Role purpose:

This is an exciting time at ShelterBox. We have ambitious targets of sheltering more and more families after disaster each year. A key enabler to achieving this strategic objective is a sustainable funding mix, including institutional (government) grants and contracts.

The Grants Manager is a new post that will deliver grant management for institutionally funded projects and programmes. The role will also be responsible for developing our organisational capacity to manage restricted grants more broadly, in coordination with other stakeholders from across the Global organisation. It is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of the organisation’s drive to scale up the delivery of its mission through institutional partnerships.

Who are we looking for?

ShelterBox is seeking an experienced, delivery focused, practical and proactive individual with a strong understanding of all aspects of institutional grants management and compliance. The role requires an ability to build strong relationships, negotiate, influence, and inform colleagues across the organisation in order to strengthen our ability to manage grants including institutional. You will need to be comfortable creating and developing the systems, processes and tools required for success, rather than working within a mature existing framework.

Main role and responsibilities to include:

• Accountable for delivering a portfolio of institutionally funded projects on time, to budget and to a standard commensurate with donor compliance requirements.
   
• In coordination with Head of Responses, Finance and Programme Funding Manager, lead on the development and continual improvement of grant management and reporting systems, processes, guidance, and tools for ShelterBox restricted projects.
   
• Foster donor relationships and ensure strong representation of ShelterBox and its impact globally.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Support the development of concept notes and proposals, coordinating across directorates and with Affiliates, to ensure the production of high-quality proposals that are reflective of ShelterBox’s strategic aims, purpose and meets the operational needs.

• Coordinate with Operational teams, Programme Funding Manager, Finance and support functions throughout the grant cycle to ensure appropriate set up of new grants, ongoing reporting and close out of grants.

• Liaise with Operational teams, Finance, MEAL (Monitoring Evaluation and Learning) and support functions to ensure the delivery of timely and accurate donor submissions including financial and narrative reports, budgets, workplans, forecasts, and responses to ad hoc requests.

• In conjunction with Operational teams, Finance, MEAL and support functions, review and approve reports, budgets and workplans from partners to ensure that donor requirements are being met, and adequate explanations are obtained for variances.

• Provide technical direction and support to ShelterBox staff and partners on grant management and reporting systems, and on donor compliance.

• Work with relevant teams within ShelterBox to plan and conduct monitoring of partners.

• Build and foster relationships with institutional organisations to support the development of fundable opportunities that enable the delivery of ShelterBox goals.

• Provide ShelterBox management with regular analysis of the project progress and burn rate.

• Ensure that the ShelterBox Grant Policy and Procedure are followed in terms of ensuring due diligence on prospective partners is undertaken to the standards required by donors, and work with desk managers to ensure a risk-based approach to managing partners is applied.

• Help build a culture of continual improvement by ensuring that knowledge and learning from projects is embedded in future ShelterBox response design.

• Keep within the charity’s aims and objectives, strategic plans and values.

Prospectus are excited to be working exclusively with the Freedom Fund to help them recruit for a Senior Strategic Partnership Manager. The Freedom Fund is an international non-profit organisation dedicated to identifying and investing in the most effective frontline efforts to end slavery.

This role is offered as a 9-12 month maternity cover contract paying between £50,000 and £55,000 per annum to be home based for the length of restrictions. There are currently ongoing discussion about what a potential return to working in the London office could look like, but this post is not likely affected.

Submission of Applications: Tuesday January 25th

The post holder will produce funding applications for assigned government and foundation donors, in close consultation with the Managing Director of Development and Partnerships, and with relevant colleagues in the finance and program teams. They will support the fundraising strategy with colleagues across the Partnerships and Development team, including developing a pipeline of prospective opportunities, and developing an outreach and engagement plan for new donors.

They are looking for someone who has a substantial track record of producing successful funding bids for government and foundation donors, including through public tenders, competitive bidding and consortia processes; in particular: proven experience winning and managing contracts from government such as UK and US government bodies (DFID, USAID etc.).

We are reviewing applications on a continuous basis so please do apply now and we'll be in touch!

As a specialist Recruitment Practice we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance and begin to prepare your supporting statement. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role.

Role purpose:

This is an exciting time at ShelterBox and we have ambitious targets of sheltering more and more families each year. A key enabler to achieving this strategic objective is a sustainable funding mix. 

The Programme Funding Manager is responsible for coordinating the development and delivery of restricted grants which support the delivery of Operational Strategy.  They will do this through the management of ShelterBox’s Fundable Opportunities; a portfolio of programmatic information collated to support income generation and grant management activities across the organisation. The role will also be responsible for developing our organisational capacity to coordinate restricted grants more broadly, in conjunction with other stakeholders from across the Global organisation.

Who are we looking for?

ShelterBox is seeking an experienced, delivery focused, practical, motivated and proactive individual with a strong understanding of major fundraising. The role requires an ability to build strong relationships, negotiate, influence and inform colleagues across the organisation in order to strengthen our ability to win and manage grants. You will need to be comfortable creating and developing the systems, processes and tools required for success, rather than working within a mature existing framework.

Main role and responsibilities to include:

• Plan, coordinate and deliver a functioning pipeline of Fundable Opportunities that supports the Operational strategy and enables Fundraising to meet income goals.
• Lead on the identification, planning, and execution of all elements of building opportunities across the Operations department to deliver thematic Fundable Opportunity packages.
• Own and manage processes and resources related to the effective coordination of Fundable Opportunities with stakeholders from across the Global organisation. Oversee and serve as decision maker on new bids against Fundable Opportunities (escalating as appropriate) based on assessment of fund absorption capacity.
• Promote operational funding needs in line with Operations strategy and provide an effective link between the Operations, Fundraising & Communications and Finance departments.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Manage Fundable Opportunities and the asks against them, advising Finance, Grants Manager, Programme Teams and Fundraising staff on their responsibilities for coordinating activity.
• Oversee a system to maintain relevant project, finance and reporting information (including restrictions on asks and grant management) for fundable activities, packaged Fundable Opportunities, proposals, and awarded grants.
• Gather intelligence about upcoming responses and areas of operational activity to identify funding opportunities; develop and share opportunity-specific information and analysis.
• Provide thought-partnership to restricted income fundraisers, guiding them on appropriate projects for which to apply for funding and support their use of the Fundable Opportunities process to facilitate this.
• Ensure understanding of any implications, risks and opportunities of funding applications/awards, and that all relevant team members understand the terms and conditions of successful donor grant agreements/contracts, including key deadlines.
• Maintain the Fundable Opportunities information sharing and coordination system
• Provide a conduit between Operational plans, Grant Management, Fundraising needs and Finance requirements.
• Build a forward-looking Fundable Opportunities plan that takes into account external trends or drivers of displacement, Operational plans, budget plans and forecasting across the year,
• Independently and proactively deliver a pipeline of Fundable Opportunities, ensuring quality assurance of package design and working with colleagues in Operations (programme delivery) and MEAL to secure required approvals.
• Keep within the charity’s aims and objectives, strategic plans and values.

Job Description

Job Title

Manager Institutional Funding & Strategic Partnerships

Location

Dewsbury

Reporting to

Chief Executive Officer

Date

10th August, 2020

SKT Welfare UK

SKT Welfare is a UK based registered charity, founded in 2008 dedicated to the delivery of humanitarian aid and solutions regardless of race, political affiliation, gender or belief. Its vision is “a world where everyone is being cared for and live a sustainable life free from extreme poverty”

Job Purpose and Scope

To support SKT head office and Field offices in the organisation’s  growth through  proactive management and coordination of institutional funding and strategic partnerships across SKT’s countries of operations. The Manager IFSP will focus on securing funds, building and enhancing strategic with Institutional Donors, Trusts, Foundations, Limited Companies, Arab donors, High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) in the UK, Europe, the USA and Middle Eastern Countries.

Main Responsibilities

Funding Strategy/ Planning (30%)

• To analyse donors’ funding priorities, gathering related intelligence and identifying new potential donors for SKT humanitarian and development projects in the target countries.
• To gather information about institutional and other donors’ thematic and geographical preferences. These include UN Agencies, EU/ECHO, DFID/UKAID, USAID, GOAC, Government of Isle of Man etc.
• To develop a database of existing and potential institutional donors through donor mapping for HQ and field offices

• To support senior management in the preparation/ updates of organisational and departmental strategy and planning

• To participate in relevant internal and external working groups, conferences and workshops for networking and profile building of SKT
• To travel nationally and overseas for networking in addition to establishing an understanding for better, up-to-date programme design and proposal development

Proposal Development (30%)

• To assist programmes department at the HQ and field levels in developing high quality concept notes, proposals, budgets and logframes for submission to institutional and other donors
• To make sure all the supporting documents are readily available for submission to institutional donors, trusts, foundations, corporate sector, etc.
• To ensure all submissions are in line with donor guidelines, internal criteria and international standards

• To make coordination with programme, finance and all related staff/ partners across all HQ and field levels for gathering information required for CN and Detailed proposal

Grants Management and Reporting (20%)

• To assist programmes department at the HQ and field levels in undertaking grants management oversight role, including monitoring of projects' compliance with approved funding standards, policies and practices; ensuring any needed amendments are secured, etc.
• To assist programmes department in ensuring high quality reports to donors meeting their requirements and highlighting the impact and value of SKT’s work

• To gather relevant and updated information from respective programme staff for annual report

Capacity Building (10%)

• To identify the training needs of the programme and other staff at the HQ and field office levels;
• To prepare material for training workshops for programme and other staff and deliver trainings on quality proposal development, project cycle management, logframes, and reporting to donors at the HQ and field levels
• To Liaise across the organisation to share learning and best practices

Due Diligence Documentation (10%)

• To prepare and update due diligence and capacity assessment related documents, polices and manuals for submission to institutional and other donors
• To prepare documents required for memberships, networks and entities.

General

• Must adhere to the charities policies and procedures, e.g. Data protection, Health & Safety at Work, Global Code of Conduct, and Safeguarding etc.
• Must respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to their employment and other members of staff
• Shall demonstrate on-going professional development through reflective practice and participation in internal and external development opportunities as evidenced in a Continuing Professional Development portfolio.
• Participate in the appraisal process and ensure that agreed objectives are achieved, taking responsibility for directing own learning and development activities (e.g. private study, e-learning)
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, directors and the general public.
• Assist staff in other departments and regions as required in order to facilitate the work of the charity
• The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the post holder

The Partnerships Officer will support the identification of new partnerships and strengthening of existing ones. This is a demanding role that requires the individual to work with 10 wide-ranging AKDN multi-sector, profit and not-for-profit development and service agencies and institutions, present in 30+ countries. Working alongside them, the Partnerships Officer will support the management of a set of grants, and facilitate the pursuit of new funding opportunities with European and Asian institutional donors, foundations and corporates.

Grants Management

• Support the management of grants through regular coordination with relevant AKDN agencies/field units and AKF(UK)’s programme finance department to ensure projects are delivered on-time and on-budget; proactively support the resolution of challenges as they arise

• Support the preparation, review and feedback process on donor reports to ensure reports comply with donor requirements and are produced on time and to a high standard

• Be an interface with donors and communicate on a regular basis about the implementation of on-going grants in order to maintain a solid relationship and to address queries or challenges effectively

• Undertake coordination and administrative tasks related to grants, including collecting and forwarding information to different units and any necessary follow up tasks specified

• Support the maintenance and updating of grant management tools and tracking systems

 Resource Mobilisation

• Support the review and strengthening of concept notes and proposals across a wide array of sectors

• Conduct due diligence of new partners (donors, NGOs, universities, etc.) in coordination with AKF(UK)’s programme finance team and AKF’s global programmes team

• Develop and contribute to positioning pieces and communication materials (e.g. presentations, narrative overviews) to enable regular and effective engagement with donors

• Research, scan and source relevant information regarding new donors and funding opportunities to identify potential funding matches and gather intelligence around European and Asian donors

• Prepare donor briefs and talking points for donor meetings, referencing latest donor strategies, field-level discussions and possible donor/AKDN matches to consider positioning during meetings

• Coordinate (bi-)monthly conference calls, organising the resource mobilisation tracker and relevant documents for specific units to support pipeline management processes

• Support the maintenance and updating of resource mobilisation tools and tracking systems

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred

Skills

• Ability to provide stable, consistent, reliable and courteous communication when dealing with external organisations, senior colleagues and community members

• Ability to communicate AKDN/AKF values and strategic plan effectively to partners and colleagues

• Creativity and critical thinking

• Efficient project management

• Must be an entrepreneurial, pro-active self-starter with maturity and emotional intelligence

• The ability to problem-solve, work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with numerous and competing deadlines

• Ability to handle complex relationships diplomatically with colleagues, governance entities and external stakeholders in a professional manner

• Excellent writing, speaking and other communications skills, with thoroughness and attention to detail

• Strong financial literacy, including the ability to review detailed budgets and financial report

• Strong IT skills, including Office and Excel, and familiarity with Apple platforms

Knowledge

• Knowledge of international development

• Understanding and knowledge of the UK/European donor landscape preferred

Experience

• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience

• Experience in developing and writing proposals, business plans/cases, concept papers, briefs, executive summaries, as well as coordinating multiple inputs from a variety of sources

• Experience of managing relationships in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders

• Success in managing grants in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders desirable

The preference is for this role to be London Office based (in line with Government Guidelines during the pandemic). However, for the right candidate we may consider this post to be based in any of our UK Offices. Please be advised that London Weighting advertised only applies to London Office based candidates. 

Please make sure to address and answer the competency questions listed at the bottom of the advert in your application. 

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

About the role

This role is responsible for growing Christian Aid’s institutional funding portfolio in our Francophone programmes specifically in Haiti, Burkina Faso and Sahel, and in support of the DRC and Burundi, and other country programmes to ensure strong contract management on their funds from institutional donors. The post holder will work closely with Country Managers and programme colleagues to initiate new donor engagements and sustain relationships with current donors; to coordinate the development of funding applications, and to advise and provide support on the delivery of on-going contracts ensuring compliance with donors’ and Christian Aid’s regulations.

This is a senior role that is expected to engage at strategic levels both at the country and corporate levels to influence Christian Aid’s business models and the way we deliver our programmes. The role will be critical to supporting the relevant Country and Regional Managers in representing the organization to donors and other external stakeholders, and to improving Christian Aid’s in-country visibility.

About you

Candidates should have a good knowledge and expertise in working with institutional donors, which may include the UN, DFID/FCDO, USAID, European Union / ECHO, with a deep understanding of the humanitarian cycles in-country, as well as the humanitarian-development nexus. They will have proven experience of successful bid leadership across development and humanitarian grants, alongside excellent communication and networking skills.

The role also requires fluency in English and French, and knowledge of Project Cycle Management and monitoring, evaluation and learning methodologies.

Further information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.

All successful candidates will require either and Enhance  or Basic Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. Information will be forwarded to you by the HR team with your offer.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Christian Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and demonstrate our values and adhere to Christian Aid’s Safeguarding policy and sign Christian Aid’s Code of Conduct.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

Competency questions 

As part of your application you will be asked to demonstrate your suitability by giving answers to the following questions in your supporting statement:

Build Partnerships

Tell us about a time when you had to build and maintain relationships with others in order to secure significant restricted income that will help to reach the goals of your organization.

Steward Resources

Tell us about a time when you have been involved in the development of a funding strategy for an organisation or programme?

Communicate Effectively

Tell us about a time when you had to communicate a complex issue to a donor in writing and convince them that your way to approach the issue was the best way to achieve common objectives

GRI Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Manager

Game Rangers International (GRI) is a non-profit organisation committed to empowering Rangers and local communities to conserve nature.  We successfully achieve this mission by working alongside government agencies, local communities and other conservation partners to protect Zambia’s wildlife and wild spaces. GRI has been active since 2008 and is the trusted implementing partner for a number of leading, international conservation organisations.  We empower Rangers across three core thematic areas: Resource Protection, Community Outreach and Wildlife Rescue.

Job Title:              Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Manager

Job Location: GRI – Head Office, Peebles, Scotland

Department:         Fundraising, Marketing & Comms (FMC) Department

Reports to:           Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Start Date:            1 April 2021

Salary:                  £25k - £30k gross per annum (based on experience) + sales bonus

Job Outline:

The Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Manager is a full-time role responsible for developing and implementing the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications strategy for Game Rangers International (GRI). Reporting to the CEO, the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Manager will be responsible for achieving the organisation’s fundraising goals and communicating with supporters, stakeholders and partners in the UK, USA, Europe, Zambia and further afield.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement GRI’s Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Strategy, including ongoing growth of the Department
• Monitor, evaluate and adapt FMC activities to maximise awareness and ROI
• Be responsible for developing and leading, with the CEO, the organisation’s public relations, communications, film and media work, working with GRI’s Comms and Media Officers to deliver this.
• Establish, market and manage GRI’s on-line store
• Develop, market and fulfil GRI’s sponsorship and adoption packages
• Design and implement innovative digital fundraising and awareness campaigns
• Design, implement and manage virtual and physical fundraising events with support from the Zambian-based Events Officer
• Liaise with and lead the Zambian based team to maximise the awareness and fundraising potential of the GRI – Elephant Nursery and Conservation Education Centre
• Be responsible for all Corporate Partnership Agreements
• Strategic digital marketing of GRI’s International Volunteer’s Programme
• Develop the GRI-UK Head Office to be conducive for walk in visitors

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Strategic fundraising experience at a senior level with the ability to think ahead, set clear direction and formulate realistic strategic objectives
• Be up to date with the latest digital technologies and social media trends, with a solid knowledge of SEO, keyword research and Google Analytics
• Experience of data analysis, IT and research to support fundraising growth
• A strong understanding of strategic communications, marketing and how to raise an organisation’s profile and impact
• Exceptional communication and writing skills, with the ability to communicate to a range of audiences with impact
• An eye for design and experience in developing brand assets
• A creative and entrepreneurial approach, with willingness to innovate
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and drive which inspires others to achieve the GRI vision, mission and strategic objectives

Advantageous Skills:

• Good working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite: Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Demonstrable experience working with WIX and MailChimp.
• Good working knowledge of CRM software

Career Progression

GRI is a growing organisation with an ambitious vision.  The right candidate will demonstrate the ability to raise the international profile of GRI and meet fundraising targets in a professional and strategic manner.  Opportunity will exist for the FMC Manager to support the development of a fully functioning and viable FMC Department, which would ultimately, include the role of FMC Director.

Annual Leave

In addition to Public Holidays, the position includes 24 x Annual Leave Days

Application Deadline:  15th February 2021

York Museums Trust (YMT) is an independent charity created to manage and look after the City of York Council’s collections and assets including York Art Gallery, York Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum, York Museum Gardens, and York St Mary’s

Grants and Sponsorship Fundraising Manager

Salary: £30,956 - £37,530 (YMT Scale Points 32-39)

Contract:   Permanent, Full Time – 37 hours per week

These are exciting times to join the Trust. Following our multi award winning redevelopment of York Art Gallery and as we plan a major capital project at York Castle Museum to transform its visitor experience, we are developing a new fundraising team.

We have a new opportunity for a Grants and Sponsorship Fundraising Manager to join the team, working across all sites to develop and drive York Museums Trust Grants and Sponsorship Strategy in line with our ambitions and priorities.

Founded in 2002, the Trust has a strong record of fundraising and this post is designed to build on these foundations. We are seeking an experienced and successful Grants and Sponsorship fundraiser who will develop, manage and co-ordinate a portfolio of statutory, trusts and foundations and corporate supporters, cultivating strong and long-lasting partnerships.  Managing the Trust’s CRM system, you will ensure successful relationship management and enjoy inspiring and developing relationships with our staff, managers, trustees and our donors and supporters.

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an experience of developing, writing and submitting large grant applications for major projects. You will also be able to demonstrate a proven track record of securing grants and achieving financial targets alongside proactively searching out new funding streams through research and networking.

This role will work from home temporarily in line with other YMT staff.  In the long term this role will be based in York, but with the option to work flexibly.  Attendance at fundraising events and stakeholder meetings in York will be part of the role.

How to apply

Access the job description at  About Us, Jobs Vacancies page on our website.

Send:

• your CV,
• a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Behaviours section of the JD, and
• the Equal Opportunities form

to the email address on our website. Applications should be submitted in a Word compatible format.

CVs can only be accepted from candidates who have permission to work in the UK.  If, after applying, you have not heard from us by two weeks after the closing date, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

As an organisation York Museums Trust is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Dates to bear in mind…

Closing date for applications is Monday 1 February 2021 at 9am

Interviews will take place online on Monday 22 February 2021

The Philanthropy Manager plays a critical role in implementing a major donor program that supports Lewa Wildlife Conservancy’s strategic conservation and community development goals. He/she will primarily focus on UK and Europe based opportunities.

The Philanthropy Manager is a key member of an effective nine-staff development team, led by the International Executive Director. Lewa’s international team is currently based across the USA and UK, working in close collaboration with the team in Kenya. This position reports to the Deputy Director of Development, currently based in New York, for day-to-day management and ultimately reports to Lewa’s International Executive Director, currently based in London. The position is based in London (or within commuting distance to London) and sits within Lewa’s International Fundraising Department.

The Philanthropy Manager is entrepreneurial, experienced in nonprofit management and development, and passionate about both fundraising and donor cultivation. This challenging role demands a highly organized, detail-oriented, entrepreneurial individual with strong verbal and written communications skills and the ability to work independently. He/She understands the importance of data management, nonprofit administration, and budget oversight. A deep commitment to and interest in the protection of wildlife and natural heritage is advantageous.

Occasional domestic and international travel will require adjustments in personal schedule. The Philanthropy Manager should be flexible to work from a home office or shared Lewa office in central London post pandemic restrictions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Major Donor Management and Stewardship

• Manage a portfolio of 100+ individuals, institutions and corporations giving between £5,000 and £100,000 including:
  • Regularly conduct prospect research. Qualify prospects and present information and strategies to Deputy Director
  • Cultivate meaningful relationships through substantive contacts and visits, as appropriate
  • Develop and execute solicitation strategies
  • Steward existing donors
  • Build a robust international donor base, primarily focused on the UK and Europe
  • Lead and/or assist team in writing thorough reports and grant-winning proposals
  • Lead development and submission of some reports and proposals that require coordination among offices, including international offices and Lewa Kenya, and across LWC programs
  • Meet or exceed growth oriented fundraising targets annually
• Support development and communications goals related to annual giving by participating in campaign discussions and strategy development; increasing awareness of campaigns among donors; and securing matching gifts to be offered during campaigns.
• Manage all aspects of Lewa UK’s participation in the annual Big Give campaign.

2. Special Events 

• Develop strategies to raise Lewa Wildlife Conservancy’s visibility and attract new major gift donors.
• Primary contact for bi-annual gala in London (currently scheduled for fall 2021). Work with team and event consultant to plan and execute this 300-400 person fundraising event and live auction. Mobilize signature sponsors for the event.
• Support US-based team members as needed on planning and executing a bi-annual gala in New York City (currently planned for fall 2022).
• Work with Lewa’s International Advisory Council and Board members to plan and staff smaller cultivation or fundraising events.
• Work with Kenyan colleagues to plan and conduct visits, presentations, and events in the UK and Europe.
• Support the annual Lewa Safari Marathon held in Kenya and virtually. Help manage sponsorship, donor relations, and travel for the marathon.
• Support team in preparations for International Board and Committee meetings (both virtual and in-person).

3. Fundraising Data Management

• Track all development actions and donor information daily in Salesforce; input fundraising projections according to team protocols.  
• Help manage online campaigns on Classy as needed.
• Monitor and evaluate all fundraising activities to ensure that fundraising goals are being achieved.
• Utilize team tools like Dropbox, Salesforce, Google products, and Basecamp to manage tasks and projects.

Qualifications and Competencies

This challenging role demands a highly organized, self-driven, entrepreneurial individual with strong communications skills and the ability to work independently. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate a genuine commitment towards Lewa’s mission and vision. 

The post holder must demonstrate:

Track record of success in fundraising from individual, foundation and corporate donors. He/she must be able to identify, solicit, engage and steward current and new donors to meet or exceed growth oriented fundraising targets.

Excellent written & verbal skills in English, great attention to detail and commitment to high standards is required.

Professional Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in major gift fundraising required
• A successful track record of stewarding and securing gifts from major donors
• Experience writing/editing successful technical proposals highly preferred
• Experience working with Boards and/or fundraising volunteers
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills
• Very strong attention to detail
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM required
• Knowledge of conservation/international development issues is preferred
• A general-to-good understanding of the Kenyan/African social-political context is essential.  Experience in Kenya, East Africa and or other parts of Africa is desirable

Personal Qualities

• Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and ability to foster positive working relationships that contribute to a healthy organizational culture in a multinational, multicultural environment
• Self-driven and able to take direction
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically
• Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently against pressing deadlines, with problem solving mindset.
• Ability to work in harmony with teammates, enthusiastic contributor to team goals, and able to accept and incorporate feedback
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
• Dedicated to personal professional development.
• Willingness to adapt schedule and work outside of typical hours when required.

 Education and Training

• Relevant University degree required; MSc in Conservation/ relevant field preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in similar role at a conservation or sustainable development NGO in an international setting
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and use of a CRM database (Lewa currently uses Salesforce)

Compensation and Benefit

• Lewa provides a competitive salary between £42,000 and £52,000 depending where based/ level of experience, plus holiday compensation package 
• Will consider flexible work from home/work from Lewa office (post pandemic) arrangement

We are looking for an ambitious manager to take charge of our major growth plans to provide accommodation and employment for the homeless. Emmaus Bradford is a homelessness charity with a difference - we don’t just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, meaningful work and a sense of belonging. The key requirements of the job are:

• To develop and implement a capital fundraising strategy 
• To apply to suitable trusts and foundations for start-up funding
• To enhance and expand the retail offer and other income-generating activities
• To identify and acquire a suitable residential building 
• To launch the Emmaus Companion offer - providing home, work and support. 

We are looking for someone with experience in a senior managerment role with proven expertise in project management, fundraising and business development. Third sector experience and some knowledge of retail management are desirable.

Please refer to the application pack and job description for more details. 

About Options

Options Consultancy Services Limited is a leading global health consultancy established in 1992 as a wholly owned subsidiary of MSI Reproductive Choices. We manage health programmes that ensure vulnerable women and children can access the high-quality health services they need. We work with partners to co-create and implement locally informed solutions to complex health problems. This includes governments, development partners, NGOs, civil society and health workers. Our programming is flexible, evidence-based and politically informed. This means we adapt to changing contexts, use data to inform our decisions and ensure our approach is appropriate. Our focus is always on building local skills and systems that last.

Position

The position will work within the New Business and Partnerships team to play a key part in coordinating and managing the business development process. This includes analysing new opportunities, developing and maintaining relationships with partner organisations, and pursuing and managing technical and commercial proposals to secure new business for Options. The BDM also contributes to the implementation of Options’ new business strategy, supporting our approach to new clients, design and innovation, and expansion in new countries. The post holder will act as Options’ Framework Manager on the UK aid-funded International Multi-Disciplinary Programme Framework Contract helping to ensure the smooth running of the framework including reviewing all call-downs and facilitating go / no go decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Identification and tracking of new business, including understanding the market and landscape.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Options’ strategy for expanding work with institutional donors, new clients, foundations and in new markets, including developing engagement strategies and supporting aspects of our geographical strategy development and implementation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new clients, consultants, and potential partners.
• Analysis of opportunities, tender documents, potential partners in collaboration with senior Options staff.
• Lead and managed the development of proposals providing support to forming consortia.
• Act as Options’ Framework Manager on the UK aid-funded International Multi-Disciplinary Programme Framework Contract helping to ensure the smooth running of the framework including reviewing all call-downs and facilitating go / no go decision-making, on-going learning and process refinement.
• Along with the rest of the team, seeking ways to improve BD systems and processes to enhance the team’s efficiency and knowledge management.

Requirements:

• Professional qualification or degree in a relevant subject (relevant post graduate qualification in international development or health desirable)
• Extensive experience in business development, resource mobilisation or programme management in international development
• Work in/with developing countries
• Identification and tracking business opportunities
• Supporting the development and contributing to successful proposals for government, foundations and other donors
• Budgeting (using Excel);
• Time management and organisational skills, and an ability to multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build internal and external relationships
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly good editorial and proof-reading skills
• Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to work as part of a team and use own initiative
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Commitment to equal opportunities
• Commitment to Options’ mission

Benefits

Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave allowance.

Other information

• Options is an equal opportunities employer
• Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.
• We seek people who are pro-choice, energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision.
• Overseas candidates require a valid work permit

Main role and responsibilities

A clear focus on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) was embedded in ShelterBox’s 2020 strategy, reflecting our commitment to the change we need to make to be a truly diverse and inclusive organisation.

Like many organisations, ShelterBox has taken a long hard look in the mirror over 2020, to examine our culture, practices, and policies in light of the long overdue public discussion about racism in the UK and worldwide. Now is the time we need to intentionally drive the diversity and inclusion agenda, for and with our staff, trustees, supporters, and wider affiliate network.

The Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Specialist will lead ShelterBox’s strategy to ensure we provide a workplace and culture where all employees and volunteers feel safe, respected, included, and able to be their true selves at work. We want people to feel empowered, to have the knowledge and confidence to take responsibility for making change happen. We want to work to understand and improve the experience of colleagues from diverse backgrounds. We want to shift our culture, and to challenge behaviours which are counter to our values.

This role will be working within the HR/People team, with a dotted line to the CEO. You will partner with the leadership team at ShelterBox to develop an organisational and strategic approach to EDI, which provides conditions for change and development, as well as tools and resources that promote and support a fully inclusive culture.

We need you to help facilitate the integration of diversity and inclusion at the heart of all that we do, and to guide how we do it, so that it is both meaningful and sustainable. You will help provide the vision, leadership, and direction to make ShelterBox more accessible, open and inclusive to all communities.

In collaboration with colleagues you will project manage an EDI Audit implementation plan, reviewing policies, processes and supporting systemic shifts to support our values and promote EDI, including how we develop inclusive thinking, practice and behaviours at all levels.

Who are we looking for?

You will be bold, considerate, and engaging, able to fight for positive change and able to get things done.

You must have experience of designing, developing, and embedding key strategies in other organisations and have a record of driving measurable results.

You will help to create clear aspirations for the organisation, and in addition to an in-depth understanding of the EDI landscape, you will have sound knowledge of equality and discrimination in law. You will have experience of delivering, leading, and embedding inclusive change initiatives, with an understanding of the dynamics of change and the effects on people.

As well as knowledge and experience of working in this space within different organisations, you will be a good project manager and a strong communicator. You will be effective at building networks and have advanced facilitation, training, and consultation skills.

You will be interested in the psychology of change, and in organisational development practice.

You will be comfortable driving change and bringing people on the journey, an avid listener and the sort of person who is open to ideas and enjoys working through proposals. You will have a growth mind-set, a vision for your own development path and the personal resilience required for a role in this space.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

To develop, along with ShelterBox’s leadership team and the EDI working group, a strategy for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, which aligns with our overall organisation strategic goals, by:

• Mapping the organisational environment through a variety of means: this might include quantitative and qualitative research, listening groups, external benchmarking, etc.
• Assessing ShelterBox’s culture and organisational behaviours, through the lens of diversity and inclusion
• Aligning, and where achievable, integrating EDI initiatives with those of external partners, donors, networks and more, to create wider systemic change.
• Developing, testing and launching a strategic plan to make change happen, with realistic goals and content aligned to overall ShelterBox strategy. This is a new role in the organisation, and the specific activities of this role will be developed in collaboration with the postholder. Some examples of potential areas led by this post might include:
  • Coaching, advising, and challenging senior leaders and allies within the organisation to embed the EDI audit suggested actions and inclusive behaviours within their departments.
  • Managing and collecting data, assessing policy/process and managing compliance.
  • The establishment, implementation and development of inclusion networks and groups, with the intention of these becoming self-sustaining and a well-established part of the organisation’s operational delivery and culture.
  • To create and develop relevant high-quality professional development, training activities and programmes, based on best practice and accessible for all levels in the organisation.
  • To utilise external professionals in the D&I space to bring in diverse voices and types of expertise to support development, delivery and decision making.
• Occasional ad-hoc duties to support the wider People Team, such as supporting training requirements and taking part in interview panels.

York Museums Trust (YMT) is an independent charity created to manage and look after the City of York Council’s collections and assets including York Art Gallery, York Castle Museum, Yorkshire Museum, York Museum Gardens, and York St Mary’s

Individual Giving and Major Gifts Fundraising Manager

Salary: £30,956 - £37,530 (YMT Scale Points 32-39)

Contract:   Permanent, Full Time – 37 hours per week

These are exciting times to join the Trust. Following our multi award winning redevelopment of York Art Gallery and as we plan a major capital project at York Castle Museum to transform its visitor experience, we are developing a new fundraising team.

We have a new opportunity for an Individual Giving and Major Gifts Fundraising Manager to join the team, working across all sites to develop and drive York Museums Trust Individual Giving Strategy in line with our ambitions and priorities.

Founded in 2002, the Trust has a strong record of fundraising and this post is designed to build on these foundations. We are seeking an experienced Individual Giving Specialist who will establish and steward relationships with current supporters and prospective high value givers, securing growing and sustainable income for the Trust and a successful pipeline that converts mid to high level givers to Major Donors. Working in collaboration with the Grants and Sponsorship Fundraising Manager, you will ensure successful relationship management and enjoy inspiring and developing relationships with our staff, managers, trustees and our donors and supporters.

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an experience of managing and growing supporter networks, cultivating exciting opportunities and prospecting for new high impact connections. You will also be able to demonstrate a proven track record of securing major gifts and achieving financial targets.

This role will work from home temporarily in line with other YMT staff.  In the long term this role will be based in York, but with the option to work flexibly.  Attendance at fundraising events and stakeholder meetings in York will be part of the role.

How to apply

Access the job description on the About Us, Jobs Vacancies page on our website.

Send:

• your CV,
• a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria in the Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Behaviours section of the JD, and
• the Equal Opportunities form

to the email address on our website.  Applications forms should be submitted in a Word compatible format.

CVs can only be accepted from candidates who have permission to work in the UK.  If, after applying, you have not heard from us by two weeks after the closing date, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

As an organisation York Museums Trust is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Dates to bear in mind…

Closing date for applications is Monday 1 February 2021 at 9am

Interviews will take place online on Tuesday 23 February 2021

About the role

We are seeking a Risk & Assurance Manager to play a key part in supporting our drive to continually improve risk management and compliance across the organisation, while supporting ongoing governance activity. Through strengthening our organisational compliance and lessening risk, the role will remove potential barriers to future funding and help WSUP to achieve greater impact as we seek to meet our ambitious business plan goals for 2020 – 2025. It is a busy, challenging and exciting role that encompasses compliance, governance, and organisational legal support and will work across our non-profit and for-profit business units. 

About Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor (WSUP)

WSUP is a not-for-profit company that helps transform cities to benefit the millions who lack access to water and sanitation. We were created in 2005 as a response to the urban explosion that has left many cities unable to provide basic services, such as access to a toilet or drinking water, to low-income communities. We work alongside local providers, enabling them to develop services, build infrastructure and attract funding so that they can reach low-income communities.

We work in seven countries in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia, supported by an office in the UK. Since inception we have helped over 20 million people access improved water, sanitation and hygiene services.

1. Risk Management

• Support WSUP’s work to manage risk through effective implementation of the Risk Management Procedures
• Work as a business partner with Senior Leadership Team members and Country Programme Managers on their risk management strategies. This will include:
  • Overseeing that Risk Registers are monitored, reviewed, managed and reflected upon appropriately to provide an up-to-date view of WSUP’s risk status
  • Ensuring that risk owners and risk authorisers understand their respective responsibilities
  • Ensuring that risk management action plans are appropriate, reviewed and actioned on a regular basis
  • Identifying emerging risks and supporting Managers in addressing these and implementing best practices
  • Assessing the organisation’s future ventures to identify possible compliance risks
• Provide views on risks associated with major contracts and initiatives, including legal and financial risk, and participate in due diligence of major new funders, partners, or suppliers.
• Responsible for ensuring Risk Management Procedures are kept up to date and fit for purpose through regular review
• Act as the key point of contact for Risk Management issues, addressing employee concerns or questions on legal compliance, providing support and training to staff and Directors across multiple business units to build risk awareness

1. Governance Support

• Provide full logistical and secretarial support for each quarterly Board meeting and sub-committees, including preparing papers for the Risk and Finance & Audit Committees, assisting the CEO in the preparation of materials for the Board of Directors, and taking full minutes of the meetings
• Ensure that all actions from the Board and its Committees, or from internal audit reports are carried out in a timely manner
• Communicate regularly with various teams within WSUP, both in the UK and overseas, in order to relay important messages and strategic decisions which have been taken
• Support the management of the organisation’s internal governance meetings
• Proactively monitor the intersection of different institutions of the WSUP Group, e.g. non–profit company, for–profit consultancy & charity, and assist the CEO to manage their smooth functioning as a corporate entity
• Assist the Company Secretary in ensuring the company is compliant with governance requirements in all jurisdictions

1. Legal Compliance

• Develop and implement an effective legal compliance programme for all our Programme countries and WSUP Advisory operations, with collaboration with the Director of Programmes and the Managing Director of WSUP Advisory
• Develop and oversee control systems to manage violations of legal guidelines and internal procedures
• Revise procedures periodically to identify hidden risks or non-conformity issues and ensure that they reflect the Board’s stated risk appetite
• Provide advice on appropriate business structures for WSUP’s engagement and collaboration with partners and incubator businesses we may support, considering WSUP’s exposure on compliance and brand reputation

1. Internal audit function

• Within the context of the annual Risk Assurance Plan, as agreed by the Risk Committee, review and determine effectiveness of internal controls, including policies and procedures, to prevent and detect irregularities, and to identify and manage risks
• Analyse the business generally and proposed new business areas for risk identification and management
• Plan and conduct internal audits and spot checks of procedure and legal compliance to standards, including liaison with external auditors
• Undertake ad hoc investigations, to investigate irregularities and non-compliance issues, and maintain a system to capture incidences (including ‘near misses’)
• Make recommendations and solutions to issues identified and monitor the implementation of these

1. Manager of the WSUP Charity

• Liaise with statutory bodies including Companies House and the Charity Committee
• Prepare papers for the Board of Trustees of WSUP Charity, and manage responses and input provided at meetings
• Provide governance support to the Board of Trustees

1. Other

• Prepare reports for senior management and external regulatory bodies as appropriate
• Liaise with lawyers on legal questions facing the organisation
• Administer insurance arrangements, in liaison with the Head of People and Support
• Keep abreast of regulatory developments within or outside of the organisation as well as evolving best practices in compliance control

Person specification

Evidence that applicants meet the essential criteria will be assessed by the following methods: Application (A) Interview (I) Test (T), as indicated below.

Essential

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in law, finance, business administration or a related field (A)
• Experience undertaking risk-based audits, ideally within a not-for-profit environment, recognising both downside and upside risk (A, I)
• Knowledge of legal requirements, company or charity law, and controls (A, I)
• Familiarity with non-profit and for-profit sectors and working internationally (A, I)
• Experience working with Boards and Committees (A,I)

Skills and abilities

• Good interpersonal skills with a persuasive, diplomatic manner (I)
• Strong analytical & problem solving skills (A,I)
• Ability to assess and respond to risk appropriately within different levels and contexts, for example, at project level through to organisation-wide level (A,I)
• Outstanding attention to detail (A,I)
• Excellent report and minutes writing skills in English (T)
• Professional and discreet, with the ability to judge when information must be treated confidentially (I)
• Ability to work collaboratively with all departments across the organisation, building strong working relationships & credibility at all levels (A. I)
• Excellent knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping (A, I)
• Microsoft Office skills and general IT literacy, ideally with experience of Microsoft 365 (A, I)
• Able to communicate clearly and confidently (I)
• Strong organisational and time management skills with ability to prioritise own workload (I)
• Able to work well under pressure (I)
• Have a hands-on approach and be a team player (I)

Other

• Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities (A, I)
• An analytical mind able to “see” the complexities of procedures and regulations (A, I)
• Passionate about WSUP’s aims and ethos (A, I)
• Desire to learn more about our international teams’ challenges and help find solutions (A, I)

Desirable

Experience, skills and qualifications   

• Proficiency in French and/or Portuguese would be an advantage (A)
• Professional certification, e.g. International Compliance Association qualification (A)
• Charity or not-for-profit sector experience (A, I)
• Intermediate level Microsoft Excel (able to use basic formulas) (A, I)