Individual Giving Jobs
Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life. We believe no one should face financial hardship in later life.
Our Helpline and expert advisers offer free, practical support to older people without enough money to live on. Through our grants programme, we support hundreds of local organisations working with older people across the UK.
We use the knowledge and insight gained from our support services and partnerships to highlight the issues experienced by older people in poverty and campaign for change.
We would love to find individuals from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds to join us on this journey..
Responsibilities and Person Specification:
The Individual Giving Manager is responsible for growing our supporter base through acquisition and initiating and building supporter marketing campaigns, inspiring supporters to help Independent Age improve the lives of older people facing financial hardship.
The Individual Giving Manager will develop acquisition strategies and deliver campaigns across digital and offline channels and demonstrate a supporter-led and evidence approach based on insight and data. You will have digital expertise and show how you work within a test and learn environment. You will create and test new propositions and products for year-round fundraising and develop compelling communications for supporters so that they receive the highest possible standard of stewardship to maximise their value, increase loyalty and mitigate attrition.
The Individual Giving Manager will have significant experience in managing the planning, budget, set-up, delivery and reporting and analysis of integrated multi-channel campaigns that meet and exceed campaign KPI’s. You will manage the content and creative production, ensuring campaign assets are fully aligned with our Brand guidelines.
You will bring an ability to work both proactively and reactively. You must have a passion for, and affinity with, the charity’s cause.
For full details on the role and requirements, please review the job description and person specification. If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the criteria in the person specification but you do meet most of them and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway.
This is a full-time role, 35 hours per week, which you can choose to work over five days or a 9-day fortnight.
What it’s like to work at Independent Age:
We celebrate diversity at Independent Age and champion the differences that make each of us unique. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included.
We offer great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life assurance, and fantastic learning and development opportunities. We also offer several enhanced leave provisions and benefits.
We know that a good work life balance helps us perform at our best and supports wellbeing. Flexible working hours and hybrid working is standard for all (those contracted to work in the office usually attend 1 day per week). But if you need a different form of flexibility, we are always happy to talk flexible working.
You can find out more about what it’s like to work at Independent Age here.
Application Process:
To apply, please visit our website to submit a CV and a Supporting Statement, detailing how your skills and experience meet the criteria within the Job Description and Person Specification (please do not hesitate to contact us if you have specific requirements and need support to apply in an alternative format).
To support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion our hiring managers use anonymous shortlisting. Therefore, please do not include your name, photo, or information to indicate your gender or age in your CV and supporting statement. Please do not omit dates of employment. Please ensure the title of any uploads does not contain your name.
Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer. A Basic DBS Certificate will be required for this role.
Closing Date: Sunday 9 February at 11:59pm
Interview Dates:
- Initial interviews will be held on Wednesday 19 February, in person at Independent Age, 18 Avonmore Road, W14 8RR
- Second interviews will be held online on Tuesday 25 February, via Microsoft Teams
Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an experienced, proactive and creative fundraiser to develop and manage individual giving at our national charity. As the sole individual giving fundraiser at the charity, this is a multi-faceted, strategic thinking role with room for growth. Your role will involve a variety of duties, including annual planning for individual giving activities to grow and develop our supporter base; budget management; development of stewardship including a supporter journey to grow connections to the charity; and line management responsibility for the Fundraising Administrator.
Individual giving is an area of growth for the charity and we are looking to build on what has already been achieved in this area. Working in our fundraising team, you will contribute to the wider aims of the team and organisation, developing and delivering individual giving and stewardship for supporters to develop and grow this income stream further.
You will continue development on a creative and comprehensive individual giving programme focusing on in memory, lottery, direct marketing and appeals, regular and payroll giving, gifts in wills and membership schemes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to bring their knowledge, skills and experience in the charity sector to our organisation. You will represent and promote the work, vision and purpose of the Huntington's Disease Association.
This is an essential role in a small, national organisation supporting people affected by Huntington's disease.
Learn more about the role in the job pack included.
We are committed to equal opportunities in our recruitment process and in order to find out how well we are doing, we collect monitoring data. This will not form part of the selection process in any way and will be used for monitoring purposes only. The completion of this form is voluntary.
The Huntington's Disease Association is looking for someone with the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of adults at risk, children and young people. We follow safer recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the people we work with. We require the successful candidate to provide two employment references and undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for enhance disclosure before joining the charity.
Full details of how we securely handle the data you provide to us as part of the recruitment process can be found in our privacy notice for job applicants on our website.
Click on 'apply' to begin your application. To ensure your consideration, please upload both a CV and cover letter. Your cover letter should include why you are applying for the role and how you meet the requirements of the person specification. The job description and person specification can be found within the job vacancy pack.
Applications submitted without a CV and cover letter will not be considered.
We’d prefer the successful candidate to work a minimum of two days a week in our Liverpool office, but we’re open to flexibility based on individual circumstances and preferences
Closing date for applications is Monday 10 February 2025, 9 am.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 20 February 2025.
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
* A pension scheme with 3% employer contribution
* Medicash scheme
* Tax-free working from home allowance
* Flexible working approach
* Supportive and positive working environment
* Fantastic learning and development opportunities
We improve care and support services for people with Huntington’s disease, educate families and professionals, and champion people’s rights.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Department: Fundraising and Engagement
Location: Hybrid – minimum of 1 day per week in our Aldgate, London office
Hours of work: 37.5 hours
Contract: Permanent, full time
Salary: £65,000 - £72,000 per annum
Closing date: 30/01/2025
Interview dates: Thursday 6th and Friday 7th February (MS Teams). Second interview - 13th February (In-person).
Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays)
Benefits:
- enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay
family-friendly policies - 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS pension
- free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children
- 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
- free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash)
- access to a wellbeing app
- flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more*
- learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning)
commitment to employee health and wellbeing. - We have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer
About Us
Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both.
Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and strategic Head of Individual Giving and Legacies to join our team and lead the development and delivery of effective strategies for Individual Giving, In Memory, and Legacies. You will oversee and drive a portfolio of inspiring campaigns, appeals, and experiences that maximise long-term, sustainable income generation for Dementia UK.
As part of the Fundraising and Engagement team, you will develop the overall team strategy and operational plans for Individual Giving, In Memory, and Legacies. You will deliver against agreed KPIs, ensuring that the strategies and activities directly support the broader objectives of Fundraising, Engagement, and the organisation. You will be responsible for creating annual income and expenditure budgets for Individual Giving, In Memory, and Legacy fundraising within agreed ROIs.
Given the long-term strategic importance of gifts in Wills to Dementia UK, you will ensure that the legacy strategy and operational plans are implemented across the charity and all supporter audiences. You will identify opportunities to grow the program by developing insight-led propositions and products that inspire action and maximise income. You will also foster a supportive and aspirational culture where the team is motivated to meet and exceed targets, recognising their contribution to the organisation's objectives and strategy.
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Individual Giving fundraising, including in memoriam and legacy marketing across multiple channels. You will have a proven track record of delivering income growth and establishing new programs of activity. Additionally, you will have experience in developing and implementing fundraising strategic plans and translating them into operational plans with clearly defined KPIs and managed risk. You will also be experienced in leading a team, providing direction and motivation, and delivering effective line management through supervision and staff development.
If this sounds like you, join us in making a difference to the lives of those affected by dementia.
Our culture
In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.
Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion.
Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.
Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you’d like support to make an application, contact our recruitment team
By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK.
*Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs
When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Buxton Opera House is a beautiful Edwardian theatre and one of the country's finest examples of Frank Matcham theatre design. Under the leadership of Paul Kerryson, CEO, Buxton Opera House has become one of Britain's leading receiving theatres. Our programme comprises around 450 performances each year including dance, comedy, children's shows, drama, live music, pantomime and opera, with a thriving programme of work at the Pavilion Arts Centre which includes live music and a space for young artists to perform. The Opera House is also home to the renowned Buxton International Festival, now celebrating its 40th year, as well as a lively Fringe Theatre and Community and Education Programme.
This is an exciting role for someone looking to take the next step in their career and would suit an individual who is looking to step up into a more senior role within an organisation where there is scope for development into a Head of Development role. The post holder will work closely with the CEO, and major internal and external stakeholders. This is a senior management position and requires someone who can work independently while adopting a collaborative approach to ensure that the organisation can maximise opportunities, maintain consistent messaging and meet income targets.
The Head of Individual Giving will play a key role in managing and growing the theatre’s individual giving income, membership schemes and events, and will support corporate income. In addition, the postholder will be responsible for managing and expanding our individual giving tiered membership scheme as well as cultivation events that encourage giving, growing and stewarding a major donor income stream. Demonstrable fundraising experience and the ability to deliver a high standard of customer service to both colleagues and external stakeholders both online and face-to-face is essential.
We want to employ passionate, hard-working and dedicated individuals who are committed to the future of Buxton Opera House; if this is you, do consider applying to work with us even if you don’t meet all the criteria in job specification – we want to hear from you.
Ideally you will start as soon as possible, but we accept that notice may need to be worked. You can find out more about the role and working at Buxton Opera House by visiting our website.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Thursday 6 February 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 12 February 2025
We are strongly committed to diversity. We strive to recruit, retain and advance people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the cultural sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced, creative, dynamic Individual Giving expert looking for your next challenge? Do you have a passion for the environment and people? If the answer is yes, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for an all-rounder experienced in acquisition and retention with both online and offline channels. You’ll have autonomy and freedom to plan and execute all Individual Giving communications, managing our £1m+ portfolio.
Reporting to the Head of Individual Giving, this busy, hands-on role requires excellent project management of all elements of our Individual Giving programme, including integrated fundraising campaigns right through from creative development to results analysis.
Effective agriculture has the power to change lives. It underpins prosperity, food security and stability the world over. Farm Africa champions a holistic approach that boosts yields, protects the environment and connects smallholder farmers to thriving markets. If you are excited by the work Farm Africa does, have solid Individual Giving experience, ambition and lots of ideas we’d love you to get in touch.
If you are interested in this role and would like more details, or to apply please visit the jobs page of our website for more information.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance has a great opportunity for an Individual Giving specialist to join a growing charity and make the newly created Individual Giving Manager role their own.
Job Title: Individual Giving Manager
Location: Perth Airport, Scone OR Aberdeen Airport, Dyce (Hybrid working available)
Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £34,000 - £38,000
Contract: Permanent
Deadline: Monday 27 January 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 5 February 2025
Application pack: Please refer to the job application pack for more information about the role and how to apply.
About Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) exists so nobody in Scotland suffers or dies because medical help cannot get there in time.
People can get sick or have accidents anywhere and anytime. But in Scotland there are places where urgent medical help cannot reach people. Or help gets there too late. And when lives are at risk every minute matters.
As a charity we rely on donations from the Scottish public, companies and communities to ensure that urgent medical help gets to the patient when it is needed, wherever they are and at speed.
The Role:
The Individual Giving Manager is a new role for SCAA, demonstrating our commitment to growth in the coming years. As this is a new role, the successful candidate will be able to make the role their own, determining success alongside the Head of Individual Giving and Engagement. You will help SCAA to achieve their ambitious goals and continue to provide a life-saving essential service across Scotland into the future through a programme of sustainable funding.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing and delivering the Individual Giving programme to drive supporter acquisition and increase retention across appeals, regular giving, lottery, mid-level giving and in memory fundraising.
- Working closely with colleagues and partners to formulate, deliver and monitor an effective Individual Giving strategy including new donor acquisition, donor retention programmes, development and promotion of individual giving products and propositions, including lottery and raffles, regular giving and development of a mid-value giving proposition.
- Leading on donor stewardship of our lottery programme, providing training in organisational messaging for the fundraisers and supporting reduction in attrition.
- Working closely with the Marketing and Communications team to develop and optimise campaigns and appeals.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to develop compelling propositions, showcasing the voices and stories of patients and supporters
- Leading on the annual budget process for Individual Giving, working with the Head of Individual Giving and Engagement and Director of Development and Engagement.
- Ensuring that all Individual Giving strategies, promotion and communications are compliant with GDPR and following good practice of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising.
About You:
- Experience of delivering successful Individual Giving programmes.
- Ability to deliver multi-channel integrated marketing campaigns in the Not-for-Profit sector.
- Demonstrable experience of working with a variety of channels including direct mail, face to face, email, social media and events.
- Ability to deliver briefs within agreed time frames and ensure these are communicated effectively.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with Senior Leadership Team.
- Knowledge and experience of managing budgets and delivering financial results against agreed objectives, targets and timescales.
- Knowledge and understanding of Data Protection legislation.
- Knowledge and experience in working with a CRM database package.
- Excellent organisational skills
Benefits:
- Pension: 12% employer’s & 5% employee’s contribution (after 3 months’ service)
- Annual Leave: 36 days (incl. public holidays) + an extra day for your birthday
- Death in Service benefit: 3 times annual salary
- Optional Private Medical Insurance plan
- Access to Blue Light Card
- Learning and Development opportunities
Application notes:
Please refer to the attached job pack below for application and interview details.
Closing date to apply: 12pm on Monday 27 January 2025
To ensure no one in Scotland dies because help cannot get there in time.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Here at Bury Hospice we are continuously looking for new and exciting ways to stretch our fundraising ambition. The last two years have seen significant change in our approach and our activity and income has grown as a result.
As we move in to the next phase of our ambition to raise even more funds for patient care we recognise that we need to grow our team. We are excited to announce four new roles to support the existing work of our team.
The Individual Giving Officer Role, will work with the Senior Individual Giving Fundraiser, providing support to our Individual Giving programme. The role will provide stewardship to individual donors across Bury, whilst also supporting the development of specialist giving programmes through in house and third-party platforms.
This role will require you to work closely with supporters who often have a deep emotional connection to the hospice, these connections are often the drivers to peoples fundraising ambitions and so ensuring that we sensitively support donors is key to what we do.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Overview:
The Talent Set is thrilled to be working with a fantastic charity as they search for an enthusiastic Individual Giving Officer to support them for a fabulous 6-month role.
In this role, you will support the charity’s mission by developing and delivering retention-focused campaigns to engage existing donors. You will work closely with the wider Mass Marketing Team to deliver effective strategies, ensuring donors feel valued and inspired to continue supporting our cause.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the creation and execution of multi-channel campaigns (e.g., email, direct mail, telemarketing) that strengthen donor relationships and improve retention rates.
- Collaborate with the team to develop innovative and personalised approaches to thank and update supporters on the impact of their contributions.
- Analyse campaign results, monitor key metrics (e.g., retention rates, ROI), and provide actionable insights to improve future campaigns.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and suppliers to ensure campaigns are
- Handle donor enquiries and feedback, ensuring a positive experience and resolving issues effectively.
- Work with CRM systems to maintain accurate donor records and implement data segmentation to improve campaign targeting.
Person Specification:
- Proven experience in individual giving, retention, or fundraising roles, ideally within a charity or not-for-profit setting.
- Strong understanding of direct marketing principles, including campaign planning and delivery.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage donors through compelling messaging.
- Analytical mindset with experience in monitoring campaign performance and interpreting data to inform strategy.
- Proficiency in CRM or donor database systems and segmentation techniques.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A collaborative and proactive approach, with a passion for making a difference.
What’s On Offer:
- A flexible hybrid working pattern with just 1-day per-week in the charity’s Central London Office.
- A competitive day rate of £142.29 per-day + £17.71 daily holiday for the successful candidate.
- An exciting 5-month opportunity, working within a fantastic organisation.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the “apply now” button.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Are you ready to make a real difference with your expertise in Individual Giving?
Working for this national health charity as the Individual Giving & Insights Manager, you'll play a pivotal role within their Fundraising team, bringing to life a new global brand to build meaningful connections and fund lifechanging initiatives. This is a chance to work on a forward-thinking, insights led programme, launch innovative membership offerings, and help grow their Legacies programme all while benefiting from a collaborative and flexible working environment.
Job title: Individual Giving & Insights Manager
Charity type: Health charity
Salary: £39,000 to £40,400
Location: Hybrid working; London Office minimum one day per week
As this Individual Giving & Insights Manager, you will:
- Lead the Individual Giving programme worth £1.2m per year, working alongside their Individual Giving Officer to drive fundraising success.
- Develop and launch a new Membership product, designed to attract and retain connected supporters.
- Grow the Legacies programme in partnership with the Legacy Officer, enhancing supporter engagement.
- Craft supporter journeys that build deeper relationships, increase engagement, and boost income.
- Use data driven insights to refine targeting, optimise campaigns, and steer the success of their initiatives.
- Implement Innovation and test new approaches, particularly in cost effective digital channels, to secure sustainable growth for their cause.
What Makes You the Ideal Candidate?
- Strong experience in planning and executing direct marketing campaigns for supporter acquisition and retention.
- Skill in developing strategic, data driven supporter journeys using digital and email platforms.
- Proficiency in collaborating with both internal and external partners, including marketing agencies, to deliver effective campaigns.
- Experience in budget management and campaign evaluation, utilising key performance indicators (KPIs) for continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of current data legislation, especially GDPR, ensuring our approach respects privacy and ethical standards.
If you are ready to take on your next Individual Giving opportunity and this sounds like the idea step then we want to hear from you. Apply within.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Salary: £40,000-£44,500
Contract: 9 months contract (maternity cover), with possibility to extend to 12 months
Location: London/ Hybrid – once per week in office (flexible)
Closing date: 28th January
Benefits: Excellent office location, healthcare cover, life assurance, employee assistance programme
We have an excellent opportunity for an Individual Giving Manager, working for Starlight Children’s Foundation. As part of this role, you will support the Head of Individual Fundraising and Business Insight to devise and implement Individual Giving fundraising activities and initiatives (on- and offline) in order to maximise on donor engagement, increase income and acquire longer term support in line with the fundraising strategy. You’ll have a particular interest in testing new acquisition activity, as Starlight are looking for growth in this area.
This is a brilliant and unique opportunity where you will be part of an organisation which is passionate about preserving childhood throughout serious illness, allowing you to make a true and meaningful impact.
To be successful as the Individual Giving Manager, you will need:
- Successful track record in IG fundraising through on and offline channels, with strong knowledge of IG and direct marketing fundraising mechanics, tools, and techniques.
- Strong understanding of working with data and insights – including targeting and selecting data for campaigns.
- Excellent communication skills with the proven ability to write copy for appeals or external facing communications.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting p958741eople to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Organization: Right To Play UK
Department/Division: Fundraising
Reports to: Head of Fundraising
Work Location: London, UK (Our office is based in Kennington.)
Work Arrangement: A combination of a minimum of 2 in-office days per week, and remote-working in accordance with Right To Play’s work arrangement and the operational needs of the department
Authorized to work in: UK (Eligible to work legally without work visa sponsorship)
Target Hiring Salary: GBP 32,000 – 34,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Target Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Duration: Permanent, full-time
Application Closing Date: 26 January 2025 23:59 GMT - Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
ABOUT US:
We reach millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.
Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. These programs are supported by our global offices in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and seven national offices across Europe and North America.
Right To Play UK is a charity registered in England and Wales and in Scotland, which works in partnership with Right To Play International to raise funds and awareness across the UK.
OUR CULTURE:
- Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion
- Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
- Display Courage – Act with integrity
- Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another
- Be Playful – Have fun at work
Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.
ROLE SUMMARY:
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and analytical Individual Giving Officer to develop your fundraising career in the international development sector. You will work closely with our Head of Fundraising to build, expand and retain our donor base following a very successful 2024. With a focus on supporter acquisition and stewardship, you will utilise data and market insight to support campaigns, enhance supporter engagement, and organise donor events to achieve ambitious income targets. You will also work with the organisation’s Head of Partnerships on crucial corporate relationships.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
#1: Individual Giving (30% of Time):
- With support from the Head of Fundraising, create and manage cross-channel Individual Giving campaigns.
- Manage a stewardship plan for Individual Giving supporters, acting as the point of contact for donors and focusing on retention.
- Work with the Head of Fundraising on acquisition activities across the donor spectrum, onboarding new supporters.
#2: Major and Mid Value Donor Pipeline (20% of Time):
- Qualify Mid Value supporters and Major Donors through a managed donor pipeline, identifying high-potential prospects and nurturing relationships.
- Collaborate with the Head of Fundraising to develop targeted engagement plans for Mid Value and Major Donors across the year.
- Work with the Head of Fundraising on targeted asks and proposals for both audiences.
- Help manage group initiatives for these audiences, such as the existing Right To Play Playmakers and Champions supporter networks.
#3: Donor Events (10% of Time):
- Plan and coordinate donor events alongside the Head of Fundraising, handling logistics and post-event follow-up to strengthen supporter relationships.
#4: Additional Support – Corporate Partnerships (20% of Time):
- Prospect potential corporate partners, including from Mid and Major Value Donors.
- Relationship-manage a modest caseload of corporate supporters.
#5. Supporter Insight and Cross-Department Collaboration (15% of Time):
- Utilise Mission CRM (supporter database) to record and support fundraising related transactions and activities.
- Track and report on donor acquisition, pipeline progression, and campaign performance, analysing trends for continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with the Head of Communications on cross-functional initiatives to amplify fundraising impact.
#6: Other Tasks as Assigned (5% of Time)
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WHAT YOU’LL BRING (ESSENTIAL):
EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
EXPERIENCE:
- Demonstrable experience in fundraising, ideally within Individual Giving, Corporate fundraising, or Mid and Major Donor cultivation.
- Proven success in donor qualification, proposal or campaign writing, and managing a donor pipeline.
- Proficiency in CRM software.
- Examples of utilising data analysis to guide decision-making and reporting.
COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with supporters.
- Strong analytical skills with a high attention to detail, particularly in data interpretation to guide acquisition and pipeline management.
- Highly organised, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and manage time effectively.
- Creative problem-solver with the flexibility to adapt approaches based on audience insights.
- Passionate about Right To Play’s mission and values, and a collaborative team player.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Experience working within a charity or international development organisation.
- Knowledge of UK charity fundraising regulations and Data Protection legislation.
LANGUAGES:
- Fluent in both spoken and written English
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). You will be immersed in an environment where learning and development is encouraged and valued, and “play” is appreciated as a core avenue to building community.
- Flexible work arrangements (e.g. work from home and flex hours)
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year
- 5 personal learning and development (L&D) days per year
- 5% employer pension contributions
- Income protection
- Life assurance
- Maternity/paternity/parental leave top up and support
- Annual learning week
- Annual staff recognition awards
- Opportunity to connect with employees across our offices
- Opportunity to engage in global projects and initiatives
- Wellness programs
- Playful activities and events (e.g. Summer and Winter socials, monthly office events)
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. As such, we encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play. We offer a family-friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work-life balance.
We are a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory basic DBS check as a condition of employment.
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Individual Giving Manager
Remote working
£36,000 - £38,000 pa plus excellent benefits
35 hours per week
The Individual Giving Manager in the Mass Fundraising team will focus and lead on:
- The development of the Individual Giving programme across appeals, regular giving, in memory and digital fundraising
- The acquisition and retention of donors through emotive cause related marketing
- The development of new products built on a test and learn culture
You will be responsible for leading on our annual cash appeals, in memory and regular giving programmes, and digital fundraising campaigns, as well as strengthening our current retention practices and policies. You will work with our Senior Individual Giving Manager and Head of Mass Fundraising to build, test and launch new products and cash appeals.
You will be an experienced Individual Giving fundraiser with an understanding of a wide range of direct marketing activities. You will have experience in working with external agencies and suppliers and demonstrate good negotiation and project management skills. You will be able to work across multiple tasks, be detail-orientated and prioritise workload effectively, and be proactive, creative and ambitious. You will use evidence and insight to deliver an audience-led programme, driven by a test and learn culture. You will have experience in managing supporter data to ensure compliance and maximise effectiveness of our campaigns.
We are RNID: the national charity supporting the 18 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus.
Together, we will end the discrimination faced by our communities, help people hear better now and fund world-class research to restore hearing and silence tinnitus.
We work with our communities and partners across industry, government, charity, education and more to change life for the better.
RNID has a proud history and big ambitions. We’re focused on making the greatest impact possible across the whole of the UK. We champion the latest technology and the opportunities it brings. We also know the value of a friendly face in local communities to support people where they need it most.
We champion the value of difference and equality and celebrate our diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from eligible candidates from BAME backgrounds or who are deaf or hard of hearing. With almost 20% of our employees having a disability we proudly hold Disability Confident Leader status and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum essential criteria.
Closing date: 27 January 2025.
Supporting people who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Location: Hybrid, minimum 1 day per week in the London office and occasional travel to the Bromley and Orpington hospitals
Closing date: Tues 28th Jan
Benefits: 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays (pro rata), pension scheme (following probationary period of three months), Employee Assistance Programme, personal development training opportunities, cycle-to-work scheme, season Ticket Loan Scheme
We have an excellent opportunity for two Individual Giving Officers to join King’s College Hospital Charity. They are a wonderful organisation and are dedicated to raising money to support the life changing care that King’s College hospitals provide. The money the charity raises helps to fund cutting-edge facilities and equipment as well as pioneering research and treatment
The Individual Giving Officer roles are brand-new positions which have come about due to growth and investment in the IG team. You will report into the Individual Giving Manager and will help achieve the income target of £1.3 million. You will be given the opportunity to work across all channels (f2f, telemarketing, direct mail and digital) and income streams (regular giving, lottery, in memory and legacy giving). Tasks will include, day to day admin for campaigns; running a direct mail appeal (with income between £10-20K); copy and content creation; research; invoice processing and complaint handling; speaking to donors; liaising with external agencies; and working on the stewardship journey.
There is a wealth of potential in the fundraising team at King’s College Hospital Charity and there is a lot of opportunity for you achieve new things and help shape the direction and future success of their IG programme.
To be successful as the Individual Giving Officer, you will need:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to produce compelling copy and content
- Prior experience in Individual Giving or Fundraising would be a plus
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Olivia on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Prospectus is excited to be working exclusively with our client to recruit an individual giving manager to join their team. The organisation is part of a global charity that uses hospital ships to deliver free healthcare to people in some of the poorest countries in the world. Their volunteers work with host nations to improve healthcare systems by training local medical staff and renovating facilities to leave a lasting legacy. Since 1978, They have visited 56 countries, providing services worth more than £1.2 billion.
This role is offered on a permanent basis paying a salary between £36,000 to £40,000 per annum with flexible working arrangements at their Stevenage office.
The Individual Giving Manager, as part of the Supporter Development Team (SDT) will be responsible for ensuring all our client’s current supporters are engaged, stewarded, retained, uplifted and encouraged to set-up regular gifts using a multi-channel approach. The post holder will develop and implement an individual giving and legacy programme that delivers both a growth in income, and an increase in donor engagement. They will oversee the entire Individual Campaign programme.
They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience of working in a similar direct marketing environment, managing multiple priorities and projects. They are looking for a candidate with thorough knowledge of a broad spectrum of supporter development fundraising strategies and techniques including legacy fundraising. The ideal candidate will be able to actively support, promote and encourage Mercy Ships’ mission and values.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Salary: £37,000-£41,000
Contract: 3-month FTC, full-time
Location: Remote – once/month in London office (paid travel)
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: Life Assurance Scheme, BUPA Healthcare Plan, Enhanced Family Leave, Flexible Working
We have an excellent opportunity for an Individual Giving Manager (Direct Dialogue) working for Alzheimer’s Society. You will report to the Senior Individual Giving Manager. As part of this role, you will play a key part in the delivery of a long-term fundraising strategy, across both on and offline channels. You will be primarily responsible for developing acquisition plans across direct dialogue channels, with responsibility for a budget of £12.5m, to bring new, profitable donors to Alzheimer’s Society.
This is a brilliant opportunity where you will be able to step up into line management, managing two members of staff, developing their performance and progress.
To be successful as the Individual Giving Manager (Direct Dialogue), you will need:
- Proven experience of Individual Giving or Direct Marketing
- Exceptional budget management and fluent in setting and measuring financial key performance indicators for campaigns
- Extensive experience of delivering large multi-channel Direct Marketing fundraising campaigns with proven success, including some of the following: Face to Face, Digital, DRTV, Telemarketing, Door Drops, Direct Mail & Email
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.