Engagement And Events Officer Jobs in London, Greater London

Rainforest Trust is a leading global organisation sponsoring the creation and expansion of protected and conserved areas, playing a central role in combating biodiversity loss and fighting climate change. We have already placed over 50 million acres under permanent protection across 72 countries, and recent surveys show that 99% of the rainforest we have protected since 1988 remains intact.

Rainforest Trust UK (RTUK) is set up as a separate charity to tax-efficiently raise funds from donors here in the UK for Rainforest Trust’s conservation projects. We are currently a team of 8 (part-time) people, but we are affiliated to, and supported by, the Rainforest Trust team in the U.S., which has a team of about 45 staff.When asked what they love most about working at Rainforest Trust UK our staff say it is feeling they are making a difference and taking direct action on some of the biggest issues of our time - climate change, biodiversity loss and Indigenous Peoples' rights. They also like being part of a small, friendly, and supportive team, where they feel they can have a direct input into decisions and our direction.

In 2023 the global charity raised $46 million for conservation projects in Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The UK charity contributed £2.2m of this, and we are confident there is significant potential to increase our income from donors here. So, we are looking for an experienced, passionate, and highly personable fundraising professional to join our UK team, to help us identify, approach and cultivate relationships with new private individuals with the potential to make major contributions to our work. 

This is a maternity cover contract so the successful candidate will need to get up to speed quickly, taking over responsibility for delivering the new Major Donor fundraising plan. The successful candidate will have previous experience of managing high level relationships and a track record of securing high value (5 and 6 figure) donations or new business. You will have outstanding interpersonal skills and be a confident communicator and able to build trusted relationships swiftly.  As this is still a new role, in a relatively young charity, your ideas will help shape this work and you will play a crucial part in driving the growth and sustainability of our fundraising in the UK.

You might have existing experience working with high-value donors, however we also welcome applications from candidates who have transferable experience from other areas - for example a sales or account management background.

Key Responsibilities (see attached job description for full list)

• Proactively research, identify, and cultivate a list of new potential donors (high-net-worth individuals), building a pipeline of people to approach for support.

• Build and strengthen relationships with both existing and new supporters - developing and personally managing and inspiring a portfolio of individual donors and prospects, soliciting 5 and 6-figure gifts.

• Lead a programme of relevant cultivation and networking events, including receptions and lunches, creating engaging opportunities for donors to increase their giving to a higher level.

• Develop inspiring and compelling ‘case for support’ literature

• Regular stewardship including personalised updates, donor touches, invites to webinars/events etc

Person Specification - see attached job description document

Working Arrangements and Travel Requirements

Rainforest Trust UK staff work remotely and you will be expected to work primarily from home with an excellent internet connection. You may be based anywhere in the UK but you will be expected to work from a shared team space in London once a month, and your donor meetings/events are most likely to take place there.

The postholder will be required to host networking events and attend some online meetings with our partners in the U.S so some (early) evening working is required. We are also flexible as to how many hours this postholder works, and will consider a 3-5 day per week arrangement, depending on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rainforest Trust UK is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our work will bring benefits for our people, our organisation and our charitable purpose. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief or any other protected characteristic.

Location: Homebased/hybrid, within commutable distance of Central Office, London, Peckham
Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £60,000 per annum
Benefits: Generous Holiday allowance Season Ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Charity worker discounts Enhanced maternity package Wellness, inclusion, and diversity groups EAP scheme Life assurance

Closing date: 10-06-2024

Are you a dynamic leader with a proven track record in fundraising, ready to inspire and empower a dedicated team to power funding forwards for PACT?

The fundraising team at Pact plays a crucial role in securing vital income to sustain our operations, develop our capacity, fund essential services, and maintain our independent voice. They cultivate both unrestricted funds and restricted income for special projects, innovation, and system change initiatives. Fostering strong relationships across the charity, they receive support from me, our CEO Andy Keen-Downs, and our Senior Leadership team.

As our current Head of Fundraising moves on to a CEO position at another organisation, we seek an exceptional individual to build upon her achievements. The role involves overseeing a team of five:

• Development Manager (Individual Giving and Parishes)
• Senior Development Manager (Trusts and Foundations) alongside a part-time Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser
• Senior Development Manager (Major Donors)
• Senior Partnerships and Engagement Manager (Corporate Partners)

The successful candidate will empower and guide their team to sustainably push forward with fundraising strategy and delivery, nurturing relationships with trusts, foundations, corporations, high net worth individuals, Catholic networks, parish communities, and individual supporters. We seek someone with a proven track record in fundraising, leadership skills to inspire their team, and managerial abilities to foster a cohesive team spirit and support personal growth.

In addition to leading and developing the fundraising team, the Head of Fundraising will be part of our collaborative Executive Team, working closely with colleagues in Communications and Engagement, Business Development, Finance, and across our Services regions and specialisms. They will also receive support from our Head of Faith in Action, who reports to the CEO, and collaborate with our Chair of Trustees, Professor Jim McManus, and other trustees. Our strategy emphasises shared objectives and teamwork.

What Pact Offer:

Pact offer a wide range of employee benefits including free confidential advice and counselling service, cycle to work scheme, life assurance, eye care vouchers, generous annual leave plus more. You will have the opportunity to attend internal training events to further develop yourself as an effective support work and you will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team.

How to apply:

Please apply with your CV and a supporting statement (max 2 pages) outlining specifically how you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Other information:

Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment).

This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison.

You may also have experience in the following: Fundraising Director, Chief Development Officer, Fundraising Manager, Director of Development and Fundraising, Fundraising Lead, Fundraising Executive Director, Chief Fundraising Officer, Director of Philanthropy and Fundraising, Development and Fundraising Head, Fundraising Campaign Director, etc.

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Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 (35 hours FTE) depending on experience

Hours: Either Full Time (35 hrs) or Part Time (21 hrs) - Please specify preference when applying

Place of work: Flexible/Remote/Hybrid, plus a requirement to attend 4 x all staff days per year at our offices in Hatfield, Herts, and some additional conferences as required.

Join Our Team!

Do you want to work full time or part time?

As Health Services Lead at Crohn’s & Colitis UK, you will be integral in project managing the development of a new Healthcare Professional Online Education Programme. You will also work on a variety of other healthcare professional projects. This is a role that is both fulfilling and challenging. You will be supporting the Health Services Manager and liaising with both internal and external stakeholders, all with a view to improving the quality and the standards of health services for all people affected by Crohn's and Colitis.

Full details of the Job Description and Person Specification are found in our Recruitment Pack, available on our website

Benefits of working for Crohn’s & Colitis UK

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing one day per year up to 30 days
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing programme
• Interest free loan for season tickets
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking and secure bike locks
• Training and development financial support and/or study leave
• Performance review and development scheme

About you

• You will have experience of supporting the delivery pf projects and programmes in a UK wide healthcare context.
• You will be able to develop and maintain a wide range of stakeholder relationships to ensure the partnerships needed to deliver our projects and programmes.
•  A team player with great written and verbal communication skills.

What can you expect from us

Crohn’s & Colitis UK is a truly flexible employer. Getting the right person for the role is more important than where you live.

We value equality and want to make sure we get the best person for the job every time so want to hear from people of all backgrounds and with a range of experiences.

About us

We're the UK's leading charity for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

A diagnosis of Crohn’s or Colitis is life-changing. Over 500,000 people in the UK are living with a lifelong disease many people have never heard of, and for which there is no known cure.

Crohn’s & Colitis UK funds research, provides award winning information and support and raises vital awareness by increasing the public’s understanding of the conditions, and what it means to live with debilitating symptoms. But we need to do more. We need to be a louder voice in the marketplace. Our ambitious plans for 2024, will help to make a real difference to every supporter’s journey with us. If this excites you - join us!

How to apply

Please submit a CV and supporting statement outlining why you’d like to apply, how you fulfil the person specification, and what you feel you will bring to the role, so you’ll need to refer to the Recruitment Pack.

Please confirm if you are looking for a full time or part time role.

If you have any queries about this role, would like to have a conversation before formally applying, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact jthe email listed in the Recruitment Pack.

Closing Date: Monday 17th June 9.00am

Please note, applications will be assessed as and when they are received, and interviews arranged, so we may close the position before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provided.

We will not be accepting any contact from Recruitment Agencies or Media Sales

About BRAC

Founded in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC is an international development organisation that today partners with over 100 million people living with inequality and poverty. Best known for our community-led, holistic approach that delivers long-term impact at scale, BRAC works with communities in marginalised situations, hard-to-reach areas and post-disaster settings across Asia and Africa, with a particular focus on women and children. We innovate and create impact through social development programmes, social enterprises, humanitarian response, a bank and a university.

BRAC’s European office supports BRAC’s work through fundraising and communications, building impactful, long-term relationships with partners, and engaging with policymakers and practitioners to tackle extreme poverty.

Overview of the role

The Executive & HR Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring that BRAC’s office in Europe operates efficiently and effectively to deliver its mission to support BRAC’s work. It is a broad role encompassing administrative, human resources, team internal comms, and governance support to the London office, reporting directly to the Executive Director but also working very closely with the wider senior management team and our board of trustees.

The European office is a small, dynamic and enthusiastic team, whilst very much part of the larger global BRAC family of organisations. This is a particularly exciting time as we embark on a new strategy to build our presence across Europe in support of BRAC’s global ambition to create opportunities for over 250 million people by 2030.

The position is ideal for an accomplished, highly organised candidate who is comfortable with a flexible, varied workload and brings a positive, can-do spirit. The candidate will be at ease dealing with colleagues from around the world, as well as staff and trustees at all levels of the London office. They will share our strong sense of pride in working for a successful INGO which is led from the Global South and committed to doing international development differently.

We are looking for an experienced strategically minded, dynamic and proactive Initiatives Manager to join us here at the Royal College of Radiologists (RCR).

Do you want to be part of a dedicated Workforce Development team, supporting doctors who deliver imaging and cancer care services? If you have a desire to work in a people profession which strives to have a positive impact on the lives of doctors and ultimately patients; this may be the opportunity for you.

In this pivotal role as Workforce Initiatives Manager you will be responsible for the successful development and delivery of initiatives to support us in fulfilling our overarching goal of growing the UK workforce in our specialties of Clinical Radiology and Clinical Oncology, ensuring that quality and impact are at the heart of our plans.

With a focus on the strategic development side of the team you will cultivate information into initiatives such as the development of curricula or standards but also ongoing initiatives which will serve to increase routes into the workforce for both existing and emerging groups of doctors and allied health professionals. Leading and motivating a high-performing and dedicated team to do so.  

What you’ll do:

• Manage the development and implementation of new versions of the postgraduate curricula for our specialities.
• Establish and implement necessary quality assurance mechanisms and initiative.
• Oversee the provision of support for ancillary workforce development initiatives.
• Undertake market research to evaluate the viability of proposed new workforce initiatives, targeting those with the greatest reach and impact.
• Lead, motivate performance manage and develop a team.

What you’ll need:

• Experience of curriculum development or experience of innovation in training programmes or teaching.
• Experience of programme/project management.
• Experience in developing funding bids/building cogent business cases.
• Knowledge and understanding of UK healthcare workforce strategy, including postgraduate medical education.
• Excellent manager of people, capable of inspiring.
• Analytical thinker, able to evaluate key issues and exercise sound judgement.
• Ability to prioritise own work and work of team to deliver agreed outcomes.

Why join us?

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (40% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and forward-thinking team and organisation. At the forefront of the health agenda, our members diagnose and treat cancer, heart disease, stroke and more, whilst leading on innovations including AI, skills mix and community diagnostic hubs. If you are interested in finding out more about the Workforce Initiatives Manager role , instructions on how to apply and the RCR please have a read of the candidate pack.  

The National Literacy Trust empowers children, young people and adults from disadvantaged communities with the literacy skills they need to succeed. Their research makes them the leading authority on literacy and drives all their work.

There has never been a more exciting time to join, with an ambitious Director of Fundraising focused on growth, a CEO brimming with ideas and energy, a compelling and unique case for support, and the whole organisation united behind fundraising.

The Corporate Partnerships team has seen impressive success over recent years with the team now bringing in more than £4 million annually from a range of partners including Chase Bank, Lancôme, KPMG, McDonald’s, Morrisons, Bloomberg and WHSmith.

This is a brilliant opportunity to work across a range of multi-faceted corporate partnerships at the 5 and 6-figure level. You will deliver exceptional stewardship focused on growing and developing relationships with existing partners securing ongoing and continued support.

As Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will: 

• Account manage a diverse portfolio of corporate partners at the 5 and 6-figure level
• Create and deliver high quality stewardship plans for your accounts
• Research, write and pitch compelling funding proposals to renew and uplift existing partnerships
• Build strong relationships with all key stakeholders internally and externally
• Work with the new business team to ensure the seamless handover and onboarding process for new partners

Ideal skills and experience: 

• Experience in managing a range of 5 and 6-figure corporate partnerships in the not-for-profit sector
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, and someone who can develop rapport with stakeholders of all levels forging effective and collaborative working relationships
• Ability to think creatively about corporate partnerships, identifying opportunities for uplift and increased engagement among existing partners, fostering a strong sense of connection to the charity’s mission

Benefits include: 

• 39 days of annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff), made up of 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and office closure from Christmas Day to New Year’s Day inclusive
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and shared parental leave and pay policy – after 1 year of service, employees are entitled to 12 weeks on half pay in additional to statutory entitlements, with two weeks of paternity leave at full pay (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Employee assistance programme
• Shopping and leisure venue discounts
• Discounted gym membership, dental plans and health assessments

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Individual Giving Manager to join the Fundraising team at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, for 12 months. This role is critical for the success of our income generation activities and acquisition of new supporters.

We are looking for a target driven team player who will skilfully and tactfully manage a variety of stakeholder relationships, including our face-to-face agency partners and volunteers. This is an exciting time to join the team as we look to build on successful growth of existing supporter acquisition initiatives. 

About the team 

This role sits within the Fundraising, Marketing & Communications team. Reporting to the Head of Supporter Engagement, you will also work collaboratively with the Individual Giving Manager – Donor Development, Individual Giving Officer, Supporter Care Co-ordinator, and the Events team. You will also work closely with colleagues across the organisation, including our Branch Network and Regional Hubs to connect with new supporters across the UK and maximise opportunities.

About you 

To carry out this role successfully you will have a track record of:

• Experience of developing and running successful individual giving programmes to recruit new donors. 
• Experience of managing external relationships at all levels, for example with suppliers, agencies, including effective negotiation on costs and contracts. 
• Experience of managing face-to-face fundraising programme. 
• Experience of lottery fundraising. 
• Experience of working with a supporter database.
• Numerical skills and ability to use Excel and/or PowerBI for tracking, reporting and analysis. 

 About SSAFA  

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in their time of need. In 2022 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 59,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.   

 SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way, they need us.  

Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA  

 SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.  

 SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.   

 No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.  

Closing date: Midnight on 04 June 2024. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.  

Interviews: 12 June 2024

Hours: 35 hours per week (full-time)

Location: You will work in Healthwatch Newham’s Office 3 days per week. You will also spend two days per week at a community organisation within Newham

Annual leave: 28 days per annum, excluding bank holidays

Overview

Healthwatch Newham wishes to employ a Deaf Outreach Worker.  The role will work with the Deaf community on an action plan of delivery to make improvements across Newham. This is a fixed term contract of 12 months and you will work in partnership with the Newham health and social care system.

You will be a Deaf person with life experience of being Deaf and Deaf culture. You will be fluent in British Sign Language (BSL) and used to working in a bilingual environment with Deaf and hearing colleagues.

We have developed a job description for the Deaf Outreach Worker.  This will provide further information on Healthwatch Newham and the role.  It will include the main tasks and responsibilities, and the skills and experience we are looking for.

At the bottom of this page under 'Application Resources' you will find a BSL Translated video for the job description

Closing date: Tuesday 4th June, 9am

Interview date to be confirmed. Interviews will be held in person, in Newham. We will arrange a British Sign Language Interpreter for the interviews.

We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.

Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger.  No challenge is too big. With you we can do it.  Join us.

We are looking for an experienced Head of Communications to lead on all of our external communications in the UK. You will have overall responsibility for brand, content, digital and social media, media/PR and celebrities, leading a team of 9 in a Fundraising and Communications Directorate of 35. The Communications team has grown considerably in recent years, with investment in digital mobilisation, content, brand and celebrity management now paying off. You would be joining the organisation at an incredibly exciting time as we prepare to launch a global brand campaign, forge new partnerships, increase our social media following and digital advocacy and acquisition, attract more celebrity ambassadors and capitalise on the number of our supporters growing to tackle the biggest issues of our time.

We believe there is untapped potential across fundraising and communications, and that Action Against Hunger’s cause, being tangible, focused and easy to explain, gives a platform for further innovation and growth in all areas of our work. As Head of Communications, you would join an established and experienced leadership team – both in the UK and globally - and be expected to develop and deliver strategy, make key decisions, manage resource and manage risk. You would lead a passionate and skilled Communications team who get the job done to an exceptionally high standard and who know how to have fun along the way.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned comms professional to use their experience, technical knowledge and leadership skills to build on the recent transformation in our communications and make a lasting difference to famine and malnutrition worldwide. We would love to have you join our team. 

For more detailed information on the role, please download the attached pdf Job description.

Closing Date: 13 June 2024 at 23:59.  Interview Date: 24 June 2024.

Please read the following carefully before making your application: then all you need to do is send your CV and write a supporting statement explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role and where you saw this vacancy.

• As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
• We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)
• Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedback
• If you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk.

About the role

(For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description.)

Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK) strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with frontline Indigenous Peoples and other communities in the fight against tropical deforestation, biodiversity loss and climate change.

We are looking for a Head of Operations & Compliance to join our growing team, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a unique values-led, solutions-orientated organisation.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director and serving as a vital member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you'll oversee regulatory compliance, optimise internal and operational systems, manage risks, execute operational plans, and embody our organisational values. This multifaceted role encompasses leadership, strategy, and staff management, as well as an awareness of the needs of a small but growing charity.

 

Person specifications

We seek a dynamic individual with a minimum of five years of senior operations/compliance experience, demonstrating strategic thinking, strong governance and regulatory knowledge, and operational leadership and management skills.

Candidates should possess excellent communication and collaboration skills, exhibit multitasking and strong organisational abilities, demonstrate adaptability and proactive problem-solving skills, and pay meticulous attention to detail.

We encourage all interested candidates to apply, even if they believe they may not fully meet all the requirements. Applicants are encouraged to elaborate on their suitability for the role in their cover letter.

We are working with an incredible homelessness charity to recruit this key role to cover maternity leave. You will provide direction and manage the team responsible for brand, comms, events and fundraising. You will also directly be responsible for Major Donor relations and income.

This position is critical in the charitys growth and delivery of strategic goals through brand development, stakeholder engagement and delivery of some key streams of fundraised income.

This is a hybrid role with two days a week in the London office. Fully remote might be considered for the right candidate.

The Company
A small collaborative and passionate charity dedicated to solving homelessness, providing a safe and caring community that supports self belief and independent living.

The Role
Develop the brand on an ongoing basis, in collaboration with the Chief Executive and senior leaders
Ensure the charitys visual identity and organisational narrative are upheld through all communications and PR
Support the Heads of Fundraising and Communications to devise a communications strategy aimed at engaging new and existing audiences
Identify stories and opportunities to increase brand awareness
Keep up to date with best practice in fundraising, identifying and sharing trends, developments
Manage the work of direct reports, agreeing and setting objectives, targets and deadlines
Directly take responsibility for supporting and communicating with major donor / high net worth supporters

The Candidate
Experience of planning and delivering fundraised income growth
Brand management experience
Experience producing communications and/or fundraising plans in the charity sector
Understanding of supporter management and journeys
Experience of managing and developing high-performing team
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships at all levels and with key stakeholders
Agility to move across various functions and areas of responsibility

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Institutional and Corporate Fundraiser, RISE

July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025

BACKGROUND

RISE (Reimagining Industry to Support Equality) is a new collaboration focused on accelerating and expanding gender equality and women’s empowerment across global supply chains, through the delivery of workplace interventions and greater cross-sector collaboration. Our mission is to empower women workers, embed gender equality in business practice and catalyze systems change with an initial focus on the apparel, footwear, and home textile sectors. RISE is a membership organization that works with the world’s largest apparel and footwear brands as well as suppliers as members. Founded by BSR, CARE, ILO-IFC Better Work, and Gap In, RISE is hosted by BSR with a longer-term intention of becoming an independent not-for-profit entity.

RISE is now seeking the support of a fundraising contractor to help us achieve our new fundraising strategy and plans for significant expansion of our work. RISE has a mixed funding model and receives funding from private sector, philanthropic foundations, corporate foundations, bilateral agencies and could receive funding from multilateral agencies. This role will support RISE on grant fundraising.

We are looking for a self-starter with strong grant fundraising experience and network who is equally happy partnering with the team on new project ideas, writing proposals, expanding prospects and presenting to donors. We expect you to share our commitment to seeking a fairer future for women working in global supply chains and wants to join us to help scale our work through year-on-year income growth.

Time commitment: On average of 2-3 days/week with some periods being more intense than others.

Location: The Contractor can be remote, preferably located in the US or Europe. The person will report to the Executive Director, based in London.

 

SCOPE OF WORK:

Proposal and Concept Development

• Partner with subject matter experts at RISE to brainstorm and develop impactful new project ideas and turn these into concept notes or fundraising campaigns.
• Lead on grant proposal development for priority concepts. This involves drafting a compelling project narrative that translates our work for a donor audience, as well as program activities and outcomes, and a logical framework or theory of change.
• Lead on development of case for support, capability statements and pitch materials.
• Lead on complex, multi-year budget development for proposals in compliance with donor requirements and in line with RISE and BSR operational, financial and compliance guidelines for grant funding.
• Work with RISE Executive Director and wider RISE team on developing a healthy grant pipeline.

Donor Engagement

• Build on RISE’s existing donor networks and relationships to lead donor engagement and secure new funding in support of RISE’s priority action areas. This will involve:
  • Broadening RISE’s base of donors by identifying priority donor targets and seeking ways to build new donor relationships, with particular focus around philanthropic foundations, corporate foundations and bilateral agencies.
  • Maintaining regular communications with relevant donors and seeking ways to involve them in RISE’s work.
  • Partner with RISE Associate Director for Business Partnerships on development and outreach to RISE members on grant funding opportunities, in particular collaborative or joint opportunities.
  • Developing and implementing outreach plans for priority concepts.
  • Lead on or partner with RISE subject matter experts and leadership on donor presentations and pitch-meetings.
  • Keeping RISE team up to date with donor intelligence.
  • Represent RISE, as agreed, at relevant conferences or events where RISE priority donors are present.

Fundraising planning

• Work with Executive Director to develop annual workplans for fundraising/business development/partnership building.
• Input into fundraising strategy and strategic reviews – including priority areas of focus, strategies for increasing grant funding, and ways to enhance internal collaboration with content experts.

The Scope of Work is not an exhaustive list of duties but is intended to reflect a range of duties the consultant will perform. The Fundraising Contractor agree priorities with RISE Executive Director. The Scope of Work will be reviewed regularly and may be changed in the light of experience and in consultation with the Contractor.

 

EXPERIENCE

• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience with developing and winning grants including writing concepts, high quality grant proposals.
• Demonstrated expertise with conveying a theory of change and developing logframes, budgets, and work plans for complex, multi-year and global projects in collaboration with program team.
• Good understanding of gender equality, women’s economic empowerment and the private sector’s role in achieving the SDGs.  
• Knowledge of the international donor landscape and trends, with existing networks and demonstrable success in securing grant funding from a diverse group of donors including private and corporate foundations and governments.
• Ability to drive strategic work and engage colleagues around collective action/implementation.
• Demonstrated fluency in English, including advanced writing and editing, with the ability to communicate ideas effectively and concisely.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams, including across diverse geographies and interacting with senior staff in donor organizations.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• High ethical standards and commitment to RISE core values of agency, inclusion and collaboration.

 

REPORTING

The Contractor will report to the Executive Director and work closely with the Associate Director Business Partnerships, Program Director and Country and Program Managers. The Contractor will also partner with work closely with the BSR Grants and Foundation team. 

 

APPLICATION

· Candidates who wish to apply are requested to submit the following documents:

o Covering letter addressing relevant experience for the role, including

o Current CV – no more than two pages

 

PAYMENT

The contractor is requested to submit application with their proposed daily consultancy rate. The contractor fees and terms will be agreed in advance, commensurate with experience and based on location. The consultant will be responsible for his/her own taxes and other statutory obligations.

CONFIDENTIALITY & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

The consultant is expected to maintain the confidentiality of all programs related information. All reports, data and other materials generated by the contractor will be the property of RISE.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Role Summary

As our Director of Philanthropy, you will play a pivotal role in accelerating the transition to a more sustainable future where everyone chooses delicious, healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and the planet. You will define and implement the fundraising strategy for the next three years. By implementing effective giving strategies of key stakeholders in Europe and beyond, you will support their ambition to create a better world.

Your key responsibilities will include cultivating relationships with existing and new major donors, Trusts and Foundations, particularly in the areas of climate and health. You will also engage mid-value supporters and relevant stakeholders, including the corporate sector. You will lead a small global development team and support ProVeg's country fundraising strategies. Apart from several important long-term and new major donors and foundations, ProVeg International does not have a large supporter database. It will be your responsibility to identify and develop growth strategies.

The ideal candidate will be a confident fundraiser with broad experience building strong relationships with, and securing funding from, major donors/HNWI, trusts and foundations, and corporate donors within environmental or other international organisations.

Job Details

Reports to: President and CEO

Department: Fundraising and Supporter Engagement

Location: United Kingdom Remote, Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Poland Remote, Czech Republic Remote, Remote

Hours: 32- 40 hours per week

Salary:£52 - 60k in the UK (depending on experience and location)

Responsibilities

1. Major Gifts, Corporates and Foundations

• Identify and prepare proposals for new revenue streams (think outside the box!), with an emphasis on the climate-food nexus. This includes potential HNWIs as well as large institutions, corporates and climate foundations.

• Identify and develop processes and systems to support the growth of major-donor and foundation income.

• Identify suitable projects within the strategic plan to create the case for support for ProVeg countries and programmes, which fulfill donor preferences and foundation strategic priorities.

• Oversee fundraising events for major donors, and assist the President in managing donor relationships.

2. Management & Leadership

• Lead the International Fundraising team, setting annual goals, providing regular feedback, conducting annual performance reviews, and supporting continuous professional development.

• Mentor country-specific Fundraising colleagues and support ProVeg's country revenue-generation strategies.

3. Development Planning

• Design, develop, and implement a resource mobilization and cultivation strategy for one and three-year periods in collaboration with the President and CEO

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in senior fundraising at a non-profit, preferably with an international focus. A similar or additional corporate background would also be useful.

• Understanding of effective altruism, and up-to-date knowledge of European fundraising trends.

• A track record of identifying and securing significant, multi-year funds from donors (minimum five to six-figures), particularly new donors and foundations. 

• Significant experience in researching and developing strong stakeholder relationships, as well as experience with writing concise reports.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including confident demeanor and experience in engaging with a diverse range of high-net-worth individuals. 

• Proficient CRM skills and familiarity with fundraising tracking tools and project management

• Willingness to travel, approximately six times per year.

• Strong motivation to support the plant-based movement. 
   

Preferred: 

• Knowledge and understanding of the global food-system transition towards alternative proteins.

• Formal membership of professional-fundraising bodies.

• Adherence to a plant-based diet and lifestyle. 

Benefits of working with us

• Salary: dependent on experience.

• Several weeks of paid vacation (dependent on location). 

• Provision of a work laptop.

• Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.

• A strong organizational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.

• Career-development support.

• Mindfulness program.

• We are a workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.

• And, last but not least, become part of a great team and work with us towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!

Job title: Senior public affairs and policy manager

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: Grade 6, £49,550 - £51,000 (depending on experience) 

Location: London

Working arrangements: Full time, 35 hours per week. Hybrid working, with a minimum of 6 days per month in the office (the policy and campaigns team tends to come into the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal College of Physicians at a crucial time. The RCP is the oldest medical royal college representing doctors in over 30 specialties from cardiology and gastroenterology to geriatric and respiratory medicine.

The senior public affairs and policy manager will help us to understand the key policy issues in health and healthcare and lead our influencing work, developing the RCP’s networks, particularly in parliament and government.

You will help manage and oversee a portfolio of high-profile work across a range of topics, proactively identifying opportunities for the RCP to influence the agenda and working with RCP fellows and members to shape and progress our campaigns. You will lead and manage our public affairs work, contributing your expertise to design and lead influencing strategies, campaign planning and policy development for a range of issues.

You will have demonstrable experience of developing and delivering successful influencing strategies, using a range of parliamentary influencing tactics to achieve policy change. You will be as comfortable speaking to parliamentarians and briefing senior leaders for meetings as you are writing consultation responses and policy briefings. You will be able to engage with the policy detail, while appreciating the bigger political picture and our place in it.

You will lead and manage the organisation’s stakeholder engagement to uphold our position as a leading health and care organisation. Central to that will be maintaining a network of contacts across the sector, in parliament, including political advisers, and the civil service. You will work with the president and senior officers to develop policy positions and advocate for them to external stakeholders within UK Government, Parliament and the wider health and care sector.

You will maintain a keen awareness of developments in the external landscape and make recommendations for how to evolve and progress our campaign messaging and policy positioning in response. Working closely with media colleagues, you will help to develop our voice with communications approaches that ensure high impact for our policy and campaigns work, including the Inequalities in Health Alliance. You will help us to analyse and interpret complex information to aid understanding and decision making and develop lines to take, draft public statements and media comments and brief senior officers and staff. 

The policy and campaigns team – and the wider communications, policy and research directorate - is a fast paced, collaborative and innovative environment. We value the opinions and ideas of every team member and actively seek their contributions. You will help us set our objectives and improve the ways we work.

Purpose and scope

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining a keen awareness of issues within the health sector, politics and the media in order to advise senior officers and staff; identify opportunities for influencing and policy development; provide support and advice to RCP boards and committees; and inform other RCP activities as appropriate. 
• Working proactively to identify opportunities for parliamentary engagement, working with the media team to ensure relevant issues are highlighted to the media. 
• Developing proactive and reactive policy positions on high-profile issues relating to the RCP’s work as required, working in partnership with senior officers, RCP members, communications colleagues and other staff and organisations.   
• Building and owning relationships with sector stakeholders, Parliamentarians, their staff and civil servants, arms-length bodies and other organisations relevant to the RCP’s policy and campaigns aims.  
• Preparing senior officers and staff for stakeholder meetings, supporting them in those meetings and yourself representing the RCP at meetings and events. 
• Working flexibly and proactively without close supervision, undertaking a range of work such as writing briefings, letters, policy positions and consultation responses. 
• Working with the media team to develop our voice with communications approaches that ensure high impact for our influencing and campaigns work. 
• Supporting the RCP’s Inequalities in Health Alliance.  
• Managing an adviser and developing them to the best of their ability. 
• Any other duties commensurate with your post, including deputising for the head of policy and campaigns and director of communications, policy and research, and managing your team’s budget. 

About you

You will

• have a strong background in public affairs, policy development and effective influencing 
• have significant experience of developing and delivering successful influencing campaigns and having used a range of public affairs tactics, including media, to achieve policy change 
• have significant experience of the policy development process and understanding of how to influence national and/or arms-length body policy processes.  
• have excellent writing skills and experience of producing briefings, consultation responses and other communications on behalf of an organisation and senior people 
• have strong experience of giving advice to senior people, getting buy-in for your ideas and influencing opinion internally 
• have strong experience of successfully managing competing views, priorities and interests to achieve your aims.  
• be able to quickly develop positive and effective working relationships with a diverse range of people, including those at senior level
• have experience of successfully managing high profile issues, relationships and events 
• act on your own initiative to develop new work, proposing reasonable and realistic solutions 
• understand the importance of and be committed to involving a diverse range of organisations and people in developing and delivering campaigns. 

You may have experience of

• health and/or social care policy
• communications management
• working in a membership organisation and involving members in advocacy
• people management
• budget management.

For more information about the role please view the job description and person specification.

Our benefits

Working at the RCP comes with lots of benefits designed to ensure that you feel valued and supported in your role. The benefits we offer include:

• 29 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
• group personal pension plan with 7% employer contribution
• interest-free season ticket loan 
• life assurance
• annual pay award 
• flexible working hours
• employee assistance programme – 24/7 advice and support for any work-related issues as well as any problems affecting your home life
• occupational health team – includes employment and work-related health assessments, health checks and work station assessments
• cycle to work scheme 
• corporate eye care scheme
• professional training and development opportunities
• enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• staff discounts platform – including discounts on cinema tickets and a range of high street brands

About the RCP

The Royal College of Physicians is a rewarding and friendly place to work with an incredible history, dating back to our foundation in 1518. We are a professional membership body for physicians – doctors who work in hospitals – with over 40,000 members in the UK and around the world working to improve patient care and reduce illness. Our activities focus on educating, improving and influencing for better health and care.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the job description. Please note that applications received without a cover letter will not be shortlisted.

For more information about the role, please view the job description and person specification. 

Closing date: Thursday 6 June 

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by: Friday 14 June

Interview date: Wednesday 19 June (interviews will be conducted in person at our London office).

The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

The RCP is all about our people – our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.