Our organisation’s vision is a world where people with autism are able to live fulfilling lives, with equal chances to those of their neurotypical peers.

Resources for Autism: Job Description

Job Title: Senior Trusts Fundraiser

Hours: Full Time, with the option of flexible working

Reporting to: Head of Income

Working alongside: Part time Fundraiser

Location: London/West Midlands base, remote working.

Salary: Up to £33,000 (depending on experience)

Resources for Autism: An Introduction

For  25 years, we have provided practical support to people on the spectrum and to those who love and care for them. From 1:1 support, to music/art therapy, from parent and sibling groups to holiday play schemes, we aim to give those whom we support a better and happier life.

As an organisation, we pride ourselves on openness, commitment to our clients, and supporting each other. Many of us enjoy the benefits of flexible working, and our staff turnover is remarkably low – which some attribute to being part of a pretty extraordinary, non-political, warm working culture.

Our Fundraising team has developed strong relationships over recent years with many of our regular trust donors, such as BBC Children in Need, the National Lottery Community Fund and the Joseph Levy Foundation.

With a newly appointed CEO, who is committed to growing the charity’s fundraising capacity and income from the current £500,000 to £1 million in the next few years, we are now looking for someone to join us on the next stage of our important journey.

The  Senior Trusts Fundraiser Role

This is a newly created role, which has been developed in response to our recently developed fundraising strategy. Reporting into the Head of Income, and working closely with the whole office team – particularly the CEO and ‘service providers’ (those who directly support our clients), the post-holder will initially focus on trust and foundation fundraising, and in the future expand their remit into major gifts. S/he will be able to manage the prospecting and relationship management in full, from researching potential grant-makers, submitting applications, delivering evaluations, and keeping in regular contact with our donors.

We’re looking for someone who wants to make a real difference to the lives of people with autism – and who will be proud to see the real impact they’re able to make.

Key qualities we are looking for are a proactive candidate, with the ability to show attention to detail, demonstrate analytical and critical thinking as well as a knack to process information at a fast pace.

Key Responsibilities

• Research potential new funders and tailor project/core funding information
• Submit compelling grant applications, supported by compelling hard and soft data
• With support from the Head of Income, plan and deliver events for prospective and current trust supporters
• Build relationships with funders, through regular communication and face-to-face meetings where possible
• Work closely with colleagues from across the organisation to check that information is kept updated, and to ensure that financials are accurate
• Communicate with Finance about anticipated income
• Work with senior volunteers on donor approaches and ensure these approaches are well-coordinated

Essential Experience

• At least two years’ experience of successfully securing income for charities, ideally from trusts and foundations
• A demonstrable track record of securing grants of min. £20,000, and ideally multi-year grants
• Outstanding writing and communication skills
• Ability to understand financial language and budgets
• Strong research and prospecting skills
• Capacity to build excellent relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally
• Experience of measuring impact and delivering evaluation reports

Application: To apply, please send a maximum two-page covering letter and your CV to our Head of Workforce.

Deadline for applications: 31st January 2021

Interviews will be held online due to the current situation; we will be flexible given potential issues around childcare and illness.

Interviews will take place the week beginning 8th February.

Post holder to begin week beginning 15th March subject to satisfactory references and DBS check.

Resources for Autism works within the government’s Covid-19 guidelines

Resources for Autism is commited to promoting equality, valuing diversity and working inclusively. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and would especially like to see applications from minority communities.

I CAN is the UK’s leading children’s communication charity.  We exist solely to help children and young people with speech, language and communication needs find their voice, and develop the skills they need to thrive and fulfill their potential.

The issue we are tackling is enormous, and so will be your role in helping us achieve our mission that no child should be left out, or left behind, because of a difficulty speaking or understanding.

Following a restructure of the team, as we gear up towards achieving our goal of reaching a quarter of a million children by 2023, I CAN is looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Trusts Fundraiser within our Philanthropy team.

Your work will make a concrete difference to the lives of children affected by speech, language and communication needs in the UK.  As such, we seek professionals who share our ambition and donor-centred approach, are target-driven, and have strong work ethic.  This is your opportunity to be an exceptional fundraiser as part of a dedicated, hardworking team that loves nothing more than supporting one another succeed.

Reporting to the Head of Trusts & Statutory Fundraising and an active member of the team, you will raise income from grant making organisations and build strong relationships with them.

We are keen to hear from you if you match the criteria outlined in the person specification and can fulfill the requirements of the job description.  However, we expect the postholder to unequivocally demonstrate:

• Experience in fundraising
• Aptitude for developing relationships
• Ability to deliver against agreed targets
• Excellent written communication skills, and ability to develop compelling funding applications.

To apply, please send a one-page cover letter and your CV by the closing date. Your cover letter must address the above 4 points to support the shortlisting process.

Interviews will be held via video call on Thursday and Friday, 11th & 12th February 2021.

I CAN works within the government’s Covid-19 guidelines.

I CAN is passionate about promoting equality, valuing diversity and working inclusively. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. 

Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately, we are not always able to respond to every applicant. If you have not received a response within one week after the closing date, you have not been successful on this occasion.

Every childhood is worth fighting for. This is our belief. We all share it. And it drives our Fundraising team to get out there and bring in the funds we need to protect children and prevent abuse. Join us as a Supporter Development Fundraiser ,and get more people involved in change that means everything.

NSPCC Supporter Development Fundraiser

SALARY: £24,000-£27,241 plus London weighting of £3,366

Fixed Term: 6 Months

The NSPCC is looking for a passionate, detail orientated and well-organised individual to join the Individual Giving - Supporter Development Team. Reporting to the Fundraising Manager, the post holder will be responsible for running a variety of campaigns that make up part of the supporter development programme while assisting in the smooth running of the team on a day-to-day basis. This is a fixed term contract of 6 months.

Responsibilities will include managing all aspects of direct marketing campaigns, from briefing and campaign set up and fulfilment, to monitoring and reporting of income and expenditure, campaign reporting and liaising with our agencies and suppliers. Campaigns will be delivered through a range of channels, including direct mail and digital, across a range of fundraising programmes.

Candidates for the position should ideally have experience of:

• Working for a charity
• Managing direct marketing campaigns (ideally in the charity sector)
• Experience with Office software – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Managing a varied workload
• Working in a team
• Working with internal and external teams and agencies

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us and you’ll become part of a team that cares about the work they do and the people they work with. You’ll discover opportunities to grow, along with challenges and a shared purpose that’ll bring the best out in you. And you’ll get to find your own way to make a difference that means more, and that impacts millions of young lives.

Summary

The Stewardship Officer will be responsible to support the Philanthropy and Partnerships team with the development and delivery of a sector leading stewardship programme, encompassing communications and events. The successful candidate will ensure stewardship plans are in place for all key donors and provide excellent communication to supporters (through newsletters, organisational updates, project progress reports, etc.). They will maintain a calendar of stewardship events, and lead on the delivery.

The Stewardship Officer will be integral to the Philanthropy and Partnerships team cultivating strong ongoing relationships with high value supporters, resulting in ongoing financial return for the organisation.

Interview Dates: 12th, 15th and 16th February 2021

We would consider flexibility on where this role could be based

Package

What we can offer you:

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,500 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments)
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

Main Responsibilities

Working with the Research and Operations Lead the Stewardship officer will support the delivery of stewardship across the Philanthropy and Partnerships team by:

• Supporting the development of stewardship products and tracking and monitoring the activities across the team
• Drafting and editing copy and developing content for internal and external audience
• Linking with internal stakeholders to support the delivery of critical stewardship activities
• Developing and maintaining a calendar of events and managing the delivery of stewardship events

Ideal Candidate

The best person for this job will be creative and result driven and will have:

• Excellent communication skills, particularly the ability to write engaging and inspiring communications
• Experience in sourcing material in order to develop, copywrite and edit content
• Excellent organisation skills and an interest in managing high profile events
• A clear understanding of our audience and Major Gift fundraising
• The ability of working effectively with others, co-operating with colleagues and helping the team to achieve its goals demonstrating outstanding time-management and interpersonal skills
• Full IT literacy with excellent analytical skills, and the ability to use a CRM system

Job title: Head of Commemorative Events

Region: London

Directorate: Marketing and Remembrance

Contract: FTC, Maternity Cover (9 months), Full Time – 35 hours per week

Salary: Circa £45,000 per annum plus £4,452 London Weighting

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

• A desire to provide a great customer service and support
• Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others
• Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution
• Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop
• An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others

If so then we would like you hear from you ….

The Role

In this, the Royal British Legion’s Centenary Year, working to the Assistant Director for Commemorative Events, you will be tasked with managing and organising an array of high profile events, some in conjunction with HMG Ministries, involving the wider military veteran community.  The post holder will be required to demonstrate proven leadership capability as well as significant experience of project and budget management.  Some of the events included within the Legion’s 2021 portfolio are the Festival of Remembrance, Cenotaph Parade and Legion’s Centenary Events.

In addition, the post holder will be responsible for leading an internal team and vast network of associates in reshaping Commemorative Events into an offering that attracts a new generation of younger, more diverse supporters.

Best of all, you’ll be working at the heart of a national network supporting our Armed Forces community through thick and thin, ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten.

The role is primarily office based in London, however due to COVID 19 the team are currently working from home.  This role would likely begin remotely and then follow government and organisational guidelines on returning to the office.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply online’

Closing date for this role is Wednesday 27th January 2021 with interviews taking place on 1st February 2021.

The provisional start date is 15th March 2021.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.

Our Fundraising & Communications department is seeking to grow, and with a new strategic cycle beginning in 2021, we are looking for an experienced challenge event fundraiser and effective relationship manager to help us grow our income.

For 40 years, across nearly 50 countries, Action Against Hunger has led the global fight against hunger. We save the lives of children and their families. We are there for them before and after disaster strikes. We enable people to provide for themselves, see their children grow up strong, and build prosperous communities

The successful candidate will manage and grow our established annual Ambassador Challenge. This project sees hospitality industry ambassadors raise funds by taking on a sporting challenge, such as a long-distance trek or cycle, in a country that Action Against Hunger works in, before visiting our programmes there. In addition, this role will support the growth of Action Against Hunger’s work with influencers and high-profile supporters, cultivating new relationships, developing new fundraising products and inspiring action.

This role will suit an experienced challenge event fundraiser, passionate about nurturing supporters through the highest standards of relationship building. You’ll need to be a creative, innovative and adaptable communicator, confident in your ability to build relationships and influence effectively. A personable, practical and highly organised multi-tasker who enjoys supporting individuals to achieve their fundraising goals.

This role will require international travel once a year to manage and participate in our Ambassador Challenge. In addition, the role will involve occasional UK travel to nurture key relationships or attend events, and the post-holder must therefore be able to work at occasional evening/weekend events.

Please read the following carefully before making your application:

• As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
• We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community
• You can only be considered for this role if you meet the essential criteria in the person specification. You should use the "cover letter" section of the online application to demonstrate this.
• Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within one week 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

Fundraiser – PRS Members’ Fund (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Fundraiser to join the PRS Members’ Fund on a 12-month fixed term contract working at our central London office. The role will start working remotely with the opportunity to continue with some remote-working once we return to the office.

About Us

We are here for PRS songwriter and composer members and their dependants, to offer financial support and advice in times of need. So far this year we have  awarded 4,000 grants totalling £2.1m to make a real difference for the many members whose circumstances have changed due to Covid-19. 

About the Role

Following an extraordinary period for our charity and the music industry, the PRS Members’ Fund is seeking a multi-disciplinary fundraising specialist, who can offer legacy marketing and communications experience. Bringing their considerable expertise and flexibility to the small and committed Fund team, this vital role will oversee development and execution of our fundraising goals to support the Fund in its work which is to help songwriter and composer members of PRS for Music and their families.

The Fundraiser will achieve this by:

• Devising a new fundraising strategy to maximise donor support.
• Using a range of marketing techniques and communications to grow and develop our supporter base and to recruit and retain donors.
• Ensuring communications are GDPR compliant and follow Fundraising Regulator and Charity Commission best practice as well as HMRC legislation.
• Developing the charity’s fundraising appeals and other sources of income that raise funds for our charitable activities.
• Coordinating activities that are allied to fundraising including website, media, and marketing of the charity to ensure effective promotion of the “PRS” brand and key communications.
• Planning, delivering, and supporting fundraising events.
• Coordinating and analysing industry research and sector trends to maximise the charity’s reach and to monitor successful outcomes.
• Maintaining and developing the CRM database of donors and supporters and produce accurate statistical data relating to donor and legacy groups.
• Contributing to the Fund’s wider purposes.

The salary range for this role is £27,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated, proactive individual with a positive can-do attitude who can manage a challenging workload whilst exceeding personal and team targets across a broad fundraising programme. You will have experience of managing individual donor relationships and writing successful funding applications to trusts, foundations and businesses and be an expert in giving and gifts in Wills. You will be highly proficient in identifying and creating fundraising content and have knowledge of fundraising regulations and GDPR.

You are an exceptional communicator with proven technical ability across all channels including digital who enjoys developing new and engaging supporter communications.  Utilising your excellent stakeholder engagement skills, you will be able to build positive relationships through a persuasive and diplomatic approach while being at ease with senior stakeholders in a business environment.

Ideally you will have previous fundraising experience within an occupational benevolent fund and have a professional fundraising or marketing qualification.

Why PRS Members Fund?

We are proud of the benefits which we offer to our employees. These include wellbeing activities throughout the year, flexible working, enhanced maternity leave, a generous annual leave entitlement and corporate discounts including gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.

Next Steps

Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you – apply now and send your CV & Covering Letter by Sunday 17th January 2021  

(PRS Members’ Fund is continuing to follow the Government recommendation in light of COVID -19 to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff, members and candidates.

Our focus is to provide our members with the best service and support, and therefore we remain focused on our resourcing strategy and continue to encourage applications for advertised roles. We have now transitioned our staff to work from home and have adopted a remote interviewing, onboarding and training process.)

Become the first Community Fundraiser Lead in Lewisham! 

Local organisations have formed a Lewisham Fundraising Collaboration for a 1-year pilot project. The charities involved have a strong history of collaboration and are keen to explore new partnership opportunities with each other as well as individual bids to strengthen existing work. The hope is that the project will successfully raise funds for Collaboration partners and strengthen smaller local voluntary sector organisations, with the role potentially continuing for future years beyond the initial pilot.

We are looking for an experienced fundraiser with a successful track record and ambition to work in partnership with an exciting new collaboration of local organisations. You will have an excellent understanding of the Lewisham voluntary sector and its challenges and up to date knowledge of funders’ priorities and emerging opportunities. You will have a clear, confident communication style and can proactively build strong relationships with Collaboration partners offering clear funding intelligence to determine prioritising bids. You will be able to manage competing priorities, a varied workload and be able to respond quickly and decisively to new funding opportunities.

BAME candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

About Mencap

We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose. Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist. We want to make you feel inspired to reach your potential.

Our work includes;  

• providing high-quality, flexible services that allow people to live as independently as possible in a place they choose
• providing advice through our help lines and web sites
• campaigning for the changes that people with a learning disability want

About the role: 

Do you have a passion for Events Stewardship and want to make a difference to the lives of people with a learning disability?

If you have just answered yes, then we could have the perfect role for you.

Mencap are looking for a hard-working and passionate Events Officer who will play a pivotal part in supporting our fantastic fundraisers to meet their fundraising targets on events such as the Virgin Money London Marathon, Great North Run and Royal Parks Half Marathon. In this varied role, no two days will be the same, you will be involved in marketing events, recruiting and stewarding events participants and will create touchpoints to engage supporters and advise them on how to get the most out of their fundraising.

This role is a full time (37.5 hrs per week) fixed term contract for 12 months. The role will be based at our Centre of Engagement in Central London, but will be home working until we can return to the offices safely.

At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap!

About you: 

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, creative and highly organised to work across challenge events stewarding our fundraising participants. You will be used to managing your own workload and be able to prioritise your time effectively. You will be experienced in stewarding supporters to reach and exceed their fundraising targets and able to personalise their journey with Mencap. You will also have experience of managing, inspiring and engaging staff or volunteers and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

We are looking for a passionate, well organised individual who loves to make a difference to the lives of the people we support. You will be highly motivated with an emphasis on taking responsibility to get the job done, no matter what.

Key Skills and Experiences:

• Events Fundraising experience
• Project management experience is highly desirable
• Experience of using a fundraising CRM database
• Dealing with various types of incoming correspondence
• Good overall knowledge of MS Office Suite

(Please see the ‘role profile’ for a more extensive list of responsibilities, experiences and key skills required for this role and the full Job Description and Personal Specification)

Does this sound like the role you have been waiting for…?

Please apply with an up to date CV and complete the covering letter, informing us why you are suitable for this role and why you want to work for Mencap.

The role will close on Friday 22nd Jan 2021 and interview will commence on 2nd & 3rd Feb 2021 via Microsoft Teams.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us. To find out more about the scheme please visit the direct gov website. 

Benefits

As well as knowing that what we do is making a positive difference to people’s lives, you will receive fair pay and have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits as one of our employees.

• 32 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 35 days with long service plus the ability to buy up to another 10 days via our HolidayPlus scheme
• Service related sick pay when 6 month probation is completed
• Eligibility to join Mencap Pension Plan where Mencap matches contributions up to 5% on a salary sacrifice basis meaning NI savings. If you don’t join the Plan you start, you will be auto-enrolled after three months with us.
• Membership of Mencap Pension Plan to include up to 3 times salary death in service live cover AND Income Protection of 50% salary to be triggered at 26 weeks of long term sickness
• Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers and phones when you have been with us for 6 months
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from 3% to 30% at high street shops including major super markets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Mencap Extras
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Quarterly award scheme and recognition at every 5 years through our YouRock program
• Access to award winning training and development

*T&C's apply based on contract

Position: Special Events Manager
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: MS National Centre, London (part time office-based, part-time home-based) – currently home-based
Salary: £38,506 - £43,897 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band F, Level 2
Department: Special Events

At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.

About this job

Are you an experienced, confident and articulate events manager looking for a fantastic opportunity develop a successful Special Events programme?

The MS Society is delivering some of the most exciting Special Events in the UK and we are seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual to join us as Special Events Manager.

Our programme of events has grown rapidly over the past few years and is focused on delivering high quality and high profile fundraising and cultivation events, for a philanthropic and corporate audience. The programme includes both small and large scale events, with a previous event raising £1 million net. We have worked at venues such as the Southbank Centre and St Paul’s Cathedral.

We work with Event Committees, celebrity supporters and a highly committed Appeal Board to deliver events, which brings together high-profile, engaged and well-connected individuals passionate about the cause and our ambitious plans for the future.

We offer 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.

The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our new 5 year strategy.

Part of this exciting transformation will include an office move from our current National Centre in Cricklewood, NW London to a different location in London. We are currently defining where and what type of accommodation this will be and we really want our staff to be involved in that decision.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 25th January 2021

PLEASE PRESS THE HOW TO APPLY BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity. 

We would be grateful if you could complete the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.

No agencies please.

We are thrilled to be working with a children’s health charity recruiting a Community Fundraiser.

As a key member of the Fundraising Team, the Community Fundraiser will develop and implement the community fundraising strategy, ensuring growth in the level of income raised from community fundraising activity. You will be responsible for developing relationships and providing high standard of stewardship to local community groups, schools, and businesses, as well as work closely with the Head of Community and Events to develop new engaging fundraising products.

You will need to be able to demonstrate:

• Experience of working within community fundraising, increasing fundraising income and developing digital fundraising products


• A proactive approach to building new positive relationships


• Excellent communication and stewardship skills

Closing date: Asap

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call me on 020 30 062787 or apply  online.

If enough applications are received the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we are experts in charity recruitment and excel at matching fundraisers to charity jobs. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically and supporting people to find their perfect fundraising jobs.

Woman’s Trust is a registered charity based in Central London providing counselling and support services to women affected by domestic abuse.

We are facing one of the most challenging times in our organisation’s history, seeing a rising demand for our services against the backdrop of uncertain funding. We seek talented fundraisers to help us sustain and grow our income and help us succeed in our mission. If you think this is you, we want to hear from you.

We can offer you full-time (35 per week) or part-time (min. 21 per week) hours. As our Fundraiser, you will be based in the Edgeware Road / Paddington area, however remote working is required initially, with an option to continue some remote working longer term.

To find out more about this Fundraising opportunity, please download the job description.

To apply, please send us your CV and cover letter via the apply button.

Please apply as soon as possible as interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

This post is open to women only. The Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1 applies.

Head of Special Events (10 Month FTC)
£50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits
Full time
WC1N, London

Our client is looking for a senior fundraiser with a strong sense of supporter focus to head their Special Events team for a period of 10 months as a maternity cover. You will be leading the team in charge of a comprehensive and diverse programme of live and virtual events to raise funds, raise awareness and support the work of the hospital. The team works with a high level Event Committees and produces many of the charity flagship events, including their Gala and the Christmas Carol Concert, and are supported by a number of committees and volunteers.

Furthermore, it’s been a challenging year with staff currently working remotely and with the impact of the pandemic on their fundraising activities, therefore the team needs a strong leader to inspire and guide the Special Events during a time of organisational change.

You will be working with the Director of Fundraising to launch and embed a new Fundraising Strategy across the Special Events team and the wider fundraising directorate and to initiate, develop and implement an exciting programme of events adapting plans throughout the year to respond to changes in the external environment.

About the Team

The Special Events team sits within the Fundraising Directorate and works closely to embed its newly created strategy. This role has two direct reports and will be responsible for a team of 8 - comprising of Senior Events Managers, Events Managers, Events Executives and Events Administrators. You will be responsible for managing the Special Events Budget, including forecasting and planning within an income of up to £4m across the Charity.

About you

You are an excellent communicator, with proven experience of leading a team, with strong attention to detail and a positive attitude with the ability to take the initiative.

• You will have a track record of managing and delivering high level events raising over £1m.
• Excellent relationship management skills and evidence of working with external fundraising committees to deliver events.
• A good understanding of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion principles.

The ideal candidate will also have:

• Proven experience of collaborative working as part of a fundraising senior leadership team.
• Experience of managing and delivering virtual events.

Awarded with a ‘Best Companies 2-star accreditation' and placed number 17 on 2019 Sunday Times Best 100 Not-for-Profit Companies list - they offer a range of attractive benefits including a flexible approach to working, 30 days holiday, life assurance and enhanced employer pension contributions.

The Charity is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and they welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.

About the Charity

Every day brings new challenges for our client. Every day, over 600 seriously ill children from across the UK arrive for life-changing treatments. Every day, young lives hang in the balance as patients, families and staff battle the most complex illnesses. And every day, the brightest minds come together to achieve pioneering medical breakthroughs that change the lives of thousands of children – and change the world. This extraordinary hospital has always depended on charitable support to give seriously ill children the best chance to fulfil their potential. Without donations, they can’t help fund ground-breaking research, advanced equipment, child and family support services, and the rebuilding and refurbishment of wards and medical facilities. Their staff help to raise these vital funds for the hospital. A better future for seriously ill children starts with you.

How to apply

Please click on the apply button where you will be taken to a short application form to complete.

Closing date: 5pm on Thursday 21st January 2021

Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and they reserve the right to close the role prior to the closing date, should a suitable applicant be found. Therefore, you are encouraged to apply right away, to avoid disappointment.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are unfortunately only able to inform shortlisted candidates of the outcome of their application. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If your application is not successful, we hope that you will not be discouraged and will still apply for other suitable vacancies in the future.

You may have experience of the following: Head of Special Events, Head of Fundraising, Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Director, Fundraising, Charity, Not for Profit, Third Sector, Business Development, Events Management, Events Coordinator, etc.

Ref: 96090

Looking for 3 x Community Builders 6 – 12 months contract in various locations across Thurrock.

Building relationships and connections with and between local people and local social associations (including community groups, faith networks, art groups, environmental groups etc.), Thurrock Council and others.

The positions are all home based, but a high visible presence within communities will be required, including possible evening and weekend work which will fit into the flexible roles.