Are you passionate about dogs and cats? Our people and animals make Battersea a great place to work. Your expertise will help increase our impact for dogs and cats everywhere.
We are looking for a Head of Philanthropy, Partnerships & Commercial to create and lead a vibrant, customer-centric and unified high performing function: driving growth of the Philanthropy & Trusts, Special Events, Corporate Partnerships, and Licensing teams’ programmes; and identifying new income streams to grow overall income in line with Battersea’s five year strategy.
About us
Battersea is here for every dog and cat and has been since 1860. We are a leading animal welfare charity and over the last 160 years we’ve grown from one home in London to three rescuing and rehoming centres across the South East. With c500 staff and 1000 volunteers, we have cared for over three million vulnerable animals We also campaign tirelessly to make things better for dogs and cats; sharing our expertise and educating the public and policymakers about responsible pet ownership. Join us and make a difference for every dog and cat.
Our Fundraising Team
Battersea’s multiple award-winning Fundraising department raises around 60% of the Charity’s total income. Working with colleagues across the organisation, we provide members of the public and organisations with opportunities to engage with Battersea and to support our work. Through continued investment, net fundraising income has risen from just £100,000 in 2010 to £10m in 2019, and we will continue to grow our income to make sure Battersea can be here for every cat and dog now and in the future.
Philanthropy, Partnerships and Commercial Team
Philanthropy, Partnerships and Commercial works to engage philanthropists and partners to support Battersea’s current and future work; helping them to understand the dramatic difference their donations can make to the work of our charity.
- Philanthropy and Trusts Team
Within Philanthropy, Partnerships and Commercial, sits the Philanthropy and Trusts team. We build and nurture special relationships with incredible individuals and charitable trusts who have the potential to give five-, six-, and seven-figure gifts to support the care of our animals.
- Corporate Partnerships Team
Within Philanthropy, Partnerships and Commercial, sits the Corporate Partnerships team.
We explore and cultivate new and existing partnerships with companies to drive income that supports the care of our animals through sponsorship, cause related marketing and aligning strategic objectives.
- Special Events Team
Within Philanthropy, Partnerships and Commercial, sits the Special Events team. We deliver a programme of special events to raise income and attract individuals and companies to support the care of our animals while enjoying fun and entertainment.
- Strategic Case for Support Team
Within Philanthropy and Partnerships, sits the Strategic Case for Support team, working across fundraising and the organisation to build robust cases for support and compelling propositions to engage our donors and drive high value fundraising.
- Product Licensing Team
Within the Philanthropy, Partnerships and Commercial Team sits the Product and Licensing team, that works with manufacturers and retailers to licence Battersea’s assets for use in a wide range of products.
What we can offer you
Our dedicated people mean that we can be here for every dog and cat. Whether you are sharing an office with our dogs or directly caring for our cats, our animals show their appreciation every day. There is no better reward than seeing the difference you make to the lives of our dogs and cats first-hand; although we also provide a wide range of employee benefits, including:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental (£120), optical (£120), physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture (£300) every year
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Life insurance
So, if you are passionate about dogs, cats and about our work, then we’d like to hear from you.
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers and Trustees. We aim to ensure that this commitment, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates, who are currently under-represented at Battersea.
For full details, including our job applicant privacy notice, please download our recruitment pack. You can apply by visiting our website. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised.
Location: Flexible within England & Wales
Department: Business Development
Interview date: Week commencing 15th February
Citizens Advice offers confidential advice online, over the phone, and in person, for free. Through our national network of charities, we give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem.
We are seeking a fundraiser with expertise and experience in securing income from Trusts & Foundations. This is a new role, so it presents a fantastic opportunity for you to develop and deliver Citizens Advice's strategy in this area. You will have the opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing team dedicated to supporting the long-term sustainability of the Citizens Advice service. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with our network of local Citizens Advice, as well as with multidisciplinary teams across the organisation.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non binary candidates.
We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.
The Association of Directors of Adults Social Services is the membership charity for current and former directors of adult care or social services. You can learn more about who we are and what we do on our website.
We need someone to support our work by developing sustainable revenue using our existing ways of working with sympathic commercial partners and by innovating.
You will bring your expertise in commercialising charity assets, credibility, great networking skills, and the vision to find and develop new revenue generating opportunities.
We are happy to consider proposals across a range of ways of working together, and to use an agreed bespoke reward structure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Reprieve has ambitious and exciting plans towards realising our vision for the world, and the Development and Outreach Team is responsible for ensuring we have the funds needed to achieve our goals. The Grants Fundraising Officer will be directly responsible for developing a pipeline of prospective funders and generating new income from trusts, foundations and statutory bodies (with a focus on the US and in Europe), whilst managing and maximising a portfolio of grant relationships and building the profile of Reprieve and our partners through applications to relevant awards.
We are looking for an experienced fundraiser with a strong track-record of successful applications to charitable trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies, and someone with the professionalism, energy, creativity and drive to seek out and make the most of funding opportunities. You do not necessarily require experience in raising funds for human rights causes, but you do need to be able to rapidly get to grips with Reprieve’s key areas of work and the impact we seek to achieve, and be able to articulate this to donors in a way that is accessible, accurate and compelling.
The Development and Outreach Team is a small and close-knit team, so you will need to be both self-sufficient and a team player. You will regularly collaborate with people across Reprieve, from caseworkers, to the finance team and operations, as well as local partners and fellows. You will be an excellent communicator with a passion for Reprieve, and the willingness to muck in on all tasks big or small in order to ensure that Reprieve is in the best position possible to keep delivering justice and saving lives.
For full details and information on how to apply please see the job description and person specification.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Philanthropy Officer will move donors through personalised stewardship journeys, including leading on the management of any events (including virtual events in the current environment).
As a member of the Income Generation Team, the Philanthropy Officer will contribute towards the delivery of the business's strategic, operational, and departmental plans.
As part of your key responsibilities you will be:
* Raise funds from across a range of high-level donors and manage our patronage programme
* Re-design and management of our dedicated Patronage Programme for relevant donors
* Manage a programme of targeted events for our high-level donors and patrons
* Development of materials and communications for patrons and other high-level donors
To be considered for this role you will need to have experience of at least one year's account and/or donor management experience. You will also have at least one year's event management experience. On top of this you will have proven experience of managing donor cultivation and stewardship. It is a brilliant opportunity for a relationship fundraiser to get into their next phase of their career.
This role is home-based permanently. Closes in the morning of Tuesday 19th of January.
If you are interested to learn more or read a full job description please contact Hannah at [email protected] or call her on 02078207331.
Only suitable candidates will be contacted.
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IChemE has an exciting vacancy for a Technical Knowledge and Policy Officer.
Reporting to the Learned Society and Policy Manager, you will work closely with the Learned Society team and liaise with scientists and engineers, academics and industrialists, government and other institutions on a broad range of topics related to chemical and process engineering.
You will work directly with our network of expert members to develop tools to disseminate knowledge and good practice both to members and non-members.
You will have a degree in chemical engineering or a relevant science or engineering discipline with interest and/or some experience in the chemical process industries and policy. You will be comfortable working with volunteers to develop output and have a desire to really make a difference.
Key responsibilities of the Technical Knowledge and Policy Officer role include:
- Support the Learned Society Committee and the development and delivery of projects carried out by the learned society. This includes the development of relevant resources for other members and external customers that are aligned with IChemE’s strategy and priority topics.
- Support the newly formed Research and Innovation Community of Practice
- Work with the learned society team and members to develop clear and compelling evidence-based policy positions, help respond to inquiries, consultations and requests for evidence
- Build relationships, including with members from across IChemE’s international membership and with external partners and stakeholders
- Provide technical guidance for external enquiries and to support internal enquiries from colleagues
- Act as a key contact and team champion in internal communications and business architecture developments.
Due to IChemE’s international nature, this position requires a willingness to work flexibly and to engage in business discussions outside of normal working hours. The position can be based at either our Rugby or London office and will require some travel between the two locations. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic our employees have all transitioned to remote working. Therefore, initially the role will be a home working role with occasional requirements to attend our offices. This will be reviewed again in-line with government and local advice.
Only applicants eligible to work in the UK will be considered.
This is a full-time role based on 37.5 hours per week, working Monday through to Friday.
Starting salary will be circa £25,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits which includes an excellent pension scheme. London weighting will be applied should the successful candidate be based in London.
To apply; please provide a CV and a cover letter highlighting your experience against the areas listed above and why you think you are the ideal candidate for the role. To request a copy of the full job description or to formally apply for the position, please email our HR team.
Please note that applications sent without a cover letter will not be reviewed.
The closing date for all applications is close of business Monday 1 February 2021 however IChemE reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before the closing date should we wish.
Interviews are likely to take place week commencing 8 and 15 February 2021.
For more details about this and other vacancies at IChemE please visit our website.
IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) is the leading professional qualifying body for chemical, biochemical and process engineers.
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The Bertha Justice Fellowship Programme trains the next generation of social justice and movement lawyers by funding two-year Fellowships at the best public interest law centers around the world, where emerging lawyers receive practical training from renowned professionals.
The Bertha Justice Fellow will apply their legal qualifications and their strategic thinking to Reprieve’s Legal and Policy work as a member of the Policy Team. The Policy Team seeks to support the Casework teams in engaging with legislative processes in the UK and the US and in our other geographic focus regions (Middle East and North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, South East Asia) as needed, and in helping research, develop, and advocate for changes in government policies that impact our cases.
This work is a key element of Reprieve’s three areas of focus: the death penalty, extrajudicial executions, and secret prisons. The Policy Team works closely with Reprieve’s UK Litigation Team to provide strategic advocacy and other support to our ongoing legal work. This includes providing assistance on a number of ongoing public law challenges in pursuit of Reprieve’s policy goals.
This role will involve all areas of Reprieve’s policy work. It is highly desirable for candidates to have some knowledge and experience of the countries of the MENA region, as well as proficiency in Arabic.
For more information on the role, including how to apply, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/2WCekCy.
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This is a really exciting time to join Girlguiding. With nearly half a million members we are the largest charity dedicated to girls and young women in the UK, and one of the largest and leading youth charities. We are on a mission to amplify the voices of girls and young women, so they can champion change in their own lives and the wider world; to build strong partnerships that can increase our reach and impact; and to increase the support we offer our 100,000 amazing adult volunteers who deliver incredible experiences to young people across the UK every week. We have recently agreed our 2020+ strategy and begun a process of significant change: transforming the organisation so it can meet the challenges of the future by putting young people and volunteers at the heart of our organisation.
This role will specifically take the lead in securing new business to help us to deliver our corporate fundraising strategy, by growing Girlguiding’s portfolio of exciting corporate partnerships with well-known brands and companies. The successful candidate will need to proactively identify prospects and develop new proposals to secure income that will empower and support girls and young women across the country. We are looking for an individual who has a real hunger for, and avid interest in developing new business pitches and ideas. The individual will need to be dynamic, tenacious and creative with excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills, and of course, wanting to join a friendly, ambitious and fun team! This is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to bring their skills, experience and passion for corporate fundraising to make a significant difference to the lives of girls and young women.
Girlguiding values the differences that a diverse workforce brings and is committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Girlguiding is proud to be part of the Stonewall Diversity Champions programme, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a member of Time to Change. While Girlguiding’s young members may be women only, our staff team is mixed gender. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We are committed to supporting our staff to achieve a good work-life balance and offer flexible working options wherever we reasonably can. Girlguiding is a COVID secure employer, providing support for all employees during the current pandemic. All staff are required to carry out our online health and safety training and complete a DSE risk assessment to ensure we can provide the support you require.
We ask that you submit your CV, declaration form and supporting information as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close vacancies at any time, when we have received sufficient applications.
Interviews will be held remotely during the pandemic.
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Marketing Communications Officer
We are looking for a creative and hands-on experience individual to create and manage external marketing communications for the charity.
Position: Marketing Communications Officer
Location: Flexible as homeworking supported
Salary: £25-29k dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time
Duration: 12 months Fixed Term Contract (becoming permanent if funding allows)
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and 5% Employer pension contribution
Closing Date: 9th February 2021
Final Interview Date: 15th and 16th February 2021
About the Role
Working closely with colleagues from across the organisation, the Marketing Communications Officer will support the external communications of the charity, helping to raise the profile, participation and prestige of the charity and impacting on the lives of children and young people.
There is a great deal of untapped potential here for a proactive and enthusiastic individual to unlock and the need has never been stronger. The charity has a high-profile patron, highly active trustees, dedicated staff and a strong leader in the CEO who is passionate about education and the development of young people. This role brings together external relations and income generation, and is a super opportunity for someone to build on a strong existing portfolio with an excellent team.
In particular, the Marketing Communications Officer will be responsible for the operational delivery of external communications that include:
- Content creation and communications planning
- Social media management
- Sales/marketing support for Boxall Online Profile
- Newsletter campaigns
- PR and Public Affairs support
- Internal comms and support
About You
The Marketing Communications Officer will be an agile and enthusiastic individual, capable of absorbing key information quickly, as well as the ability to handle a diverse workload in order to meet the fast pace of the organisation. You will be a self-starter with strong communication skills and work well with a small team in a dynamic working environment.
You will have experience of:
- Marketing and communications
- Excellent digital skills, including experience of content management
- Using search engine optimisation, experience of email marketing systems and social media tools
- Effectively writing and editing copy for different audiences
- Supporting PR and Public Relations
- Creating different formats of digital content
You will also have an appreciation and understanding of the impact of mental health, emotional and wellbeing upon children and young people learning.
Applicants are asked to provide a current CV and 2-page covering letter outlining evidence against the essential criteria in the job description, clearly identifying the skills and experiences applicable to the role.
A satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be a requirement once a conditional offer of employment is made to successful candidates.
In Return…
Work for an organisation with excellent work life balance policies, where flexible working is promoted and the culture of the organisation is to nurture staff through effective leadership and excellent team working.
About the Organisation
With increasing numbers of children and young people affected by social, emotional and behavioural difficulties inhibiting their progress and limiting their life chances. The charity has developed a range of interventions and support to give vulnerable children and young people the opportunity to be the best they can be. Whether it is delivering certified training, supporting whole-school or authority-wide nurturing schools approach or promoting evidence-based research, the charity is providing quality support and resources to make nurturing provision a reality for pupils across the UK and beyond.
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Bede is an established local charity providing four specialist services. We support adults with a learning disability; women and men who experience domestic abuse; youth clubs and school holiday programmes and opportunities for community volunteering. Our team of around 40 staff work with an annual income of £1.2m.
We invite you to lead us through an exciting period of development as we move to a new purpose-built Centre in 2023. You'll join us at a key moment in our long and distinguished history, and take us into a dynamic future. Our current Director, Nick Dunne, who retires in 2021, will introduce you to this exceptional opportunity to make a real difference to our neighbours' lives.
This is a unique chance for an experienced senior manager from the not-for-profit sector to head our small, high-impact organisation. You will work with people in complex circumstances, and support specialist managers in grasping opportunities and assessing risks. In addition, you'll bring a thorough working knowledge of HR, charity finance, fundraising and governance to your role. You'll draw on all your creativity and energy to achieve maximum success and sustainability. We look forward to hearing from you - and offering a warm welcome from our lively and appreciative community.
For an informal discussion about the role and to apply, please see application pack.
Closing date for applications 5pm Monday February 1, 2021.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit Bede w/c February 15
Interviews will be held on Thursday February 25.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Great opportunity to take the lead on innovative fundraising campaigns and exciting new fundraising product development across this charity and support and develop defined supporter journeys that enhance and grow relationships.
The Company International Faith based charity who help to transform communities worldwide.
The Role
Co-ordinate all Appeals to achieve annual targets and KPIs.
Managing an expenditure budget of 100k to deliver agreed income targets.
Line manage the Donor Care Officer and the development of donor relationships.
Supplier and agency management; maintain efficient and good relationships with partner agencies to ensure maximum value
Undertake Prospect research for potential corporate partnerships that would link into appeals, campaigns and Events
Develop and deliver creative pitches to secure corporate support against KPIs and targets
The Candidate
Experience of project managing fundraising or marketing campaigns through a wide range of media, within a charity, agency or commercial environment.
Thorough understanding of how fundraising techniques can be used to recruit and retain supporters (individual/corporate) in order to maximize their lifetime value.
A track record of effective income generation from individuals and Corporates
Excellent creative writing skills with a proven ability to write promotional materials, including fundraising copy and correspondence to organizations and individuals at all levels.
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.
Director of Membership, Professional Development and Corporate Partnerships
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: £70,000 (FTE) per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday, occasional additional hours as required, reclaimed as time off in lieu of payment
Direct reports: Head of Volunteering, Membership and Events
Head of Professional Development
Location: Currently working from home. Usually, Central London, with travel as necessary.
Benefits: 25 days holiday per annum
Flexible working
Pension
We are looking for an exceptional, confident, senior leader used to delivering complex and varied customer-focused services and generating the income, corporate relationships and goodwill of stakeholders, customers and colleagues for this key role supporting our exceptional profession. This sophisticated role leads high performance teams to support our membership, volunteers and corporate partnerships and deliver high quality professional development programmes, events and our flagship annual Fundraising Convention.
Our values underpin all areas of our work and guide us in all we do:
- Passionate: taking pride in what we do and driven by success.
- Professional: championing and achieving high standards and governed by professional integrity.
- Enabling: helping others and empowered to take ownership, find solutions, make decisions and collaborate.
- Enterprising: open to new solutions and committed to delivering where we already excel.
- Respectful: honest and fair, treating everyone with consideration and respect.
About the Chartered Institute of Fundraising
The Chartered Institute is the national membership organisation for professional fundraisers in the UK. We support and provide services for 5,700 individual members, 600 organisational members and over 100 corporate members. The Chartered Institute facilitates 36 volunteer-led national, regional and special interest groups and provides training, qualifications, conferences, events, policy and guidance. Volunteers created the organisation and remain at the heart of our work.
Our vision is Excellent Fundraising for a Better World. We believe that an equal, diverse and inclusive fundraising community is integral to delivering excellent fundraising.
Further information on our new website:
About you
We welcome applications from people from the learning and development community, from across the charity sector and from the public or private sector with appropriate transferrable skills and experience. You will have proven:
- Senior organisation/directorate level experience of managing complex, high performance teams in at least one relevant service area: customer services, events, professional development, volunteer leadership and corporate partnerships
- Income generation in excess of £1m per annum
- Experience of building and managing constructive and effective relationships and partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders
- Enterprising and creative skills and attributes to generate and convert ideas into strategy and then into deliverable plans
- Ability to be a confident role model for your team, colleagues and stakeholders, embodying our commitment and approach to equality, diversity and inclusion.
The Chartered Institute is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can all be our ourselves and succeed on merit. We particularly welcome applications from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as disabled people and individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
How to apply
Please apply via this portal and complete all application questions. This will be redacted; the panel will not see any identifying information.
Your application will not be considered if you submit a CV and supporting statement.
Next Steps
Closing date: Midday, Thursday, 11 February 2021
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by: By Friday, 19 February 2021
Test: Between 19-23 February 2021
First Interviews: Thursday, 25 February 2021
2nd Interviews: w/c Monday, 1 March 2021
Please note that the interviews will take place via Zoom.
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- Australia's leading environmental organisation for over 50 years.
- Provide innovative, visionary leadership for a $14m fundraising program
- Flexible location - Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane
The Organisation
Proudly independent and supported by a growing movement of over 600,000 people, for more than 50 years the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) has protected and advocated for our natural environment.
Right now, a pollution and extinction crisis threatens our living world and climate damage and habitat destruction are ACF’s biggest challenges. In bringing together community, government and business ACF seeks to drive big, systemic change to solve the climate crisis, stand up for nature, redesign our economy and fix our democracy.
Benefits & Culture
- Highly collaborative, action-orientated culture
- Open to International candidates, sponsorship available
- Melbourne based head office but flexible home working and location
- Attractive salary plus packaging
The Role
Reporting to the CEO you will provide visionary leadership to the fundraising team and develop a growth strategy. You will oversee an established individual giving program and expand philanthropy and community fundraising activities to capitalise on the broad support for stronger climate action within Australian society and internationally.
Key focus areas will include:
- Bringing innovation and business acumen to ACF’s strategy for community fundraising
- Demonstrating inspiring and collaborative leadership within the ACF executive team
- Leadership and developing a high performing fundraising team
- Overall responsibility for fundraising income and driving growth across all streams
- Representing and fostering ACF’s key values and global award-winning culture
Skills Required
You have established a highly successful career in fundraising, ideally within progressive supporter-led organisations – or within revenue focused roles in digital technology businesses.
A leader in your field, you are a creative thinker who has grown diverse programs or portfolios through developing and implementing innovative projects and campaigns.
Ideally, you bring proven experience in building philanthropic relationships and/or business partnerships that have delivered sustainable business growth.
As a senior manager you have a collaborative, action-orientated, encouraging style demonstrated by the success of high performing teams you have worked with previously.
Tackle the biggest challenges of our time, with ACF, Australia’s most influential environment organisation. To apply submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the skills required section.
- Australia's leading environmental organisation for over 50 years.
- Provide innovative, visionary leadership for a $14m fundraising program
- Flexible location - Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane
The Organisation
Proudly independent and supported by a growing movement of over 600,000 people, for more than 50 years the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) has protected and advocated for our natural environment.
Right now, a pollution and extinction crisis threatens our living world and climate damage and habitat destruction are ACF’s biggest challenges. In bringing together community, government and business ACF seeks to drive big, systemic change to solve the climate crisis, stand up for nature, redesign our economy and fix our democracy.
Benefits & Culture
- Highly collaborative, action-orientated culture
- Open to International candidates, sponsorship available
- Melbourne based head office but flexible home working and location
- Attractive salary plus packaging
The Role
Reporting to the CEO you will provide visionary leadership to the fundraising team and develop a growth strategy. You will oversee an established individual giving program and expand philanthropy and community fundraising activities to capitalise on the broad support for stronger climate action within Australian society and internationally.
Key focus areas will include:
- Bringing innovation and business acumen to ACF’s strategy for community fundraising
- Demonstrating inspiring and collaborative leadership within the ACF executive team
- Leadership and developing a high performing fundraising team
- Overall responsibility for fundraising income and driving growth across all streams
- Representing and fostering ACF’s key values and global award-winning culture
Skills Required
You have established a highly successful career in fundraising, ideally within progressive supporter-led organisations – or within revenue focused roles in digital technology businesses.
A leader in your field, you are a creative thinker who has grown diverse programs or portfolios through developing and implementing innovative projects and campaigns.
Ideally, you bring proven experience in building philanthropic relationships and/or business partnerships that have delivered sustainable business growth.
As a senior manager you have a collaborative, action-orientated, encouraging style demonstrated by the success of high performing teams you have worked with previously.
Tackle the biggest challenges of our time, with ACF, Australia’s most influential environment organisation. To apply submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the skills required section.
Head of External Relations
We have an exciting new role for an experienced leader to drive the external marketing communications and income generation for a new division within the charity.
Position: Head of External Relations
Location: Flexible as homeworking supported
Salary: Circa £40 - 45k dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time
Duration: 12 months Fixed Term Contract (becoming permanent if funding allows)
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and 5% Employer pension contribution
Closing Date: 9th February 2021
Final Interview Date: 15th and 16th February 2021
About the Role
There is a great deal of untapped potential for a proactive leader to unlock and the case for support has never been stronger. The charity has a high-profile patron, highly active trustees, dedicated staff and a newly appointed CEO who is passionate about education and the development of young people.
This new, senior role brings together external relations and income generation and is an amazing opportunity for someone to build on a strong existing portfolio with an excellent team. In particular, the Head of External Relations will be responsible for an integrated External Relations Strategy and its operational delivery that includes:
- Marketing, profile raising and public relations (on and offline)
- Income generation (Local Authority level, fundraising and partnerships)
- Public Affairs/Policy PR and campaigning
- Membership marketing
- Research and Impact evaluation
About You
The Head of External Relations position is an exciting and challenging role, at the heart of an agile organisation with a strong record and reputation, with the potential for real and profound change for children and young people. You will have direct experience of working across a broad range of the specialist areas of responsibility identified above. If you lack specific personal experience of working in a particular area, you will be asked to demonstrate evidence to support your potential to do so and an understanding of the factors that will drive success.
You will have experience of:
- Hands on strategic and operational delivery of digital/social media, PR and Public Relations campaigns
- Leadership and mentoring
- Successfully working with Trustees/senior partners and at Board level
- The education sector
As Head of External Relations, you must be able to lead in a rapidly changing internal and external environment to ensure the charity can maximise opportunities and manage the challenges it faces.
Applicants are asked to provide a current CV and 2-page covering letter outlining evidence against the essential criteria in the job description, clearly identifying the skills and experiences applicable to the role.
A satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be a requirement once a conditional offer of employment is made to successful candidates.
In Return…
Work for an organisation with excellent work life balance policies, where flexible working is promoted and the culture of the organisation is to nurture staff through effective leadership and excellent team working.
About the Organisation
With increasing numbers of children and young people affected by social, emotional and behavioural difficulties inhibiting their progress and limiting their life chances. The charity has developed a range of interventions and support to give vulnerable children and young people the opportunity to be the best they can be. Whether it is delivering certified training, supporting whole-school or authority-wide nurturing schools approach or promoting evidence-based research, the charity is providing quality support and resources to make nurturing provision a reality for pupils across the UK and beyond.
Other roles you may have experience of could include External Relations, External Affairs, PR, Public Relations, Marketing, Marketing and Communications, Communications, External Marketing, Income Generation, Income Generation Manager, Head of Income Generation, Head of Fundraising, Fundraising, Partnerships, Public Affairs, Policy, Policy and PR, Membership, Research, Research and Impact.