Legacy Fundraising Coordinator

Location: The Cedars

Status: Permanent

Salary: £16,055 - £20,615

Closing Date: October 21, 2019 5:00 pm

We are looking for a dynamic coordinator to help us grow our vital income from legacies through efficient administration and effective marketing of gifts in wills that have been left to Compton Care. You will be joining a busy and expanding fundraising team and will be helping to deliver a new income generation strategy with a focus on great supporter experience.

Role requirements:

• Manage and administrate a legacy caseload – dealing with enquiries, correspondence, updating the CRM database and ensuring all matters are dealt with in a compliant and legal manner.
• Act as first point of contact for all Legacy Giving enquiries, notifications and pledges.
• Deliver a gold standard supporter experience and a clear communication plan for each pledge or gift in will.
• To effectively market legacies in order to secure pledges from supporters and meet legacy income targets.
• To collaborate with other fundraising team members to deliver and grow key legacy fundraising initiatives such as Make a Will Month.
• Seek to engage with industry professionals such as solicitors, estate and wealth management services etc in order to market Compton Care’s need for legacies.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (including Maths and English) or equivalent.
• Experience of Legacy administration
• Knowledge of fundraising databases or commercial equivalent
• IT literate with good experience of MS Office and database systems as appropriate for the role
• Experience of promoting fundraising campaigns, events or products.

Surrey Wildlife Trust is a conservation charity for everyone who cares about nature in Surrey. We focus on protecting the wonderfully rich natural life that is found across our towns and countryside ensuring that future generations living in Surrey will be able to enjoy the sense of wonder and well-being that nature offers.

CF Fundraising Ltd recruits new members on behalf of Surrey Wildlife Trust and are looking to grow our team working on behalf of this inspirational charity. Working in pre-booked, high footfall venues on either a full or part time basis, this is a unique opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the work of the Surrey Wildlife Trust.

Key facts about the role

This is an employed & salaried role (not self-employed), starting salary £20,800 based on a 40-hour week (pro-rata for part time).  There is also an uncapped performance related bonus scheme, 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and pension scheme. Full & part time opportunities are available.  You will be working throughout Surrey in pre-booked, high footfall venues.

This role really does make a difference. You will be the public face of the charity, seeking new members to support by way of regular monthly direct debit donations.

You will have excellent communication skills, be confident interacting with the public and able to work under your own initiative.

Ideally, you will:

• have worked in a customer-facing role such as Direct or Field Sales, Fundraising or Customer Service with experience of working to targets
• be an effective, persuasive, passionate and engaging communicator able to create a rapport in a face-to-face situation
• have a positive attitude, high level of self-motivation and a strong work ethic
• enjoy the variety of travelling and working in a different environment each day
• have the flexibility to work weekends
• You must have a full driving licence and your own vehicle

All uniform, equipment and point of sale materials are provided - including an electronic tablet.  Accommodation will be provided if staying away plus a contribution towards travel expenses will be paid.

What happens next:

If you’re excited about the opportunity to work on behalf of this great charity and would like to hear more then please contact us at CF Fundraising Ltd, would love to hear from you.

In the first instance, please forward your CV to Joanne Hill together with a note explaining your interest.

Permanent, full time position - 35 hours per week

Closing date: 22 October 2019

Interview date: 1 November 2019

This is an exciting opportunity to join a new team at Marie Curie. This role, along with others like it across the UK, is being created to meet our strategic priority of better engaging those with an experience of, and affinity to, our cause. We are a genuinely local service, staffed and used by the people of the Cardiff. By better demonstrating this to the local community, we aim to truly engage them in our work, to generate the financial support we need.

As Fundraising Engagement Lead, you will build strong relationships with local Marie Curie staff, across both Caring Services and Fundraising and enable teams to work together more effectively. Externally, you will engage the wider community in Cardiff and Vale and beyond with the work of Marie Curie and show how crucial fundraising is for us to continue serving the community.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of quickly building relationships and credibility. You will be able to spot opportunities and act on them, adapting your approach as appropriate. You will be comfortable working with a high level of autonomy, but within the structures of a shared team strategy.

Please see job description for full details. Interested candidates should complete an online application form.

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.

Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

This is an ideal opportunity to join one of London’s hidden treasures. Covering over 1.5 acres in a central London location, Vauxhall City Farm is home to over 60 animals and for 42 years has given Londoners the opportunity to experience the sights, sounds and smells of the countryside along with riding for the disabled, education and training for the local community and beyond.

The Fundraising Officer will report to the CEO and work closely with the Deputy CEO, Marketing Officer and the programme managers to apply for revenue and capital funds.  The post holder will build relationships with potential and existing funders to generate income for Vauxhall City Farm’s impactful educational, recreational and therapeutic programmes. The post holder will have exceptional administrative and IT skills with experience of managing a database of funders.

Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter, highly motivated and have 2 years experience of seeking funding from trusts, statutory bodies and companies.

Farm or agriculture experience is not required, although experience in visitor attractions would be desirable.

This opportunity is offered as 2 year contract (subject to possible extension).

About the role:

The Andrew Simpson Foundation seeks a Fundraising Officer to join our foundation team in raising significant gifts to transform the lives of the people we work with through sailing. Reporting to the CEO, the Fundraising Officer will be responsible for identifying and developing relationships with grant-making organisations, high net worth individuals and corporate partners who have, or may, support key charitable projects run by the organisation.

There is also significant opportunity to develop and grow community fundraising and individual giving income streams which will form a part of this role’s development.

As the sole fundraiser, you will be required to work closely with other members of the Foundation team whilst also quickly prioritising the opportunities available to you.  This role is a great opportunity for someone with a few years of professional fundraising experience to take on greater responsibility and to direct the future of fundraising at the Andrew Simpson Foundation.

About you:

The successful candidate will inherit an established portfolio of organisations to continue working with and updating but there is huge opportunity to explore new income streams. With a new range of exciting and innovative charitable projects coming up, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow the future of fundraising at the ASF.

You will have experience in major partnerships whether in corporate or philanthropy however candidates with a variety of fundraising backgrounds will be considered. An informal chat before the application deadline can be arranged.

This role is a full-time position of 35 hours a week (although part-time and flexible terms will be considered for the right candidate) which can be based at any of our three UK centres and we can also accommodate some level of home-working. You will also have plenty of opportunities to visit our centres across the south of England as part of the role.

To apply, or for more information, please send your CV along with a covering letter outlining why you feel you meet the requirements of this role.

You may have experience of the following: Trust Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Officer, Fundraiser, Donor Management, Charitable Trusts, Charity, Charities, Not For Profit, Fundraising, Corporate Fundraiser, Major Gifts Fundraiser etc

Closing date: 11th November 2019

Interviews: Week commencing 25th November 2019 in Portsmouth

Introduction

The Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR) was established in 2007 as a voluntary network of civil society organisations who are committed to working together, and engaging with partners and other stakeholders, to increase community resilience and reduce disaster risk around the world. The network is vibrant and fast growing, presently consisting of 850 member organisations in over 140 countries across virtually every geographical region of the world.

The network is supported by a small but effective Secretariat team comprising of UK and regionally-based staff. The secretariat is legally constituted as a UK charity with the main responsibilities of facilitating the development, coordination and implementation of strategy, work plans and budgets, including supporting the mobilisation of adequate resources.

As GNDR works grows in scale and impact, we are looking for an ambitious and persuasive person to join the secretariat and lead the network’s fundraising. GNDR’s fundraising strategy aims to diversify our funding so as to ensure a sustainable long term financial base to support the realisation of GNDR’s new strategy whilst maintaining independence of action.  There is a unique opportunity to make a valued contribution to an innovative and rapidly growing civil society network.

Position in Organisation:

• Responsible to the Programme Manager 
• Part of the Secretariat team and active participant in cross-team working groups
• Works in close collaboration with GNDR Secretariat staff (particularly Finance / Grants staff), Global Board, membership, donors and partners
• Represents GNDR with donor organisations, partners and other fund managers

Overall Scope of the Role:

1. Funding Proposals/grant applications
2. Pipeline coordination
3. Donor liaison and relationship building
4. Grant reporting
5. Training and Capacity Development

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

The remit of this post will cover the following core tasks and responsibilities:

1. Donor liaison and relationship building

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with existing and potential institutional donors, private foundations, trusts, corporates and/or partner organisations at head office and regional levels, maintaining relationships with regular visits and interactions
• Develop a range of networking contacts and keep abreast of development within the institutional funding sector, including with peer agency counterparts
• Identify best options and engage with private sector under corporate social responsibility and/or cause-related marketing programmes
• Maintain knowledge of current fundraising procedures and legislation affecting fundraising activities within the charitable sector
• Join relevant fundraising networks / alliance and attend fundraising and marketing events
• Support regional staff with the development of strategic relationships with in-country / regional donor offices.

      2. Fundraising proposals/grant applications

• Research and horizon scanning for new donor calls, analyse donor trends and maintain relevant knowledge on donor priorities, rules and legislative requirements.
• In close consultation with other Secretariat members, coordinate the development and submission of high quality funding applications to relevant donors and resource providers at regional and global levels.
• Track and monitor the outcomes of applications to ensure funding proposals are fully considered by donors and relevant data is provided.
• Analyse and disseminate the reasons for success or failure and corrective action necessary to improve the success rate of future funding applications.
• Support and guide regional-based staff in the above tasks.
• Optimise relevant pages on GNDR website to engage individual donors

      3. Grant reporting

• Coordinate the preparation and submission of high quality donor progress reports.
• In collaboration with the Finance team and relevant Secretariat staff, coordinate and assist with the management of a portfolio of donor-funded contracts
• Maintain contract information, electronic documents and hard copies of documents related to our relationships with donors.

      4. Training and Capacity Development of Staff and Members

• Provision of advice, training and capacity building support to enhance the fundraising and grant management capacities of GNDR staff and members at national, regional and global levels.
• Develop and implement plans to support members in their fundraising
• Provision of regionally-appropriate advice, training and good practice / knowledge products to GNDR regional-based staff and members to support greater ownership and regionalisation of GNDR financial base (including legal registration processes)
• Encourage a spirit of fundraising amongst GNDR staff, board and wider membership.

Fundraising Officer

Part of the Public Fundraising team, the Individual Giving Coordinator will work within the Retention and Acquisition teams and focus on supporting the Public Fundraising team to enable the execution and delivery of effective fundraising campaigns, including Raffle, Weekly Lottery, Cash, Regular Giving, Digital, Telemarketing, Direct Mail, Face to Face and DRTV campaigns. You will be supporting this high-performing team to raise vital funds and increase engagement through the production of effective donor communications.

Fundraising Officer Responsibilities:

Support the Public Fundraising team to enable the execution and delivery of effective fundraising campaigns, including Raffle, Weekly Lottery, Cash, Regular Giving, Digital, Telemarketing, Direct Mail, Face to Face and DRTV campaigns. You will be supporting this high-performing team to raise vital funds and increase engagement through the production of effective donor communications.

Fundraising Officer Requirements:

You must be very organised, and able to manage multiple projects and have excellent verbal, numerical and written communication skills.

RNIB is committed to being an Equal Opportunities organisation and we welcome applications from people with sight loss.

About RNIB Royal National Institute of Blind People:

Working for RNIB means working for one of the UK's biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK. We're looking for talented, enthusiastic people who love a challenge and want to make a real difference working for a charity.

Location: Based Near Kings Cross, London

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 36 hours per week

Salary: £22,509 to £25,000 per annum (Including London Weighting).

Benefits: 26 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), which increase with service. Excellent pension schemes.

You may have experience of the following: Fundraising Manager, Individual Giving Manager, Donor Management, Fundraising, Fundraiser, Business Development, Senior Fundraising Officer, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, Marketing Manager, Marketing Co-ordinator, Direct Marketing, etc.

Ref: 89606

We are looking for an outstanding and innovative Head of Fundraising and Events with the drive, experience, skills and flair to transform the Cathedral’s income generation as, with a new Dean, we develop a shared strategy and vision.

This exciting role will play a key part in Portsmouth Cathedral becoming a more financially secure and strategically entrepreneurial part of the city of Portsmouth, fulfilling our need to be more intentional and pro-active in raising the money we need to deliver our mission.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable senior experience in charities or voluntary sector bodies across a wide range of fundraising activities, most especially in developing and marketing income generating events, increasing individual giving and submitting applications to trusts and foundations.

The post holder will be the sole fundraiser employed by the Cathedral and be responsible for the  Cathedral's fundraising operations and activities.  Some administrative support and volunteer help may be available and the Cathedral recognises that further investment in fundraising may be necessary in due course.

Specific Responsibilities

Strategic:

• To review and implement the Fundraising Strategy approved for Portsmouth Cathedral.

• To work with Chapter to develop a culture throughout the Cathedral Community that is understanding and supportive of fundraising.

• To promote and manage the Cathedral as a key space for a variety of events which generate income and raise the Cathedral’s profile within the city and beyond.

• To take a lead on the fundraising stream for the Centenary of the Cathedral and Diocese.

• To establish methods of measuring impact from our activities for fundraising, to feed into the strategic direction of the Cathedral.

Operational:

• To take responsibility for the review and updating of the Cathedral’s Case for Support, including the elements that make it up.

• To take responsibility for a major fundraising campaign arising from the strategic plan that includes: NLHF; income-generating one-off events; developing the Cathedral shop; measuring footfall and enhancing people discovery.

• To establish a donor giving programme, including relationship building, ongoing and themed legacy campaigns, and effective donor methods, including on-line.

• To enhance donor care, including recognition, effective communication, and data protection;

• To support the Cathedral’s theme of charitable giving as a Christian duty; develop congregational giving; work with Chapter on new charitable giving initiatives.

• To take the lead on funding applications to trusts and foundations, using Cathedral community contacts, company donations from within the Diocese of Portsmouth and the relationships with the Royal Navy through the Cathedral of the Sea theme.

• To market the Cathedral as a venue for hire for meetings, conferences, concerts and other special events and fundraising activities.

• To liaise with colleagues within the Cathedral, including Chapter and the Finance and Investment Committee, and externally with other cathedrals.

• To produce income and expenditure budgets, and make proposals about investment in fundraising operations to the appropriate Cathedral bodies.

• To provide training to staff and volunteers who are connected with fundraising activities or duties;

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Portsmouth Cathedral offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance.  Relocation expenses may be available.

Relocation expenses may be available.

Interviews: Thursday 14th November 2019

Fundraising Executive

You will join us as a Fundraising Executive responsible for generating income by managing and developing relationships with a portfolio of charitable trusts and foundations capable of giving grants between £1,000 and £10,000.

Fundraising Executive Responsibilities:

The position will be responsible for researching, cultivating and stewarding a mix of warm, lapsed and new donors. You will be required to work with others across CLIC Sargent to produce accurate reports and write compelling funding proposals.

Working as part of a supportive team, this role is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their fundraising and charity career.

Fundraising Executive Requirements:

- Experience of fundraising in a previous role, either in a paid or voluntary capacity
- Excellent research and communication skills
- Confidence in building relationships over the phone, via email and face-to-face
- Exceptional organisational skills
- An eagerness to learn more about philanthropy and, specifically, trusts fundraising
- Proficient IT skills including experience of using databases

About CLIC Sargent:

Today, 12 children and young people in the UK hear the shocking news they have cancer. CLIC Sargent is the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people, and their families, and provides them with practical, emotional and financial support. You can be a part of helping them cope with cancer and get the most out of life.

What we offer

In return for your commitment, we offer a great reward package, which includes generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme and season ticket loan.

We are always looking for talented people from all backgrounds, to join us and help improve the lives of children and young people with cancer and their families. We particularly want to encourage people from under-represented groups to step forward and apply to work or volunteer with CLIC Sargent.

CLIC Sargent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Location: London

Hours: Full Time, Permanent, 35 hours per week

Salary: £23,959 per annum

Closing Date: 21 October 2019
Interview Date: 29 October 2019

You may have experience of the following: Philanthropy Coordinator, Philanthropy Assistant, Philanthropy Executive, Philanthropy Officer, Fundraising Assistant, Fundraising Coordinator, Fundraising Administrator, Fundraising Executive, Fundraising, Fundraiser, Charity, Third Sector, Charities, Not for Profit, NFP, etc.

Ref: 89638

Fundraising Administrator

Based in Central London

Salary range £28,413.00 - £31,519.00 per annum ILW + Pension

Full time: 36.5 hours a week

WLM has been doing extraordinary, pioneering work for the last 130 years. Our work empowers hundreds of people affected by homelessness, addictions and trauma to lead more fulfilling lives.

We are seeking a Fundraising Administrator to support our work. We need a strong team player who can confidently look after the core administrative functions of the fundraising team: managing the database, stewardship of our supporters, processing donations and maintaining financial records.

If you have good organisational and planning skills, and a keen interest and commitment to supporting vulnerable people, we would love to hear from you!

To apply:

• Please visit our website for details.
• Closing dates for applications is midnight 27 October 2019.
• Interview dates to be confirmed.

Designability is an independent charity that transforms the lives of disabled people and those with long-term health conditions through the design of assistive technology. We research, develop and create helpful products which meet unmet needs in society. All of our work is funded by donations, research grants and product royalties. Every penny we receive is spent on bringing new designs to life.

We're seeking an enthusiastic Fundraising Officer to join our small fundraising team as we look to expand our existing income generation streams. You'll be responsible for developing and delivering a calendar of fundraising events and community initiatives and working directly with fundraising volunteers, as well as supporting individuals, groups and businesses with their own fundraising.

Previous fundraising experience is not essential and transferable skills will be considered, this position would suit anyone who has worked in a sales or public facing role previously. You will need to have great interpersonal skills, be confident when meeting new people, and have a desire to find new opportunities to promote the work of Designability and our case for support. There is plenty of scope within this role to put forward and develop your own fundraising ideas and a good level of creativity would be a benefit.

Entry Level/Junior Fundraiser

Salary: £18,000

Primary Location: Chell Fundraising Ltd, Unit 2, 263 Woodhouse Drive, Wigan WN6 7NR

Responsible to: Fundraising Director

Primary Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (occasionally evenings and weekends)

Hours: 37.5 per week

Starting: January 2020

About us

Chell Fundraising Ltd was founded to give affordable, high-quality fundraising solutions to charities throughout the UK. We exist to support charities of all sizes with their unique fundraising needs and have a vision to see a time where charities are no longer held back due to lack of funds. We now have an exciting vacancy for a driven individual to join our small and passionate team with opportunities to professionally develop as our organisation grows.

About you

We are looking for someone who shares our vision, has excellent creative writing and verbal communication skills, as well as a genuine heart for the third sector. For this role, fundraising experience would be an advantage although not a requirement as full training will be given. 80% of our clients are churches and Christian ministries. This being the case, whilst it is not an occupational requirement to be a practicing Christian, it would be advantageous if you were familiar with Christian culture in the 21st Century. 

The Role

You will help to deliver a wide range of fundraising packages, each tailored to our client’s brief and supporting our fundraising consultants. When representing a client on any fundraising task, you will communicate on behalf of each client with their specific voice, visions, passions and ethos. Based on your skills and experience this could include:

• Trust fundraising 

• Event Management

• Direct Mail and Online Giving Campaigns

• Major Donor/Corporate Fundraising and Prospect Research

• Fundraising Training

 Apply

Please do read through the Job Description and Person Specification for this role before sending a CV and covering letter to our Fundraising Director, Mark Perkins

Stage 1: The first stage of the application process will be an informal phone interview. 

Stage 2: If successful we will then invite you to the second stage interview held at our office in Wigan

RSPCA-WHS is at a pivotal point in is growth and we need someone with the creativity and drive to ensure we are maximising on all income generating opportunities. We are seeking a Fundraising and Events Officer to support the implementation of our Fundraising Strategy. The post holder will work closely with the Operations Manager, staff team and volunteers to increase income from individual supporters, members and through our events.

You will work to integrate our member base in all our fundraising and plan and deliver a programme of events that will raise funds and profile for the branch and support membership growth. You will have experience of either fundraising or events support and will be able to demonstrate experience of budget management. You will be keen to design and implement systems and processes to enable us to deliver our Fundraising Strategy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to grow, develop and gain valuable skills and experience. You will be playing a key role in enabling RSPCA-WHS to help, rehabilitate, love and home animals who have been through the most horrific situations.

We are looking for a dynamic fundraiser to join our experienced and dedicated team at Bristol After Stroke.   Established 36 years ago, Bristol After Stroke is an independent local charity helping people rebuild their lives after stroke. Our services offer a unique combination of practical, social, emotional and psychological support to stroke affected people and their carers and loved ones.

This role aims to support Bristol After Stroke raise funding to support our services and ambition.

Main duties include:

•Work to generate unrestricted and restricted funds from the local community, local businesses, trusts, foundations and grant making bodies.

•Identify groups, committees, individuals, and organisations in the area to develop and support fundraising efforts.

•Be proactive in fundraising networking, keeping abreast of changes and new developments within the fundraising environment.

•Manage relationships with existing and new funders.

•Submit targeted proposals to donors that meet funding priorities.

•Research into potential funding bodies that would fund Bristol After Stroke’s work

•Develop and support a fundraising committee

To apply send your CV along with a covering letter explaining how you meet our person specification.  Any enquiries please call 0 1 1 7 9 6 4 7 6 5 7