Events fundraiser jobs

Shelter Cymru exists to defend the right to a safe home in Wales and fight the devastating impact the housing emergency has on people.
We help thousands of people each year by offering free, confidential and independent advice and campaigning to overcome the root causes of the housing emergency.
We are now looking to recruit for the following position to join our team.  If you want to help end homelessness in Wales, we would love to hear from you.

Regional Community Fundraisers

North & South Wales

35 hours per week

£23,000 - £25,000 per annum (dependent upon experience)

The North Wales role is funded by the WCVA: Third Sector Resilience Fund 3

An exciting opportunity has now arisen at Shelter Cymru for  two Regional Community Fundraisers one based in North Wales, and one to be based in South Wales.  The post holders will support the delivery of Shelter Cymru’s local community fundraising activity, the Regional Community Fundraisers play a key role in connecting local communities to the work Shelter Cymru does.

During the current period of uncertainty around Covid-19, most of the team are temporarily working remotely, however following any general return to office working the post will be based at one of our offices in Wales.  Shelter Cymru is working with staff to offer a form of hybrid working moving forwards.

Shelter Cymru offers a high level of support, a welcoming work environment and an excellent package of benefits – for further details of the key benefits available please visit the recruitment page of our website

CLOSING DATE:   10am – 17 August 2022

INTERVIEW DATE: 24 & 25 August 2022

Shelter Cymru recruits based on merit and wants a workforce that reflects the diversity of individuals in housing need. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people who are currently under-represented within our workforce

Registered Charity No: 515902 

Rydym yn bodoli i amddiffyn yr hawl i gartref diogel yng Nghymru ac i frwydro yn erbyn yr effaith ddinistriol mae’r argyfwng tai yn ei chael ar bobl.
Rydym yn helpu miloedd o bobl bob blwyddyn drwy gynnig cyngor tai arbenigol, annibynnol ac am ddim, ac ymgyrchu i oresgyn yr hyn sydd wrth wraidd yr argyfwng tai.
Rydym am recriwtio rhywun ar gyfer y swydd ganlynol i ymuno â'n tîm. Os hoffech chi helpu i ddod â digartrefedd i ben yng Nghymru, byddem wrth ein bodd yn clywed gennych.

SC618 – Codwyr Arian Cymunedol Rhanbarthol

Gogledd & De Cymru

35 awr yr wythnos

£23,000 - £25,000 y flwyddyn (yn dibynnu ar brofiad)

Ariennir y rôl yn y Gogledd gan WCVA: Cronfa Cadernid y Trydydd Sector 3

Mae cyfle cyffrous bellach wedi codi yn Shelter Cymru ar gyfer dau  Godwr Arian Cymunedol Rhanbarthol, un wedi’i leol yng Ngogledd Cymru, ac un i’w leoli yn Ne Cymru.   Bydd deiliad y swydd yn cefnogi’r gwaith o gyflawni gweithgaredd codi arian cymunedol lleol Shelter Cymru, mae’r Codwyr Arian Cymunedol Rhanbarthol yn chwarae rhan allweddol wrth gysylltu cymunedau lleol â’r gwaith y mae Shelter Cymru yn ei wneud.

Yn ystod y cyfnod presennol o ansicrwydd ynghylch Covid-19, mae’r rhan fwyaf o’r tîm yn gweithio o bell dros dro, fodd bynnag ar ôl dychwelyd i’r swyddfa yn gyffredinol, bydd y swydd wedi’i lleoli yn un o’n swyddfeydd yng Ngogledd Cymru. Mae Shelter Cymru yn gweithio gyda staff i gynnig math o weithio hybrid wrth symud ymlaen.

Mae Shelter Cymru yn cynnig lefel uchel o gefnogaeth, amgylchedd gwaith croesawgar a phecyn rhagorol o fuddion - i gael mwy o fanylion am y buddion allweddol sydd ar gael ewch i dudalen recriwtio ein gwefan

DYDDIAD CAU:10yb 17 Awst 2022

DYDDIAD CYFWELIAD : 24 & 25 Awst 2022

Mae Shelter Cymru un recriwtio ar sail teilyngdod ac eisiau gweithlu sy’n adlewyrchu amrywiaeth unigolion mewn angen tai. Rydym yn croesawu ceisiadau yn abrennig gan bobl Ddu, Asiaidd a Lleiafrifoedd Ethnig sydd heb gynrychiolaeth ddigonol yn ein gweithlu ar hyn o bryd.

Rhif Elusen Gofrestredig: 515902

Title: Fundraising & Events Co-ordinator

Reports to: Events Manager

Based: Remotely – But able to travel as and when required to organised meetings and events

Requisite: Must hold a full clean driving license

Job Purpose:  Responsible for co-ordinating fundraising activities and assisting the Events Manager with the organisation and marketing of events, campaigns, projects & communications

Main purpose of job:

• Support and initiate a range of events, campaigns and projects whether facilitated by or supported by the charity and its affiliates
• Provide and ensure a high-level service throughout the planning, execution, and evaluation of the charity’s involvement
• Recognise opportunities to maximize revenue and presence
• Act as first point of contact to stakeholders linked to fundraising, meetings, campaigns, projects and events you are in charge of facilitating

Main duties and key responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Co-ordinate the day-to-day running of the Fundraising Service to include planning and organisation of the fundraising activities programme and respond to related telephone calls, emails, social media etc.
• Build relationships with supporters and others to raise the profile of Arrhythmia Alliance
• Organise and coordinate income-generating events, including challenge events and community fundraising Patient support groups.

• Encourage ongoing and regular donations
• Maintain effective communication with donors whilst adhering to GDPR and the Fundraising Regulator’s Fundraising Code.
• Coordinate and support volunteers to take part in fundraising activities including but not limited to World Heart Rhythm week, Global AF Aware Week, Defibs Save Lives and Know your Pulse events.

• Assist with the administration of each Charity event, project or campaign.
• Produce registration lists, delegate badges and deal with delegate queries
• Attend events, managing venues and/or registration where required

 

• Work closely with both the Events and Communications Teams to ensure all events, projects and campaigns are promoted efficiently to the target audience; includes website updates along with researching and sourcing appropriate promotional event resources
• Prepare marketing communications promoting any fundraising activity, charity projects, events or campaigns in conjunction with Events Manager, and create copy for passing to Communications Team for advertising
• Co-ordinate the planning and marketing of our virtual events.
• Maintain good working interdepartmental relationships; includes sharing information and providing support
• Use agreed tools and metrics to review and assist with the evaluation of projects and events
• Support charity initiatives, projects, campaigns and events

Skills and qualifications required:

Skills & Qualifications

Requirements

Preferences

Qualifications and experience

High standard of qualifications in English and mathematics to at least GCSE or equivalent level

At least three years’ experience in ‘events and fundraising’ or related area of work

Qualification(s) in event management

Work skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to deal confidently with a range of people at all levels, including in person, phone and email

Confident to negotiate, discuss and query in a positive and professional manner

Excellent administration and IT skills

Experience in using card machines, and invoice procedures

Ability to think ahead and prepare

Able to manage edits and amends to a CRM website

Experienced and competent in using Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel

Ability to multitask and work to and meet deadlines

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Budget awareness and good organisational skills in monitoring and keeping records related to budgets

High standards of proofing and reviewing publications

Effective sharing and keeping Line Manager regularly updated (and if needed, senior management)

Ability to think creatively

Marketing & Communications experience is desirable

Personal

Friendly and able to talk confidently to a range of stakeholders

Ability to work under pressure and remain calm

Confident to use skills and informed judgement to take the initiative

Enthusiastic and motivated

Trustworthy and mindful of confidentiality

Smart, professional and confident to present to an audience on the work of the charity

Approachable and confident to ask when unsure

Other

Be available to travel and work away (for short periods of time)

To hold a full, clean UK driving license

Somebody Cares Scotland is an inspiring local charity dedicated to supporting those most in need across Aberdeen. This remarkable charity provides relief to individuals facing adversity due to age, ill health, disability, financial hardship, and any other disadvantage. Somebody Cares Scotland is the leading organisation in Aberdeenshire for providing free food, furniture and clothing to poor, vulnerable and marginalised communities throughout Aberdeen. Somebody Cares Scotland is the only charity in Scotland operating on the scale that they do, providing practical help for thousands of families and individuals every year and giving it all away free of charge.

As well as operating a busy foodbank, Somebody Cares Scotland also collects donations of pre-loved furniture, clothes, toys, and other household items. These donations are either given to those in need for free or sold by the charity in order to generate the required income to keep Somebody Cares Scotland functioning. On average, Somebody Cares Scotland furnishes thirty + homes each week across Aberdeenshire.

In the last year, the number of people seeking help from Somebody Cares Scotland has grown exponentially. The current financial restrictions created by recession, government cutbacks, Covid-19, rapidly rising food costs, and increased utility bills is creating huge problems for many people, leading them to Somebody Cares Scotland. In order to support the vast number of people seeking help from Somebody Cares Scotland, this vital charity is now undergoing a significant period of growth. BTA are working with Somebody Cares Scotland to recruit their new Corporate Fundraiser, who will liaise with stakeholders to yield the funds required for the charity to continue their life improving work.

The new Corporate Fundraiser will be responsible for devising and implementing a successful programme of fundraising from the corporate sector to achieve agreed targets. The successful candidate will forge mutually beneficial relationships with corporate supporters on a long-term basis, developing and maintaining a portfolio, and taking responsibility for securing income from businesses by identifying growth areas and opportunities within the corporate sector. You will maintain relationships with stakeholders before, during and after the receipt of funds. The Corporate Fundraiser will develop a long-term strategy for corporate giving and fundraising applications within the corporate arena, paying particular attention to Charity of the Year partnerships, corporate donations, and sponsorship opportunities. You will write funding proposals, corporate applications, and reports to a high standard. You will also track, analyse, and report on fundraising results in the corporate field and measure, manage and report on performance using agreed performance measures.

Somebody Cares Scotland is looking for an experienced Corporate Fundraiser, although will consider somebody with a background in marketing, communications, business development or sales. Ideally, you will be an Aberdeen local or prepared to relocate with a pre-existing network. You must be able to display a passion for Somebody Cares Scotland and demonstrate a knowledge of, and enthusiasm for, the charity. As this is a new position within the charity, there is scope for the Corporate Fundraiser to make this role their own, so a self-starter with innovative ideas would make for an ideal candidate. You will be a well presented, personable individual with a positive attitude to your work. You must be able to communicate to a high standard and have great attention to detail. You must have a strong financial awareness and a thorough understanding of the current fundraising landscape.

This is an incredible opportunity for the new Corporate Fundraiser to craft and implement their own fundraising programme and really make an impact on the lives of thousands of people across Aberdeen. If you have the passion, vision and skills to take up this role then get in touch now to find out more. 

Closing Date: Midday, Thursday 25th August

Interview Date: Wednesday 7th September

This search is being conducted exclusively for Somebody Cares Scotland by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team has all worked extensively in and with the voluntary sector and academia and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity in the search for the Community Fundraiser (Wiltshire) .

* You will coordinate all Appeal activity in their area, ensuring that supporters and other key stakeholders (members, local authorities, partners etc.) receive the support necessary to maximise the impact of the appeal. To manage day-to-day relationship with supporters ensuring all financial activity is cost effective and compliant.

* To ensure that all supporters have a great experience whilst supporting the Legion, ensuring that the necessary support and help is available.

To apply for this role you will ideally need:

* Experience of creating and managing great supporter relationships with volunteers to deliver agreed objectives and income targets.
* Experience of fundraising, sales and/or customer service environment.
* Experience of planning multiple activities and/or events throughout the year.
* Experience of building effective relationships with a wide range of audiences including Corporate charity of the year partnerships.
* Experience of effectively managing and responding to media queries.
* Experience of utilising social media to promote activity
* Takes ownership of planning income/expenditure budget and responsible for supplying monthly commentary to manager.

If you would like to learn more about the role please contact Dagmara on [email protected] or call her on 02078207315.

Location: Wiltshire, Oxfordshire
Deadline: ASAP
Salary: £25,813- £28,025
Contract type: permanent

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

St Ann's Hospice

We’re are currently raising funds for a much-needed new hospice in Heald Green, Stockport. To deliver world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann’s is in the best shape possible for future generations.

This role is at the heart of this campaign, working with the corporate and events industries across Greater Manchester to deliver income for the new building.

Have you got what it takes?

• Are you a self-motivated, dynamic and experienced fundraiser?
• Can you demonstrate delivery of large fundraising partnerships?
• Can you inspire businesses and events companies to partner with us?
• Most importantly, you must be wholeheartedly committed to and motived by the purpose and values of St Ann’s Hospice.

We are pleased to be able to offer this post as a full-time fixed term position for 2 years, with a working pattern of 37.5 hours per week.

The pay scale has been set at our St Ann's Hospice Band 6 £34,627 - £38,894 per annum depending on experience ,with a Competency Based Framework.

You will be working at our Heald Green hospice with some travel to Little Hulton and hybrid working options.

Job summary

St Ann’s Hospice has launched a public appeal for the final income required for to build a new hospice in Heald Green.

We’re looking for a target driven relationship builder to build on the strengths of our existing corporate fundraising programme to provide a significant contribution to our £21.5M new build target.

The role holder will research, identify and recruit high-value partnerships with large corporate organisations, and events providers to support the future of St Ann’s Hospice.

Your dynamic and enthusiastic approach will see you proactively approaching organisations with a view to forming five-figure charity of the year and multiple year partnerships in order to fund our new hospice.

You will act as an ambassador for St Ann’s in the Manchester community through high profile networking and relationship building.

You will be passionate about excellence in end of life care, and working to the values of the hospice ensure that corporates in Greater Manchester see St Ann’s Hospice as the number one place to support.

You will be at the heart of our fundraising success, helping to ensure this vital income streams is delivered.

Your work will enable the Hospice to provide world class care for the future, care which you will witness first hand whilst working in the hospice environment. 

The Capital Partnerships Fundraiser will:

• Hold a degree or equivalent level of education or experience of research, proposal writing and delivering results.
• Have experience of securing five figure relationships ideally in a capital environment.

• Be experienced in building relationships, influencing decision making and pitching to large organisations for partnership working.

• Have excellent communication skills including public speaking, telephone manner, email and proposal writing
• Have experience of managing partnerships to achieve their goals through employee fundraising, corporate sponsorship, gifts in kind, corporate donations, third party  partnerships

• Hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business use
• Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
• Show a flexible approach to work and be able to work out of hours as required (TOIL policy in place)
• Work independently managing their pipeline of business effectively.

Responsibilities

The Capital Partnership Fundraiser will –

• Secure five and six figure charity of the year and multi-year partnerships that will deliver income for St Ann’s Hospice Capital Campaign. 
• Develop bespoke partnership proposals for potential partners involving members of the senior management, executive and trustee team for endorsements and other support as required.
• Manage existing and new accounts, maximizing opportunities for fundraising and PR.
• Build strong relationships with individuals and  key stakeholders
• Manage their own diary building a schedule of phone calls, meetings and proposal development

• pledged and progress against non-financial KPIs.
• Provide the income and expenditure budget for this area of work to the Head of Fundraising and Capital Campaign. Analyse results and use these results to inform future decision making
• Use technology effectively and proactively seek out digital solutions and improvements
• Act as an ambassador for St Ann’s, representing the Hospice at external events, including networking events with trustees, board members and high net worth donors.
• Work closely with colleagues in fundraising, trading and communications to ensure all your activities achieve optimum success.

Hospice benifits:

• Free carparking at both our hospice sites. 
• Contributory Stakeholder pension in which we match up to 7% of your gross salary. Or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months).

• 35 days, increasing to 37 days after 5 years’ service and 41 days after 10 years’ service (pro rata, inclusive of bank holidays). In addition staff are able to buy up to 1 weeks’ holiday per year via salary sacrifice, pro rata.

• We offer access to an employee paid health cash plan. That allows employees to spread the cost of health expenses including dental, optical, physiotherapy and more.

• All staff in the Scottish Widows Pension scheme (with the exception of bank staff) are provided with life cover of three times their basic salary in the event of their death whilst employed by St Ann’s Hospice.

• Employees can access telephone and online counselling 24 hours a day. Face to face counselling is also available and support on issues including debt, employment law, benefits and housing.

How to Apply:

 To apply for this position or for more information please visit our St Ann's hospice website.

This is an exciting time to join an ambitious, much loved charity and help us achieve our goals. If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

A Standard DBS Check will be required, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. St Ann’s Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children.

Closing Date: 28th August 2022

Interview Date: 8th & 9th September 2022

Please note: This is a face-to-face interview; all COVID restrictions will be applied. Medical facemasks are be worn in the hospice unless exempt from doing so.

We are looking for a Community Fundraiser to join a wonderful hospice to develop long-term relationships with community organisations such as social clubs, local pubs, schools and religious organisations, developing appropriate fundraising activities, events and initiatives to successfully grow income in the coming years.

The Role
This is an exciting role, with the opportunity to put your stamp on the community fundraising programme, which has much potential, and supporting the team to create engaging and multichannel communications to our audiences with the aim to improve retention and increase acquisition.
The post holder is responsible for developing long-term relationships with community organisations such as social clubs, local pubs, schools and religious organisations, developing appropriate fundraising activities, events and initiatives to successfully grow income in the coming years.
The post holder does not have line management responsibility but will be expected to manage volunteers including volunteer ambassadors.
Budget Income Target 100K+ in income from donations and fundraising activities and managing an expenditure budget of C 12K
Take responsibility for the creation and maintenance of Community Organisation records on TQ CRM database to ensure data integrity and GDPR is in effect

The Candidate
Demonstrable experience of working in community, corporate or event fundraising and generating income in excess of 20K
Demonstrable experience of developing fundraising products, events or initiatives
Experience of presenting to external audiences
Ability to articulate effectively in writing and verbally. Clear, concise written and verbal reporting skills
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 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.

Role: Community and Partnerships Fundraiser

Contract: Permanent position

Salary: £25,325- £28,875 pa

Location: Stockton with part remote option

Do you get your energy from forging personal relationships with charity supporters? Are you looking to use your skills and experience for good? Come and join the Fundraising Team at The Prince of Wales Hospice in West Yorkshire, where no two days are the same!

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking for a tenacious fundraiser to join our Partnerships Team who already raise over £350,000 pa for local hospice care. With an ambitious plan to extend our reach to more people, we need to increase this fundraising further.

Within a broader fundraising team, you and the other Community Partnerships Fundraiser will be responsible for the development, planning and delivery of a programme of fundraising campaigns and products. These will appeal to a wide range of community organisations and businesses. Playing a key role in everything from preparing budgets and targets, to liaising about marketing materials you will ensure campaigns and events run smoothly and you will provide impeccable stewardship for supporters.

Our ideal applicant is a dynamic thinker with an enthusiastic personality and self-motivated to achieve stretching targets. You will be flexible, resilient and a strong team player. Your excellent interpersonal skills and strong organisational skills mean you can negotiate and juggle competing demands. With at least one year of fundraising, account management or sales experience, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle, you will work in partnership with our existing portfolio of Hospice Heroes and bring new ones on board for the long term.

For more information about this position please send a copy of your CV in the first instance to Ellen Drummond at Charity People

Closing date: 10th of August at 9am

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with..

Community Fundraiser – Wales
Contract Type: Full Time (35 hours pw) – Permanent
Salary: Circa £28k pa
Location: Home based, Wales
Reports to: Community Development Manager

About Us:

Brain Tumour Research is an ambitious charity, passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK and challenging the Government and larger cancer charities to increase the national investment for research into brain tumours to £35 million a year and bring parity with other cancers.

Our vision is to find a cure for all types of brain tumours. Our mission is to increase the UK investment in brain tumour research.

Following a year of change we are looking to grow our team in order to increase our contribution to the national investment in brain tumour research and to do more of our vital campaigning work in line with our 2025 strategy.

Job purpose:

As a Community Fundraiser you will support our mission, by delivering on our strategic plans, objectives and mission, through generating and growing our income through community fundraising activities.

Raising awareness and engaging with people with the work Brain Tumour Research does is another key purpose of this role. This is currently achieved through the recruitment and then supporting the fundraising of individuals, challenge event participants, our Fundraising Groups and Charity of the Year partnerships.

As well as growing our supporter base, you will sustain our supporter base and provide excellent stewardship at all teams.

Brain Tumour Research holds annual challenges and events to generate income, however as well as using these opportunities to generate income for the charity, Community Fundraiser’s will be expected to seek out, and support new opportunities.

If you are passionate, energetic, professional and hardworking, and you think you've got what it takes to help us achieve our mission, then we would welcome your application.

Please note, in addition to a competitive salary, employment benefits include a generous holiday allowance, occupational sick pay, access to private healthcare, and free parking.

Closing Date: Wednesday 17th August 2022
Early applications are encouraged, interviews will commence before the closing date if suitable candidates are identified.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

No agencies please.

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Head of Community & Events Fundraising to help develop and drive forward our ambitious growth plans for this area.

The Head of Community & Events Fundraising will be responsible for managing the existing community and events team, whilst also delivering their own individual income target and the overall strategy.

Main Duties:

• Working with the Charity CEO you will develop and deliver the team strategy and operational plans in line with budget and an excellent return on investment
• Ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Community and Events team and highly effective supporter communications and stewardship.
• Actively grow the number of both new and returning supporters.
• Ensure that relationships with community and event fundraisers, groups and volunteers are managed and stewarded to the highest standards – motivating, recognising, and rewarding fundraisers to encourage their long-term support.
• Lead innovation in the team; and manage and develop existing and new products and initiatives to increase income and raise awareness.
• Keep abreast of fundraising trends so Sheffield Hospitals Charity is a model of best and innovative practice.
• Oversee the recruitment, management and motivation of volunteers – including our Volunteer Ambassadors - who will fundraise and raise awareness on behalf of Sheffield Hospitals Charity.
• Manage and oversee effective relationships with suppliers and agencies.
• Use analysis, insight and audience understanding to inform decision making and further develop Community and Event Fundraising.
• Ensure KPIs and reports are in place to support successful delivery of activities and performance.
• Manage income and expenditure budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, strong financial management and ownership of income targets and KPIs.
• Lead the Community and Events team, effectively, retaining and coaching team members to develop skills, motivation and performance.
• Manage staff (and volunteers) in line with Sheffield Hospitals Charity policy and practice, developing and retaining skills, ensuring motivation and performance.
• Work in partnership with the Communications Team to ensure the brand is developed and promoted to increase the climate of support for Community and Events Fundraising.
• Work in partnership with other areas of Fundraising (Philanthropy, Corporate Partnerships & Trusts and Foundations) to maximise the total lifetime fundraising potential of supporters, and awareness opportunities, Sheffield Hospitals Charity.
• Build positive, supportive and effective working relationships with colleagues across the charity
• Have a strong working knowledge of Sheffield Hospitals Charity vision, mission and impact.
• To complete any other duties and responsibilities as requested, commensurate with this role, and to work at all times in compliance with the Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Practice and Sheffield Hospitals Charity Policy.

Person specification Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills:

• Proven track record of working in the third sector with a minimum of three years in a management role.
• At all times delivering a motivated and can-do approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills including face to face, written and phone.
• Strong, confident presentation skills.
• Ability to motivate and influence supporters to maximise their fundraising
• A flexible approach with a strong focus on results Experience
• Substantial experience of Community & Events Fundraising and strong track record of income growth from community and events fundraising
• Developing and delivering strategy and supporting operational plans
• Working with volunteers and volunteer management 

NL Recruitment is currently looking for a Head of Community and Events for a charity that supports children with critical conditions.

Working closely with the Director of Fundraising, you will lead the community and events fundraising team and develop a five year strategy to build on the successes in these areas. You will also:

• Develop tailored strategies and engagement plans for all areas of the local community
• Responsible for budgeting and target setting for the community and event s income streams
• Ensure that supporters have an outstanding experience
• Manage and lead the Community Fundraising manager, Events Fundraiser, and volunteers

Our client is looking for an influential Head of Community and Events who has excellent project management skills. You will also have:

• Experience of leading a team and managing, motivating, and developing individuals
• Demonstrable experience in planning and executing community and event strategy
• Excellent understanding of charity law and regulation, and fundraising best practice
• Experience of developing income and expenditure budgets, and reporting on performance

The role is offered full-time and permanent with hybrid working arrangements.

TPP Recruitment are pleased to be supporting a disability charity based in Staffordshire with the search for a Community Fundraiser. This is a full-time, permanent role - the position is hybrid office (1 day a week) and home-based.

Working with the Head of Public Fundraising and as part of a busy Fundraising Department, this role has responsibility for developing and growing income from the local community - including schools, organisations, families, staff and customers. You will be involved in the development and implementation of fundraising campaigns, development of new fundraising products, third-party events, and growing the fundraising volunteer network. .

To be considered for this position you will demonstrate a passion for the cause, be well organised and possess excellent attention to detail. You will be confident working independently, and have a good understanding of MS Office. Previous experience of Fundraising or Business Development would be advantageous, but is not essential - this is therefore a fantastic opportunity for someone with no charity experience to secure their first opportunity within the sector. Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends will be required, as will a full driving license with access to a vehicle.

To apply for this role, please reply to this advert with an updated CV in the first instance - a member of the TPP Fundraising team will then be in touch with details of next steps. Alternatively, contact Matt Adams via [email protected] or 0207 198 6040 for additional information.

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.

Job Title: Community Fundraiser, Dorset

Directorate: Fundraising

Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £25,813 to £28,025 per annum pro rata

The Role

At the Royal British Legion, we believe in building on potential. As a Community Fundraiser, covering the Dorset area, your ability to coordinate Poppy Appeal activity in your area could have a real impact on people’s lives.

At its heart, RBL is a people organisation. People who want to do the very best for others, while at the same time making the most of the opportunities and experiences we offer them.

We are the country’s largest Armed Forces charity, with 210,000 members, 50,000 volunteers and a network of partners and charities; helping us give support wherever and whenever it’s needed.

As a Community Fundraiser you will be responsible for ensuring that supporters and other key stakeholders (members, local authorities, partners etc.) receive the support necessary to maximise the impact of the appeal.

You will manage day-to-day relationship with supporters ensuring all financial activity is cost effective and compliant, whilst also ensuring that all supporters have a great experience whilst supporting the Legion.

If successful, the main duties of your role will be:

• Manage the activity of a range of local supporters and partners (Poppy Appeal Organisers, other volunteers, regional corporates, and organisations) in order to achieve income budget/forecast
• Identity, plan and monitor progress of key activity
• Manage an agreed number of relationships across your area, ensuring that your supporters have the tools, resources, and support necessary to maximise their fundraising activity
• Develop and support a portfolio of regional corporate partnerships
• Recruit and induct new Poppy Appeal Organisers (PAO)
• Carry out PR/media activity with support from the Regional PR team
• Represent the legion locally carrying out engagement activity and providing updates to key stakeholders

Highly motivated and with excellent communication, you’ll be experienced in building effective relationships and developing commercial opportunities with key corporate and community stakeholders. You will have proven experience of working closely with volunteers, as well as experience in developing relationships with local businesses.

The position is home based, however the successful applicant will be expected to live within or near the regional area. A full driving licence with access to a car is preferred and that you are adaptable in your approach, with the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends when necessary.

About the Royal British Legion – Careers in Fundraising

Across the country, in every city and on every street, the RBL is there to support our Armed Forces community.

With over 200 employees, our Fundraising teams form an important part of this pack. Their passion and collaboration bring in millions of pounds every year. Money that goes on to improve and change the lives of this community.

It's this mission, this scale, this challenge and the values we all live by, that makes the RBL such a fulfilling place to thrive.

As a directorate we commit to ensuring our supporters feel valued, and driven to deliver fundraising that is effective, agile and sector leading. We do this by putting supporters at the heart of everything we do, and by embedding a learning culture in our teams where process improvement and innovation are embraced and celebrated.

So, if you want to give your days meaning. To put your passion into a role with real impact. To support people and be supported yourself. In an inclusive team that faces every challenge together. Whatever your interests and ambitions, we think you’ll find a role here that works for you, with career opportunities right across the UK.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.

It’s because of this that we have strived hard to create a One Legion culture that we can all feel part of and succeed in. It’s why we make sure that you have the opportunities you need to learn and develop. It’s why we’re invested in making RBL a truly inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves. It’s why you’re welcome, whoever you might be.

It’s why we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

How to Apply

Please click 'Apply online'

Closing date for this role is: Sunday 21st August 2022

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

A bit about us

Vision Foundation believes passionately that people living with sight loss should have the same opportunities as anyone else. We strive to ensure London is a city that works for everyone and that avoidable sight loss is prevented.

Step by step, we are proving that things can be different. Together, we can save sight and change lives. But we are under no illusion that our task will ever be easy.

Vision Foundation is a sector leader in London standing up for the rights and freedoms of people living with sight loss. The charity funds organisations providing front-line projects and services across the capital, and works collaboratively through researching, building capacity, funding and investing and advocacy.  We’ve been going for a hundred years but following a cultural and organisational re-shaping, including changing our name and branding, we have the energy and drive of a start-up. 

Reports to: Deputy Director of Fundraising

Direct reports: None.

Working hours and contract: Full time and permanent.

Location: One day based at the Vision Foundation’s central London HQ, the rest will be on location in North and North-West London. This role would suit someone based in the North London area.

Requirements: Full driving licence and own car required, or as an example of a reasonable adjustment, access to a car and support worker who can drive (via Access to Work). Expenses for parking and mileage to be paid monthly in arrears. A DBS check will be undertaken for successful candidates.

Salary: £23,000 - £25,000 per annum, dependant on experience

Role purpose

The Collector will have the drive and experience to be part of a high performing team that is committed to bringing about social change for people living with and facing sight loss in the capital.

You will build on the existing links within local communities to increase awareness and fundraising activities. 

Role Responsibilities:

Collections 

• To collect monies raised through collection tins in local businesses to defined targets in the North London area
• To maintain relationships with existing site owners and steward them to ensure their continued partnership with the Vision Foundation
• Secure new and profitable sites for collection tins and respond to callouts in a timely fashion
• Use the digital mapping programmes to predict areas of high income to strategically target areas 
• Keep the database updated with notes on sites and opportunities available
• Deliver collected funds to the London office on an agreed schedule 
• To support with preparations for counting by a third party
• Prepare postal and emailed receipts for sites
• Ensure consumable items are re-ordered and in supply 
• To ensure fundraising is carried out safely, legally and complies with fundraising best practice. In addition, supporting collection tin hosts to understand their legal obligations and identifying and reporting fraud. 

Community Fundraising

• Identify and engage small businesses and other groups – with the aim of securing long-term charity partnerships
• Identify Community Matters and similar schemes in the areas we cover
• Identify and follow up opportunities to secure non-cash or in-kind support, e.g. volunteering, pro bono support, stock donations etc
• To be an ambassador for the charity, supporting the delivery of Vision Foundation’s vision and ensuring that the charity’s profile and reputation are enhanced

Flexibility

• The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as the Vision Foundation develops and the role grows. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time. We will consider reasonable adjustments.

Person specification:

Desirable experience

• Experience of working in a charity or sales environment
• Experience of building relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders
• Competent level IT skills

Desirable knowledge and skills

• An understanding of and commitment to London’s visually impaired community
• Enthusiastic with a positive attitude
• An excellent communicator, able to present information clearly in oral and written form, and to inspire and enthuse others
• Excellent organisation and planning skills, including record keeping
• Ability to manage a wide range of projects, prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to use own initiative and pay close attention to detail; capable of hands on problem-solving, with ability to generate ideas and solutions.
• Ability to adopt a flexible and creative approach in response to new challenges
• Understanding of and commitment to fundraising legislation and codes of best practice 

Equality and Diversity:

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Vision Foundation we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that we have.

Community Fundraiser – East Anglia
Contract Type: Full Time – Permanent
Salary: Circa £28k pa
Location: Home based, covering Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex
Reports to: Community Development Manager
Direct reports: None

About Us:

Brain Tumour Research is an ambitious charity, passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK and challenging the Government and larger cancer charities to increase the national investment for research into brain tumours to £35 million a year and bring parity with other cancers.

Our vision is to find a cure for all types of brain tumours. Our mission is to increase the UK investment in brain tumour research.

Following a year of change we are looking to grow our team in order to increase our contribution to the national investment in brain tumour research and to do more of our vital campaigning work in line with our 2025 strategy.

Job purpose:

As a Community Fundraiser you will support our mission through delivery of strategic plans and objectives, by generating and growing our income through community fundraising activities.

You will help raise awareness by engaging people with our work and by recruiting and supporting the fundraising of individuals, challenge event participants, our Fundraising Groups and Charity of the Year partnerships.

You will help build and sustain our supporter base and provide excellent stewardship at all times.

Main duties:

• Ensure supporters, volunteers and fundraising groups have access to relevant fundraising advice, guidance and accurate signposting, whilst promoting best practice in fundraising.
• Manage, and continuously develop and improve your region through excellent stewarding of existing supporters, regional social media and recruitment of new supporters, including securing new partnerships such as charity of the year and Fundraising Groups.
• Keep our CRM database fully up to date with information about our supporters and their fundraising activities.
• Connect with local neuro hospitals within your area in order to organise regular information stands taking place on brain tumour clinic days, and to book in visits from the Community Development Manager as appropriate.

If you are passionate, energetic, professional and hardworking, and you think you've got what it takes to help us achieve our mission, then we would welcome your application

Please note, in addition to a competitive salary, employment benefits include a generous holiday allowance, occupational sick pay, access to private healthcare, and free parking.

Closing Date: Wednesday 17th August 2022

Early applications are encouraged, interviews will commence before the closing date if suitable candidates are identified.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

No agencies please.