WHO ARE CATS?

We believe that all young people should be aware of the signs and symptoms of cancer, and how to check themselves, so that’s what we’re here for. We aim to empower these young people to be comfortable enough with themselves and their bodies to know when something is up, and when to go and see a doctor.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

You’ll be joining a small team to provide vital support to help us maintain our current income streams and grow them for the future. Our university teams are a huge part of our history, and as a key aspect of our community fundraising, help us deliver our main goals as a charity in a variety of ways. You’ll support the running of these teams on a day-to-day basis, the successful delivery of their events and any relevant campaigns. You’ll also ensure we are engaging with the community to create fundraising opportunities and supporting these individuals accordingly. As an Income Coordinator, you’ll also be supporting the creation of new income streams, and monitor those that are existing, against relevant targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivery of our fundraising goals.

• Monitoring and evaluation of the goals throughout the year.

• Completing grant applications.

• Supporting and maintaining current income streams and development of new ones. 

• Maintaining existing corporate partnerships whilst looking to develop new ones

• Recruiting passionate people to be CATS challenge fundraisers. 

• Working with our university teams and supporting them wherever necessary. 

The successful applicant will: 

• Be crazy about CATS - passionate about our cause and care about the work we are doing. 

• Be creative and innovative; offering a wide range of ideas. 

• Have the ability to work independently and use initiative. 

• Have great written and verbal communication skills and be able to deliver information in a clear unambiguous way. 

What can CATS offer you :

• You will work with a close team, who are incredibly passionate about what they do. 

• You will have the opportunity to develop your own skills and understanding around income generation and small charity world.

• You will be part of the growth and development of CATS.

• You will have flexibility in your role to make it your own. 

Things to know before you apply:

• The team is only two strong at the moment, meaning the successful applicant will be the third/fourth person employed by CATS (as we are currently recruiting 2 roles).
• We are a youth led organisation, so expect fresh and new ideas in all areas of our work.
• You’ll be our sole fundraiser (officially) however you will have the support of both the Head of Development and Head of Engagement if deadlines need to be met.
• This opportunity is office based (Manchester city centre) and we will not consider remote working. 
• This is a full time role, contracted at 37.5 hours a week. 
• This position is contracted until November 2021
• Please read the job specifications before you apply.

Be part of Team Rescue and come and work for a growing dynamic group of fundraisers and marketing professionals dedicated to rescuing animals from cruelty and suffering around the world.

International Animal Rescue (IAR) is an award winning charity based in Uckfield, East Sussex, committed to animal welfare and conservation.  At IAR we do exactly what our name says: we save animals from suffering around the world.  We rescue and rehabilitate orangutans in Indonesia, release bears in Armenia from caged captivity, treat injured howler monkeys in Costa Rica and care for dancing bears in India - and so much more. Whenever we can, we release rescued animals back into the wild; and when that's not possible, we give them a safe haven for life.

We are looking for someone who can assist the small but growing fundraising and marketing team who likes to make things happen. This is role would suit somebody with a real passion for our work and the drive to inspire and encourage others to support our incredible projects. We are committed to welcoming people from the widest possible diversity of background, culture and experience.

IAR is vibrant in the market place creating exciting appeals for existing supporters as well as a recruitment tool for prospective supporters.  We have seen our community fundraising offering grow over the past few years and we are ready to take it to the next level. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is inspired and motivated by the work of IAR, who will provide support for the fundraising team to develop and increase its income, taking this vitally important work to the next level. If this is you, we would love to hear from you.

Title: Regional Community Fundraiser - Midlands

Reports to: Head of Fundraising

Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 (depending upon experience)

Location: Home based with occasional duties/visits to Head Office in Havant, Hampshire and attendance, from time-to-time, of other charity events across the country

Region: Midlands, covering counties within a 60 mile radius of Birmingham.

Hours of work: 35 hours per week (Full Time) please note that this position includes some evening and weekend working.

We are seeking a passionate, motivated, individual with past, proven, experience in developing Community Fundraising activities to meet defined income targets. The successful canidate will ensure that appropriate community fundraising activities are implemented and managed to deliver budgets, targets and income in-line with agreed plans and strategies.

Who are we looking for?

• A confident self-starter, an experienced relationship builder who is able to identify and nurture opportunities to the benefit of the charity and it’s beneficiaries
• Experience of managing mass participation events and enthusiastic about making new connections
• Experienced in managing income, budgets and meeting financial targets
• A flexible working approach, someone that welcomes the opportunity to help grow and develop community fundraising activities for a small, but dynamic, medical and health research charity
• Homebased, comfortable and confident in remote working, supported by a small team based in Havant, Hampshire
• A confident driver, with own vehicle, able to travel and cover the Midlands area, as defined by the terms of employment, with occasional travel to the charity’s Head Office in Hampshire

*Download the full job description and charity overview below*

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 25 Days Annual Holiday
• 8 additional Public Holidays
• TOIL for hours over 35 per week
• Mobile phone & laptop
• Business element of private car insurance reimbursed
• Standard Life workplace pension

Check out our website for further information on all aspects of Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation on our website. To apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.

At CHAS, we are on a mission.  We’re going to make sure wherever there is a child in Scotland with a life shortening condition their family know about the vital support we can provide.  To do this we need to reach into every community across Scotland and this is where you come in! We are looking for a driven and ambitious individual to join the Community Fundraising team.

You will be responsible for getting out into the local community, raising awareness and engaging your supporters in their fundraising!  You will grow and develop existing relationships and create new community fundraising activity alongside an amazing Fundraising and Communications team. You will manage a fantastic group of existing CHAS volunteers and grow your volunteer networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Relationship management of existing and new community fundraising supporters and volunteers
   
• Create new, cost-effective, community-based fundraising activities within a specific geographic area, ensuring
  contacts are established and maintained.
   
• In line with the community fundraising strategy, take the lead on a specific income stream, developing materials and fundraising activities.
   
• Provide market-intelligence and research on the community fundraising function, enabling future planning of activities within CHAS.
   
• Regularly present complex fundraising information to groups, including existing and potential supporters.
   
• Delegate work to volunteers, ensuring appropriate support mechanisms are in place and that individual skills are utilised appropriately.

About you

In order to successfully drive fundraising and support for CHAS in your area, you will work co-operatively with colleagues, form meaningful relationships with others, demonstrate initiative, act with integrity and be accountable for your actions and decisions. You will also have:

• A HND or equivalent qualification.
   
• Experience of growing external financial support by developing new contacts and networks.
   
• Advanced level of communication and presentation skills
   
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and related software applications.
   
• Highly developed inter-personal skills.

About CHAS

At CHAS, our ambition is to reach every family in Scotland who is living with the heart-breaking prognosis that their child is dying, and offer them our care and support to empower them to make the most of the short time they have together. As a Community Fundraiser, you will be instrumental in achieving this vision.

Further Information and How to Apply
 

Further information can be found in the attached documents.

To be part of the future of CHAS, please follow the link to our website, click 'Apply Now' at the top of this screen and complete our online application form. Please note that we are unable to accept CV’s.

This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.

Camden Community Connector  28 hours per week

SO1 £30,012 to £31,764 pro rata + 6% contributory pension

(Initial 6 month contract with the possibility of an extension)

Closing date: 9 am Thursday 30th January 2020

Interview date: Tuesday 4th February 2020

As a Community Connector you will be an excellent active listener with proven experience of supporting individuals, who are facing challenging circumstances, to engage with others.

Age UK Camden Community Connectors sits alongside other services such as Care Navigation and Social Prescribing, Befriending, Advice and Dementia Wellbeing.  ABC is itself a multi-agency programme with older people as its focus, aimed at reducing social isolation and collecting better evidence of what works. ABC’s other commissioned services include local community development projects, men’s action, inter-generational activity, inter-generational work, a service focussed on Bangladeshi elders, LGBT Connects

We are looking for an experienced temporary Community & Events Fundraising Assistant for an inspiring medical charity . You will need strong FR/Events experience with use of Raisers Edge. Immediate start !

The Role
Be responsible for importing key data to Raisers Edge. Ensure all supporter data is logged accurately on Raisers Edge. Assist with amendments and data cleaning as required. Monitor income coding and ensure accurate record keeping.
Provision of administrative and project support to the Community & Events.
Attend events and assist with activities on the day as directed, including set up and break down, preparation of event materials, and assisting volunteers/fundraisers.
Offering excellent customer care and delivering high standard of stewardship to supporters.
Assist with collation, packing and dispatch of materials for events. Monitor and maintain department stock levels of fundraising and support materials.

The Candidate
Experience of general office administration and support.
Experience of using a customer database, such as Raisers Edge or similar.
Demonstrable commitment to collaborative team work; able to develop positive working relationships internally and externally.
Good IT skills, in particular use of Word, Excel and Outlook.
Good standard of numeracy; able to maintain/monitor accurate financial records.

IMPORTANT NOTE

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

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

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

Title: Events Fundraiser

Reports to:  Head of Fundraising

Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 depending upon experience

Based at: 74 St Annes Road, Woolston, Southampton, SO19 9FF

Hours of work: Full-time [37.5 hours per week]

Team Association: Development

Job Purpose

• To manage existing UK and international fundraising events and recruit supporters to all challenge events

• Further develop the UK & international events programme

• Manage and grow allocated corporate relationships

• To meet and exceed where possible financial targets

Profile and Scope

Sailors’ Society is looking for an enthusiastic, professional, full-time Events Fundraiser. The preferred candidate will have:

• Sales experience of recruiting corporate support and participants for fundraising events

• A strong track record of event management within the fundraising sector

• An excellent track record in building relationships across many different audience groups

Reporting Relationships and Organisational Fit

The Events Fundraiser role is available due to the current post holder moving on.

Location

The post is located in Sailors’ Society Southampton offices and the Events Fundraiser is expected to live in working week commuting distance.

Although predominantly office based the post holder will have to travel to events both within the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Management

• Manage all elements of designated events, to include research, business plans, timelines, budgets and communications plan

• Liaison with events suppliers, volunteers and third party companies

• Ensure all legal event requirements are fulfilled e.g. risk assessment, negotiate insurance

• Design and implement a full communications journeys for participants for each event

• Work with the Media and Advocacy department to ensure all marketing/PR opportunities are fulfilled for each event.

• Work with Corporate Partnerships and Program Teams to determine allocation of funds to projects

• Communicate clearly with Accounts Team on expected incoming and outgoing funds

Event Income Generation

• Responsible for running events to meet income and expenditure budgets, raising net income for the organisation

• Securing teams/table holders/delegates to attend Sailors’ Society events through emails, telephone calls, face to face meetings and group presentations.

• Designing a corporate sponsorship package for each event

• Secure corporate sponsorship for each event with appropriate lead times

• Ensure funds pledged are collected within the designated time frame.

• Maintaining administration systems to record proper record keeping and allocation of donations

• Contribute to the budget and financial reports, and participate in team financial planning

• Where appropriate , secure warm leads for the Corporate Partnerships team

Relationship Management

• Research, identify and make contact with new companies to develop meaningful relationships.

• Manage allocated corporate supporter relationships and communicate with them on behalf of other team members

• Motivate supporters to maximise the funds they raise.

• Encourage supporters to organise their own events to raise money.

• Ensure donors are thanked and receive updates on how their donations have helped

Innovation

• Constantly evolve the events programme by analysing the market and predicting future trends

• Contribute to identifying and developing new opportunities for events.

Compliance

• Ensure that we comply with relevant charity legislation and best practice.

The post holder will also be expected to work flexibly across Sailors’ Society and undertake tasks as required.

Person Specification (minimum requirement)

Essential Attributes

• A confident and persuasive fundraiser, unafraid to make direct approaches for support

• Experience in organising and delivering successful fundraising events

• Strong track record of working to financial targets

• Ability to work with a high degree of motivation and initiative

• An excellent communicator

• Exemplary skills in relationship building

• Good and clear writing skills

• Ability to manage a evolving workload of multiple events and corporate relationships

• Excellent IT Skills

• Enthusiastic personality with the ability to proactively respond to new opportunities

• Passionate about fundraising and events

• Ability to attend events out of office hours and travel internationally when required (current international trips are, on average three to four per year in the UK and abroad

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience of working within a sales or fundraising department

• An understanding of events fundraising in an international context

• Experience of increasing supporter engagement with an organisation

• Experience of using a Customer Relationship database such as Raisers Edge

Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• New modern building
• Friendly atmosphere
• Life assurance benefits
• Flexible working hours
• Out of town with easy access to main transport links

Mary Frances Trust (MFT) is a charity organisation established in 1994 by people who used mental health services, carers and professionals to support people with any mental or emotional health problems.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to:

• Work alongside people experiencing any kind of emotional or mental health issues for as long as they need, and inspire them to develop the skills that will help them to restore and maintain their emotional wellbeing.

• Involve people with experience of mental health at every level of the organisation so they can help us design, deliver, monitor and review our services to ensure they respond to their changing needs.

• Consistently challenge stigma attached to mental illness and raise awareness of the importance for everyone to look after their mental wellbeing.

• Lead and co-ordinate the development and delivery of first-class, voluntary mental health services in Surrey.

• Maintain sufficient funding streams to be able to provide person-centred services to people experiencing any kind of emotional or mental issues.

Background to Role:

NHS England recently announced a new transformation fund to be allocated to pilot sites within 12 Sustainability and Transformation Partnerships/ Integrated Care Systems across the country to test new and integrated models of primary and community mental health care. Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership is one of these successful pilot sites.

Extended appointments with mental health experts from the NHS, social care and specialist third sector organisations, plus access to therapies, physical health checks and pharmacists, are just some of the wider expertise patients will be able to access in their local GP practice and in the community under new ways of working. Patients will be able to explore the situation affecting their wellbeing – whether that is an ongoing mental or physical health problem, loneliness, debt, or other issues. They can then be guided to appropriate resources that may help, including talking therapies, benefits advice, or an introduction to a local community group.

Role of Community Connector

The role of the Community Connector is fundamental to the developing of these innovative new teams and mental health services based within networks of GP Practices (Primary Care Networks - PCNs). The role will support the ongoing development and mobilisation of integrated primary care mental health services.

Providing a primary care mental health service within this context refers to:

• First level of intervention

• Ease of access

• A multidisciplinary approach working a range of professionals across PCN’s inclusive of GP’s, Practice nurses, Mental Health Practitioners, Pharmacists and Clinical Psychologist.

• Coordinating and supporting patients to access to a wide range of community services and resources including social care, housing, family, debt and employment counselling that support maintaining good health and wellbeing

As a lead provider of the Community Connections service in Surrey, Mary Frances Trust are now looking to recruit a Community Connector to be based at a GP Clinic in Banstead.

At times this post will include some lone working and as such the ideal person will be comfortable working this way.

Please see the Job Description for details.

To apply please download Job Description and Application form from either this site or the Mary Frances Trust website and return to John Anderton, address and email can be found on application form.

The role is presently a fixed term contract until 31 March 2021 which may be extended depending on the project outcome and funding.

Job Description

To develop and manage an exciting range of fundraising events whilst raising the profile of Salisbury Hospice Charity.

SCOPE OF JOB

To engage, inspire and motivate existing supporters, new supporters, volunteers and staff to ensure the maximum amount of income is generated from fundraising events.

Responsibilities and Duties

DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Income Generation

To develop sustainable income through the management of events as follows;

• Agree set objectives and financial targets with the Head of Fundraising
• Produce event plans and monitor the development of each event ensuring that income and other objectives are achieved
• Assess potential target audiences for event marketing, develop range of promotional materials and designs for approval, and co-ordinate dispatch of literature.
• Research and negotiate most cost effective options for all event operations. Work to set budgets, monitoring expenditure and keeping accurate records.
• Ensure that accurate and up to date records are kept of all income generated from fundraising events and that all donations are acknowledged, liaising with Finance Department as necessary.
• Liaise with fundraising event organisers/sponsors, agreeing service levels and responsibilities. Present a positive image as a Salisbury Hospice Trust representative and point of contact for all events.
• Undertake feasibility and risk assessments, to ensure that any Salisbury Hospice Trust liability in relation to a fundraising event is adequately covered.
• Recruit, brief, and support participants/volunteers involved in fundraising events, from initial enquiry to post event stage. Provide appropriate information and efficient account management. Maintain a positive attitude and proactive contact to motivate and support fundraisers.
• Ensure that appropriate literature, fundraising materials etc. are provided at events.
• Attend all events for which you have responsibility, coordinating activities, staff and volunteers on the day.
• Undertake evaluation of fundraising events, including post-event debriefing and feedback from participants and, if appropriate suggest improvements for future events.
• Implement new fundraising events in order to maximise the opportunity to raise funds and the profile of Salisbury Hospice Charity.
• Research and develop new ideas and opportunities for fundraising events, including market analysis, feasibility studies, identifying resources, budget requirements, potential return on investment.
• Develop relationships with external event organisers, service providers and other hospices in order to maximise the opportunities to promote awareness of Salisbury Hospice Charity with a wide range of audiences.
• Remain alert for opportunities to secure event sponsorship. Work with Fundraising colleagues to develop sponsorship proposals as required.
• Ensure that the Events programme is integrated into a pro-active PR and media programme.
• Build an understanding of Salisbury Hospice Charity including the requirements and priorities ensuring familiarity with key messages and campaigns, and their relevance to the work of the Fundraising Team.
• Act as point of contact for all events for which you have a responsibility.
• Maintain an up to date knowledge of charity law affecting fundraising and events.
• Arrange/attend regular meetings with staff and volunteers to ensure that they are fully briefed on the type of activities and information required to make events successful.
• To oversee the relevant copy for our website, e-newsletter and other mediums.
• To support the use of the Raisers Edge database as a fundraising tool by contributing to the building of donor profiles and action tracks.

This job description gives a general outline of the post and is not intended to provide a complete list of duties. It may, therefore, be amended from time-to-time in consultation with the post-holder.

Qualifications and Skills

PERSON SPECIFICATION

NB E = essential, D = desirable.

• Empathy and understanding of the vision and philosophy of Salisbury Hospice Charity (E)
• 2/3 years’ experience of successfully organising a wide variety of fundraising and profile raising events (E)
• Experience of managing own workload effectively and planning and organising work to meet deadlines (E)
• Experience of working effectively without close supervision dealing with problems as they arise (E)
• Experience of drawing up budgets and managing income/expenditure (E)
• Able to communicate clearly and assertively with people at all levels (E)
• Able to produce correspondence and promotional material in good clear English and to produce accurate work to a high standard at all times (E)
• Able to keep thorough, accurate and up to date records (E)
• Able to work as part of a team (E)
• Numeracy, Skills and the ability to develop budgets and a basic understanding of financial accounts (E)
• Demonstrable Knowledge of Microsoft Office software in particular, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook and databases (E)
• Experience of maximising fundraising opportunities (E)
• Budget preparation and negotiating skills (E)
• Venue sourcing, liaising with sponsors, the general public and volunteers and maintaining good relationships with them (D)
• Public Speaking and presentations (E)
• Mathematical, Literacy and IT skills are essential (E)
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written (E)
• Strong organisational and time management skills and with excellent attention to detail (E)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines (E)
• Full Driving Licence and use of car for travel, with Insurance for Business Use (E)

Desirable

• Experience of designing and developing promotional material in support of fundraising events (D)
• Experience of working with volunteers (D)
• Member of the Institute of Fundraising (D)

Qualifications:

• Equivalent experience (E)
• Marketing or fundraising qualification (D)
• Full driving licence (E)
• Own vehicle (E)

Knowledge and skills:

• Excellent communication skills both written and spoken, clearly communicating complex issues in an accessible style to a variety of audiences (E)
• Excellent analytical skills, and ability to identify solutions, and implement resolutions (D)
• Familiarity with and expertise in using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook (E)
• CRM Database skills (D)
• Raiser’s Edge database skill (D)
• Excellent office skills including filing, record-keeping, prioritisation (E)
• Understanding of donor/customer care (E)
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure (E)
• Good trouble shooting skills (E)

Experience

• Experience of working within a fundraising environment (D)
• Experience of working within a busy office environment (D)
• Experience of working with volunteers (D)

Attributes and abilities:

• Communicate well with staff at all levels throughout the organisation (E)
• Communicate well with an external audience including hospice staff, volunteers and the general public (E)
• Work to tight deadlines, with proven ability to prioritise whilst working under pressure (E)
• Use of own Car (E)

Benefits

Salary:

£24 - £27k depending on experience

Closing date -

14th February

Interview dates:

W/C 17th February

Job Type: Full time (35 hrs)

Job Location: Salisbury

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £24,000.00 to £27,000.00 /year

Ubuntu Pathways

Ubuntu Pathways (formerly Ubuntu Education Fund) is a nonprofit organization that provides an integrated support system of health, education, and social support in the townships of Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Over the past 20 years, what began as a fortuitous meeting between two strangers has grown into an internationally-recognized blueprint for community transformation. Ubuntu has redefined mainstream development models by focusing on the depth rather than breadth of our impact on a community of 400,000. We believe in trusting those closest to the problem to create the solution. In partnership with the Bertha Foundation, we have created a world-class staff development initiative and today, 95% of our team are leaders from the community we serve.

Team Purpose

To deliver a high-end gala event which showcases Ubuntu’s work to high net-worth individuals, in order to raise essential event revenue, secure new support, maintain existing major donor relationships and increase Ubuntu’s profile in the UK.

Role Purpose

The role of the Special Events Co-ordinator is to provide administrative and project support to the Special Events Manager, focusing on maintaining organised, efficient and effective processes in the three key areas outlined below, ensuring all tasks are completed in a timely manner. In addition, you will be expected to lead co-ordination of certain key projects on your own, with minimal supervision.

Project Co-ordination & Marketing:

• Under the supervision of the Special Events Manager you will assist with the print for all event collateral, pledge moment and volunteer processes from start to finish.  You assist in keeping the projects on track, to deadlines, ensuring effective communication throughout
• Maintain relevant spread sheets relating to this role and attendees list in database
• Attend supplier meeting and site visits
• Contribute to the development of gala messaging, set design, look & feel of the event and all fundraising strategies
• Recruit, brief and manage volunteers
• Take responsibility for pre & post event processes including collation of any items to and from site and thanking all event contacts appropriately
• Book all staff, musician, speaker, staff travel and accommodation
• Research and source potential musicians & entertainment options, as well as venues and other suppliers

Onsite Support:

• To provide hands-on support on the day and evening of the event to the Special Events Manager
• To brief and manage a team of volunteers during the day and evening of the event
• To assist with coordination of the live auction process – ensuring an exceptional donor experience
• To manage some suppliers onsite if required

General/Other:

• Liaise with internal customers, suppliers, sponsors and donors via all modes of communication ensuring excellent customer service is given in all correspondence
• Arrange couriers, deliveries of materials, props etc.
• Copying, printing, mailing and filing
• Liaise with suppliers and companies on behalf of the Special Events Manager if and when required
• To undertake any other relevant duties or projects delegated by the Special Events Manager, which are in line with the responsibilities of this role

Ideal Candidate

This is an ideal position for someone who wishes to progress in the fields of events and fundraising within the charity sector and is an excellent opportunity to make a positive contribution to Ubuntu’s growth and work in South Africa.

The following skills are essential to this role:

• Excellent organisation, administration and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks/projects at the same time whilst managing changing priorities
• Ability to deliver a high standard of work to tight deadlines in a timely and effective manner
• Experience in events and fundraising highly beneficial
• Competent to work with people at all levels, both internally and externally to the organisation – especially key suppliers to ensure services are delivered effectively and expectations are exceeded
• Confidence and ability to lead co-ordination on certain key projects from start to finish with minimal supervision
• Confidence and ability to manage volunteers onsite
• Ability to research thoroughly, summarise and offer sound recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to proof read a MUST
• IT Literate (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and ) – especially effective spread sheet, database management and use of PowerPoint
• Ability to remain calm and professional in any circumstance
• Self-motivated, highly enthusiastic, a positive attitude and willing to go that extra mile
• Flexible to work some evenings if and when required
• Availability on Thursday 14th May is essential
• Administrative & operational experience ideally gained in events or hospitality, specifically charity fundraisers, corporate awards and galas

The following skills are desirable:

• Ability to contribute creative ideas to fundraising strategies and marketing materials

Conditions, including but not limited to the below:

1. Appointment subject to: Satisfactory references
2. Salary: £21,500 - £23,000 pro rata, depending on availability and commensurate with experience.
3. Contract: Fixed term until June 2020.
4. Expenses: Expenses incurred in connection with work in accordance with organisational policy will be paid.
5. Pension: There is a pension scheme which employees may join if they choose to do so.
6. Work Base:  This is a central London-based post.
7. Normal Hours of Work: Your normal hours of work are 9am to 6pm, Monday - Friday
8. Holiday Entitlement: In addition to 8 day’s customary holidays, 20 working days pro rata paid holiday in each holiday year. In addition, the Company’s offices will be closed for one week at the end of each calendar year during which you will not be required to work but will be paid as usual.
9. Notice: One week’s written notice on either side is required for the termination of the appointment
10. Eligibility: Applicants must already be eligible to work in the UK, with a valid visa and work permit if required. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and caring individual to join our Community Sight Loss Advice team, providing information, advice and guidance to people living with sight loss across Bristol, Bath and South Gloucestershire.  The role will work 1-1 with clients, assessing their needs and preparing appropriate action plans to ensure that they are accessing support, equipment and training to help them adjust to their sight loss. The role will involve travel around the region, and will be based in our Bristol office.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team delivering services which make a real difference to the everyday lives of people living with sight loss, providing them with the support they need to continue to lead independent, safe and fulfilling lives.  

Full details of the post can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.   Vision West of England is committed to quality, equality and valuing diversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a sight loss charity, we particularly encourage applicants who are visually impaired to apply.

To apply for this post please upload a CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the post. If you would like to know more about the role before you apply, informal confidential discussions prior to application are welcome; please call our Bristol office to arrange an appointment.

Closing Date: Monday 27th January at 5pm.

Interviews will be held Thursday 30th or Friday 31st January.

Reporting to the Director of RA Services, the Volunteer Engagement Coordinator will be a vital part of the NRAS team, working closely with membership and information & support teams as well as supporting Policy & Communications and Fundraising activities.  This role will be responsible for the recruitment, training and ongoing support to all volunteers in the various activities they undertake representing and supporting NRAS goals and aims. Online and face to face support will be required to motivate and manage the diverse group.

The Volunteer Engagement Coordinator will also have responsibility for distribution of regular communications to all volunteers to encourage and inspire their activities as well as acknowledging their achievements.

The post holder will oversee the charity’s groups’ activities across the UK and look to develop the group network further by empowering them to be local ambassadors for the society. There is administrative support NRAS office offers to the groups to help with their promotion of their activities and finance management.

The post holder will need to be organised, focused and member/volunteer oriented with how they work, sometimes managing competing deadlines. 

The VE Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring compliance with GDPR and ensure data and contact details are handled appropriately, updated as required and stored securely on Salesforce. 

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting all NRAS Groups across the UK with email promotions for meetings, updating the website, creating printed promotional material along with regular contact with Volunteer Group Leaders and supporting them with other requests as required.

• The Volunteer engagement coordinator will be responsible for maintaining and updating salesforce database to ensure for all communications relating to group or volunteering activities are accurately maintained in line with GDPR.

• Responsible for recruiting and managing all Volunteer applications for NRAS and JIA at NRAS and inducting and training new Volunteers.

• Responsible for managing and supporting the NRAS Volunteer Ambassador networks across the UK, establishing tasks and projects and setting up a Young Ambassadors programme.

• To set up a programme of presentations where volunteers will engage wit ha wide range of services and organisations such as NHS to promote the work of NRAS increasing access to the RA community, family and friends

• Responsible for finding and matching Volunteers to take part in numerous projects and events across the UK, ensuring volunteers are equipped and  fully briefed, maintaining communications between the stakeholders and volunteers.

• Work with the Information and Support Team to ensure their needs are being met with the Volunteers that are available for the Peer to Peer telephone support programme and New2RA Right Start, supporting them as required with further recruitment.  

• Work with the Director of Services, the National Patient Champion and the Youth and Family Services Manager to create an effective and robust volunteering strategy that will cover all areas of the charity and the requests for volunteer activity from the numerous external stakeholders.

• Work with the Head of RA Services, the National Patient Champion and the Youth and Family Services Manager to create online and some face to face training for new and existing NRAS Volunteers to build on our existing programmes.  

• To travel within the UK to help build and maintain relationships with NRAS Groups, Volunteers and stakeholders including rheumatology teams who support the local NRAS groups, identifying suitable volunteers ti further NRAS strategy aims and objectives.

• Responsible for adding NRAS Group attendee and Volunteer details to the NRAS database, ensure mailing lists are kept up to date and are compliant with GDPR.

• To ensure expenditure is kept within budget.

General

To participate in NRAS team training and contribute to team activities.

To attend regular team meetings and individual catchups.

To undertake any other duties as requested by a manager consistent with the role.

The role will involve working outside of Monday to Friday and 9-5, there will be travelling throughout UK.

To maintain a standard of dress that is appropriate to the role.

To maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure respect for all other members of staff.

To communicate effectively with all NRAS staff and volunteers.

Position in Organisation

The post holder will report to the Director of RA Services.

The post holder will work closely with:

• Director of RA Services
• NRAS Members, Groups and Volunteers
• The NRAS Helpline Team and the Publications and Information Resource Manager
• Rheumatology Health Professionals across the UK
• External industry contacts
• The Youth and Family Services Manager for JIA at NRAS

The post holder may also work with:

• The Trusts and Giving Manager
• The Trusts and Company Giving Fundraiser
• Policy and Communications Manager
• Membership Officer
• Marketing and Communications Team

Other Duties

• Regular travel (UK based) including overnight stays
• Out of hours working, potentially including occasional weekends
• Any other duties as requested by the SMT

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications - A level
Desirable Volunteer Management Qualification

Experience

• Work in a similar role managing volunteers in a charity setting

• Implementation of volunteer recruitment and training programmes

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent people skills
• Proficient use of databases
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office package

• Use of Salesforce database
• Understanding of MailChimp or other mass email marketing tool
• Understanding of the health environment
• Understanding of rheumatoid arthritis and its treatment

Personal Circumstances & Attributes

• Full driving licence and car owner
• Outgoing and friendly personality, able to communicate confidently with people of all levels, from health professionals to stakeholders and volunteers
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with volunteers and be a motivational influence
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects
• Highly motivated and committed
• Great attention to detail
• Flexible
• Team player
• Positive outlook and approach, can do attitude
• Ability to represent charity at external events
• Willingness to travel and work out of hours when required

Desirable - Confident presenter/speaker either in a training environment or at events

This role is based on a 35 hours per week flexible working hours to accommodate work requirements.

Location: Maidenhead, there is scope for the role to be based in another part of the UK with remote working and management systems.

Events Fundraiser

Meningitis Now is looking for an Events Fundraiser to recruit participants for its events programme and to work with participants to ensure that they meet, and hopefully exceed, their sponsorship targets.

• Job Title:  Events Fundraiser
• Salary band:  £18,000 - £23,000 per annum pro rata (depending on experience) 
• Hours: 28 to 35 hours per week
• Location: Stroud, Gloucestershire

Meningitis Now is a bold, brave and influential charity making a real difference in the UK. With our beneficiaries and supporters at the heart of everything we do, our vision is simple – a future where no lives are lost to meningitis in the UK and everyone affected gets the support they need to rebuild their lives.

Job purpose 

To work as part of a small team to recruit participants for the Meningitis Now fundraising events programme and ensure that they meet, and hopefully exceed, their income targets.

The events programme currently consists of:

• Virgin Money London Marathon
• Simply Health Great North Run
• Prudential RideLondon
• London Landmarks Half Marathon
• Three Peaks Challenge

Although there is an element of event organisation required for these events, the majority is of this is undertaken by professional events companies. This role is primarily a marketing, fundraising and supporter care role.

The Community Fundraising team manage supporter led events i.e. people hosting their own events on our behalf.

Benefits

In return, the successful candidate will receive 30 days annual leave entitlement per annum (pro rata) plus bank holidays, a cash health care plan, employer matched pension contribution (up to 5%), death in service benefit and long-term service rewards.  

Interested?

For an informal chat please contact Kirsty Owen-Hayward, Events Manager. If you think you have the skills to fulfil this exciting role in the UK’s leading meningitis charity and would like more information please see the full job description.

To apply please complete the online application form via our website.

*We are unable to accept CV’s*

Closing dates for applications: Monday 27 January at 9am

Interviews: w/c 3 February

Meningitis Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to complete regular safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.