The position of Community Engagement Programme Officer is a full-time permanent post (37.5 hours per week). It is based at CSE’s offices in Bristol. In general, work will be undertaken during standard working hours 9am-5pm, although occasional evening and weekend work may be required when travelling, attending and delivering events.

The salary for the post will be on Scale E (£24,695 to £27,952). Starting salary will be at the lower end of the range, with precise level depending on skills, relevant experience and qualifications. A suitably qualified and experienced applicant should expect to find themselves towards the middle of the range following successful completion of their 6-month probationary period. Subsequent movement is dependent on annual appraised performance against the defined role profile for the post.

CSE operates a generous ethical company pension scheme (8% from employer, 6% from employee) which the post-holder will be automatically enrolled to in line with current legislation.

CSE also offers salary sacrifice childcare vouchers and subsidised bike purchase arrangements through the cycle to work scheme both of which are available once the probationary period is completed.

To apply visit our website and download the job role and the application form.

We are an energetic local charity working for older adults in Waltham Forest.

We are now a growing and rapidly changing organisation, we are keen to develop new services and diversify our income streams.

We are seeking an experienced Manager to develop and provide a range of high quality fee-based wellbeing and community services which enable older people in Waltham Forest to maintain active, healthy lifestyles within their local communities.

The successful candidate will be entrepreneurial and responsible for the development and day-to-day running of a range of services such as Handyperson, Foot care and the business planning for a new charity shop. 

This role will include researching, financial modelling, managing budgets, marketing and producing reports on the performance of the service.

Experience of successful delivery and development of Services, (preferably fee-based) and excellent administration is essential to this role.

We offer 25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays and a pension with employer contribution of 4%. The 21 hours are flexible across 4-5 days per week

Age UK Waltham Forest is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 8am, Monday 9th December 2019.

Interviews will be held: w/c Monday 16th December.

We do not accept CVs, please apply via our website with the link provided.

Job title: Finance Manager

Location: Based in Bargoed.

Salary: £36,000 to £40,000 plus a pension contribution.

Hours per week:  37

About us:

Citizens Advice Caerphilly Blaenau Gwent, a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee, is the largest Citizens Advice service in Wales and one of the largest in the England and Wales network.

From our newly refurbished head office in Bargoed we run a range of services across our two counties, across the whole of Gwent and, from our 100 seat contact centre in Caerphilly, multiple telephone and digital advice services across England and Wales.

Over the last five years we have seen substantial growth and now employ just under 150 people and manage a budget in excess of £3.5 million.

About the role:

An  exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Finance Manager to join our team. The Finance Manager will be an integral part of the Senior Management Team.

As Finance Manager you will report to the Chief Executive Officer and hold a key relationship with the Trustee Board Treasurer. You will lead and develop the interface between management and the Trustees on financial matters and provide sound financial advice to Trustees, the Finance Committee, the Chief Executive, Operational Managers and other senior management colleagues. Ideally, you will have substantial experience in a similar role in the third sector environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To proactively lead an effective, efficient and professional Finance Function.

• To contribute, at a senior level, to the overall strategic and operational direction and objectives of the organisation including the development of the Charity’s business plan and risk register.

• To take responsibility for the provision of high quality financial reporting in support of the Charity’s operational objectives.

• To proactively protect and safeguard the charity’s assets, facilities and systems. 

• To lead on the development and maintenance of policies and procedures to ensure that the financial management of the charity complies with our internal policies, the relevant regulatory bodies and good practice.

• To lead on the development of appropriate financial management arrangements and advice to support the long-term financial sustainability of the charity.

• To oversee the work of the Finance Officer; providing support and the opportunity to reach full potential.

• Preparation of management accounts/finance reports on a quarterly basis and presentation to the Finance Committee and Trustee Board.

• To manage the preparation of the annual budget within the agreed timetable.

• To provide budget holders with accurate and timely performance and cost information to allow them to manage and understand their budgets effectively.

• Deal with all aspects of financial reporting to funders.

• To prepare the year-end statutory accounts and working papers satisfying all legislative and administrative requirements. To liaise with the external auditors.

• Other duties in keeping with the role of Finance Manager and a member of the Senior Management Team.

Essential skills and attributes

• The ability to commit to and work within the aims, principles and policies of the Citizens Advice service.

• Qualification with a recognised body in accounting/business and/or qualified by accounting experience.

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and reporting skills.

• High standard of IT literacy including accounting software, MS Office and in particular advanced Excel skills. 

• Commercially astute.

• An understanding of the Third Sector financial landscape, including grant funding, tenders and funder reporting.

• A working knowledge of accounting in the Charity Sector in recording and preparing financial records in accordance with the Charity SORP.

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role in a Third Sector environment.

• Ability to clearly explain technical financial information to non-finance colleagues and Trustees.

• Experience of producing financial reports for a range of audiences.

• Ability to interpret and analyse data to a high standard.

• Experience in the preparation of business plans, financial planning and budgeting.

• Positive leadership and management skills including experience of managing staff.

Closing date: 12 noon 29 November 2019

See Job pack for further information.

About the Role

Camphill Village Trust is looking for a General Manager for our Gloucestershire Communities that has vision and leadership and the ability to get things done.

You will responsible for the delivery of the care and support to around 90 people with learning and other disabilities across the region, supported by two Care and Support Managers, one holding the Registered Managers status, and the wider estate including liaising with the relevant colleagues around property, land, farm and gardens.

As a member of the leadership team you will engage in new and upcoming projects to drive up quality standards and contribute to Camphill Village Trust’s bold strategy and vision that reaches out to more people, builds new connections while remaining sustainable within the sector’s financial context.

To be successful in this role you will need experience of managing care and support services, but this is just the starting point. You will be a confident leader that can motivate your team to deliver high quality services and have the creativity to see beyond the norm. The people we support will be at the heart of what you believe and do - ensuring a life of opportunity. Communicating and managing change will be part of your strengths to deliver the change agenda in line with the strategic direction of the Trust.

For more information or an informal conversation about the role, please find details in the application pack attached or visit our website.

Closing Date:Monday 16 December 2019, by 12.00 noon

Interview Date: Monday 6 January or Tuesday 7 January 2020

PAPYRUS is the national UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide
and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people.

DESIGNATION:                          Regional Development Manager (London)

HOURS:                                         36 hours per week (incl. unsocial hours, some weekends and evenings)

SALARY:                                       NJC Scale 27-30 (£30,507 - £32,878) plus 17% London weighting & 5% pension contribution

LOCATION:                                London office with regular travel across London and to Warrington, Birmingham and Cardiff as required

RESPONSIBLE TO:                   Head of Programme Development for England

ACCOUNTABLE FOR:             Community Project Suicide Prevention Advisors/Trainers, Administration Assistant, Local volunteers in region

PURPOSE OF POST

1. To identify and engage local communities and key partners across the region
2. To contribute to financial sustainability of the charity in the London region
3. To raise the profile of PAPYRUS in London     

                                                                      Training delivery and awareness raising     

                                                                      Community engagement projects     

                                                                      Volunteer/member engagement 

      4. To motivate support and develop the staff and volunteers based in the London area

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To identify and engage local communities and key partners across the region
   • Develop and maintain effective partnerships with other agencies locally and regionally where aims align with those of PAPYRUS.
   •  Ensure that PAPYRUS is embedded in local communities across London, building and maintaining the public profile of the Charity
   • Support and develop the strategic plan and operational delivery of the plan for London in       accordance with the overall Charity aims.
2. To contribute to financial sustainability of the charity in the London region
   • Have responsibility for identifying and securing local and regional opportunities for further business development, working with management and the fundraising team to ensure sufficient income to deliver the strategic plan for the region.
   • Work with commissioners and stakeholders to identify and secure business opportunities, actively driving and promoting our training products to promote suicide prevention activities in the region.
   • Identify and secure opportunities and funding for project development and delivery.
   • Deliver the operational plan objectives for our work in London.
3. To raise the profile of PAPYRUS in London
   • Promote PAPYRUS membership and engage actively with those personally affected by young suicide in the region.
   • Responsibility for delivery of funded community development projects identified within the plan.
   • Deliver presentations and training on PAPYRUS and young suicide prevention.
   • Support local communities to develop appropriate local young suicide prevention plans.
   • Facilitate a culture which addresses stigma around suicide and so contribute to an increase in help-seeking behaviours.
   • Act as a ‘Knowledge Broker’ in the areas of Community Development, Suicide Prevention and Sustainability within your region.
4. To manage the staff and volunteers based in London
   • Line manage the PAPYRUS team based in the London office liaising with managers and colleagues to ensure consistency in training products, projects and delivery within the organisation.
   • Continue to develop the local team with their own individual training to ensure quality of project delivery and increasing knowledge of suicide prevention.
   • Collect and analyse all data within agreed protocols and maintain appropriate office administrative systems to support and enhance regional activity.
   • Contribute to and lead on relevant evaluation and monitoring activities to demonstrate project outcomes and impact.
   • Recruit and work with volunteers, encouraging their participation in our work. Ensuring the role of volunteers is promoted and valued.
   • Build on current policies and procedures identifying key strengths and areas for growth and continuing to develop best practice.
5. Other responsibilities
   • Understand your duties and manage any matters relating to safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults within PAPYRUS policy.
   • Contribute as required to the advice and information PAPYRUS provides on its website, its social media portals and in its literature for the public and stakeholders.
   • Contribute to and promote PAPYRUS Campaigns as outlined in the Regional and Strategic Plans.
   • Contribute to and promote PAPYRUS Training and Seminars as outlined in the Regional and Strategic Plans.
   • Work directly with young people and families as key stakeholders.
   • Respect confidentiality and manage data according to PAPYRUS policy.
   • Contribute constructively to regular supervision and appraisal protocols.
   • Contribute to and attend PAPYRUS conferences and seminars as required.
   • Attend training courses as required.

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

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

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

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

QUALIFICATIONS See Person Specification

About us

The Ocean Regeneration Trust is a well-established local charity committed to supporting residents living on the Ocean Estate by bringing together local people and organisations to address local community needs.

The opportunity

The Ocean Regeneration Trust is looking for a Centre Manager to support the set up and management of a Community Centre in the heart of the Ocean Estate in Stepney.

About the role

The role will be pivotal in the smooth and successful day-to-day running of the Centre, building a welcoming, busy and vibrant community space and providing services and activities for the community. The Centre Manager will be involved in helping to shape and launch new activities and events and establishing new partnerships as well as ensuring that the building is well maintained and compliant with current legislation. They will work to maximise use of the available facilities and identify new opportunities through effective marketing, networking and innovative solutions.

Person specification

This exciting new role will suit someone who is a self-starter with a responsible, resilient and resourceful approach.

How to apply: Please attach a CV and a detailed covering letter explaining why you will be a good fit for the role and why you would like ot work for us. (Applications without a detailed covering letter will not be accepted)

For more information: Please see attached job description and person specification

Deadline for receipt of applications: 5pm, Thursday 10th December 2019

Interview date: Thursday 17th December 2019

Manage the London team for this nationally loved charity and iconic annual appeal.

Lead the work of eight community fundraisers to deliver this charity’s community fundraising strategy in London, budget £6.5 million.

Job specification

• Manage multiple priorities and budget, and make sound business decisions, to help deliver the community fundraising strategy
• lead and inspire a team of community fundraisers to exceed income targets
• manager a mixed portfolio of income-generating activity
• develop relationships with key regional supporters and partners

Person specification

• Passionate about supporting the people this charity helps
• Great people management skills
• Thrives working in and supporting a team
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Event management experience
• Experience managing a significant fundraising budget
• Experience building effective corporate fundraising relationships

To apply for this role, please click Apply with Charityjob to submit your CV to Nicola Hall at QuarterFive Fundraising Recruitment. If your experience is a good fit, we will send you a job description and arrange a briefing call or meeting that will provide you with all the information required to formally apply. QuarterFive aims to proactively support your job search, so we may also consider your details for other job vacancies to enable us to find a position that is most suitable for you.

Job title: Community and Events Fundraising Officer          

Department: Fundraising

Reporting to: Head of Fundraising

Salary: £26,000 to 28,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Deptford

Closing date: Monday 2nd December 2019 at 12 pm

Interviews: Tuesday 10th December 2019

Hours: 35 hours per week including some evenings and weekends

Annual leave: 25 days plus 8 Statutory Bank Holidays.

About the role

We are looking for a talented and ambitious individual to generate income for the 999 Club through the development and implementation of a Community and Events Fundraising strategy. This will involve reviewing, managing, and delivering the current events and community fundraising programme, safeguarding existing income streams and building sustainable growth through events and community fundraising. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and skilled Community and Events fundraiser who is confident and capable in taking the lead on this key strand of our fundraising stream.

You will be supported by the Head of Fundraising. You will also be managing the charity’s social media channels as well as the CRM database.

About you

The ideal candidate will bring experience of successfully building events fundraising streams through different challenge and bespoke events as well developing meaningful relationships with community organisations, schools and faith organisations. They will be results-orientated, managing our events portfolio and developing our income through community fundraising. They will build excellent working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders as they pull together details of life-changing programmes and projects that we are seeking funding for in order to help the people we support to rebuild their lives.

As we are a small team, a team-player attitude is a must, as well as a positive and can-do approach.

If you have excellent communication and event management skills, a natural ability to liaise with stakeholders, and determination to succeed, we would like to hear from you.

About the 999 Club

The 999 Club is a small, community charity of 16 staff making a big impact on ending rough sleeping in Lewisham. 

We believe in building on people’s strengths, aspirations and goals to help break the cycle of homelessness and help them move forward with their lives.

How to apply

Please upload your CV and supporting statement detailing how you meet the Job Description and Person Specification.

For further information please see the attached Job Description. 

A new exciting part time opportunity with CPSL Mind!

CPSL Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health organisation, looking for individuals who are committed to improving the lives of people using mental health services.

We are currently seeking a Community Fundraiser who is innovative, self-motivated and target driven.

Community Fundraiser
30 hours per week
Based in St Neots with regular travel across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Starting Salary: £23,026.35 per annum - £28,786.00 per annum, FTE (NJC Salary Scale Point 25)

This is a new exciting part time role and the successful post holder will maximise income from corporate, community and individual donors, whilst raising awareness of the work of CPSL Mind.  You will be a values-driven individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage a diverse workload.

This is a role with a strong sense of community and you will be able to demonstrate the maturity to manage a wide range of relationships in a positive manner and therefore be able to command the respect of fundraisers.  A minimum of 3 years in a similar role is required, with a proven track record of exceeding financial and non-financial targets.  It is also essential that you are a car driver with full access to a car, and you are willing to travel across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and work some hours in the evenings and at weekends.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date: Monday 9th December 2019, 09:00 hours
Interviews: 16th December 2019

PLEASE PRESS THE 'APPLICATION DETAILS' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY

We will only accept complete applications, which should include: Application Form, CV, Covering Letter and completed Equal Opportunities Form. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please. 

We are looking for a creative and driven Community Development Worker to support community groups and services in the South East of Lewisham. You will be working closely with a Community Facilitator who supports vulnerable adults to access community groups and services in your area. Your role will be to build the capacity of the community and voluntary sectors to respond effectively to the needs of their local community.

You will be working as an integral part of the multidisciplinary Neighbourhood Health and Social Care Teams, bringing community development expertise to the table and acting as a bridge between statutory services and the local community.

Community Connections strives to create an open and participative working environment. We work to our core values of being supportive, professional and person centred. These are reflected in the way we work with the people we support, with each other and with our partners. Teamwork, collective responsibility, and delegated authority are central to this process. A key element of all roles is to develop and maintain the organisation’s working ethos and culture.

The successful candidate will have experience and a good working knowledge of community development work with a wide range of agencies working across different sectors.You will be diplomatic and approachable with the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships across a variety of organisations and with highly developed written and verbal communication, presentation and negotiating skills.

If you are a good listener, a positive thinker, strong at multi tasking and passionate about supporting isolated people we want to hear from you.

Please note that this contract is 6 months with possibility of extension.

For full details please download our Recruitment Pack which includes a Job Description and Personal Specification. To apply, please ensure you complete the attached Application Form as well as the Equal Opportunities and Criminal Declaration forms.

Closing date for applications – 12:00 pm Monday 2nd December

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 10th December

Community Fundraiser – Scotland, Northern Ireland and Northern England

Permanent, full-time role

Salary circa £30,000 plus benefits and company car

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is the Royal Air Force’s leading welfare charity, supporting serving personnel and their families and veterans who need our help in older age.  In 2018 we spent £21million.

We need to recruit an exceptional community and challenge events fundraiser with the skills and experience to further develop our fundraising in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Northern England. You will be responsible for raising income through existing networks of supporters, volunteers and building new relationships within the RAF, community groups and local business.

You will be part of a team of 6 fundraisers reporting to the UK Community Fundraising Manager.

To be successful in this interesting and rewarding role you’ll need to have:

- proven experience of exceeding fundraising targets

- strong networking skills and the ability to quickly build relationships

- the ability to influence and motivate people to support us

  - passion and commitment to make a difference

You must have proven community fundraising experience, ideally possessing an Institute of Fundraising Certificate. You will also have initiative, flair and enthusiasm for the work of the RAF Benevolent Fund.  Knowledge of the RAF or the military or of military charities would be useful.

The role requires travel around a large geographical area and frequent overnight stays away from home as well as working evenings and weekends at events.

If you feel you have the exceptional qualities and enjoy creating new ways to develop and innovate in fundraising, then we would be delighted to hear from you. A detailed job profile is available on our website. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Zee Fletcher, UK Community Fundraising Manager.

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter, outlining why you believe you would excel at this role, to Pete Thompson, Head of HR, email.

Closing date for applications is 17:00 Thursday 28 November 2019

Interviews will be help on the 17/18 December 2019

Please note that due to the high number of applications expected, only candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified.

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a registered charity. Registered Charity No. 1081009.

MAIN SUMMARY OF ROLE:

To achieve annual community fundraising income target and contribute to the successful fundraising outcomes of the UK Community Fundraising Team through supporter recruitment, management and development. To recruit and supports volunteers across your area and enforce the RAF Benevolent Fund brand.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To meet your Community Fundraising and Challenge Event target and contribute to the success of the UK Community Fundraising Team, through the delivery of the agreed annual business plan.
• To recruit supporters for the Fund’s challenge events and national events programmes.
• To recruit volunteers to support the Community Fundraising events and challenges
• To improve income from existing relationships with serving and ex RAF local communities, RAF Reserves, Air Cadet Organisation staff and cadets and University Air Squadron staff and cadets. Generate and cultivate new relationships to ensure targets are met.
• To oversee fundraising activities in your assigned geographical area, ensuring that supporters and volunteers are provided with advice, appropriate support materials/equipment and encouragement to raise income. To enforce the RAF Benevolent Fund Brand at all times.
• To ensure and implement effective project management of fundraising activities, including H&S risk assessments, stock management, process income and contribute to post-activity evaluation.
• To organise the RAFBF involvement at events as agreed in the annual business plan.
• To use communications channels such as social media, general correspondence and presentation/speaking events to promote RAFBF community fundraising initiatives and thank supporters.
• To ensure that all supporters and prospective supporters are managed on the CARE database and are appropriately updated in line with the Data Protection Act.
• To adhere (and ensure volunteers do similarly) to statutory regulations concerning fundraising activities and with Institute of Fundraising and Fundraising Standards Board best practice guidelines.
• To signpost welfare enquiries directly to the relevant RAFBF welfare staff or external organisations, as required.  
• To adhere to RAFBF Staff Handbook with respect to all fundraising activities.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE

• Deciding & Initiating Action
• Working with People
• Relating & Networking
• Persuading & Influencing
• Creating & Innovating
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Following Instructions & Procedures
• Adapting & Responding to Change
• Achieving Personal Work Goals & Objectives

QUALIFICATION(S), KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE

 Academic/Professional Qualification, skills and experience.

Essential

• Good level of educational attainment including English and Mathematics.
• Fundraising experience gained from working in a charity.
• Proven experience of delivering fundraising targets.
• Ability to develop great relationships with supporters and volunteers. 
• Proven ability to influence and motivate people to support.

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD
• Post graduate education
• Institute of Fundraising Certificate
• Some knowledge and/or experience of the RAF
• Analytical skills - income, expenditure and Return on investment
• Knowledge of charity Law
• Knowledge of events management

Other Requirements:

• Travel to other RAFBF and UK locations.  Evening, weekend and overnight stays (as appropriate).
• Possessing a full clean UK driving licence.
• Carry out any other duties that is within the scope of the job as requested by the Regional Director.

Fixed term contract for 6 months

Closing date: 9 December 2019 at 11.30pm

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who has experience of managing a team and can demonstrate how they have empowered and motivated that team beyond expectations. With the added experience of being able to recruit and develop a diverse team, in particular volunteers, you may be exactly what we are looking for.

Your role will be varied and will challenge you, but will provide you with stimulating and satisfying work. Our Community Shop Managers do not have a typical day and that's because they are continually seeking different opportunities to engage with the local community and increase their shops contribution to Shelter's cause. This could be through local community links, such as with other retailers, schools, churches or the local food bank.

You will develop and encourage your own and your team's interest and passion in merchandising the shop to attract those customers and donors through the door as well as continually developing your own and your team's knowledge of who Shelter are and what we do.

It goes without saying that your volunteers, under your leadership, will run an exceptional shop that will raise as much money as possible for Shelter's work.

How do I demonstrate I am who you are looking for?
You will need to address and provide examples of the following in your application and at interview:

• Experience of managing a team of staff and/or volunteers, including recruitment and development of that team
• Experience of providing excellent customer service, preferably in a face-to-face role
• Experience of being enterprising and innovative

How do we describe our Community Shop Managers?

If we were to describe our Community Shop Managers in 4 key words, they would be Confident, Inspiring, Enterprising and Influential. Our Community Shop Managers are happy to roll up their sleeves and lead by example and their aim is to develop and empower their team.

At Shelter we value our people and the skills and expertise they can bring to their role to help further Shelter's cause. As a Community Shop Manager, how you manage people is the most important skill we are looking for and it will be critical to your success in this role.

How is this all possible?

It's simple, with a strong, motivated and committed volunteer shop team behind you, anything is possible!

What are the benefits?

We offer a wide range of benefits including 30 days annual leave, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, childcare vouchers and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Regional Community Fundraising Manager (1.0) to join our amazing charity, which exists to provide children from disadvantaged backgrounds with a wonderful week of mud-and-magic in the British countryside.

It’s a great time to join Farms for City Children. We already support thousands of children across England and Wales every year and our new strategic direction will see us grow further, reaching more children who deserve a discovery filled week-in-wellies.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Regional Community Fundraising Manager with a demonstrable background of community fundraising and networking to join our team as we embark on a period of growth and development.

This home based role will develop and implement plans to deliver the agreed Fundraising Strategy where we plan to significantly grow income from the communities where are farms are based in the South West of England & Wales, as well as from the communities where our beneficiary schools are located. The successful candidate will bring together and inspire supporters across our networks as well as individuals, groups and businesses to fundraise and engage with our cause.

About You

This role requires significant hand-on experience of community fundraising and a strong insight into how local fundraising works, supported by a good and demonstrable range of people management skills.

In order to succeed you will be highly motivated by the charity’s work with children, food, the countryside and farming; be a skilled communicator with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills; outstanding planning, organisational and implementation skills; experienced in setting and managing budgets, strong IT skills and ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people.

The role covers the South West region and specifically the communities where are farms are located in Devon, Pembrokeshire and Gloucestershire. Initially working as sole Community Fundraiser, you will be expected to travel extensively across the region (min one day a week at Head Office in Exeter). Longer-term, you will help develop a larger community fundraising team to further grow community activity and income generation.

What we Offer

In return you will receive a starting salary of between £30,000 and £35,000 (depending on experience) and a range of benefits, which include:

• 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays (pro rata)
• 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Deadline for applications is 4pm on Friday, 22 November 2019.

To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement, outlining how your experience meets the criteria.

Interviews will be held on 2nd December, at our Head Office near Exeter.

ABSOLUTELY NO AGENCIES – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY

As we enter a new phase in the Association’s development and growth, we are seeking an experienced and enterprising individual to play a pivotal role in managing, developing and growing a broad range of community projects, services and enterprises that meet the Association’s strategic objectives.

You will be successfully implementing the Association’s development strategy, responding to new business opportunities and expanding the scope and scale of services that maximise community impact. You will be working alongside, as well as leading, motivating and developing a talented staff and volunteer team.