Director of Development

c.75K + Benefits

Birmingham Hippodrome, B5 4TB

We are looking for an experienced and influential individual to lead our ambitious development plans.

This is an exciting period in the Hippodrome’s history, having celebrated 120 years in 2019, and a with a renewed energy and focus around our role in a rapidly developing city. With increased artistic growth already being realised, we intend to grow our impact significantly in the coming years, with a major building project designed to position us as a cultural destination and creative campus. We now require a senior, confident, and well-connected Development specialist to boost investment, and drive our narrative. 

This senior leadership opportunity in one of the UK’s most successful cultural organisations will suit an ambitious individual with significant experience, excited about inspiring a highly skilled and equally ambitious team.

About the Role

The post-holder will oversee the Development, Corporate Development and Communications teams alongside developing and leading Birmingham Hippodrome’s Stakeholder Engagement strategy.  You will work closely with the Board of Directors and play a key role in the success of the Birmingham Hippodrome Development Board and the Capital Fundraising Committee to harness contacts and networks, and keep Trustees appraised of progress against ambitious targets.

Ideally you will be qualified in Fundraising and/or have high level relevant experience at a comparable scale within the charity sector. Experience in capital fundraising will be very highly regarded. 

You will have exemplary skills in stakeholder management and an understanding of all aspects of communications, including media relations and digital content. With a track-record of increasing engagement in arts, culture or entertainment, you will have demonstratable experience and a considerable understanding of stakeholder management at a senior level.  You will be an advocate and ambassador for our vision to create a world-class Birmingham cultural scene with the Hippodrome at centre stage.

Closing date 29 March 2020.  To apply, please visit our website via the link and apply online.

At Birmingham Hippodrome we are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone.

I am working on behalf of a leading arts organisation in Birmingham who is hoping to appoint a Development Director on a permanent basis.

This senior leadership opportunity in one of the UK's most successful cultural organisations will suit an ambitious individual with significant experience, excited about inspiring a highly skilled and equally ambitious team.

As Development Director you will be responsible for the organisations ongoing charitable, artistic and educational activity. However, this role will focus on leading and delivering an ambitious capital appeal, launching 2021

To be considered for this very exciting opportunity you will need to have outstanding stakeholder management skills and a broad understanding of high value fundraising. In addition, you must have previously been involved in a capital appeal, making 6 figure+ financial asks.

You will need to have previously worked at board level, implemented and delivered a capital appeal strategy and have significant experience of line managing a high performing team.

Salary 75,000+ benefits

Please contact Natalie Lawford t Harris Hill for further information on 0207 820 7336 or email [email protected]

Closing date 29th March 2020
Interview date 6th April 2020
Only suitable candidates will be contacted

Eden Brown is delighted to be recruiting for a Director of Development to join a much loved Charity in Birmingham. You will be a motivated, influential leader who will oversee the Development, Corporate Development and Communications teams alongside developing and leading the Stakeholder Engagement strategy. It is an exciting time to join the team with exciting growth plans for 2020 and beyond!
You will work closely with the Board of Directors and play an important role in the success of the Development Board and the Capital Fundraising Committee. You also will lead campaign strategy across fundraising and communications to meet financial targets and enhance public profile. You will develop stake holder relationships at a high level and also provide strategic leadership to the wider team.
To be successful in this role you ideally have good experience in fundraising and the third sector. You will have demonstrable experience of driving change and leading a team. Experience of working with a major donor portfolio is also essential. Any experience of leading a Capital appeal would also be desirable. Please call Laura iliff on 01132207542 for more information. Please note the closing date for this role is the 29th March 2020.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

The Youth Endowment Fund is a bold new attempt to put early intervention at the heart of efforts to tackle youth offending.

Over the last few years, evidence suggests that growing numbers of children and young people have been affected by violent crime. More children have been found carrying knives and a growing number have been recorded as victims. We believe that each individual child is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them.

The Youth Endowment Fund is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. Founded by youth charity Impetus and its partners the Early Intervention Foundation and the Social Investment Business, we exist to prevent children and young people from getting caught up in violent crime.

To succeed we must do two things. The first task is: ‘Find what works’. This isn’t your job. We have a team of expert grant makers and researchers funding and evaluating programmes to find out what works. We need you to lead the second task is: ‘Grow what works using every possible lever’. Once we work out what works we need you to make sure great things grow. This means building coalitions who will want great things to grow, changing practice in organisations and agencies that work with vulnerable children, helping great charities to grow through providing support and advice, pushing for changes in regulations, funding rules and guidance, building and maintaining relationships, ensuring the use of money to invest to support great projects. Overseeing all of this is your job.

To put it another way, your job is to make sure that we make a real difference. Sometimes we will find an amazing charity delivering a great programme and your job will be to ensure it is supported to grow. Sometimes we will find a great practice that would make a huge difference if the main agencies responsible for vulnerable children took it on board – your job will be to build the coalitions and communications to make that happen. Without you, we work out what works but nothing changes and we don’t succeed. With you in place, we believe we can make a lasting difference.

For full details of responsibilties and skills and experience required please visit our website.

Merton Home Tutoring Service is now at a pivotal point in its development and we are seeking to appoint an experienced Director to be involved in helping to shape and develop it over the next 2 years and beyond.

Merton Home Tutoring Service (“MHTS”) is an 11 year-old charity which gives free English language tuition to migrants, refugees and asylum seekers who are not able to access local authority or other ESOL (English for Speakers of other Languages) classes because of poverty, lack of opportunity, childcare commitments, and disability. We teach learners in their own homes or in small community classes across the London Borough of Merton. These include a wide diversity of nationalities, ages and cultures.

We currently have 35-40 home learners and a further 80-90 attend our weekly community classes. We have 3 part-time staff responsible for the day to day operation of these services and 6 part-time staff who provide on-site creche facilities for the classes.

Leadership and Strategy

To provide strategic leadership to MHTS through a time of change and growth, taking staff, volunteers and trustees with them on developing a shared strategic vision and strategic plan.

Performance

To deliver effective organisational and personnel management and administration within the strategic and accountability frameworks established by the Board of Trustees, ensuring a well-supported and engaged workforce, future sustainability for the organisation, an effective performance culture, risk management, business planning and governance.

To ensure that the Board receives advice and data driven information in a timely and appropriate manner, and to ensure good communication with staff and volunteers.

Partnerships

To negotiate and influence constructive partnerships with local government, the voluntary sectors, and funders. To secure funding and/or contracts, develop strategic and operational alliances, influence policy and promote positive change.

To maintain the key role MHTS has as the lead provider of free ESOL services and support for pre-entry level learners in Merton.

Main Responsibilities

Leading and managing the organisation

Specific duties include:

• To provide line management to staff within the organisation
• To devise plans and strategies and to implement them in order to ensure delivery and performance
• To drive and manage income generation and be responsible to the trustees for the overall financial health of MHTS
• To ensure that the organisation has the human, material and financial resources it needs to operate effectively
• To develop and seek out new strategies for ensuring future resources
• To take appropriate steps to protect the organisation from risk and manage safeguarding
• To ensure that the organisation has the right management systems and structures to carry out its work effectively, accountably and safely
• To ensure that regular and appropriate evaluation is carried out, to both support and develop the understanding of progress within the learning environment and to inform staff, trustees and funding bodies
• To provide leadership, direction and good communication to staff and to work effectively as part of a team, maintain good relations with colleagues and all contacts
• To ensure that the organisation fulfils its constitutional, regulatory and legal obligations.
• To promote external relationships and act, with the Chair, as a spokesperson on behalf of MHTS

Financial strategy and management

• To manage the financial operations of MHTS in line with the budget agreed and set by the Board
• To work to achieve the targets set for income generation as identified in the budget and to review these regularly with the Board
• To review and research new funding opportunities, develop proposals in liaison with the Board and submit funding applications and bids as agreed
• To monitor existing grant funding projects to ensure that the terms of the agreement are met, and that the projects are delivered in line with expectations, on time and on budget
• To ensure that the financial risks to which MHTS is exposed have been identified, reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate these risks
• To provide expertise in the full range of financial and operating functions, in the provision of a management information system and website/social media

Working with the Board of Trustees

Working effectively with the Chair/ other trustees:

• To ensure that the Board of Trustees formulates and regularly reviews MHTS’s vision, mission and values
• To work with the Board to develop a long-term strategy within the parameters of MHTS’s vision, mission and values
• To provide the Board with the necessary information to adequately monitor annual plans, targets and performance
• To report to the Board on organisational progress, providing information and accounting for organisational performance
• To develop policy proposals for Board discussion and decision
• To ensure the Board is aware of all risks to the charity
• To undertake the role of Secretary to the Board and set an annual calendar for Board meetings and events
• To suggest development opportunities for the Board and its members, as appropriate.

Other duties

Any other duties as commensurate with the role.

Relief International is seeking an accomplished leader within the development and humanitarian sector to lead our Africa Regional Programs.

Location:  Nairobi (Kenya) is the preferred location with frequent travel to the Africa Country Offices (other locations considered within programme locations in Africa, London, Lyon or DC)

As the Regional Director, you will have significant management responsibility leading operational management and grant portfolio across three countries (Somalia, South Sudan and Sudan).

You will provide guidance and support to the Country Directors to ensure that all programmes are delivered to the highest quality and achieve the intended impact. You will explore the possibility of expanding RI’s presence in one or more countries.

As a member of the Global Leadership Team you will provide programmatic expertise from the region to impact global strategy.

You will bring a passion for humanitarian relief and development work, with a proven record of delivering successfully.  You will bring a long-standing background in the development and/or humanitarian sector, including significant experience of direct management of country programmes.

Possessing the ability to work effectively under pressure in a complex and rapidly changing environment. You will be an innovative and strategic individual, possessing a strong people management skillset and showing commitment to Relief International’s values and mission.

Please apply by uploading your cover letter and up-to-date CV following the link below.

Due to limited resources only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Relief International is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Relief International is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants.

The Freedom Fund is a leader in the global movement to end modern slavery.  We identify and invest in the most effective frontline efforts to eradicate modern slavery in the countries and sectors where it is most prevalent. Partnering with visionary investors, governments, anti-slavery organisations and those at risk of exploitation, we tackle the systems that allow slavery to persist and thrive. Working together, we protect vulnerable populations, liberate and reintegrate those enslaved and prosecute those responsible.

The Freedom Fund has programs in India, Ethiopia, Thailand, Myanmar, Nepal and Brazil. We currently support and fund approximately 140 organisations in these regions, the vast majority of which are frontline, community-based NGOs. We also work to influence global policy by commissioning and sharing research and amplifying the voices of our partners.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an exciting and demanding role for an outstanding individual. Reporting to the CEO and working as part of the Freedom Fund’s Senior Management Team, the successful candidate will be based in the London office and will take the lead on achieving the ambitious target of raising $200m by 2025. You will lead a high-performing Development and Partnerships team across the London and New York offices to advance the Freedom Fund’s global fundraising strategy, targeting governments, foundations, multilaterals and high net worth individuals internationally. You will have a proven track record of initiating and stewarding high-value relationships across sectors and geographies, and of leading a professional fundraising and grant management operation.

Experience required

• Strong commitment to the Freedom Fund’s vision, mission, values and goals, with a passion for human rights issues.
• Proven ability to win multi-million fundraising commitments from governments, foundations, multilaterals, and high net worth individuals.
• Previous experience of working in an international development or human rights organisation at a senior management team level.
• Significant experience and a track record of successful leadership and management of internationally disbursed teams.
• Strong external liaison and negotiation skills with experience of fostering partnerships between government and other stakeholders.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should include a CV and cover letter (maximum one page). Click Apply and quote reference number 4629. The deadline for applications is 9 am GMT on Monday 6th April 2020.

The position is based in London, UK and the salary is commensurate with the seniority of the appointment.

The Freedom Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply for this position. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

The Freedom Fund is committed to the importance of meaningful survivor inclusion and leadership. As such, particular consideration will be given to applicants with lived experience of trafficking and/or forms of modern slavery.

Protecting your personal data is of the utmost importance to Perrett Laver and we take this responsibility very seriously. Any information obtained by our trading divisions is held and processed in accordance with the relevant data protection legislation. The data you provide us with is securely stored on our computerised database and transferred to our clients for the purposes of presenting you as a candidate and/or considering your suitability for a role you have registered interest in.

As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is ‘Legitimate Interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.

Sustrans is the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run and deliver a happier, healthier commute. Take the next step in your journey by applying for the following key vacancy and join our team in the Research & Monitoring Unit:

Impact Director

(Ref SUS2872)

£50,000 per annum

37.5 hours per week – based in London, Bristol, Newcastle or Edinburgh

Can you help us lead planning, research, monitoring and evaluation activities across the Charity? We are looking for an Impact Director to lead our impact strategy and run an effective evaluation function for our organisation. You will help us to transform Sustrans’ approach to reporting, leading the strategic development of the organisation’s impact framework and empowering the charity to tell clear, compelling and rich stories about the difference we are making through our work.

Please visit Sustrans website and follow the link for further information and application instructions. Please quote reference number. Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is Monday 16 March 2020. Interviews will take place in on Monday 30 or Tuesday 31 March 2020.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.  We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.

The Armenian Institute is dedicated to making Armenian culture and history a living experience through innovative programmes and educational resources. We are at an exciting juncture in our history. About to move into new premises, we have also received a significant National Lottery Heritage Fund grant designed to enable organisational development and resilience-building, alongside a programme of cultural and heritage activities.

We are seeking to recruit to the post of Director a person who will undertake and oversee the strategic development of the Armenian Institute in the next stage. The ideal candidate will bring strategic and sector knowledge of fundraising, leadership, and organisational development, and will be able to take forward the Institute’s vision of its role enabling community-building and reaching out to build links across communities. They would also be able to demonstrate a knowledge of and appreciation of Armenian culture, history, and language.

The post is designed for 4 days a week at £41,500 pro rata for a 30-month period, to be reviewed after the initial 6 months. The new office space is on Saffron Hill, EC1.

We want to hear from all interested candidates.  Please download the Job Description and Person Specification from our website and submit your CV and a detailed covering letter outlining why you are right for the role. All applications and supporting documents should be sent to Armenian Institute. Any questions about the role should be directed to the Chair of Trustees, via the same email address. Those candidates selected for the next stage will be interviewed in April.

Please note that we are aware there may be excellent candidates whose skills and knowledge cover part of this job description but not both the Armenian experience and cultural knowledge, and the organisational development and monitoring skills needed.  If a candidate who can cover both is not found, we will consider splitting the work so that it becomes a job-share.  Thus, if this describes your situation, do send in your application to be considered. 

Deadline for submissions:  March 31

Created in 2011 by two mothers of injured Servicemen, the Ripple Pond is a registered UK charity providing a peer support network across the UK for the adult family members of physically or emotionally injured Service personnel and veterans. We currently enable support for over 650 beneficiaries through a small and dedicated team of five staff based in Aldershot.  

We have ambitious plans to develop our charity, to create a greater impact on the lives of our beneficiaries. We aim to be the go-to charity that enables the loved ones of the Armed Forces community to access the help they deserve.

This is an opportunity to become involved with the charity at an exciting stage in its development. The Board are seeking a new Director to manage and develop The Ripple Pond, in partnership with the Board and take the charity to the next level.  This is a hands-on role, 3 days per week, with flexible working opportunities but ideally with at least 2 days in our office in Aldershot.
 

Key Objectives

• Development & implementation of a 3-year strategic plan including; strategic vision, mission and values, robust financial & fundraising frameworks, structure & systems, sound resourcing & fundraising plans, governance principles and a clear implementation plan including stakeholder management and communication plans, in conjunction with the team.
   
• Robust governance; ensuring that the Charity has an appropriate management & financial structure, processes and systems to fulfil legal & statutory obligations and strategic objectives to carry out its work.
   
• Support Board meetings & Board reporting on operational performance, progress on strategic plans and projects and against annual budget and highlighting external changes that may impact on the Charity.
   
• Leadership of the Operational Team; management & development of the operational team in line with Ripple Pond’s values to ensure a motivated team of employed & voluntary colleagues, with direct line management of the Office Manager.
   
• Proactively championing continuous development & improvement; continually seeking opportunities for improvement and encouraging colleagues to identify improved ways of working including reviewing KPIs, performance and existing systems, policies and processes.
   
• Developing & maintaining an environment that attracts and retains the best staff and volunteers; induction, appraisals, training & development, benefits.
   
• Risk Management; ensure that the major risks to which the Charity is exposed are reviewed
  regularly, that systems have been established to mitigate these risks; and to ensure that a risk analysis is automatically carried out when taking on new work.
   
• PR & Marketing; To foster good communications and public profile and foster good relations with the Government, Ministry of Defence, Veterans Agency, Department of Health, COBSEO, Service charities and other external stakeholders. Attend public functions, speak at public meetings and acting as a media spokesperson.
   
• Any other ad hoc duties as required by the Board.
   

About You

A dynamic leader with previous not for profit sector experience at a senior operational level:

• Ability to share your strategic and operational expertise to work with our Board and operational support team to develop and implement a longer term strategic plan.
• Passionate about the organisation and supporting the Armed Forces community. A connection to, and experience of the Armed Forces is desirable but not essential.
• Strong business and financial skills together with the ability to raise funds and strengthen our fundraising capability.
• Experience in managing risk, developing and writing policy, creating and monitoring an effective programme of income generation and governance.
• Proven track record in developing strong relationships with key stakeholders including other charities providing complementary services.
• In such a small organisation you must enjoy working at a number of different levels, be able to self-service and be responsible for HR.

The Ripple Pond is an employer that values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
 

How to Apply

Closing date: Friday 3rd April 2020 at midnight.

Interviews: Will be arranged as suitable applicants apply. The last interviews for this role will be Wednesday 15th April 2020. These are likely to be all via Skype due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. 

Please apply via this advert with your CV and a covering letter of no more than one side of A4, detailing how your skills and experience are suitable for this role, as stated in the Role Description.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Personal data and accompanying documentation provided by unsuccessful candidates will be retained for one year from the vacancy being filled. If you take up employment with us, your information will be held for the duration of your employment and thereafter in accordance with statutory requirements.

The role of the Operations Director, Health and Community Development, is to work in partnership with key statutory, voluntary and community organisations to develop services that help to improve our service users mental and physical health. 

The Operations Director is an experienced and inspirational leader, who will be accountable to the CEO of Barca-Leeds and will be responsible for Health and Community Development.  The post will be expected to manage day to day operations within their remit to ensure the best possible outcomes for our clients. 

It is the Operations Director's role to protect and develop the strong culture and ethos of Barca-Leeds ensuring that we remain community based across the city keeping service users at the centre of all we do.  With the senior management team, the post holder will continue to ensure that our services are integrated to enable better outcomes whilst managing growth in relation to the capacity.  The post holder must have the ability to work in partnership, enhance existing and develop new relationships and business including new income streams.  All members of our SMT are expected to contribute towards our aspiration to be an employer of choice.

Who We Are

Girl Effect builds youth brands and mobile platforms to empower girls to change their lives

We’re a creative non-profit empowering girls to change their lives. Started by the Nike Foundation, we are experts in media, mobile, brand and international development: a unique mix of skills that we use to solve global problems in a different way.

We work across the world in the places where girls are marginalised and vulnerable. We create for young people in ways they love and interact with. And it's all delivered through the media and mobile tech they use every day – from apps that build skills, to TV dramas that explore vital issues, to magazines written by girls.

Context of Role

As Girl Effect increases the scale of its reach and impact, we also aim to grow our investment and funding further. The Development team is responsible for Girl Effect's fundraising and partner relations, working closely with Girl Effect's CEO to manage our income strategy and fundraising. 

Girl Effect is unique in the sector and has a blended funding model that goes beyond charitable revenue. You should have experience of high-level fundraising from a mix of bilateral donors and large foundations. As part of your role, you will secure, develop and manage a portfolio of key supporter relationships. 

Critical to your success will be your ability to communicate and influence through compelling, sophisticated and technically excellent proposals, business cases and funding bids. You will have the credibility to grow Girl Effect’s network while also helping to establish a culture of fundraising within the organisation. In addition to communication and relationship skills, an ability to work in an international, diverse and fast-paced organisation is crucial.

What You’ll Do

Fundraising

• Create and participate in consortia with NGO partners to apply for major donor funding
• Liaise with key contacts across the organisation sourcing information, case studies, programme updates etc. for use in funding bids and ensure timely and accurate bid preparation
• Work closely with the Programme team in the design of new projects/programmes for potential partners
• Ensure high quality communications with partners, including supporting the development and sign off of key proposals and reports
• Lead on the development and implementation of new prospecting plans, keeping abreast of sector trends to maximise opportunities for Girl Effect
• Keep abreast of key fundraising trends and issues, and the regulatory environment around fundraising from institutional donors covered by the team’s remit, and ensure that standards are set, procedures followed and issues acted upon

Relationship building and management – internal and external 

• Work with  Girl Effect partners, acting as a senior representative to enhance and amplify key relationships 
• Support facilitation of fundraising engagement from staff across the organisation

Strategy, planning and reporting 

• Provide direction to the Development team around institutional (bilateral and key foundations) fundraising
• Monitor results across the team and ensure that regular reports of key metrics and results are provided to Girl Effect’s Senior Leadership. 
• Develop bi-annual and annual reports for funders

Who You Are

• Extensive experience of high level fundraising and partnership development, in an international development context, within a global charity or foundation
• Extensive expertise working with key bilaterals such as: DFID, DFAT, Global Affairs Canada, Sida, and other major government funders. 
• Ability to put together and develop high level funding bids
• A proven track record of developing relationships to mutual benefit and securing new partners/funding
• Demonstrable achievement of financial results
• Good awareness of global fundraising trends
• A strong commitment to realising the potential of girls and to the vision and values of Girl Effect
• Effective communicator at a senior level,written and verbal
• Working knowledge of fundraising databases and systems
• Financially literate
• A positive and solution-oriented strategic thinker
• A collaborative problem-solver, able to work flexibly as part of a global team in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, able to manage conflict and handle sensitive issues, particularly in cross-cultural and cross-departmental contexts

What Else You Should Know

As we continue to scale and grow - we are hugely ambitious for our future and we are looking for people who are driven by this to change the world for girls.

Our teams are a diverse mix across sectors (non-profit and commercial) and specialisms (from Brand and Creative through to Gender and Insight). You’ll learn and grow in an environment that will challenge you to think and work with a fresh perspective.

At Girl Effect, you can expect to work somewhere where you will be stretched and developed in your role, a place where you can build your career and work with talented, engaged people committed to our cause to create a lasting impact.  

Shortlisted candidates will be assessed on our organisational values at the interview stage. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to adhere to our safeguarding policy. We encourage candidates to read and understand our safeguarding policy, the executive summary of which can be found here. We have zero tolerance to all forms of violence against children, beneficiaries and staff.

This role is being recruited on a 12 month fixed term contract basis - maternity cover.

The Position

The Development Team Administrator is responsible for a range of administrative and development activities that support Lewa UK’s fundraising goals and provides Executive Assistant support for Lewa’s International Executive Director. **To apply please provide a CV and covering letter**

The Role

The Development Team Administrator will be detail-oriented, familiar with fundraising processes and the importance of data management, a team-player, self-driven, and passionate about contributing to high standards of excellence. A commitment to and interest in wildlife conservation and community development is advantageous. This full-time position is based in London close to Hammersmith underground station.

Broadly, the Development Team Administrator is responsible for supporting the UK team in meeting ambitious annual fundraising targets, overseeing operations of Lewa’s London-based office, and ensuring excellent donor stewardship and data management. 

This position reports to the Deputy Director of Development Europe, Middle East & Asia (DDofD EMEA), currently based in London. Lewa’s International Executive Director (IED) has overall responsibility for all staff and consultants who are hired to work on Lewa’s behalf outside of Kenya. 

Responsibilities

Administrative Duties

• Schedule meetings, set up conference calls via Zoom, keep global calendar up to date;
• Handle mailing requests from donors including mailing of impact reports, donation receipts, special gifts and other items;
• Implement new filing system and ensure ongoing proper filing practices under guidance of the Global Data and Administration Officer;
• Arrange conference rooms and food catering when needed;
• Provide administrative support to DDofD and IED for scheduling meetings, data entry, arranging travel, etc.

Donor Information and Support Management

• Enter donations and detailed notes into Salesforce and process donor acknowledgement letters under the direction of the DDofD;
• Ensure tasks and deadlines assigned to consultants are entered and updated in Salesforce;
• Monitor general Lewa email account for follow up tasks and responses;
• Support in data management via Salesforce and Dropbox by logging call notes, next steps, donor information, and follow-up tasks;
• Support all fundraisers on data entry, especially during heavy workload times of the year.

Travel and Event Planning

• Provide travel support to Lewa staff and partners visiting the UK, under direction of DDofD and Global Data and Administration Officer, including booking internal flights and hotels when needed; developing and keeping a travel itinerary up to date; requesting meetings; arranging in-country travel; and fulfilling special travel or hosting-related requests;
• Event support including planning, guest list creation and management (with the Global Data and Administration Officer) set-up and overall administrative management. Specific tasks may include logging auction items, photos and descriptions; helping to coordinate and deliver purchased auction items; posting purchased auction items; preparing and printing table place cards; updating attendance lists; delivering supplies to event location; assembling gift bags; ordering thank you gifts for committee members, etc; 
• Coordinate quarterly board committee calls and attendance at three annual board meetings, including polling board members about date availability, setting up Zoom calls, ensuring technology needs are in place for meetings, etc;
• Responsible for planning all UK board meetings and International Advisory Council meetings annually including booking hotel room blocks, arranging catering if necessary, answering questions from board and staff who are traveling to the meeting, distributing schedules and materials, etc.;
• Assist with meeting material preparation including proofreading, editing, and organizing board books via PDF;
• Attend board meetings and take detailed meeting minutes.
• Assist the DDofD in supporting the Lewa Next Gen programme and on average two events annually and associated Communications.

Fundraising Support

• Play a key supporting role in annual direct mail activities including mail merges, formatting, printing letters, troubleshooting, etc.
• Draft emails and donor correspondence as requested;
• Respond to donor and board member queries in a timely, professional manner.
• Proof read proposals and other communications text
• Assist the Fundraising and Communications Officer in writing Social Media posts and other Communications relevant to Lewa UK/ EMEA.

Office Oversight

• Office oversight and management including making sure the office has proper supplies and functioning equipment;
• Coordinating IT support for the team when necessary;
• Track expenditures for key staff and events in cooperation with Global Data and Administrative Officer and Senior Finance Manager;
• Pricing research for supplies, services, travel, etc.;
• Manage vendor relationships for UK under direction of Global Data and Administrative Officer and DDofD;
• Research and query common HR and administrative practices to establish better office and employee management systems when needed;
• Other duties as assigned.

The Person

This challenging role demands a highly organized, detail-oriented, entrepreneurial individual with strong communication skills and the ability to work with limited supervision.  We are looking for someone to join our growing team who has a genuine passion for the cause and pride in their work, as well as understanding the vital contribution this role makes to a busy team!

Qualifications and Competencies

The Development Administrator must demonstrate:

• Attention to detail and willingness to carefully track data related to donors and office management.
• Strong writing and editing skills to assist on proposals.
• Ability to keep to budget
• Should be skilled in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and a CRM database.
• The ability to initiate and complete long-term projects as well as manage time-sensitive daily activities, and the flexibility to work as part of a collaborative office environment. 
• The ability to foster a healthy organizational culture in a multinational, multicultural environment.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently against pressing deadlines.
• Ability to work in harmony with teammates and enthusiastic about contributing to team goals.
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity. 

Education, Training, and Experience 

• University degree preferred; strong professional experience without a University degree also considered.

Compensation 

Lewa UK provides a competitive salary, benefits and holiday compensation package.

**To apply please provide a CV and covering letter**

CANDIDATES

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK is committed to building a truly diverse and inclusive organization with a focus on valuing, serving, and understanding Lewa’s constituents in Kenya and globally. Lewa UK is an equal opportunity employer committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its hiring and promotion process without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, partnership status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital, parental or familial status, national origin, ethnicity, veteran or military status, age, disability, or any other legally protected basis. Racial and ethnic minorities and men are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Lewa UK is not able to sponsor employment visas.

Overview:The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

Established in 1995, the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (Lewa, or the Conservancy) is an award-winning catalyst and model for community-centric conservation in northern Kenya. Lewa has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and features on the IUCN Green List of Excellence in protected area management. The Conservancy is the heart of wildlife conservation, sustainable development and responsible tourism in northern Kenya. Lewa’s successful working model has inspired replication by other conservation organizations in the region, notably through its close partner organization, the Northern Rangelands Trust, which now comprises 39 community conservancies.

Lewa is home to 14% of Kenya's rhino population, the world's largest resident population of the endangered Grevy's zebra, and many other species. The Conservancy also promotes landscape connectivity for wildlife, especially for more than 6,500 elephants that move from the high-altitude areas in the Mount Kenya Forest, through Lewa and the neighboring Ngare Ndare Forest Reserve, to habitats in Samburu and areas further north. 

Lewa’s success can be attributed to its close working partnership with neighboring communities through education, clean water projects, health clinics, microcredit programs, and sustainable agriculture work. Through a broad range of programs, the Conservancy benefits more than 60,000 people in surrounding communities who in turn have become Lewa’s first line of defense against poachers and criminal elements who seek to profit from illicit trade in rhino horn, ivory, and other wildlife products.

England Director, Midlands & East 

(Ref:  SUS2889)

Salary £56,559 per annum

37.5 hours per week – base is negotiable within the region

Sustrans is looking for a Director who can work with a range of stakeholders to enable people across the Midlands & East to make travel choices which are good for them, their neighbourhoods and the environment. This role will lead local multi-disciplinary teams delivering community centred infrastructure schemes, improving the National Cycle Network and partnering with schools, communities and workplaces to deliver behaviour change projects.

If you are passionate about sustainability, can demonstrate a strong track record of working collaboratively with stakeholders and providing outstanding leadership across multi-disciplinary teams, then please read our candidate information pack to find out more. This is an opportunity to join an amazing charity and lead a skilled and dedicated team that is proud to work for Sustrans.

Closing date for completed applications is 9am Monday 6 April 2020. Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 20 April 2020.

We understand it’s difficult to think about applying for jobs at the moment. We will review how we approach the interview process closer to the time and will aim to be as flexible as possible.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.