Fundraising Insights Manager

Closing Date 5th June 2022

Interview Date 14th June 2022

Income Generation

Permanent – 37.5 hours per week

Hospice Pay band – D (£33,561 - £40,503)

Location: Hybrid working including Erdington and Selly Park sites

The Hospice Charity Partnership, formed from Birmingham St Mary’s and John Taylor Hospices, is looking for a Fundraising Insights Manager to join the Income Generation Team.

Are you an experienced Data Manager? Do you have experience of gathering and analysing data in the third sector and sharing your insight with colleagues?

If so then we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join the fundraising team as a Fundraising Insights Manager.

Working to support The Hospice Charity Partnership in achieving its vision to reach more people across our communities and growing voluntary income.

This role is responsible for the management of the Donorflex CRM system, which incorporates all data for fundraising and engagement purposes and records all voluntary gifts and Gift Aid.

Working across the department, you will take ownership for the delivery of high-quality data processing, ensuring systems capture the right data about supporters so the charity can plan insight-led activities to raise the voluntary income needed for The Hospice Charity Partnership (HCP) to achieve its goals.

Reporting directly to the Head of Fundraising Partnerships & Supporter Experience one of your main objectives will be to collect & analyse data to understand who our supporters are and how we can enhance and maximise income and engagement utilising this information.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience of managing and working with fundraising databases, good analytical skills, attention to detail and problem solving, as well as the ability to interpret information and quickly assimilate data and spot inconsistencies/patterns. Significant experience of working in a fundraising setting directly supporting donors and having a comprehensive understanding of the supporter journey and related processes would be an advantage, as well as a thorough understanding of data protection and confidentiality in the context of fundraising and finance.

If you have the skills and expertise and want to make a difference to people living with a life-limiting illness, this could be the role for you.

We do not have a sponsor’s licence and are unable to support Visa applications.

We value each person as an individual - whether they are colleagues, patients, family members, carers or supporters, every person matters. We embrace diversity of culture, background and environment knowing it enriches our workplace and our relationships with our local communities. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We would love to hear from you; about what makes you uniquely you, and how this opportunity will support you to succeed.

Candidates can be put off applying for a job when they have caring responsibilities and may not think they can achieve the flexibility they need. We are keen to hear from you, and whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution.

Fundraiser Job Advert

Part time: 21 hours 

Annual leave: 25 days pro rata plus bank holidays

Benefits: Contributory pension scheme and Employee Assistance Programme

Location: Hybrid (1 day per week from office/2 days remote working)

This is a new role for HF Mencap, reflecting the charity’s desire to further diversify our income.

You will be responsible for building our fundraising capacity at a crucial time for the organisation and supporting our fundraising strategy and plans.

This is a perfect position for someone with strengths in funding applications, bid writing and cultivating individual donors who is keen to develop their wider fundraising and development skills and gain “all rounder” experience in the charitable sector with hands on opportunities to inform strategy, develop relationships and support the growth of the charity.

The right candidate will help us engage with new and existing audiences, spreading the word about the amazing work we do and inspiring people to get involved. You’ll have a good knowledge of event planning and be prepared to network and get out into the community to attract new support.

The fundraiser's responsibilities would primarily be to identify and complete trust funding applications to trust funders as well as complete tenders and contracts but would also include developing fundraising programs/products, recruiting individual and corporate sponsors and volunteers, and encouraging support through promotional activities and events.

Interviews to be held the week of the 27th of June

Gloucester City, Gloucestershire - Hybrid (one day per week in office) 

Permanent, Part or Fulltime, 28-35 hours pro-rata 

Job Description 

Footsteps Counselling & Care offers compassionate personalised counselling and care to anyone affected by fertility or pregnancy issues, traumatic birth or baby loss, in partnership with other support agencies. Pleae visit our website to find out more about our work.

Footsteps is seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager to develop and implement the charity’s fundraising plans. As we continue to grow, we’re keen to diversify our income and this role would focus on securing multi-year grants and building new supporter relationships. 

We have been extremely successful in our individual giving and grant fundraising thus far, but it is time for a new experienced fundraiser to take it to the next level, focusing on both retention, uplift, and acquisition, working with our Volunteer Manager to build a strong fundraising volunteer base to assist you in delivering your plans. 

As this is our only fundraising role, we need someone who is experienced, self-motivated, organised and sets themselves high standards. This role reports directly to the Chief Executive and would work with the friendly, small, but passionate team to build the brand of the charity and reach as wide an audience as possible with our services. 

This role is flexible, home-based with one day a week spent in the office in Gloucester. Office equipment will be provided. Standard core hours of work are 9:00am - 5:30pm with possible requirement to work very occasionally at evenings and weekends (which will accrue Time Off in Lieu). 

Closing Date: 20 May 2022 with interviews to be scheduled for the following week via Zoom. 

Person Specification

Essential 

• Previous experience of working in a similar role with a proven track record of successful fundraising

• Knowledge of best practice within the charity sector and the Code of Fundraising Practice

• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills 

• Excellent influencing and persuading skills 

• Well-developed IT skills, including Microsoft Office

• Ability to plan and organise a varied and busy workload, including handling conflicting priorities and meeting deadlines 

• A pro-active approach, self-motivated and enthusiastic

• Flexible approach to work including willingness to work outside of usual hours on occasion if required by the role 

Desirable

• Experience of events management

• Experience of Lamplight and other CRM Packages 

Role Description 

Key Tasks

• Take responsibility for and lead the completion of grant applications that contribute to the team’s annual fundraising targets. 

• Research potential funders using relevant mechanisms and maintain records of the findings, including criteria, review dates and application deadlines. 

• Liaise with colleagues to obtain information required for funding proposals, ensuring that the relevant core organisational costs are included in any grants  

• Ensure that applications and reports are completed to the criteria and standard as specified by the funder and that they are reflective of Footsteps Counselling & Care’s mission and values. 

• Ensure all grant conditions are met. 

• Taking the lead in developing Individual Giving funding streams, including in memory and legacy giving. 

• Stimulate, encourage and support fundraising activities in Gloucestershire carried out by individuals, organisations and associations on behalf of Footsteps Counselling & Care 

• Identify opportunities to raise awareness of Footsteps Counselling & Care in the county through talks, attending local and networking events 

• Increase potential local funding streams by developing links with individuals and groups, including local companies and community organisations

• Develop a strategy for high net worth giving 

We are looking for a compassionate and creative human, who is passionate about building effective and meaningful relationships which generate and grow income so that we can change more young people’s lives. We are looking for a fundraising manager who recognises the gifts of active listening, powerful storytelling, and connecting supporters with our cause. We are committed to young people’s voice and lived experience being at the heart of our fundraising work.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing our new fundraising strategy, which has donor love at the heart. You will also lead the work of talented fundraisers, who will help us connect with different audiences through uplifting communications, customised donor journeys and memorable events which produce great results.

Duties and responsibilities

Key responsibilities

• To work in close collaboration with the Director of Innovation and Growth to implement Oxfordshire Youth’s fundraising strategy
• To meet agreed income generation targets across corporate and community partnerships, grant writing and individual giving

Fundraising corporates

• Building human-centred relationships with our six corporate partners, including Blenheim Palace, Radley College, Coventry Building Society, Andrews Property Group, The Wellbeing Generation, and VSL
• To research and develop new values-driven relationships with local and national corporate organisations, businesses, schools and statutory partners
• Develop innovative strategies to increase our visibility in the corporate space.
• Research and apply for local charity of the year partnerships and account manage these partnerships
• To lead on the delivery of our annual calendar of partnership-centered events, working with young people in our forums on planning and delivery. Events include our annual Blenheim fundraiser and the Oxford Half marathon

Trusts and grants

• To work closely with the Fundraising coordinator, Director of Innovation and Growth and members of the Senior Leadership team on grant applications to trusts, and statutory bodies
• To ensure regular and personalised contact with leads of larger foundations connected to OY, communicating our impact and the difference made as a result of their gift
• To collaborate with the OY team to ensure that reporting to trusts and foundations is completed in a timely manner, ensuring that repeat gifts from trusts and statutory bodies are acknowledged through personalised thanks

Individual giving

• Maintain and develop relationships with existing and new supporters of Oxfordshire Youth, maximising fundraising and increasing the number of long-term supporters
• To collaborate with the Fundraising coordinator to rejuvenate Ambassador engagement with OY and to work with them to grow the individual giving and community events
• Deliver new concepts to promote gifts in wills and in memory giving
• Implement the donor care engagement plans to deepen relationships with patrons, influencers, partners, and high net-worth individuals
• To co-ordinate working with the  Marketing and Communications Managers  in the creation of digital fundraising campaigns to engage monthly givers
• To work with PR, Marketing and Communications Manager and Impact, Quality and Research Manager to create annual impact reports, the case for support and other communications that will support the engagement of supporters
• Ensure quality donor engagement and celebration of partnerships via website, newsletter and social media platforms 

General

• To attend team meetings and regular supervision with the line manager.
• To ensure all DBS procedures are carried out in accordance with Oxfordshire Youth’s guidelines, policies and procedures.
• To undergo training enabling personal and professional development.
• To undertake other relevant duties related to the further development, promotion and sustainability of the charity.

Safeguarding

• Understanding that safeguarding children, young people and adults is everyone’s business and accessing training and supervision appropriate to the role.
• To ensure concerns are responded to appropriately in line with the OY's Safeguarding Adults Policy and the Child Protection Policy and interagency safeguarding procedures.
• To comply with recruitment and other checks as requested by the organisation including undertaking a DBS check.

This job description is subject to amendment following discussion with the post holder.

Person specification

Expertise and qualifications

Essential

• Excellent track record and experience of achieving income targets in  fundraising manager role in the voluntary/charity sector (ideally 3 years minimum, or equivalent)
• Excellent track record in securing  corporate partnerships  and major donor fundraising
• Deep understanding of the tactics that help increase likelihood of a charity securing strategic partnerships
• Experience of designing and delivering presentations and pitches to a varied audience
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills; personable and with a flair for building strong relationships with high level decision makers
• Experience in developing fundraising campaigns
• Experience of managing CRM databases
• Understanding of best practice and governance and financial management
• Ability to be flexible and agile in response to internal and external organisational needs
• A love of networking
• Ability to manage a team and build effective relationships internally and externally

Desirable

• Prior experience of working in the youth work sector
• Experience of Not For Profit fundraising
• Working knowledge of the techniques used in realising authentic co-design principles within youth led services
• Practical experience of coordinating Charity’s fundraising efforts
• Monitoring and evaluating experience

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Prioritise effectively, working to deadlines and targets
• Ability to work with colleagues from external agencies both voluntary and statutory

• IT skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and CRM systems
• A flexible approach to work, including a willingness to take on tasks outside the usual remit and to work irregular hours
• The ability to solve problems and think creatively

Desirable

• Experience of developing and maintaining relationships with local media and press
• Working Knowledge of GDPR

• Proficiency in a range of online digital tools for project management such as Monday boards, Slack and others
• Previous experience working in the not-for-profit sector

Personal qualities

Essential

• An unwavering commitment to Oxfordshire Youth’s vision, mission and values
• The ability to relate to and empathise with young people
• Integrity and discretion when dealing with sensitive information
• A commitment to treating people equally, being aware of unconscious bias and working proactively and openly to challenge it within your own and within others’ practice
• Respecting differences and challenging prejudice and discrimination
• A positive, enthusiastic and can-do approach that demonstrates the attributes of a growth mindset
• Commitment to your own learning and development
• Accountability for the quality of your work and responsibility for maintaining and improving your knowledge and skills

We’re a growing national charity with a new and ambitious strategy and a strong funding pipeline. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, grabbing every opportunity to contribute to the development of our work to support kinship families. Reporting to the chief executive, you’ll be at the heart of our growth and development as you play a key role in delivering our plans to drive sustainable income growth and diversify our income portfolio.

This is a developing role with huge potential to contribute to our growth as a fundraising charity. We’re looking for someone with the right combination of skills and experience to build on our successful fundraising from trusts and foundations, lottery and statutory sources, as well as wider knowledge and experience to develop a new major donor funding stream.

Now is an exciting time to join us as Fundraising Manager, you will be building on a period of strong income growth and inherit a healthy pipeline with existing multi-year relationships and new warm potentials. You will work to a stretching but achievable target supported by a wider team that prioritises and champions fundraising including an engaged Board of Trustees and supportive Senior Leadership Team. Finally, you will be joining a charity with a flexible working environment which cares about your wellbeing and development.

We will guarantee interviews to any candidates with experience of kinship care (either of being in kinship care or of being a kinship carer) who demonstrate that they meet the essential skills and experience outlined.

Location: Home-based or London office-based (Vauxhall)

Working hours: Full-time (flexible, working minimum of 28 hours/per week considered – pro rata)

Salary: £33,639 - £36,944 (outside of London); £36,865 - £40,170 (including London weighting)

Benefits: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time) and pension

Interview date: Interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified.

About Kinship:

Kinship is the leading charity in England and Wales for kinship carers – relatives and friends who raise children when their parents aren’t able to. We offer kinship carers expert advice as well as financial, legal, practical and emotional support and understanding from the moment they need it, for as long as they need it. We’re always there to help with the complicated and stressful decisions that so many kinship families have to make, as well as to celebrate the good times.

Working alongside kinship carers and the children they raise, with their voice and views at the fore, we build communities of support and give everything we have to fight for each family and their rights, as well as to raise awareness of kinship care and secure better support for all those playing this critical role.

Main purpose of this role

We’re looking for a dynamic fundraiser to join our small creative and supportive team, you’ll be joining at an exciting time - 2022 is our 20th Anniversary and this is an opportunity to help FareShare Sussex achieve its ambitious plans.

Fundraising income is crucial for our success. We concentrate on corporate partnerships, trust fundraising, individual giving, events and community giving. This role is integral in helping us reach our fundraising targets. We are looking for someone with fundraising expertise, ideally in individual giving or community fundraising, but we would welcome applicants across any of the fundraising areas as we can offer training and mentoring.

Fundraising responsibility is currently shared with the Senior Fundraising and Communications Manager, with whom you will work closely and share some responsibilities. An important part of the role is to increase our presence across the media, we’re looking for someone who has a natural flair for, and interest in communications, to develop and implement our aspirational plans, in particular through social media. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for a varied and diverse role to join our dynamic growing organisation right at the heart of helping people in food poverty and saving surplus food from landfill.

Duties and responsibilities

Fundraising:

● To lead on Individual Giving and Community fundraising

● To work on any area of fundraising as required by the charity as the organisation develops

● To work in partnership with external organisations to identify fundraising opportunities

Communications:

● To develop and implement our communications plan to raise the profile of the organisation and encourage support

● To produce engaging content for our social media channels, newsletter and press releases

● To represent FareShare Sussex at events

● To oversee and update website content (Wordpress)

● To contribute to monitoring and evaluation activities Other

● To produce timely and accurate, tailored reports to funders

● To assist with other administration and support tasks as required to meet the needs of the Charity

This is an exciting opportunity to harness support for RSPCA Brighton Branch into a new and innovative fundraising programme.

We are looking for an innovative, energetic and passionate fundraiser who is brimming with ideas to take the Branch into the future.

We need someone with a proven ability to make money and generate support who is highly organised and motivated to work towards a sustainable future for the Branch.

We have ambitious plans to grow and develop the Branch both around our shelter and within the community to create a better future for animal welfare. This role will be at the heart of that plan, generating the income to make a real difference to the animals within the Branch area.

Our new fundraising manager will be highly organised, able to inspire and motivate and ambitious to innovate and grow, with an entrepreneurial talent to seek out new opportunities.

This is a new role and the successful candidate will be able to both take management responsibilities for events and new ideas as well as be working at ground level working alongside volunteers. 

This is a hands on role for someone not afraid to get stuck in to make a difference.

Fundraising Officer

Reports to:   Executive Director

Hours of Work:      28 hours

Salary:                    £25,500- 27,500, pro rata depending on experience

Duration: 2 years fixed-term contract,

FORWARD is the African women-led organisation working to end violence against women and girls. From female genital mutilation and child marriage to domestic and sexual violence, we tackle abuse and discrimination – enabling African women and girls to have the dignity, health and equality they deserve.

At FORWARD, we focus on personal stories and the bigger picture. We support affected women and girls on the ground – bringing together communities, developing skills and knowledge, and nurturing young women leaders of tomorrow. That is why we work strategically to challenge and support decision-makers and practitioners – conducting community research, building partnerships and creating opportunities to transform lives.  For over 35 years, FORWARD has been speaking with one voice to safeguard the rights and dignity of African women and girls, wherever they live.

Job Purpose

This is an exciting new role at FORWARD to help increase funding streams and enable FORWARD deliver its mission and vision.  The post holder will proactively manage and develop a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations funders; develop multi-year funding applications and scope potential for corporate fundraising and increasing donations from individuals to help attain our fundraising objectives.

We seek an experienced self-motivated fundraiser with proven track record of successful fundraising from Trusts and Foundations and relationship building. This includes researching opportunities, and working with both staff and partners in developing proposals and applications in line with FORWARD’s programme prioritie. You will support and provide guidance to colleagues across the organisation on applications and fundraising events.

If you are the right candidate, you will also have the opportunity to set up, manage and take oversee other fundraising work whilst supporting with administration and donor care and communication, including providing excellent stewardship for our members.

Your main responsibilities will include the following: fundraising and income growth: grant management; communication and stewardship and relationship building.

Application process

As part of the recruitment and selection process FORWARD may undertake DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) checks where appropriate for all individuals who will work directly with children and vulnerable adults. We are committed to welcoming people from diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences.  oFORWARD considers being female a Genuine Occupational Requirement for this post under the Equality Act 2010.

Closing date: 20th May 2022- Interviews will be on 8th and 9th June 2022

To apply for this post please read the Job Description, complete the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form. 

Please state this reference in your application: FUNDS22

We are sorry we are unable to respond to all applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Many thanks for your interest in working with FORWARD.

Barnet Mencap provides advice, information and support for people in the London Borough of Barnet with learning disabilities and/or autism as well as their family carers. We are looking to recruit a talented fundraiser to join us who can implement an exciting new fundraising strategy.  

As Fundraising Coordinator, you will be using your communication skills and ability to inspire people to support our organisation to encourage fundraising by clients, carers, volunteers, local businesses, schools and other community groups. You will also be identifying and pursuing fundraising from trusts and grant making organisations.

Underpinning all of this, you will work closely with our managers so that your fundraising efforts are based on close knowledge of the results our services are achieving.

Success in your role will help Barnet Mencap in its delivery of a range of services for people with learning disabilities and/or autism and their families.

To apply, please either complete an application form or send a CV with a statement explaining how you meet each of the criteria on the person specification.

Role Description

Job Title: Fundraising Manager

Reports to: Head of Fundraising

Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum (dependent upon experience)

Location: Flexible - Shelter Cymru has offices across Wales and is working with staff to offer a form of hybrid working moving forwards.

Hours: 35 hours per week

Post No: SC617

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Background to our organisation

Shelter Cymru is the people and homes charity in Wales and works for the prevention of homelessness, the improvement of housing conditions, and the right of everyone to a safe, suitable and affordable home.

We understand the damage that bad housing causes. Every day we deal with the effect it has on people's lives.

Shelter Cymru’s 2025 Vision

Shelter Cymru has an ambitious vision that by 2025 the organisation will:

· Help more people to find long term solutions. We want to help more people experiencing or facing homelessness, or living in unsuitable homes, to find long term solutions to the problems they face

· Fight for good homes. Our policy, research, campaigning and lobbying will focus on structural drivers of need, evidenced by our casework, and underpinned by recognition of home as the foundation of people’s personal, social and economic lives and their health and wellbeing

· Build our resilience and capacity. We want to build a resilient and sustainable organisation that is continually learning and adapting to a changing environment; where our staff, and the people we exist to serve, feel valued and empowered.

Background to post

After a number of years of austerity and public service cuts, the demand for Shelter Cymru services continues to grow, whilst at the same time the complexity of issues that people face has grown too. The pandemic, followed by the cost of living crisis, has presented a new set of problems both in the short term in delivering services to people in need, and in the longer term through the anticipated economic impact on households across Wales.

Our Fundraising team is responsible for generating funds, for both new Shelter Cymru services and projects and to contribute to ‘core’ organisational running costs. It generates income and in-kind support from a range of sources (including appeals, activities and events, individual giving; legacies;

community groups; corporates; and trusts/foundations), enabling Shelter Cymru to achieve its goals. This new position is pivotal to the Fundraising team developing its role in relation to contracts and statutory funding; and in partnering colleagues across the charity to maximise our impact. It provides the opportunity to lead a small team of Officers who specialise in various income sources (currently four staff) and to shape and deliver operational plans and priorities, informed by our organisational strategy and our developing Funding & Income Generation Strategy.

Role summary/purpose

The Fundraising Manager will play a central role in identifying and securing new opportunities for funding and growth, leading a team responsible for the day to day delivery of our new Funding & Income Generation Strategy. They will collaborate with colleagues across Shelter Cymru to identify funding priorities and opportunities and to develop compelling funding ‘asks’. In addition, they will support the Head of Fundraising in shaping future strategy and will deputise for the Head of Fundraising, as necessary.

Main Duties

1.0 Fundraising and Income Generation

1.1 Lead a team to deliver the Fundraising and Income Generation Strategy, diversifying income streams and growing independent income; support the Head of Fundraising to further develop our strategic approach to funding and income generation.

1.2 Quality assure the team’s work and monitor team progress against KPIs and targets across all giving streams, including financial and non-financial ROI.

1.3 Lead on a range of funding requests, including writing, and supporting others to develop their bid writing skills; and partnering with subject matter experts.

1.4 Collaborate with colleagues across Shelter Cymru to develop funding proposals/reports; lead cross-departmental teams to translate our strategic ambitions and departmental priorities into fundable and deliverable propositions to submit to voluntary and statutory funders; work with projects to monitor progress of delivery against objectives and demonstrate impact.

1.5 Be responsible for the account management of a portfolio of strategic relationships with funders.

1.6 Work with project teams and the Head of Finance to effectively cost proposals, in line with organisational budgeting and financial procedures.

2.0 Management

2.1 Provide line management to team members and support recruitment of volunteers.

2.2 Support the Head of Fundraising in promoting team resilience, flexibility, development and skill sharing to achieve strategic aims and support staff in developing their fundraising careers.

2.3 Represent the department and function on the Management Group, contributing to effective two-way communication between staff and senior managers and to organisational policy development, fostering positive internal relationships.

2.4 Deputise for the Head of Fundraising, internally and externally, when requested to do so.

3.0 General

3.1 Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role.

3.2 Ensure, in the course of employment, complete confidentiality is maintained in respect of the Charity, its dealings, transactions, affairs and all other information relating to clients, participants, associates, staff and other subsidiaries etc.

3.3 Keep up to date with developments within Shelter Cymru that influence the day-to-day activities within the role, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and any other relevant internal/external factor(s).

3.4 Ensure all activities comply with appropriate legal requirements and with Shelter Cymru policies and procedures.

3.5 Demonstrate a commitment to the aims and objectives of Shelter Cymru and the implementation of its Diversity Policy and Welsh Language Scheme in the workplace.

3.6 To support the work of volunteers and other placements, as requested.

In addition to the above duties and responsibilities, the Fundraising Manager must be prepared to undertake such additional duties which may result from changing circumstances, but which may not of necessity change the general character or level of responsibility to the post.

You will be subject to a performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period

Role: Head of Fundraising

Location: Merseyside

Salary: £35-40k

If you're a either current or aspiring fundraising leader looking to make a tangible and significant impact, then you need to take a look at the life-changing outcomes delivered by Stick 'n' Step for children living with cerebral palsy. Could you be their next Head of Fundraising?

Through ground-breaking, personalised therapy that isn't available on the NHS, Stick 'n' Step is currently improving day-to-day life for over 100 families in the North West by helping children gain their independence, boost their self-confidence and reach their individual potential. With your help nurturing the fundraising team, they could do more.

About the role:

Stick 'n' Step is looking for a dynamic Head of Fundraising to lead and grow a small team of three fundraisers, taking day-to-day responsibility for the fundraising strategy. Reporting directly into and working closely alongside the CEO, you'll work across income streams with real potential to grow sustainable income by fostering a culture of confidence; encouraging the team to identify, nurture and embed long-term relationships - both new and existing.

About the person:

Ideally, you'll have knowledge and experience of leading community and corporate income streams, as these have been identified as potential growth spots for the charity. You'll also have oversight of trusts and individual giving, so this could be a phenomenal step-up opportunity for the right candidate into their first Head of role. Of course, we'd also love to speak to seasoned professionals interested in making a big impact for a local cause. All welcome to apply!

Most importantly, you're a caring, compassionate and inspiring leader who knows how to get the best from a team with diverse skills and needs. You're able to identify and maximise opportunities, working both strategically and operationally, and can demonstrate income growth in previous roles.

Flexible, life and family-friendly employer. With a centre in Wallasey and one in Runcorn, you will be based where the amazing work happens so you can really feel the impact your contribution is having. There is also the opportunity to work flexibly and from home. A friendly, happy place to be where people really enjoy coming to work.

To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please send a copy of your CV directly to Stick 'n' Step's CEO, Amy Couture, or send your CV through to Charity People and we will pass it on.

Closing date: Sunday 5th June 9am

Interview: TBC

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.

The Booth Centre is looking for its next Head of Fundraising….could it be you?

A Manchester-based community centre run collaboratively with people affected by homelessness, the Booth Centre provides a warm welcome, an opportunity to belong, to gain a purpose and rebuild your life. Recognised nationally as a beacon of best practice, it's an inclusive space where people who use the Centre are centrally involved in the planning, evaluation, and delivery of the service. The Booth Centre leads the sector in co-production, from the commissioning of services to deciding on the activities calendar for the year ahead.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the on-going evolution of this values-led organisation, leading the fundraising that enables ground-breaking ideas to be driven forward, influencing positive change in the lives of those affected by homelessness.

About the role:

Leading a small, passionate fundraising team, you'll work in partnership with the CEO and Fundraising Committee to develop and expand the existing fundraising programme across a range of income streams, including corporates, major giving, trusts and grants, community and individual giving.

You'll refresh the existing portfolio and invigorate with fresh ideas and perspective, to ensure the charity is at the forefront of post-pandemic fundraising and ahead of the curve when it comes to innovation.

About the person:

• You're an experienced fundraising professional who is naturally curious and always in learning mode, which means your fundraising portfolio is diverse, fresh and vibrant.
  
  
• Your track-record is underpinned by a range of fundraising experience across multiple income streams, with a particular specialism in major relationships (corporate, major gifts and/or trusts).
  
  
• You're brave and bold in approach, constantly horizon scanning for new ideas and ways of working, and you lead by example so that your team are encouraged and empowered to do the same.
  
  
• You are a brilliant, sensitive and engaging communicator who operates with strong emotional intelligence at all times, whether that's public speaking at an event, working closely with supporters, or engaging internally with colleagues and people visiting the centre.

Flexible life and family-friendly with fantastic benefits including 10% pension contribution. Based primarily in Manchester at the Booth Centre with potential for a hybrid working model.

Personal experience of homelessness would of course be an advantage, as would the ability to speak a European Language in addition to English. As Black, Asian and minority ethnic people are currently underrepresented in the workforce, we particularly welcome applications from you if that's your background, as the Booth Centre strives to be more representative of people who attend the Centre and the wider Manchester community.

If you could help make a difference to the lives of people dealing with homelessness in Manchester, please send a copy of your CV to Amelia Lee for lots more detail.

Deadline: 9am on Friday 27^th May

Interview date: w/c 6^th June

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), sex, 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.

Context
We provide direct support to people and families affected by meningitis and are looking for someone who can assist our team in achieving fundraising plans and targets by giving functional support to our student team and the wider fundraising department as required. In return you will learn about an international charity, its beneficiaries and a range of its activities. You will be working with a lively, friendly and varied team and develop an understanding of charity fundraising techniques.

Purpose
To provide administrative support by:

• Updating and maintaining the charity’s databases with financial and donor information
• Identifying opportunities for improving processes, implementing changes to how we work and documenting and monitoring processes within the fundraising department
• Working on clearly identified and agreed projects to assist in the organisation and running of our student programme

Reports to
The Senior Fundraising Manager will be responsible for your post and will ensure you have been given appropriate responsibilities and tasks. This will include monitoring your performance, ensuring you are well supported, and providing feedback as you progress.

Responsibilities

• Understand our fundraising database and how it is used and to be able to create and maintain records, acting as a key point of contact and support to the rest of the team
• Provide proactive and responsive general day-to-day administrative support to the student fundraising team, seeking ways to maximise the efficiency of the department
• Carry out routine financial administration and monitoring processes within the department
• Manage information from online fundraising platforms used by our donors and supporters
• Enthusiastically seek improvements to the department’s processes so as to bring about long-term improvements to efficiency

Key Tasks

• Manage donor information within our database. Updating event and contact details, communications and donation information
• Manage/Oversee new online fundraising pages, set up and amend donor information, before passing to relevant fundraiser/membership team
• Produce regular reports, especially in relation to financial record keeping
• Answer calls and monitor inboxes to deal with enquiries and requests for information
• Support the promotion and recruitment of student challenge events both via email, social media and via the telephone
• Manage the email client software, keeping the contact information up to date and managing the automated email journeys.
• Support participants with their fundraising plans and activities when necessary
• Support in the application, administration and monitoring of fundraising opportunities provided by MRF primarily to the student fundraisers including street collections and the student raffle
• Provide general administration support for the student fundraising team
• Undertake other duties as reasonably requested

General, personal & developmental

• Maintain required records of supporter relationships
• Support all colleagues and communicate your work and needs openly and effectively.
• Establish efficient and effective working relationships and communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Take responsibility for own development and training needs, in consultation with line manager.

This is a great opportunity to play a key role within the Trust Fundraising Team. Through excellent stewardship and high-quality, targeted applications, you will secure and grow income from small and medium sized trusts and foundations, as well as support with the delivery of the wider trusts team strategy.

We are looking for someone with experience of fundraising from trusts and foundations who can hit the ground running. The team has just had its most successful year for income in over a decade, so it is an exciting time to join. 

The successful candidate should have:

• Experience of fundraising from trusts in the voluntary sector
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Thorough approach with very good attention to detail

Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities.

About us:

Muscular Dystrophy UK is the charity bringing individuals, families and professionals together to fight muscle-wasting conditions. We bring together more than 60 rare and very rare progressive muscle-weakening and wasting conditions, affecting around 110,000 children and adults in the UK.

Benefits:

We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We also offer a range of benefits including pension, life assurance, season ticket loan, ride to work scheme, health cash plan, and an employee assistance programme.

Location:

This role is based from our office in Southwark, London with a great deal of flexibility for home working. 

In order to apply, please click on the Apply Now button and send your CV with a covering letter detailing why you are best suited for the role.

*Unfortunately, due to resource capacity, we will only contact candidates that are shortlisted for interview. Therefore if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date please note your application has been unsuccessful.