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Location – Edinburgh Zoo (remote working available/attend monthly meetings)
The Role
Join a successful team to take the lead on income generation from grants to support RZSS’ vision and mission at an exciting time of growth and expansion. This will include producing compelling applications and reports as well as excellent management of relationships with a wide range of funders.
Some of the things you'll do
- Generate income for RZSS Edinburgh Zoo and RZSS Highland Wildlife Park as well as national and international conservation and education programmes.
- Manage our accounts with major funders including National Lottery, NatureScot and Highlands and Islands Enterprise, which collectively have given more than £5m to date.
- Take the lead on account management and stewardship for the Postcode Lottery Fund, currently giving £600k per annum.
- Maintain excellent relationships with funders and partners, meeting all application and reporting deadlines and ensuring that funders are engaged and informed on developments within RZSS.
- Periodically supervise other staff, interns and volunteers.
- Deputise for the Development Manager when required.
What we're looking for
- You’ll be educated to degree-level or hold equivalent experience
- CIOF Certificate of Fundraising or equivalent experience/qualification
- Detailed knowledge of grant funding and stewardship principles
- Knowledge of donor cultivation and stewardship principles
- Demonstrate a good understanding of the external fundraising environment in Scotland
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships, e.g. working with senior level managers to deliver cultivation activity and managing prospect lists
- Practical application of using CRM databases e.g. ThankQ or another relevant database management system
- Membership of relevant professional body e.g. CIOF
- Understanding of GDPR guidelines
To apply, please click RZSS Job Opportunities
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising Executive
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Office-based contract with flexibility to work remotely at least 4 days a week
Salary: £25,061 - £27,898 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band C Level 3
Department: Community and 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
As part of our ambitious 2022 plans, we have the opportunity to expand our Community and Events team, and we’re now looking for a new Fundraising Executive to join our friendly, creative and hard-working team.
We work closely together to achieve an annual income of over £3.2 million.
We’re always ready to go the extra mile to support and inspire the thousands of people out there doing something amazing for people affected by MS.
Our aim is to make it as easy as possible for people to achieve their goals, providing the tools, advice and support they need to reach their potential – and building lasting relationships that mean they continue to fundraise for us in future.
It’s our job to make sure that our supporters have a fantastic experience of fundraising for us.
You’ll provide administrative and project support to the wider team, as well as coordinating a range of fundraising activities to achieve income targets. In particular, you’ll support individuals who are taking part in their own events or organising their own DIY fundraising. And there’ll be plenty of opportunities to attend events and see our work in action!
You’ll be organised, with great customer care and communication skills, and willing to go the extra mile. You'll work closely with supporters, volunteers, local groups and the wider fundraising team.
You’ll be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the basics of community and events fundraising experience and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
If you’re enthusiastic and motivated by helping others achieve something amazing in support of a cause that means the world to them, we’d love to hear from you.
We offer 35 days annual leave (pro rata for part time employees) 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 Every MS Story strategy.
Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 25 January 2022
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and/or from ethnic minority backgrounds, where we’re looking to build stronger and better representation among our staff.
We’re a Disability Confident Employer. We’re committed to promoting equality and diversity. We’d be grateful if you could complete the equality and diversity monitoring form on our website and submit it with your application.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK. If we do offer you employment, you’ll be required to provide documentation to show that you’re eligible to be employed in the UK before starting employment.
The full list of UK visas and permits that grant you the right to work in the UK can be found on the UK government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and will not be in a position to support you with any visa applications you may make.
No agencies please.
We are looking for a self-motivated, experienced, and talented fundraiser to help secure and sustain significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory sources.
Fresh Start raises funds from a variety of sources including grants from statutory funders and trusts and foundations. The post holder will have an excellent knowledge of these funding sources and demonstrable experience in developing high quality applications, bids, reports, budgets and supporting documents for a diverse range of audiences including existing and new grant funders.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
Myeloma UK is the only organisation in the UK dealing exclusively with the blood cancer myeloma and related conditions. We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every patient has an empowered present and a hopeful future.
Our goal is to find a cure. We are dedicated to ensuring that patients get access to the right treatment at the right time, and to improving standards of treatment and care through research, education and awareness raising. We also provide a range of information and support services to patients, family, and friends to help deal with a diagnosis of myeloma.
About the role
Our Fundraising team relies on voluntary donations and fundraising activities. This is an exciting new post. The role of Senior Philanthropy Officer will be pivotal to developing relationships with high-level donors and growing this income stream in the Philanthropy Team. The successful candidate will be working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Chair and Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to coordinate a significant pipeline as well as being responsible for their own portfolio of relationships, securing several five-figure plus gifts. This role has a flexible location, ideally based in Edinburgh or London, currently working from home.
About you
You will be a strong relationship builder and excellent communicator, with a high level attention to detail. You will also have experience of project management. Working closely with the Philanthropy Officer you will provide support during events, and you will keep in touch with regular supporters to drive retention. You will be independent in managing a personal portfolio, and passionate about working for Myeloma UK.
Closing date for applications is 24 January 2022
Interviews will be held w/c 31 January 2022
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
Myeloma UK is the only organisation in the UK dealing exclusively with the blood cancer myeloma and related conditions. We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every patient has an empowered present and a hopeful future.
Our ultimate goal is to find a cure. We are dedicated to ensuring that patients get access to the right treatment at the right time, and to improving standards of treatment and care through research, education and awareness raising. We also provide a range of information and support services to patients, family, and friends to help deal with a diagnosis of myeloma.
About the role
This is an exciting newly created role, and it will be focusing on leading the development of a mid-level donor programme for Myeloma UK, with donations from £1,000 to £10,000. The successful candidate will be working closely across the team to grow income from this group through effective identification and stewardship, as well as moving people up the pipeline to high-level donors. The role will ensure our donors are informed, inspired, and appreciated, with the objective to drive repeat donations. This role has a flexible location, ideally based in Edinburgh or London, currently working from home.
About you
The successful candidate will have experience of developing and delivering fundraising events. You will have knowledge of project management and good understanding of data research. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential for this role, along with the ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Closing date for applications is 24 January 2022
Interviews will be held on w/c 31 January 2022
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: Senior Trusts and Philanthropy Officer, Scotland
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Office-based in Edinburgh, Scotland EH12 with the flexibility to work remotely (with occasional requirement to travel to the Edinburgh office)
Salary: £33,605 - £38,217 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band E2
Department: Trusts and Philanthropy team
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 a confident and proactive fundraiser with experience raising funds from both Trusts and Philanthropists in Scotland? Are you looking for a fantastic opportunity to use and build upon your fundraising skills whilst being part of a supportive and passionate team and community?
As the post-holder, you will focus on delivering excellent stewardship to our existing donors in Scotland, whilst also expanding our reach to engage new Trusts and Philanthropists in the region. Working with the Trusts and Philanthropy fundraising teams based in London, colleagues in Scotland, and autonomously you will be expected to secure donations from low, mid and high value donors. These funds will not only facilitate support and information services for people living with MS in Scotland, but will also advance our pioneering research programme.
We’re keen to appoint someone with excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as exceptional relationship-management skills. We’re looking for a self-motivated individual with a proven track record of securing substantial donations who is keen to develop within a dynamic fundraising team.
We offer 35 days annual leave (pro rata for part time employees) 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 Every MS Story strategy.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 31 January 2022
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
We’re a Disability Confident Employer. We’re committed to promoting equality and diversity. We’d be grateful if you could complete the equality and diversity monitoring form attached and submit it with your application.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and/or from ethnic minority backgrounds, where we’re looking to build stronger and better representation among our staff.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK. If we do offer you employment, you’ll be required to provide documentation to show that you’re eligible to be employed in the UK before starting employment.
The full list of UK visas and permits that grant you the right to work in the UK can be found on the UK government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and will not be in a position to support you with any visa applications you may make.
No agencies please.
System Tester & Documenter (Scotland)
£22,389 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)
(Ref: SUS3451)
Up to 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working and compressed hours
Base: Edinburgh with the flexibility to work from home on occasion
About the role
As the new System Tester and Documenter, you will be the lead in user acceptance testing (UAT) new functionality on the Sustrans Portal system, and in creating automated testing scripts.
You will provide feedback to the developers, and update user documentation to reflect any changes made to the system. You will use software such as TestCafe Studio, Camtasia, Visio and Office 365, and will use JavaScript as part of the automated test script creation.
You will filter user support requests and either allocate technical request to the relevant programmer, or respond directly on assistance requests via phone and email by providing instructions on how to complete tasks on the Portal.
This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Sustrans. Candidates should be based within Scotland with regular travel expected to the Edinburgh Office.
About you
You should be competent using Javascript or similar programming languages and in addition have working knowledge of at least 1 the following softwares: TestCafe Studio, Camtasia, Visio and Office 365.
You will have created easily understandable user documentation, ideally including video aids.
You will be able to communicate clearly and effectively, enabling those with less IT knowledge to use all documentation with ease.
We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
What we offer
In return we can offer ongoing working from home (or a nearby Sustrans office when it’s safe to do so) and a truly flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment.
Wellbeing
- 26 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
- Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
- Staff volunteer days
- 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
- We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes
Financial
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 4% or 5% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans
- Discount benefits
Family Friendly
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
Additional information
- Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 2nd February.
- Interviews will take place via MS Teams during the week of 14th February
To apply, please complete our online application form.
About Sustrans
Sustrans is the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle. We connect people and places, create liveable neighbourhoods, transform the school run and deliver a happier, healthier commute.
Our vision and mission have never been more relevant. Across the UK, governments are pledging investment and action on walking and cycling.
We are working together to make a real difference - creating places where everyone can live and travel happily and healthily, and where nobody is excluded.
Our work wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and dedication of our colleagues.
We are proud of our employee net promoter score, being in the top 20% of all employers across all sectors in the UK, due to our energised, friendly and motivated workforce.
Join Sustrans today and help us get things done, together!
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