Job Description : Fundraising Manager

Job Title : Fundraising Manager

Salary : £ 40,000.00

Job Location : Ace of Clubs, Clapham, SW4 7AP

Hours : Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Reports to : Ace of Clubs Trustees Management Committee

Responsible for : Fundraising, Shops Manager

Purpose of Job.

To proactively seek out funding opportunities, develop project concepts and proposals, and to prepare and submit detailed applications for funding.

To oversee the management of two charity retail shops, and staff, for generating additional income streams.

Key duties :

Funding

• To develop a deep understanding of Ace of Clubs work and values, so as to identify key matches with external donors.
• Take the lead on research for new income streams from donors (such as Institutions, Trusts, Foundations, Corporates, individuals).
• To develop and prepare compelling and high quality funding proposals that are strategically relevant and attractive.
• Write, co-ordinate, submit funding applications to donors.
• To generate income from a range of donors, across a number of projects, to agreed targets, with a focus on large grants.
• Lead on account management of existing donors (providing regular contact, updates and required reports).
• To develop and maintain excellent relationships with a portfolio of existing and potential donors, through networking, face-to-face meetings, regular communications and high quality reporting.
• Manage the on-going process of Ace of Clubs funding applications, ensuring all internal and external deadlines are met.
• Manage donor and application database (both existing and potential).
• To  innovatively consider, devise, promote fundraising events and activities for Ace of Clubs (including digital and cashless giving).
• To manage and promote Ace of Clubs internet and social media presence.

Retail charity shops.

• Effectively manage the Shops Manager, who is responsible for the smooth-running of two charity shops (i.e. staff management and rotas, shop lay-outs, stock management and control).
• Imaginatively direct sales initiatives and promotions.
• Develop an Ace of Clubs Shop brand.
• Utilise shops as means of raising the profile of Ace of Clubs and associated activities.

General duties.

• Ensure that all duties are carried out in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations as stated in Ace of Clubs employee handbook.
• This job description is not exhaustive and the post-holder may be required to undertake other appropriate duties, responsibilities and projects from time to time.

Key relationships.

Internal : Trustees Management Committee, Company Secretary, Manager of Centre Operations, Shops Manager.

External : Grant-making Trusts, Foundations, Corporates, Institutions and individual donors.

Person Specification.

Qualifications.

• Good basic education to GCSE.
• Minimum level C (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Degree (or further education) expected but not a pre-requisite.
• Institute of Fundraising (or equivalent) desirable.

Experience.

• A proven track record of a minimum of three years successful fundraising, preferably in the charity sector.
• Ability to work flexible hours, particularly in meeting deadlines.
• Energy, enthusiasm and flair to work hard and achieve ambitious targets.
• Proven ability to manage and develop relationships.
• Proven database experience.
• Proven experience of  thinking, developing and delivering “strategically”.

Skills and competencies.

• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to plan, balance and cope with competing priorities.
• Proven time management skills with regard to prioritising and meeting deadlines. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and presentation abilities.
• Staff management experience.
• High standard of numeracy, computer competency, digital skills.
• Experience of interacting with members of senior management (such as Directors at Board Level, or Trustees).

Personal attributes.

• Highly motivated and ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with staff, volunteers, donors, sponsors and trustees.
• A proactive and creative approach.
• Commitment to delivering quality services.

Other.

• Cross-cultural sensitivity to, and understanding of, the needs of  Ace of Club’s client group.
• Good diplomatic skills.

Recruitment process.

Stage 1 : Submit C.V. and cover letter through Charity Job, online.

Stage 2 : Short-listed candidates invited to preliminary interview with Ace of Clubs interviewing committee.

Stage 3 : Finalists invited to interview with Ace of Clubs Trustees Management Committee, involving presentation from candidate according to previously notified criteria.

This is an exciting role for a professional with strong and comprehensive fundraising experience in both strategy and implementation. This small but growing charity wants to expand its local impact and if you would like a role with variety and enjoy the challenge of exceeding fundraising targets then First Love Foundation would be ideally suited for you.

The ideal candidate must have the ability to creatively develop and deliver innovative and effective fundraising activities: events, trusts & foundations, corporate (payroll giving, match-funding). You need to be organised, able to work under pressure, pro-active, a self-starter, with a track record of achievement within a similar role. This role is new and part of the SMT (Senior Management Team).

How to Apply:

Please send a CV and an accompanying letter detailing how your experience fulfils the requirements of the post as detailed in the job descrption.

Interview date: 11th or 12th February 2020

We are looking for a Corporate Fundraising Officer to be based in our Head Office in Bicester (will consider home working for the right candidate), to work with our existing corporate contacts in London, Birmingham and the South to generate unrestricted income, as well as look for opportunities to bring new supporters on board for the charity. 

As one of the most visible members of the charity’s staff, you will be a brand ambassador for us and will need to be dynamic, outgoing and confident in your abilities to work with corporate contacts, often at a senior level, whilst conducting yourself with the utmost professionalism at all times. The role blends elements of event organisation (as you will be expected to facilitate events our supporters are holding for us, and guide them to completion), relationship management and development.  Creative candidates from corporate backgrounds with experience in these areas would be welcomed. 

Outstanding organisational and communication skills are a must in this post, as we would anticipate that the successful candidate be able to work independently and take responsibility for owning the relationships they have, whilst providing clarity on their processes and being an integral part of the fundraising team. 

You will be working directly with our Fundraising Administrator and reporting into our Fundraising Manager, who is based in Manchester.  Beyond being a key part of this small but perfectly formed team, you will be expected to work with the Chief Executive, Head of Commercial Partnerships, Marketing Team and broader team on a regular basis, as well as maintain relationships with the Acquired Brain Injury Coordinators in your area, to facilitate smooth communication between teams. 

It is a cliché to say it, but this really is one of those jobs where no two days are the same, and for the right individual, it will be a wonderful opportunity to forge a career in the charity sector working for an exciting brand amongst a team that is truly passionate about the work they do. 

 The Benefits:

The charity is an equal opportunities employer and has flexible working practices:

• A generous annual leave entitlement (25 days per year plus bank holidays)
• Closed between Christmas and New Year
• Workplace pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (Health and wellbeing advice & much more

This is an exciting opportunity to join a flexible and ambitious childrens charity in order to be first their ever Corporate Fundraising Officer and identify and develop long term strategic partnerships and maximise net income.

The Charity
A national charity fighting to reduce the inequalities preventing children from achieving their full potential.

The Role
Taking a lead role for the Fundraising team in identifying potential opportunities to build relationships with corporate organisations and relevant stakeholders.
Stewarding and supporting existing relationship development across the organisation, including creating impact reports.
Identifying potential partnerships at different levels, building a pipeline of opportunities (e.g. charity of the year). Support relationship development for corporate foundations.
Assist the Head of Fundraising including handling and processing of invoices, monitoring of budgets and contract/task management.
Involvement in the development of staff skills relevant to fundraising. This could be through development of resources and guidance, 1-1 discussion, small groups and workshops.
External relationships with funders/partners including liaison over technical matters such as non- disclosure agreements and contracts.
Identification and analysis of opportunities to ensure relevance across the breadth of the charity, including analysis of eligibility, and summary of key details.

The Candidate
Knowledge of sources of funding and partnerships and systems within potential corporate partner organisations.
Experience of working in partnerships or sub-contracting relationships.
Strong written and oral/presentation communication skills, ability to write copy and edit.
Project management skills, ability to plan, prioritise, achieve targets and deliver to deadlines.
Experience of Customer Relationship Management Systems (Basic Salesforce an advantage)

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.

Position Title: Corporate Fundraising Officer
Reference: 2002
Location: London Fields
Status: Permanent, Full time - 35 hours (open to part time)
Salary: £31,397 per annum

For over 50 years the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.

We are looking for a fundraiser with an entrepreneurial approach to identify and develop long term partnerships and maximise net income from corporate sources. Come and join our small but dedicated team in a caring and flexible organisation based at our brand new modern head office in Hackney. The successful candidate will implement a strategy to enable NCB to substantially increase income from corporate sources and to develop activities that can be brought to market and increase traded income.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 2 February 2020.
Assessment and interviews to be conducted on Tuesday 11 February 2020.
Please quote the job title and reference number in your application.

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website to download the information pack and application form. 

CV’s will not be accepted. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The National Children’s Bureau is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, political opinion, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, paternity, and carer status.

No agencies please.

Location: The Cedars and within the community

Status: Permanent

Salary: £24,018 - £30,555

Closing Date: February 7, 2020 5:00 pm

If you are an enthusiastic professional with experience in sourcing and managing substantial corporate partnerships, there couldn’t be a better time to join Compton Care. We are going through a period of growth and have some very exciting future plans to help us reach our goals.

Our Corporate Fundraiser will play a big part in ensuring the success of our new strategy by helping to develop a range of activities and engagement tools aimed at our corporate supporters to achieve income targets as well as offering excellent supporter care.

Role requirements:

• To work with the Corporate and Trusts Partnerships Manager to develop and implement the Corporate Fundraising Strategy in order to significantly grow corporate income through a range of work streams such as partnerships, payroll giving, sponsorship and cause related marketing.
• Achieve an agreed income target and work with the Corporate and Trusts Partnerships Manager to seek out new opportunities developing new initiatives and toolkits to exceed those targets where possible.
• Organise a range of specific corporate events to increase acquisition of contacts and increase brand profile
• To develop and maintain an excellent corporate volunteering programme, offering volunteering opportunities that meet the needs of Compton and Corporate partners.
• Act as a key ambassador for Compton Care. Develop relationships within the business community, establishing links and raising awareness of Compton’s vision and mission. This will involve being a member of business networks where appropriate and in agreement with line manager.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

We are looking for a passionate corporate fundraiser with at least 2 years’ experience who can evidence their ability to achieve income targets through successful acquiring and managing partnerships with businesses. You will be used to reporting on financial performance and evaluating the success of projects and campaigns. You will need to provide our supporters with gold standard care and have excellent communication skills. You should have strong IT (including database) skills and a good eye for detail. The successful candidate will be highly organised and able to handle a busy and varied workload.

Interested applicants should be able to evidence how they meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification.

Fundraiser needed to represent The Fire Fighters Charity in the South East

The Fire Fighters Charity is looking for a talented individual to join its team of Community, Corporate and Events Fundraisers, to become the fundraising face of the Charity in the South East. 

Community, Corporate and Events Fundraiser – South East 
Home-based / Fire Station based, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex, Kent, with travel across area

22.5 hours per week
£19,528 per annum plus generous benefits
Plus £3,400 car allowance

Who are we?

The Fire Fighters Charity offers specialist, lifelong support for members of the UK fire services community, empowering people to achieve mental, physical and social wellbeing throughout their lives. We provide confidential, personalised support to the whole of the fire services community, whether that’s at our centres, over the phone, online or out in communities. Championing the health and wellbeing of all those we support - serving, retired or dependant - we aim to ensure that our beneficiaries can live well for life. And they’re not all firefighters. We support all fire and rescue service personnel, whatever their role. We are also here for all those who have retired, as well as for spouses and dependants. It costs around £9 million each year to do what we do and we depend on the fundraising efforts and regular donations from fire and rescue service personnel, past and present.

What’s the role?

Our South East Community, Corporate and Events Fundraiser will inspire the vibrant and diverse communities within the South East areas of Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex and Kent to unite to support their fire community. You’ll join a nation-wide team of inspiring and innovative fundraisers, working collaboratively to secure the much-needed income for the Charity.

By building relationships with the fire and rescue services in your area, you’ll become an integral part of the local fire services community. Helping to co-ordinate events, support fundraising initiatives and implement new ideas, you’ll support your people, stations, and offices to raise awareness of the Charity and achieve and exceed income targets, as well as working with local businesses and people to maximise our fundraising potential.

By generating the income we need to realise our ambitions, you will help us to be there for even more members of the fire and rescue service. These are the people who run towards what most of us would run from, so supporting them is our utmost priority. 

About you

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and innovative fundraiser to join our team, full of ideas and a positive attitude. You’ll need excellent business and project planning skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and adapt your communication style to your audience.

You’ll be responsible for maximising the potential fundraising income from every event and initiative you support, so you must be able to effectively engage with multiple stakeholders and build strong networks.

You’ll also be able to support and inspire our volunteers, ensuring that these vital links between our Charity and the fire and rescue services are happy and fulfilled in their roles.

Reporting to the Fundraising Team Manager, you’ll be an excellent communicator with exceptional organisational skills and a ‘can do’ attitude. 

The ability to travel and some out of hours working is required. Charity experience is preferred. 

Closing date: 9am on 13th February 2020
Interview date: 19th February 2020

Visit our website for more information on the exciting work we do. 

Working for us

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working options and a rewarding role helping the everyday heroes of the UK fire and rescue services community.

The Fire Fighters Charity is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

To apply for the role of Community, Corporate and Events Fundraiser, please apply via the button shown. 

This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. 

Other organisations may call this role Fundraiser, Charity Fundraiser, Community Fundraising Officer, Corporate Fundraising Officer, or Fundraising Executive. 

We are delighted to work one of the longest standing charities in the UK, as they launch their new 8 year fundraising strategy this February.

They support thousands of young people of all backgrounds to better their lives, as well as providing a range of crucial support to seafarers. They hired a new Director of Fundraising a year ago, who has been instrumental in ‘rebooting’ the fundraising unit, building a great team, and is now on the look out for a talented and ambitious Corporate / Partnerships Fundraiser.

About the role

• The current portfolio is approx. 200k of various maritime and youth style partnerships (30% of the role approx.)

• The new biz target is 275k for the next year. There is a strong pipeline and lots of conversations to pick up on (70% of the role approx.)

• Huge opportunity to shape the role, working closely with the DoF&C on developing the overall strategy

• Work closely with marketing, major donor, trusts and other teams to maximise charity-wide income opportunities

• The long term plan is to hire an officer that this role would ultimately manage

What we're looking for

• A Corporate Partnership Manager (or equivalent) looking for a new challenge OR an exec/officer with several years experience looking to step up!

• New biz experience is a must, from prospect research through to bringing on partnerships

• A self starter who wants the responsibility of a corporate function

• A creative & collaborate thinker – strong interdepartmental relationships key

                                     

To apply for this role, please click Apply with Charityjob to submit your CV to Liam Huse 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.

SportsAid is looking to appoint a Corporate Fundraising & Events Manager to propel its new business development plan and support its exciting growth. You will be a key part of the income generating team, developing new business opportunities and resources to help the talented young sports people that the charity supports. Reporting directly to the Head of Fundraising, you will support the implementation and delivery of SportsAid’s fundraising strategy and take responsibility for the delivery of the charity's key events.

This is an exciting and key role that directly impacts the lives of the talented young athletes that the charity supports. You will relish the opportunity to identify, meet and develop corporate relationships as part of a committed and driven team. You are an energetic, detail-orientated fundraiser with a passion to help young people. You have a background in the charity sector and more than likely have an interest in sport.

Based in central London with a national brief, you will be responsible for growing our corporate partnerships and ensuring that our events are a huge success! Your role activities will include: 

• New business development of corporate partnerships and major gift opportunities
• Account management of a number of SportsAid’s partnerships
• Project management of SportsAid Week - the charity’s fundraising campaign week
• Overseeing the charity’s strategy for challenge events
• Assist in the development of the stewardship journey

You should be educated to degree level (or recognised equivalent) with a least two years fundraising experience and a track-record in securing new revenue and in developing long-term partnerships within the commercial sector. You will be able to demonstrate experience of planning, managing and delivering large commercial events and the ability to report progress.

In addition, you will have excellent organisational and presentation skills, and be an effective communicator with lots of enthusiasm. Sound IT skills and a working-knowledge of database management and Excel is essential.

SportsAid believes that diversity drives excellence and that representation is important in order to reflect diverse communities in 21st century Britain. SportsAid therefore positively welcomes and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment.

We positively encourage applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, disability, marriage and civil partnership status, gender identity, background, religion, faith, sexual orientation, maternity status, pregnancy, belief or nationality.

All applicants will be asked to complete SportsAid’s equal opportunities form. This will be sent upon receipt of your application.

If you have the skills and experience to join SportsAid at this exciting time for British sport, please send your CV with a short cover letter outlining why you would be suitable for the role.

Prevent Breast Cancer had a phenomenal 2019 which included the launch of an innovative new campaign, BreastFest, aiming to make Manchester the most breast aware region in the UK, as well as winning the brilliant Ride London partnership. Small but mighty, Prevent punches above its weight in the fight against breast cancer and is now looking forward to 2020 to take advantage of the opportunities this busy year has brought by growing their corporate fundraising team.

Offering a grown-up and flexible working culture that includes potential for some home-working too, this brand-new Corporate Fundraising Manager role will take charge of nurturing and growing a corporate partnerships pipeline with a mix of new business and account management. There are plenty of warm leads to follow up due to the charity's success in 2019 and you'll be confident in seizing and maximising those opportunities.

Ideally, you'll be experienced across the corporate fundraising spectrum including Charity of the Year, sponsorship, cause-related marketing and employee engagement. A polished presenter able to prepare and deliver engaging and persuasive pitches to potential partners. You'll also be a warm and positive person who leads by example and brings the best out in others.

With line management responsibility for a Corporate Partnerships Assistant, this is perfect for someone looking to take that first step into a leadership role. Of course, we'd also welcome applications from seasoned pros with passion and enthusiasm for Prevent's mission and vision.

If you would like to become part of the Prevent team, please get in touch with a copy of your CV to our Manchester consultant, Amelia Lee: [email protected]

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and will close and move to interview once we have a strong line-up, so please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a small international development membership charity in their hunt for a fantastic Corporate fundraiser who can join their small but mighty team. They have a huge pull within the UN and WHO, which is really exciting for someone who wants to work in an organisation that is advocacy focused. You will be working with the Head of Development to support the implementation of all aspects of the charity's fundraising strategy.

You will be providing excellent account management for their existing corporate supporters, ensuring that donors experience high-quality interactions with the organisation that foster long-term engagement. You will also be prospecting and researching new partnerships. This role will allow you to have a real impact as they have massive influence internationally as well as nationally. They currently work with a lot of pharmaceutical partners, but they are wanting to widen their portfolio. It will allow you to make a real strategic impact with the Head of Development.

Closing date for applications on Monday 10th February

Salary is £35,000 - £40,000

Interviews will be held the week commencing the 17th of February.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

We look forward to hearing from you.

If you would like to receive a full job specification for these roles or have a confidential conversation, please send your cv to [email protected] or call Hannah at Harris Hill on 0207 820 7331.

Are you ready for a new challenge? Would you relish the chance to become part of a successful forward-thinking organisation? 

This is a really exciting new role to take the lead on corporate fundraising within Stick ‘n’ Step.

You will maximise current potential through excellent stewardship of our existing partners. You will lead on securing new corporate partnerships, you will build brand-new relationships from scratch, including strategic partnerships and Charity of the Year campaigns. Taking ownership of the corporate income stream, you'll have plenty of autonomy to be creative in terms of trying fresh things and leading new campaigns.

We would welcome applications from candidates who are target driven, with strong corporate fundraising experience or from a corporate sales background, who want to use their skills to make a real difference to the lives of the children and families that we support.

If you are an enthusiastic and energetic individual, a natural networker and compelling communicator who enjoys working in a team environment to achieve outstanding results then we would love to hear from you!

Interviews will take place on Thursday 20th February. 

About us: 

Stick ‘n’ Step provide free conductive education sessions to children with cerebral palsy. Our support improves mobility, independence and boosts self-confidence, enabling each child to reach their personal potential.

“We work together to help everyone achieve their full potential while having fun”.

We provide vital support to over 100 children and their families from our centres in Wallasey and Runcorn. Our Runcorn centre opened in the summer of 2017 enabling us to reach out to more families across the North West of England. This is an exciting time to join Stick ‘n’ Step and we are looking for someone who has the passion and motivation to contribute to our dynamic organisation.

We're over the moon to be heading up the search party for an experienced Corporate Partnerships and Account Manager to develop, plan and deliver an innovative programme of campaigns and products for a fantastic health charity that supports and provides care for the local community.

You'll take the lead on corporate engagement in all its many forms. The charity already runs a successful business network with almost 50 active members ranging from multinationals to small, local businesses through a range of events and activities.

You'll maximise current potential through the business network, as well as building brand-new relationships from scratch, including strategic partnerships and Charity of the Year.
You'll take ownership of the income stream and have plenty of autonomy to be creative in terms of trying fresh things and leading new campaigns.

A happy team is waiting to welcome you and you'll be supported by leadership that encourages and invests in people and their development. This role would suit either a seasoned corporate partnerships specialist or someone from the commercial sector looking for greater job satisfaction.

Plenty of flexibility with working hours and would consider some homeworking too. A special opportunity for the right person to make their mark with amazing foundations already in place.
If you're as excited by this exciting opportunity as we are, please send a copy of your CV to our regional consultant, Amelia Lee: [email protected]

We'll be meeting candidates on a rolling basis so please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Title:  Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser

(Please note that internally this job title is Partnerships Executive)

Reports to: Partnerships Manager

Budget Responsibility: none

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

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

Team Association: Partnerships Team

Fundraising Team

Development Department
 

Job Purpose To be pro-active in identifying and developing new and existing relationships with corporate partners and prospects in order to generate income and assist the team in reaching agreed income targets.

Salary: £25k-28k depending upon experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, research and approach prospective contacts in order to cultivate relationships and generate new business income through sponsorship and other charity partnerships.

• Support the Head of Fundraising in maintaining and building upon existing corporate partnerships.

• Gain an in-depth knowledge and keep abreast of the progress of all Sailors’ Society’s programmes, projects and events in order to prepare high quality, commercially relevant and compelling proposals, reports and presentations.

• Take responsibility for own ‘portfolio’ of contacts, following all leads through to completion, meeting income raising targets and accurately recording all correspondence.

• Secure participants for Sailors’ Society events.

• Keep accurate records of all correspondence with Society stakeholders on Raisers’ Edge.

• Attend internal and external meetings, events and presentations as required.

• Ensure donors are promptly thanked and their gift is accurately recorded.

• Provide administrative duties related to corporate and trust income generation, such as sourcing materials, preparing invoices and other activities as required.

Personal Development

The Corporate Partnership Fundraiser will be expected to maintain a high level of competence and capability, identifying appropriate training and development opportunities as required.

Person Specification (minimum requirement)

Essential Attributes

• Commercially driven with a proven track record in business development or B2B sales.
• An understanding of and experience in managing charity/corporate partnerships and sponsorship agreements.
• Confident and competent at approaching new business prospects on the telephone, face-to-face and in writing.

• Excellent networking skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to people at all levels and to represent the Society in person.

• Ability to listen to the needs of corporate prospects in order to propose relevant ways of working together.

• Excellent writing skills with the ability to write accurate, powerful, compelling and persuasive copy in a range of formats e.g. proposals, reports, brochures and posters/flyers.

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan and manage a complex and demanding variety of tasks and to meet strict deadlines.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in experience.
• Prepared to work outside of normal office hours in the evenings and occasional weekends, including some overnight stays and overseas travel.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience in working in a busy corporate fundraising environment.
• Experience of using Raisers’ Edge or other CRM database.
• A good understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility, corporate community engagement initiatives and established corporate fundraising techniques.
• Experience of working for a charity and an understanding of charity law.
• An understanding of the global shipping and maritime industry.