National Oceanography Centre, Southampton

Permanent

Full time

£54,260 - £59,690 

Who are we?

We are the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) - the UK's centre of excellence for oceanographic sciences. We are a national research organisation, delivering integrated marine science and technology from the coast to the deep ocean and one of the top five institutions of its kind in the world.

The NOC has entered a truly exciting time, moving to independent & charitable status as of 1 November 2019.

We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community of staff covering a range of specialist fields, backgrounds and experience. A community where each employee adopts a crucial role in furthering the aspirations, advancing the frontiers of science and knowledge through our excellent scientific research, knowledge sharing and contribution to the health of the oceans, with a focus in improving the world in which we live. Our work is balanced by our strong sense of purpose, values and behaviours and an unwavering commitment to a ‘one NOC’ approach.

About the role

NOC has recently gone independent from government, as a charity, to have great freedoms in its work. We are now looking for an experienced fundraising leader to set up a new fundraising function to grow new sources of income.

About you

You will be a well established senior fundraising leader with a track record across all aspects of fundraising. Most importantly, you will have experience in running major donor, trusts and foundations, membership/individual giving, corporate and events. 

You will have experience in working internationally and have the gravitas and confidence to work with the Board, high net worth individuals and major corporates.

You will be able to establish a team from scratch and lead them to success, as well as instilling a fundraising culture across NOC.

We are particularly keen to meet candidates with any experience or knowledge of the marine sector.

You will be expected to work flexibly to reflect the nature of the work. Some international travel will be a part of this role, once Covid-19 restrictions lift.

Why the NOC?

We offer a generous set of benefits, flexible working conditions and an inclusive and supportive environment where our people can meet their full potential.

Some of the benefits we offer include 28 days annual leave, plus 3.5 local closure days and 8 public bank holidays, a competitive basic salary and a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan.

The centre is well connected by public transport and has ample cycle parking in addition to free onsite car-parking. We support opportunities for further training and development.

Our commitment as an employer

The NOC is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. There is a guaranteed interview scheme for suitable candidates with a disability and we welcome applications from ethnic minorities currently under-represented. The NOC is an Investors in People organisation, and has signed up to the Athena SWAN charter principles to take action to address gender equality.

How to apply: 

Please click ‘Apply for this job’ and submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter..

Before submitting your application please ensure you have reviewed the attached job description.

Closing date: 7 October 2020.

PURPOSE OF ROLE

Working closely with the Fundraising Management Team to support the team in achieving their shared objectives by enabling the development and execution of creative fundraising programmes and communications across all Premier platforms. With the overall aim of building the profile of the charity and increasing the supporter base for revenue generation.
This key role will be responsible for enabling the team to deliver tailored communication plans and share engaging fundraising collateral as part of our engagement strategies to build relationships and promote income generation from new audiences and potential donor groups.
The position holder will also work cross departments with the Marketing and Database teams on a regular basis.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project coordination of Leap of Faith project
• Working with the Project Lead on a regular basis to provide all elements of project support, listed below.
• Event Management of both online events such as webinars and Zoom meetings, and physical events including VIP dinners, committee meetings and info sharing events
• Supporting individual fundraisers in their relationship management which could include copy writing, preparation of written communications, pulling info from RE, sharing resources or helping to manage the donor journey through updating tracking spreadsheets and RE records
• Responsibility for coordinating the Communications programme which will include email communications, mailings and online events
• Meeting management, to include note taking and helping to drive forward actions
• Acting as point of contact for Project Volunteers
• Conduct desk-based research to help qualify existing and new contacts

Coordination of the Major Donor programme
• Working with the Director of Fundraising to deliver the monthly Communications programme for the MD Pledge programme, which will include Pledge Renewals, monthly e-comms, event invites and the occasional postal mail outs
• This will also involve cross departmental working

Direct Mail
• Working with the Director of Fundraising, to manage the administrative side of the monthly Direct Mail programme and Voice of Hope quarterly mailings, helping to ensure that appeals are delivered within the agreed time
• Gathering information required for direct mail appeal from internal stakeholders within process when necessary
• Act as main point of contact for designer/printer once strategy has been signed off
• Edit and proof copy, working with the Fundraising Management Team and coordinate sign off in a timely way
• Management of scheduling of appeal mailings, internal and with the mailing house
• Sign off print proofs from mailing house

Regional Fundraising
• Provide administrative support to regionally based team members, including the Director of Support in Scotland and Northern Ireland
• This could involve coordinating occasional mailings, gathering information or appointment setting and updating RE records/tracking spreadsheets

To undertake any other reasonable tasks as required by the Director of Fundraising

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree educated
• Professional qualification in fundraising (desirable but not essential)
• Good demonstrable experience in project management and/or external facing client management
• Experience in fundraising (desirable but not essential)
• Experience of providing team support (essential)
• An understanding of media and web (desirable but not essential)
• Experience of working in a busy, high pressured environment

ABILITIES & SKILLS

• Excellent attention to detail
• Organised, efficient and good written communication skills
• Proficient IT skills and related software packages (Raisers Edge / Exchequer)
• Ability to handle and own multiple projects
• Pro-active and show initiative
• Team player with an ability to work in a flexible and collaborative way

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• The post-holder will work within a Christian environment and therefore it will be necessary for the post-holder to have sympathy and understanding for the Christian faith and its values, and be in able to work within the ethos of our organisational aims.

Salary: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

The Big House has a simple mission: to enable care leavers to fulfil their potential. Through drama and tailored long term wrap-around support we help care leavers overcome traumas experienced in childhood so they can make the complex transition from looked-after child to independent adult. 

Through our work we have seen the transformational effect that drama can have on at-risk young people’s lives. The strict discipline required to produce professional theatre imparts vital transferable skills including time keeping, focus, team working, effective communication, ability to regulate emotions and make better informed decisions; empowering and equipping the young people with the skills needed to become self-reliant.

We are seeking a Fundraising Executive to ensure the delivery of a new and ambitious fundraising strategy, working to diversify our income streams and develop the Trusts and Foundations pipeline. The successful candidate will work closely with the Fundraising and Development Manager to achieve key performance indicators in line with the organisation's Business Plan. 

How To Apply:
Please submit your most recent CV and Cover Letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) which outlines your experience to date, how this relates to the duties and person specification of this role and why you are interested in working with The Big House.

Send applications to Ali Didar - Email address available in the job description
Please make the subject line – ‘Confidential’ -
Closing date: Rolling
Interviews: We will be screening candidates as and when we receive suitable applications. Note if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, you should deem your application as unsuccessful.

Start date: ASAP / depending on notice period.

The Big House is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all groups, especially those underrepresented in the arts, and actively encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply.

FareShare South West is looking for a Fundraising Manager to join our fast paced, fast growing charity and drive our fundraising strategy to the next level, so that we can get more good food to vulnerable people. 

Context of the role 

Our charity has been expanding fast over the past three years. In 2017 we were supporting around 130 charities, schools and community groups with a food supply, and stopping around 300 tonnes of quality surplus food from going to waste. In 2020, our charity looks different. Last year we supported 290 charities and distributed over 550 tonnes of surplus food (enough for over 1 million meals). We expanded our operation into new regions of the South West and launched programmes to target specific beneficiary groups (eg: vulnerable children). This year, we turned our entire operation on its head to deliver an Emergency Food Operation in response to Covid-19 in addition to our existing work- more than quadrupling in size in three short months. We have emerged a much larger charity than we were before Covid, with hundreds more charities relying on our food. Against a backdrop of unprecedented levels of food insecurity, we believe it is more important than ever to stop surplus food from becoming waste. 

Our ideal candidate

We are seeking an ambitious, creative Fundraising Manager who can apply their experience to sustainable and strategic growth across our fundraising portfolio. This includes development of existing fundraising streams as well as the creation of new processes, strategies and resources to kickstart growth of newer fundraising streams and opportunities. Alongside our Head of Development, they will build on relationships with our friends and supporters in Bristol and beyond to engage and inspire support for our work. We need a fundraiser who understands the need of our growing charity to be agile and innovotive in the context of fast-moving need and opportunity, while also instilling solid structure and process in our core fundraising activity. 

Our new Fundraising Manager will be part of our wider Development team, and will report to our Head of Development. The Development Team covers Fundraising, Communications and Membership (our Membership team looks after our 300+ charity members). We want to unite all three strands of this team to ensure our work is as joined-up as possible, delivering cross-cutting campaigns, effective communication and content that supports the sustainable growth of our charity’s income streams. Our brilliant team is our most important asset here at FareShare South West, and you will be supported and surrounded by passionate people who love what they do.

This role will be based principally at our offices in Bristol, but could include the option of working from home on occasion. This role is advertised as full time but part time working would be considered for the right candidate.

To apply, please upload a Cover Letter and CV by midday on Tuesday, October 5th 2020.

To read more, please download our Job Description. If you have any questions or want to talk through this role, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Children's Mental Health Charity Seeks Fundraising Manager - either experienced or with transferrable skills

We are looking for:

Fundraising expertise – ideally you will have experience of developing and implementing fundraising strategies and securing a high level of funds from a range of sources including grant funders and corporates.  However, we are open to candidates who can demonstrate that they have transferable skills from other backgrounds and can show that they can quickly adapt to different environments and sectors. We would be willing to offer external training in fundraising as part of the salary package to the right candidate, as well as inhouse support and training.

Communications – you will need to demonstrate examples of excellent written skills, good IT and social media skills and good administration generally.

Relationship development – good interpersonal skills and experience of working with diverse range of complex stakeholders and partnerships are key.  

Project management – you will have great organisational skills and have experience of managing projects from inception to evaluation and working autonomously.

Strategic thinking – you will be comfortable thinking outside of the box and can co-create the fundraising strategy as well as contribute to the business planning process.

Flexibility – working in a small team with tight resources you will need to be comfortable helping out with getting things done but in return you will get flexible working arrangements and independence.

Positive and solution-focussed – you will be a problem solver, able to find practical and constructive solutions to challenges that arise in the course of your work.

The cause – you will be passionate about our vision to support the mental health of children, young people and families, committed to supporting diversity and inclusion in the voluntary sector, and be aware of the issues affecting small charities.

Please see the job pack for further information.

A new opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to join our team on a fixed term basis, has arisen for the role of Major Gifts & Partnership Officer. 

Major Gifts & Fundraising Partnerships Officer
Location: Bosham, West Sussex
FT Scale: £21,900 - £22,667 per annum
Hours: Flexible work pattern options considered (Full Time or Part Time)
Contract: 9-12 months Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Reporting to the Major Gifts and Partnership Manager the successful candidate will support raising money from charitable trusts, corporate partnerships and high net worth individuals. 

Researching potential funders the role holder will be highly motivated to identify new opportunities as well as developing existing relationships. In addition, you will possess excellent communication skills and be required to write compelling fundraising propositions to charitable trusts as part of the fundraising strategy.

We are looking for someone with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in this field of fundraising with practical experience of trust and foundations, corporate fundraising and major donors. Experience of broader fundraising principles is desirable.

As part of our committed team environment, the working atmosphere is friendly, inspiring and supportive.  We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes a full-time holiday entitlement starting at 27 days per year, increasing to 33 days plus bank holidays, or continuation of NHS entitlement. A contributory pension scheme, life assurance, plus a contributory cash reimbursement plan for you and family members.  Please see website for further details of our rewards.

Closing date – Wednesday 14 Oct 2020
Interview dates – First stage virtual introduction meeting: 21 October 2020
Second stage competency-based interview: 26 or 27 October 2020

To Apply and for More Information:

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the Apply button to be directed to our website where you can see the full job description and download the application form.

No agencies please.

Why support one charity when you can support 1000?

Do you have the gift of communication? Telling compelling stories that engage listeners in our work, and then moving beyond this to supporting our cause?

If you have experience of fundraising through developing strong corporate relationships then we want to hear from you

You will need high quality communications and marketing skills, excellent interpersonal skills and be an adept networker. You must also be able to seal the deal, by gaining firm commitments from potential givers

Oasis Charitable Trust is a multi-national charity supporting young people and their families in 9 countries worldwide. Our vision is for building healthy communities: places where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their full potential.

Due to a successful funding bid, Oasis Hadley Hub team is expanding and are now in a position to employ an experienced Administrator to work alongside our Oasis Hub Hadley team in North London.  The newly created role is varied, encompassing marketing and finance activity as well as the general administration that is usual in a busy team.  There is also a requirement to travel to two smaller Oasis hubs based in the Croydon area, to provide similar support on an occasional, but regular basis.

Key responsibilities will be:

• Assistiing the Hub Leader in maintaining databases, accounts and financial records.
• Keeping paperwork updated, in order and readily available to access.
• Assisting with newsletters, reports, printing, room bookings and minuting meetings.
• Working with the Hub Leader on developing and maintaining the Hub social media platforms and updating websites.

The successful post holder must have:

• Proven experience in administration and a flair for finance and cash handling (Excel experience required).
• The ability to work accurately and efficiently, prioritising your workload.
• Self-motivation, resilience, with excellent organisational and inter-personal skills.
• A willingness to be based in North London but travel on occasions to South London.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team, working in a community and education setting.  As part of the package, Oasis offers:

• A pension scheme, offering 7% employer contribution.
• A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays).
• Policies which promote well-being and are family friendly.

If you are interested in this position, please download the documents from this page or contact the Oasis UK team for further information.  (CVs alone will not be accepted). We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups.

Completed applications should be returned by Midday Monday 5th October 2020

Interviews will take place on week beginning 12th October 2020.

FULL-TIME, 40 HOURS PER WEEK

1 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

SALARY:  £23,801 - £25,646 per annum

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. 

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1026487

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services for victims of all forms of gender-based violence (domestic, sexual, so called ‘honour’ violence, modern slavery and human trafficking, prostitution, forced marriage, stalking and FGM). Every day we support over 6,500 women and children in our national network of services.  These include Independent Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence Advocacy services (IDVAs/ISVAs and IGVAs), community outreach, specialist refuge accommodation, sanctuary services, culturally-specific services and the Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline. We advise Government and lobby hard to keep violence against women and girls high on the public agenda. We run award-winning prevention and public education campaigns, manage a busy press office and website, and we are an accredited training provider. We give a voice to the voiceless.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who prides themselves on their accuracy, attention to detail and knack for being able to oversee the day to day management of a CRM system or database. We need a team player who can support a wide variety of projects, liaising with different team members throughout the working day. The post will join the passionate and dynamic fundraising team at Refuge, and support the goal of creating a world where violence against women and girls (VAWG) is not tolerated.

As Senior Fundraising Database Executive, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day support to the fundraising team with database processes, training and development. Working closely with the entire fundraising team you will play a pivotal role in recommending enhancements for how data is stored and implementing new processes and systems. In this role you will also support fundraisers to fully understand their objectives and requirements with their data requirements for appeals, communications with supporters or events. You will play a key part in unlocking opportunities across our fundraising portfolio.

You will be driven and self-motivated, comfortable making decisions within agreed delegation levels. You will be able to work as part of the wider fundraising team and have the ability to work under pressure. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual, being part of a new strategy and with personal development built in.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Competitive salary offering annual progression within points of the salary grade, 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days, pension scheme with People’s pension that includes a 6% Employer contribution, comprehensive EAP.

Refuge is proud to be a leader in its field and an employer of choice with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. We offer the first Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) accredited qualification for our profession. 

Please visit Refuge’s website for further details and other opportunities.

Closing Date: 27 September 2020

Interview Date: 06 October 2020

A Basic Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to quality, equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 

No agencies please - as a charity we work hard to keep our costs down.

DKMS have an exciting opportunity within our office in Chiswick, West London for a Database Administrator. You will be working on a full-time permanent basis (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm) and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £25,000 per annum plus great company benefits.

About DKMS:

DKMS UK is a national charity and not-for-profit organisation established in the UK in 2013. The organisation works in the field of blood cancer and blood disorders, with the primary aim of recruiting potential blood stem cell donors to the UK registry, who will then be available to donate their blood stem cells to patients in need of a life-saving blood stem cell transplant.

DKMS has grown and developed massively in its nearly 30-year history and is now the world’s largest blood stem cell donor centre, having passed in early 2020 the milestone of recruiting 10 million donors globally. Since its founding, DKMS has created over 85,000 second chances of life (as of June 2020).

As of June 2020, we have recruited c680,000 donors to the UK registry, which account for just over one-third of the 1.9 million registered donors in the UK. Since founding, we have arranged over 1,000 blood stem cell donations and are growing our work and impact at a fast pace.

The Database Administrator role:

The Database Administrator is responsible for ensuring the data on our rapidly expanding database of blood stem cell donors and fundraising supporters is accurate and kept up to date. As the first point of contact for queries, you will provide excellent customer service to all our donors, supporters and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities of the Database Administrator:

- To complete the data import of new online blood stem cell donor registrations on a daily basis, verify incorrect addresses and prepare data for export to our fulfilment partner so that swab packs can be dispatched.
- To support the Database Manager in maintaining clean data on the database, including developing cleansing priorities and strategies, so as to ensure potential donors can be easily and quickly contacted if they are matched to a patient.
- To create and manage database reports and visualisations to support other departments.
- To identify and clean duplicate records, liaising with our data entry company, where required.
- To support the Customer Support Team, to adjust and update contact details in the database.
- To liaise with International Data Management Team to collaborate on the continuous improvement of the database.
- To maintain confidentiality of donor and supporter data, ensure best practice standards are adhered to.
- To respond to subject access requests, as required and approved by the Database Manager and Head of Customer Service.
- To support requests for second swab packs, as required.
- To provide support for ad hoc projects within the Customer Service Department, such as CRM implementation and retention mailings.
- To meet with the Database Manager for the purpose of regular supervision and appraisal.

What are we looking for in our Database Administrator?

- Educated to A-Level, or equivalent.
- Experience of working with a complex or large Customer Relationship Management database.
- At least 1 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Good skills in the other Microsoft Office suite of programmes.
- Experience of using data to create regular and bespoke reports and dashboards.
- Highly confident in working with large or large CRM databases.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal, with a friendly and professional telephone manner).
- Well organised with strong attention to detail.
- Collaborative working style and team worker.
- Ability to work independently.
- Proactive and flexible.
- Strong passion for the DKMS mission.

Benefits:

- 25 days’ holiday per annum (plus public holidays)
- Season Ticket Loans
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Corporate Eye Care Scheme
- DKMS pension scheme – automatic enrolment contribution rate: 3% employee, 5% employer.
- Further information on staff benefits are coved on our website.

If you think you have what it takes to become our Database Administrator, please apply online today, we’d love to hear from you!

We are looking for an exceptional candidate to lead, develop, deliver and grow our community fundraising and volunteering programme. This is a brand new part time role created at a very exciting time for Youth Talk, as we establish a new strategy ambitious to grow our service delivery and partnerships to create the best possible mental health support for local young people.

The role is currently being offered as 21 hours per week on a one year contract in order to establish the function and generate strong learning for the future with view to becoming permanent.

The right candidate will work very closely with the Chief Executive and will be a highly self-motivated and experienced fundraiser, keen to set up, lead and develop Youth Talk’s fundraising. 

If you would like an informal conversation in advance of applying for the role please contact Youth Talk by email with your details and contact number and we will find a mutually convenient time to talk.

Closing date for applications is Friday 25th September 2020.

About us

The Bone Cancer Research Trust (BCRT) is the leading charity dedicated to fighting primary bone cancer. Our mission is to save lives and improve outcomes through research, information, awareness and support. In July 2019 we were awarded 'National Healthcare & Medical Reseach Charity of the Year' at the national Charity Awards and earlier in the year the Yorkshire & Humber Institute of Fundraising awarded our Fundraising & Communications Team with 'Fundraising Team of the Year'. We are a small but incredibly passionate and driven organisation that is proud and supportive of our people - together we make the biggest impact for our community.

The Role

The Community & Special Funds Fundraising Officer will contribute to the overall fundraising strategy by building exceptional supporter relationships that maximise income generation and supporter recruitment & retention.

You will operate as a key member of the Community Fundraising Team and will have the opportunity to explore new exciting opportunities for the charity. You will be a primary contact managing a variety of Special Fund relationships. You will also respond to and manage emerging community fundraising opportunities as they arise.

In the first few months of the role there will also be some varied temporary responsibilities to help with the delivery of the charity’s virtual fundraising challenges.

About You

The ideal candidate will bring a mature attitude who can effectively and empathetically communicate with supporters, patients, relatives of patients and wider charity colleagues. You will have a can-do, proactive attitude and will be a team-player, happy to help colleagues if required. You will have demonstrable experience of working in a fundraising role for over 1 year and will have an understanding for various fundraising practices.

Applications from around the Leeds area and national home-based applications will be accepted, however, please note travel to the charity office in Leeds will be required approximately once a month.

Application Process

1. Application Form & CV submission closing date: Wednesday 30th September 
2. Telephone interviews 1st & 2nd October
3. Face to face interviews W/C 5th October

For more details please see the full Job Description. 

Animal Rescue Cumbria has an exciting opportunity to appoint an enthusiastic and committed community fundraiser to join our small team dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of cats and dogs.  You will have experience in charity fundraising and in planning and organising events.  With strong interpersonal and communication skills, you will have the confidence to work independently in the community with businesses, donors and supporters.  You will be a self-starter, and competent user of IT and social media and have the ability to manage small projects, achieving return on investment.

This is a new role, developed to help support the vital work of the Shelter.  Your objective will be to maximise fundraising income from events, appeals, legacies, fundraising platforms, merchandise and donations.  You will plan and manage communications with our donors and other stakeholders, and also support the work of the Charity's new shop in Kendal, working closely with the Shop Manager to secure quality stock donations and to procure branded merchandise.  Initially, you will also act as Volunteer Coordinator, responsible for recruiting, developing and retaining a committed volunteer force to support all areas of the Charity's work.

About Animal Rescue Cumbria

Animal Rescue Cumbria started from humble beginnings in 1972 when a group of ladies took action after reading about the number of homeless pets being put to sleep, despite being healthy. They began taking in and boarding animals until permanent homes could be found, raising funds to provide food and veterinary care.  
  
In 1974 Alfred & Betty Wainwright joined the group. Alfred, a notable guidebook author and illustrator, became Chairman, registering Animal Rescue Cumbria as a charity. Some years later he generously funded the acquisition of the picturesque site, Kapellan, near to Kendal from which we still operate as a shelter today.  

These days, Animal Rescue Cumbria, affectionately known as 'The Wainwright Shelter', takes in and re-homes over 300 unwanted or lost and homeless dogs and cats every year. We provide a caring environment and help them adapt and find permanent, loving new homes. We provide support for pet owners and work to increase awareness of the responsibility we all have towards animals and their welfare.  

The Charity is at an exciting stage in its development, expanding its activities and staffing in order to ensure its sustainability for the future.  This may involve a move to another site, or a major redevelopment of our existing site at Kapellan. 

Role Description

Hours of Work:

40 hours per week including paid breaks of 40 minutes over the working day, worked flexibly across 7 days per week; normal office hours will be 0900 - 1700, Monday to Friday, but weekend and evening work will be required.

Place of Work:

Your office base will be in Kapellan, Animal Rescue Cumbria, Grayrigg, Kendal.  The role holder will, however, be required to work within the community, nurturing relationships and securing donations and raising the profile of the Charity.  Some home working will be possible during the Covid-19 epidemic, although the Shelter has very strict measures in place to keep the working environment Covid-secure.

Reporting to:  General Manager

Responsible for: Volunteer Coordination

Key Responsibilities:

1. Produce and execute plans to maximise unrestricted income for the Charity from a range of sources.

2. Plan and deliver an annual event calendar, including virtual events.

3. Plan and deliver a communications plan to include press releases, regular social media posts, newsletters, presentations, etc.

4. Engage with the local community and supporters to promote Animal Rescue Cumbria and create and nurture lasting relationships. 

5. Develop appeals to fund particular causes, e.g. feral cat colony projects.

6. Develop website content, marketing and other external communications to ensure accuracy and consistency.

7. Produce accurately written communications with donors and supporters, e.g. newsletters, thank-you letters.

8. Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns, managing resources carefully to ensure return on investment.

9. Develop systems and processes, using volunteer management software, for recruiting, managing and retaining an effective volunteer force; increase the Charity's volunteer numbers.

10. Maximise use of third-party charity fundraising platforms, e.g. CAF Donate and JustGiving, to secure donations and initiate Charity Challenges.

11. Work with the Charity Shop Manager on 'donation drives' to secure donated pre-loved pet items for re-sale.

12. Contribute to the educational programme through presentations, and attend cheque presentations and events organised on our behalf by our supporters.

Please apply online, and attach your completed application form.

We are looking for two enthusiastic, energetic individuals to join our fundraising team.

If you are a natural networker and compelling communicator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment to achieve outstanding results, then we would love to hear from you!

These vital roles will contribute to the development and delivery of the Alexander Devine fundraising strategy by maximising income predominantly from community, events and corporate fundraising.

The post holders will also actively support the growth of a donor acquisition and retention programme, as well as offering exceptional stewardship to a range of supporters across the organisation.

We would welcome applications from candidates with strong fundraising experience and excellent relationship management skills who want to use their experience to make a real difference to the lives of the children and families that we support.

Hours:  Full time (37.5 hours), part time hours may be considered