Donor Acquisition Officer (Digital Outreach)

The Charity for Civil Servants is here for the Civil Service community, listening without judgement and offering practical, financial and emotional support to people who come to us for help. With new fundraising initiatives coming up and development investment secured for the future, this is an exciting time to join our growing and ambitious team.

We are currently recruiting for an Acquisition Officer (Digital Outreach), who will be responsible for securing new supporters for the Charity. This will be achieved by delivering presentations across the Civil Service community via a range of digital platforms as well as exploring and testing new acquisition approaches.

Working in a small, supportive and enthusiastic team, this role will be part of evolving our approach and delivering a sustainable donor acquisition programme going forward.

Donor Acquisition Officer (Digital Outreach) Requirements:

To be successful in this role you will need experience of recruiting new donors in single and group settings, ideally via virtual face-to-face channels and methods, and within an employment or workplace-related cause. An understanding of digital platforms such as Teams, Zoom and Google Meet is vital, and in particular how to maximise them for the purposes of outreach and fundraising.

Due to the current situation with Covid-19, all interviews will be conducted remotely.

About the Charity for Civil Servants:

The Charity for Civil Servants is one of the largest occupational charities in the UK. We help civil servants, past and present, when times are tough, listening without judgement and offering practical, financial and emotional support.

The Charity for Civil Servants are committed to building and developing a workforce which reflects the diversity of the civil service community that we support. We seek to ensure all job applications are treated fairly, with respect and without bias and we encourage applications from suitably experienced candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, or any other factor. Strictly no agencies.

Location: Flexible within UK

Hours: Full time 36 hours per week

Type: 18 months Fixed Term Contract

Salary: c£27,000 per annum

Closing date for applications is: 11pm on 22nd August 2021.

You may have experience of the following: Fundraising Administrator, Supporter Engagement, Supporter Recruitment, Donor Recruitment, Sales Support, Sales Administration, Project Support Project Coordinator, Telemarketing, Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Assistant, Fundraising Executive, Fundraiser, Membership Services, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, etc.

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Whales and dolphins are amazing and have long inspired engagement in environmental issues.  Studies now indicate that they also play an outsized role as ecosystem engineers and as part of the nature based solutions to the climate crisis.

This is a key role within a highly successful Individual Giving team and offers an exciting opportunity to work with a committed supporter base as well as implement, test and rollout a new environmental product with the aim of recruiting a significant number of new supporters.

WDC uses a wide variety of offline and online activities to recruit and retain supporters and this role primarily focuses on digital delivery.

West London Zone is an early intervention charity. We help children and young people build the relationships and skills they need to get on track Socially, Emotionally and Academically, believing that by targeting these key areas of development we can empower children to fulfil their potential. We call this “creating SEA change”.

With a new 5-year organisational strategy in place and a great deal of growth planned in our zone, the Trusts & Foundations officer will be supporting West London Zone in our ambition to raise over £6 million in the next few years. They will be part of the fundraising team and will be responsible for raising money from Trusts & Foundations, developing a plan for engaging small and medium sized Trusts & Foundations and supporting with relationship management. West London Zone have a very strong portfolio of donors and we want to build a Trusts & Foundations team who are able to maintain our donor base, as well as explore new opportunities. We are looking for someone with strong written and interpersonal skills and the ability to work at pace.

Responsibilities include:

• To work closely with line manager to manage our existing pipeline
• To be responsible for writing high quality applications for small and medium grant makers
• To write bespoke external reports for funders, collaborating across the organisation as required
• Build relationships with key individuals representing trusts and foundations
• To lead on prospect research, identifying new potential Trusts and Foundations and exploring any existing links
• Manage and develop the Salesforce Database system and reporting, utilise (and help develop) internal systems and processes to track deadlines, KPIs, and get the most out of our CRM
• Other tasks as required by line manager (Trusts & Foundations Manager) and Head of Philanthropy.

More details about the benefits, values and roles at West London Zone are available in the job pack and the “Join the Team” page on our website.

To apply, please read our Safer Recruitment Policy and complete the online application form.

• The deadline for applications is 11.30pm Sunday 8th August 2021.
• We expect to hold first round interviews week beginning Monday 9 August and we hope to notify shortlisted candidates at the beginning of the week.
• Interviews will be held remotely over Zoom or GoogleMeets in line with latest government guidance.

If you have any questions please contact our friendly HR Team.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us on a fixed-term contract as our Head of Business Development, maternity cover. You will manage a small team and work across all departments, leading the end-to-end business development process, corporate outreach, fundraising and overseeing grant applications.

The post-holder will cover the whole spectrum of income development and will need to be able to think strategically yet be able to roll up their sleeves and work at an operational level, drawing on the skills they have gained through business development, consultancy and project management.

Duties include:

• Lead the development and implementation of organisational fundraising
• Lead the development of a ‘commercial opportunities and marketing plan’ to develop and grow our for-profit business
• Provide monthly updates for the Executive Team on the income generation pipeline and success against targets
• Coordinate and review all new concepts for design for new fundraising projects and provide oversight and sign-off proposals, applications and bids
• Build relationships with new and existing clients and funders

About you

You will be a real people-person, with experience in fundraising, or perhaps sales. You will certainly have a proven track record of business development with at least three years at a senior level, as the primary focus for the maternity cover is to strategically develop our consultancy practice: operationalising recommendations, identifying new markets, products and services and winning new sources of income.

For this role, experience of working in international development is an advantage but not essential however we are looking for someone with experience of developing commercial opportunities, through consultancy products and services, ideally relevant to data in development.

We are looking for a proactive, commercial individual with drive and initiative who will join our team while the current post-holder takes maternity leave. We are experimenting with a blended approach to home and office working and so are flexible on your location, provided that you are based within the UK and can visit our offices in Bristol on a regular basis, at least 4 to 6 times a month.

If you would like to contribute to increasing the impact of a dynamic organisation committed to ending poverty, we would love to hear from you. Please download and read the full recruitment pack and apply with your CV and cover letter.

Early applications are highly encouraged; we will be reviewing submissions as they arrive, and interviews will be held periodically. As we are recruiting on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to end recruitment without notice.

NL Recruitment is currently looking for a Major Donor Fundraiser to work for a social welfare charity.

Working closely with the Major Gifts Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the mid-level major donor programme. You will also:

• Increase income from existing donors and secure new donors, stewarding their donor journey and giving potential
• Proactively prospect, generating new links through peer-to-peer approaches, and actively networking to develop a sustainable pipeline of Mid-Level donors through face-to-face relationships and cultivation events to directly or indirectly influence a higher-level financial support
• Be comfortable in securing gifts (£1K - £3K)

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic fundraiser who has:

• Experience in donor development
• Experience in stewardship and cultivation programmes
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Development Lead

CONTRACT TYPE

Salary: GBP£40,000 - 45,000 Per annum, pro rata.

Start date: September 15th 2021

Hours: 32-40 hours per week.

Location: Flexible with preference for candidate located near London (UK) or Galway (Ireland).

Full time contract.

OVERVIEW/BACKGROUND

This is a new senior leadership position within the executive team of the Global Legal Action Network (GLAN). The post holder will play a lead role in: developing and implementing a fundraising strategy for GLAN, building and developing existing funder relationships, identifying and developing new opportunities for partnerships, crafting compelling proposals and leading on all aspects of donor stewardship. We have had considerable success in securing income from trusts and foundations and are looking for somebody who can lead our team to take this success to the next level.  

This is an exciting time to join GLAN, as we have undergone a period of rapid growth and development fuelled in part by our ground-breaking work tackling climate change alongside a range of compelling programmes using legal strategies to create real, sustained change for communities impacted by serious human rights violations. The role offers the right candidate the opportunity to shape our fundraising strategy and make a real impact on the most pressing human rights violations and environmental harm.

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ABOUT GLAN

GLAN works with affected communities to pursue innovative legal actions across borders to challenge states and other powerful actors involved in human rights violations and systemic injustice. Our actions address the most pressing instances of human rights concern and they fall within the following themes: War and occupation; accountability and supply chains; environmental and economic justice; and migration and border violence.

Our diverse strategies unlock the potential of foreign courts and legal mechanisms. Since being established in 2016 we have developed legal strategies directly addressing human rights impacts in over 23 countries and territories. We work with the individuals and communities resisting injustice to empower and amplify their voices. Our approach is networked and nimble, allowing us to advance cases across multiple issues and jurisdictions despite our compact team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position requires innovative thinking and creativity to package our programme strategies in ways that attract support and grow our portfolio effectively. This role will involve two major areas of work:

​Trust & Foundation Fundraising and Diversification.

1. Identify and track new funding opportunities

2. Develop and implement stewardship plans for new and existing donors, including briefing and supporting the CEO and other staff members as needed at key funder meetings

3. Develop compelling proposals/applications, budgets and supporting documentation for funders

4. Coordinate proposal development for strategic funding opportunities

5. Track grant requirements, support the development of impactful reports and ensure ongoing communication about project developments  

6. Diversify GLAN’s income streams and helping to design the correct mix of funding to support long term sustainability

Fundraising Strategy

1. Develop a fundraising strategy for GLAN, working with the CEO and Board Members
2. Support the Executive team and Board to develop a plan to nurture and cultivate individual and major donors, building on successful crowdfunding efforts. This would include recruiting and managing a Supporter Officer role (dependent on funding) to deliver this work.

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Minimum of 5-years experience of fundraising from Trusts and Foundations and/or in a Fundraising/Development Manager role

• Track record of securing six figure relationships

• Relevant experience in grant development management/coordination, including developing six-figure strategic proposals and budgets and writing clear and concise donor reports Experience of Fundraising Strategy development .

• Excellent written and verbal English skills

• High level of numeracy, particularly an ability to support the development of project budgets and donor financial reports.

• Excellent IT and organisational skills

• Self-confident, ability to take the initiative and motivate a team

• Ability to manage own time and workload efficiently in order to prioritise and meet deadlines

• Understanding of and commitment to GLAN’s mission and values

Desirable

• Management and of individual donor and major donor work

• Understanding of human rights or strategic advocacy or litigation.

Reporting to the Head of Relationship Fundraising, the Major Gifts and Trusts Manager will oversee and develop strategic relationships with major donors and trust foundations, to secure vital funds for our hospitals and NHS staff. The role will be responsible for line managing the Trusts and Foundations Officer, including overall responsibility for delivering the major donor and trusts and foundations income lines. Pivotal to the role, will be the ability to cultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential major donors, to secure gifts for projects and planned programmes of work, in line with the charity’s strategy and vision.

The Person

We are looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience in maximising income by engaging, managing and inspiring individual major supporters, volunteers, board members and other stakeholders where appropriate.
• Has the ability to manage and grow the prospect pipeline by identifying new potential supporters.
• Can manage a budget with varying income lines including budget setting, forecasting and analysis
• Has experience of setting up internal systems and processes, including database use and management, to ensure all major donors and prospects are appropriately developed and supported.
• Has carried out research through a range of sources, including working with hospital staff and service providers, to obtain relevant information to create highly engaging cases for support and contribute to proposals, applications, donor strategies and fundraising communications.
• Has the ability to carry out due diligence assessments when prospecting for potential major donors.
• Has had responsibility for high- value events such as coordinating invitations, acting as primary contact for individuals concerned and working alongside a Communications Team to help and influence the production of related marketing material.
• Has recent line management experience.

You will: 

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the motivations for major giving.
• Have direct knowledge or experience of trusts & foundations fundraising.
• Have significant experience of supporting teams to maximise donor relationships.
• Be able to manage multiple projects, identifying conflicting demands and establishing clear priorities in order to meet agreed objectives and income. 
• Possess excellent communication skills with an ability to be persuasive, influential and credible with all audiences.
• Have an acute attention to detail in all areas.
• Be IT literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
• Have an understanding of and be able to demonstrate the Leeds Hospitals Charity values.

To apply for this position, please send a copy of your up-to-date CV with a covering letter.

The Creative Living Centre (CLC) provides a person-centered holistic approach to members of the community who are experiencing mental health distress. Founded in 1995, and based in central Prestwich, Manchester, the CLC offers a wide range of therapies, self-help groups, classes and support to adults who need to use the service.

The CLC is now recruiting for a part-time permanent Chief Officer, who will be the figurehead for the charity and a positive leader and key influencer with Local Council and Commissioners. This role can influence the delivery of the mental health agenda across Greater Manchester and requires the jobholder to be a positive leader and role model for the CLC’s members, employees, and volunteers.

The Chief Officer will also work on behalf of the Board of Trustees to develop and deliver the CLC’s Vision and Mission by supporting the delivery of the strategic plan, to ensure the CLC’s ongoing sustainability, growth, and success.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic goals, objectives, and financial plans to meet both the aspirations, vision, and mission of the CLC.
• Lead the CLC effectively, ensuring that its financial security, asset management and risk appraisal is maintained and enhanced.
• Take overall responsibility for achieving, monitoring, and reporting on performance against targets in all areas of the CLC’s activities.
• Oversee budgets, expenditure and management accounts ensuring that income and expenditure is within planned targets. Accountable to the Board of Trustees for the overall financial health of the CLC, including ensuring that new funding opportunities are pursued.
• Identify and put in place an effective risk management strategy and framework for the charity to support business plan objectives and robust financial and strategic management.
• Procure competitive bids for services and goods with appropriate financial agreements.
• Report to the Trustee Board regularly on progress against key strategic objectives, providing information and answering for the CLC’s performance.
• Ensure that the Board operates within statutory and corporate approved frameworks, requirements, and guidelines.
• Participate in internal/external meetings and training as required.

Who are we looking for?

• Significant experience gained in senior leadership posts in a charity or commercial business is essential for this role.
• Proven experience in successfully managing and communicating organisational change.
• Developing and successfully delivering business plans and strategies.
• Working closely with Boards, advising, and guiding robust decision making.
• Financial management including forecasting, budget setting and monitoring income and expenditure.
• Risk strategy and management.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Strategies both at local, Greater Manchester and National levels highly desirable.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise multiple activities/workstreams.
• Excellent IT skills with ability to prepare reports in Word, spreadsheets in Excel and Power Point
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Valid Full UK Driving License.

What you can expect in return

The role is permanent based on 24 hours per week.   The salary is £24,320 pa (£38,000 pa FTE).

The successful candidate may work the hours in a variable pattern which can suit both parties, subject to agreement with the CLC’s Chairperson. The CLC is located adjacent to Prestwich tram station and free parking is available opposite the building.

Please note, this role is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references.

Development Officer, Patrons and Major Gifts

We are seeking an individual with exceptional customer service and/or fundraising experience who would like to build a career working with patrons and major donors to join our Development team. This is an exciting opportunity for you to be part of high achieving Major Gifts team and support the delivery of the Patrons and Major Gifts programmes, to enable Kew to deliver its ambitious strategic objectives.

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi. 

You will have the ability to build and maintain long-lasting relationships, both internally and externally. This role requires working collaboratively with colleagues across the two fundraising programmes, Patrons and Major Gifts, as well as more widely with teams across Kew Foundation.  It also involves supporting the administration of patron approaches, renewals and upgrades, meeting with prospective and current donors and attending patron and donor events.

You will be an outstanding communicator with the ability to prioritise tasks and work calmly under pressure to meet multiple deadlines while maintaining excellent attention to detail. You will have a ‘can-do’ attitude and innovative thinking to help us to provide world-class donor care across the two programmes. You will also need a good understanding of CRM database systems and experience with financial reporting.

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

Closing Date: 01/08/2021

Interviews planned: 11th & 12th August.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

No agencies please.

An exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development of fundraising work at Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust. As a Fundraising Officer, the post holder will have the opportunity to help us make a real difference by raising vital funds for our work supporting those affected by cervical cancer and cervical cell changes (abnormalities) and our work promoting prevention of cervical cancer through the HPV vaccine and cervical screening. Jo’s exciting vision is the elimination of cervical cancer in the UK.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual to help the team maximise income while creating a long term plan to increase the number of regular donors and individual supporters of the charity. Many of our supporters have been through a cervical cancer diagnosis or have lost someone to the illness so are very engaged and passionate about the charity.

The person we are looking for will be proactive and willing to build relationships and drive forward income generation rather than simply administrate what comes in. They will manage our relationships and stewardship with Individual supporters and Regular donors. They will also play a key role in managing our fundraising materials and merchandise.

The post holder should have at least 1 year professional fundraising experience.

To apply for this role please send a CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for the role and why you would like to work at Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust to Dan Joyce, Head of Fundraising

Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

Closing date for application:  5pm on the 4th August 2021

Interviews

First Interview date:  12th or 13th August 2021

Second Interview date: 19th or 20th August 2021

Working hours: Full time, 35 hours a week.

Salary: £36,439 pro rata + 33 days holiday + up to 6% pension matched contributions.

Closing date: midday on Friday 13th August.

About Tree Aid:

Tree Aid is an international development organisation working with people in the drylands of Africa to tackle poverty and the effects of the climate crisis by growing trees, improving people’s incomes, and restoring and protecting land.

We are looking to recruit a Fundraising Manager (High Value Donor, Corporate and unrestricted Trusts relationships). This is a fantastic opportunity to support transformational change for some of the world’s most vulnerable people who are living on the frontline of the climate crisis. Tree Aid works in partnership with communities in the drylands of Africa, using forestry and natural resource management to relieve poverty and protect the environment. We are values led, unique in what we do and are growing fast.

Our current manager is going on maternity leave from the end of November and here are a few words from her about the role:

"I have worked at Tree Aid for over 4 years and I have really enjoyed leading the dedicated Corporate and High Value Team during this exciting period of growth. I would encourage experienced fundraisers to apply for this role; it is perfect for someone who is passionate about building strong relationships with donors and converting corporate prospects into donors and partners.

We have just completed a very successful major donor fundraising appeal. The focus for the rest of the financial year will be on delivering good stewardship and bespoke communication to our donors. You will also be planning an in person major donor event for March 2022, COVID permitting.

Another element of the job is corporate fundraising. Tree Aid is fortunate that our cause is currently in the media and of public interest, we receive a high number of corporate enquiries each month. Corporate Fundraising is an priority area of growth for Tree Aid over the next couple of years."

We welcome applications from candidates who have 2-3 years of fundraising experience at management level. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, creative and ambitious fundraiser. The successful candidate will have lots of initiative, be a strong team player and have a passion for our cause bringing new ideas and fresh energy to the charity.

About the role:

As a member of the Fundraising and Communications management team, the High Value, Corporate and Trusts Manager provides leadership for their team and contributes to the development of Tree Aid communications organisation wide.

They will lead and manage the High Value Donor, Corporate and Trusts team to: 

1. Develop and implement Tree Aid’s High Value Donor, Corporate and Trust strategy and annual plan.
2. Plan and implement a three year pledge programme for High Value Donors
3. Plan a High Value stewardship event for March 2022
4. Increase our corporate donors and partners, converting inbound enquiries and ensuring a healthy prospect pipeline.

Key documents:

The full job description and person specification, and equal opportunities monitoring form can be downloaded from the Tree Aid website. 

• Job description and person specification
• Equal opportunities monitoring form

Key dates:

• Closing date: midday on Friday 13th August
• Shortlisted for task notification: Friday 13th August
• Task and covering letter submission by: midday Tuesday 17th August
• Shortlisted for interview notification:  Tuesday 17th August.
• First interviews: Thursday 19th August. This will be a remote interview process.
• Final interviews: Monday 23rd August. This will be a remote interview process.
• Start date: Monday 1st November 2021

To apply now for this Manager opportunity, please see the Tree Aid website for details. You will need to send your CV by midday on Friday 13th August.

We will ask shortlisted candidates to submit a covering letter with the task on Tuesday 17th August.

Key requirements:

• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at time of application.
• As a charity with limited resources we can only respond to successful applicants.
• This role requires a DBS check.

Our approach to recruitment:

We recruit with openness and transparency and employ people based on their ability to carry out the role being recruited for. We ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of disability, gender, race, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, caring responsibilities or hours of work. 

We value diversity and welcome applications from applicants from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with a Black, Asian or minority ethnic (BAME) background. 

Tree Aid is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has signed up to the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. The jobholder will be expected to sign Tree Aid’s Safeguarding Policy and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies.

Harris Hill are working exclusively with a homelessness charity based in London to find them a brand new Fundraising Development Manager (Major Donor and Trusts) . They are looking for a dynamic fundraiser who can raise 5/6 figure gifts from Major Donors as well as some trusts.

The Fundraising Development Manager will be working closely with the Head of Fundraising and the Director in upscaling and building on existing HNI's and Trusts. The post holder will be responsible for developing and delivering their strategy around high-level givers, both individuals and trusts. Although work has already been undertaken in this area, and they have seen exciting growth, potential remains overall untapped and the strategy is in its infancy.

As such, they are looking for a confident self-starter who will be able to work alongside the Fundraising Team and Charity Director to identify the key opportunities and drive forward the workplan, owning some big wins as they go. This is an exciting time to join a growing and supportive Fundraising Team working together to deliver meaningful change for people experiencing homelessness.

To be considered for this role you will need to have experience of:

* Track record of generating income from high value individuals and trusts to meet income targets
* Proven ability to establish long-term and mutually beneficial relationships
* Strategic thinker with proactive and solution-focused approach
* Exceptional stewardship and supporter care skills
* Prospect research skills and experience

If this sounds like the next step for you and you want to learn more about it. Then please do not hesitate to get in touch with Hannah at Harris Hill on [email protected] or call her on 02078207331.

The deadline for this role is the 20th of July and a CV and supporting statement will be required.

Salary is £36,000 - £40,000.

Interview will be held the last week of July/ early August.

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We are seeking to appoint a well organised and motivated individual to lead on the analysis of data and ensure the integrity of the CRM system for the Business Development Teams at Willen Hospice. 

Working with the Supporter Services Manager & Administrators, as well as with the wider Fundraising teams, you will improve the current audience insight and analysis; developing strategies for improving the quality of the data collected and retained, to inform current and future fundraising strategies using findings on datasets. You will import third party data into the CRM database and provide targeted mailing lists for the team. 

The ideal candidate will need to have an analytical mind, be a competent user of Microsoft 365, with advanced excel skills. You will need to have extensive database experience and the ability to interpret web traffic data using Google Analytics etc.

In return for your skills, you can expect to join a professional & supportive team, generous annual leave entitlement starting at 35 days pro rata (inclusive of statutory and bank holidays), free onsite parking, enhanced pension, maternity, adoption and sick pay provision. 

Closing date: Thursday 5th August 2021 

Interview date: Thursday 12th August 2021 

Job Title: Development Officer - Institutions

Report To:          Head of Trusts and Foundations

Hours: Monday – Friday 09:00 until 17:30 (37.5hrs per week), with flexibility 

Start Date:          ASAP

Location: Cambridge, UK 

Who are we?

CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education) is an international non-profit organisation tackling poverty and inequality by supporting marginalised girls to go to school and succeed, and empowering young women to step up as leaders of change. Over the next five years we have set the audacious goal of supporting five million girls in rural sub-Saharan Africa to learn and thrive in school, and to create the future they imagine - for themselves, for their communities, and for Africa.

Why join us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a passionate and dedicated fundraising team at the outset of an ambitious five-year strategy that campaigns for social justice, economic development and climate action. You will work alongside colleagues globally who like to mix laughs and learning with hard-work and results.

Last month alone, CAMFED was cited by The Guardian as one of the most important aid agencies of the moment and also received the 2021 Princess of Asturias Award for International Cooperation, which counts Nelson Mandela among its esteemed past laureates.

What’s the role?

This role will work closely with the Head of Trusts and Foundations and the Manager of Corporate Relations to develop robust and high-quality funding proposals. You will also provide support to the wider Development Fundraising team to increase income through prospect research, proposal support and effective data management. You can expect the following responsibilities:

Proposal support and development

• Support the development of 12-20 compelling and professionally-presented funding proposals, concept notes or reports per year, each tailored to specific Trust, Foundation, and Corporate audiences.
• Develop a strong knowledge of CAMFED’s current programmes and work with other teams to clearly communicate complex information in writing that persuades and motivates Trusts, Foundations and Corporates to support.
• Research country and programme specific statistics, contextual and organisational  information and write summary notes to support proposal development. 
• Maintain accurate salesforce records in accordance with internal fundraising processes and structures.

Research and administration

• Complete research and due diligence profiles for prospective Trusts, Foundations and Corporates partners.

• Work with the Head of Trusts and Foundations and the Manager of Corporate Relations to create emails updates, thank you letters and acknowledgements for Institutional donors, according to the Global Fundraising Structure and SOPs.
• Maintain accurate data records in Salesforce, CAMFED’s CRM.
• Uphold GDPR regulations at all times and manage complaints within best practice guidelines.

 Coordination of Institutional programmes

• Support the Head of Trusts and Foundations and the Manager of Corporate Relations in the development and delivery of the Trusts and Foundations and Corporate programmes.
• Create and maintain reports, dashboards and data in Salesforce to inform the Trusts and Foundations and Corporate programmes/future pipelines.
• Support the Head of Trusts and Foundations and the Manager of Corporate Relations in effective stewardship of existing donors through outreach, fundraising materials and informal update reports.
• Proactively identify and research potential prospects to add to the Institutional pipeline of opportunities.
• Any other duties as required.

Skills and qualities for the role:

• Commitment to education, social justice and gender equity.
• Demonstrable skills in developing complex and compelling written proposals, collating information from a variety of sources.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to develop content for a variety of audiences.
• Proactive, with a proven ability to progress multiple workstreams, prioritise tasks and work to tight deadlines at the same time.
• Ability to research, analyse and collate information
• Ability to take initiative and develop solutions to challenges as they arise.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and effective working in a team environment.
• Impeccable attention to detail and the ability to manage your time effectively.
• Commitment to own learning and professional development.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

CAMFED is committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers and Board members. We aim to ensure that this commitment, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

Application Details

Please send your CV together with a covering letter explaining the reasons why you have applied for the role, including your salary expectations, and reference ‘Development Officer - Institutions’ by 9am on Wednesday 18th August 2021.

Please note, only applications with a cover letter will be considered.