and what type of accommodation this will be and we really want our staff to be involved in that decision and therefore we don’t envisage a move before Sept 2020.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 20th January 2020

To Apply and for More Information:

If you would like to apply for this position, after reading the attached job description, please click the apply button and attach your CV and covering letter, it will be sent automatically to us.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.

No agencies please.

Fixed term until 31 October 2020

Unicef ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.

The Direct Marketing team is responsible for recruiting and developing support for Unicef’s work from individual members of the public. Within Retention, where this role sits, we work across a range of media including print, telemarketing, email and SMS in order to retain, engage and increase our income from supporters. We’re a high-performing, friendly and supportive team, where attention to detail and teamwork deliver award winning results. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Officer to join our Retention team. You will manage all stages of direct marketing campaigns, including pre-campaign planning and test development, scheduling, data selections, liaising with agencies and internal stakeholders, financial management, results monitoring and end of campaign analysis.  

If you already have a track record in direct marketing across a range of media channels, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this role will offer you a great opportunity to grow your existing skills.  To succeed, you should excel at managing multiple projects at the same time, be confident managing income and expenditure budgets, and be able to build effective relationships to ultimately implement campaigns that deliver the best results for children.

Closing date: 5pm, Monday 27 January 2020.

Interview date: Thursday, 6 February 2020.

We particularly welcome applications from LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.

Unicef UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.

We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.

If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.

Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)

This is a great opportunity to join a team of fundraising professionals with the objective of increasing the level of funding to meet the needs for this international NGO with a key role to play in protecting the environment.

The successful candidate will work under the guidance and support of the Head of Institutional Fundraising and have a primary focus on funding from Institutional sources.

Key Responsibilities

Proposal writing:

Develop, design and write funding proposals (including budgets) and approach specific donors with appropriate proposals under the guidance of the Head of Institutional Fundraising. Assist in developing a fundraising portfolio to sell core work, programmes and projects.

Donor identification, research and data management:

Identify, research and record potential institutional donors. Synthesise and organise relevant donor information and records according to agreed priorities. Provide analysis to match changing organisation and programme funding needs to potential funding sources and communicate potential funding opportunities to relevant staff.

Donor relations and management:

Assist the Head of Institutional Fundraising in managing key donor relationships; ensure donor reports are of good quality before they are sent to donors and requirements for reporting are met in a timely fashion; assist Partners and staff in this area if needed. Develop and own portfolio of donors over time and be responsible for their engagement and overall management.

Donor engagement tools:

Work with the Development Team and Communication Team to help develop appropriate donor engagement tools (e.g. PPPs, video, brochures, website contributions, budget templates, report templates, etc.)

Training and mentoring:

Work with the Development Team under direction of the Head of Institutional

Fundraising to contribute to provision of tools and training for improving donor care and management across the organisation.

Shortlisting Criteria

I’m looking for candidates who have relevant, proven experience working in the in institutional fundraising field. You will have a proven track record of successful applications for substantial funding from EU, Trusts, Foundations and Corporations.

The ideal candidate will enjoy gathering, consolidating and organising information; will be good at organising others where necessary and lead on processes when needed; will be able to work under pressure and be supportive to others working under pressure. They will be committed to international conservation, will have a positive “can do” attitude and will be prepared to be flexible to meet organisational needs.

 Job Specific Knowledge:

· Demonstrable ability to develop relationships with corporate partners and trusts

 · Experience of researching trust and corporate funding opportunities

· Solid knowledge of PCM, logframe and other project design frameworks

· Good understanding of nature conservation issues

· Ability to explain complex, scientific issues to different audiences.

· Ability to “sell” the NGO in order to raise funds.

Desirable:

· If you speak other languages (knowledge of Spanish, French, Arabic, one of the Slavic languages or Chinese would be an asset)

Aumida is committed to promoting equal opportunities, encouraging applications from all members of the community. Candidates are shortlisted based on competencies and ability to do the job.

If you're a Trust Fundraiser interested in other causes and locations we're also keen to hear from you. 

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, the RAF’s leading welfare charity, is seeking a fundraising and communications professional with extensive experience in the charity or commercial sector to double its reach to RAF Family members in urgent need.

Since its foundation 100 years ago, the RAF Benevolent Fund has supported past and present members of the Royal Air Force and their dependents who are in need, whether that is through practical, emotional or financial support.

In 2019, the charity launched a three-year, multi-channel and multi-million-pound campaign to double their reach from c.50,000 to 100,000 beneficiaries and to celebrate their Centenary year. They are now looking for an ambitious, experienced fundraising and communications leader to join their team and ensure that the campaign delivers on its targets. The role will support the work of a strong senior management team and a new CEO who joins the charity in Spring 2020.

As Director of Fundraising & Communications you will lead the charity’s income generation, awareness building and supporter, service user and public engagement programmes including the development and implementation of fundraising, communications and marketing strategies.

It is essential that you know how to lead, build and sustain teams and to deliver results. You will have a broad knowledge of fundraising (corporate and major donor fundraising and direct marketing in particular), communications, marketing and digital workstreams and be experienced in developing and implementing new business ideas. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong networking capabilities and proven abilities in delivering against challenging targets.

This is a great opportunity to work for an organisation that makes an enormous difference to the lives of people who have done their duty and made a personal sacrifice for this country.

For an informal conversation prior to applying to this role, please contact Anton Packheiser +44 (0) 7749 858597 or Suzie Spooner on +44 (0) 7960 932 315.