"Fundraising Manager" Jobs
KEY INFORMATION
Location: Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London
Hours: 37.5 hours
Start date: August 2024 (we are happy to work with you and your notice period)
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £43,750 - £48,750 per annum if based in London. £41,250 - £46,250 per annum if based in Manchester, Nottingham, Newcastle or Bristol, plus a £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance.
Application deadline: 12 noon, Friday 12th July 2024.
Early applications are encouraged, as we will assess applications and schedule interviews on an ongoing basis.
ABOUT UPREACH
Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects?
upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2.
We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from lower socioeconomic backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment.
To find out more about how we support our students, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Head of Fundraising & Events will contribute to the growth of upReach through the raising of significant funds; you will have oversight of income generation from various sources including major donors, individuals, trusts & foundations and a portfolio of events. The role will suit innovative individuals with significant experience of fundraising from major donors and at least one of the other specified income streams, and event planning.
You will represent upReach externally, advocating our work and building strategic relationships across our markets. You will be accountable for agreed income targets, developing the fundraising strategy and identifying new opportunities.
OUR VALUES
upReach upholds the following values:
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Perseverance
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Integrity
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Advocacy
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Aspiration
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Proactivity
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
The Head of Fundraising & Events will support upReach's mission by meeting financial targets, recognising when to make the fundraising ‘ask’ and leading the annual budget process. You will use clear, creative written communication to produce convincing cases for support, represent the charity at relevant networking events, work closely with the upReach Development Board and act as an ambassador for the organisation.
Reporting to the Director of Income Generation and External Engagement you will manage three direct reports and support individuals participating in the Future Charity Leaders Programme (upReach’s graduate scheme). You will work closely with the CEO, Programmes and Finance teams and colleagues across the income generating and external engagement team.
The core responsibilities include:
Leadership and strategy
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Lead income generation to realise financial targets in line with the overarching strategy, personal responsibility for securing 5 and 6 figure gifts.
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Provide leadership and inspire staff and volunteers to excel and achieve, champion the upReach values and defined Leadership qualities.
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Commit to the annual appraisal process, including deadlines and develop stretching, SMART OKRs (objectives and key results) to meet our strategic goals.
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Deputise for the Director in their absence and play an active role in the Leadership team.
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Lead the strategic and operational planning process for the functional areas of responsibility and ensure the involvement of relevant stakeholders.
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Keep abreast of developments, changes in trends and patterns, new techniques and legislation. Take responsibility for own professional development.
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Ensure planned activity is delivered in compliance with relevant charity law, other legislation, best practice and corporate policy.
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Act as a senior sounding board to ensure strategic decisions regarding donors and funders resonate with our objectives and mission.
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Contribute to strategic thinking including risk management and mitigation.
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Collate and present timely monthly management reports for each income stream.
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Lead the annual budget and financial forecasting processes to facilitate reporting and strategic-decision making.
Working with stakeholders (internal and external)
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Collaborate with colleagues in the income generation and external engagement team to identify and secure all various income generating and profile raising opportunities, ensuring maximum impact and contribution from funders.
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Lead, champion and model a culture of outstanding donor stewardship and supporter care; including best practice and behaviour.
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Develop and foster effective relationships with key external contacts at all levels, e.g. donors, supporters, suppliers.
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Make the fundraising ‘ask’ as and when appropriate, or support others to do so.
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Respond promptly to requests for information and action from supporters.
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Report and disseminate the key issues to emerge from supporter feedback.
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Manage the complaints procedures for the department and conduct full investigation of all complaints received by the department.
Developing, maintaining systems and procedures
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Determine and manage the operating systems needed to deliver activity and enable effective donor, supporter and volunteer relationship management.
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Effectively develop the donor journey.
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Ensure records in the CRM are up to date.
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Conduct analysis of data from across functions responsible for, drawing conclusions, making recommendations to the Director.
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Ensure the management of systems and processes comply with the organisation’s data protection obligations, charity law and other legal requirements.
People Management and Team Working
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Recruit and lead the Fundraising & Events team, rotatees and volunteers as required.
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Ensure upReach promotes a high performance culture and professional integrity.
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Continue to develop the skills and knowledge of you and your team to ensure you are up-to-date with changing regulation and fundraising best practices.
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Lead and champion the implementation of business improvement and people development initiatives including training and rotations.
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Collaborate with colleagues across the department and organisation.
Major Donors and Individuals
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Develop and implement fundraising strategies to grow income.
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Nurture relationships with donors including high net worth individuals maintaining the highest level of donor care.
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Research, identify and engage prospective donors to secure 5 and 6 figure gifts.
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Lead the team on increasing donors numbers and gift income.
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Develop a legacies strategy and oversee delivery of awareness campaign.
Events
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Oversee the delivery of a sector leading events portfolio, achieving 5 and 6 figure income targets and building a pipeline of future activity.
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Lead the team on the delivery of multiple and complex events and activities at the same time including the Student Social Mobility Awards (SSMA’s).
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Engage, steward and motivate key stakeholders including the Development Board, potential event committee members and other high value volunteers to grow our network and deliver successful fundraising events.
Trusts, Foundations & Corporates
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Oversight of Trusts, Foundation & Corporate fundraising strategy.
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Work with the Senior Fundraising Manager to identify and build relationships with Companies, Trusts and Foundations which are mission and/or programme aligned.
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Support the acquisition of new, multi year funders and existing donors.
Other
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Regular out of office work may be required in order that the organisation is able to deliver on its commitments to its stakeholders
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Some UK travel will be required from time to time
Please note that it is not possible for the job description to cover the exhaustive list of responsibilities of your role due to the varied nature of the role. The job description aims to provide an overview of your remit and core responsibilities.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate should display these skills:
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Influencing, facilitation and communication skills (both oral and written)
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Problem solving and decision making
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Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and deliver to tight deadlines
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Passion and motivation
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Leadership and collaboration skills
This position would be suited to individuals who are committed to upReach’s mission. We are looking for someone who is passionate about social mobility and believes that background should not be a barrier to graduate employment.
To be successful, it is anticipated that you will have significant experience working in a fast paced environment, third sector organisation with demonstrable success in meeting financial targets and motivating others;
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Exceptional relationship building, stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade at the highest level.
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Experience working in a fast-paced environment, maintaining accuracy and working independently to find solutions to problems.
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You have developed departmental strategies, budgets and plans with success in meeting income targets including 5 and 6 figure gifts.
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Managing annual budget reviews and preparing KPI/OKR reports and financial forecasts that help inform strategic decision-making at a senior level.
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Ability to manage and motivate others; working cooperatively with and through people to reach goals.
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Confident, clear and creative communicator and presenter; strong storytelling skills and a proactive attitude.
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You’ll understand fundraising performance metrics and how to use them in the delivery of objectives as well as show competence in charity law as it applies to fundraising
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Sound knowledge of GDPR legislation and other fundraising regulations.
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Independent decision-making within authorised boundaries with the ability to anticipate and find solutions to potential problems.
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Strong project management and problem solving skills, in addition to superb organisational skills to manage a varied workload.
Below you will find a detailed summary of the key attributes required for the Head Of level:
Essential skills:
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Motivation
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Leadership
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Continuous improvement
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Planning and organising
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Problem solving & decision making
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Innovative
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Management (including line management)
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Commitment to social mobility
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Communication
TEAM CULTURE & BENEFITS:
By joining the upReach team, you will be joining a team who are committed to supporting you in your career journey and fostering an inclusive culture.
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Flexible and hybrid working.
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Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days and bank holidays. This increases to 2 additional days after 2.5 years and then to 3 additional days after 5 years of working with us.
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Birthday leave.
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Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members.
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3% Pension Contribution, this increases to 5% after 5 years of working with us.
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Cycle-to-work scheme.
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Monthly socials.
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Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme
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Personal Development Budget, activated after 6 months in the role.
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The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks:
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Disability and Inclusion Network
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Ethnic Minorities Network
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Green Network
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LGBTQ+ Network
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Mindfulness Network
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Parents and Carers Network
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Socio-economic Background Network
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READY TO APPLY?
We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.
Applications close at 12th July at 12pm. Early applications are encouraged as we will be scheduling interviews on an ongoing basis.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
upReach is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, social background or any other protected class. We support workplace diversity and believe it creates dynamic and effective organisations. We are working hard to increase diversity in our team and would particularly welcome applications from ethnic minority candidates.
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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!
Women V Cancer is a unique partnership between Dream Challenges, Breast Cancer Now and Ovarian Cancer Action. Together, we have raised more than £20 million in fundraising across a portfolio of one day mass participation cycling events and overseas multi-day cycling challenges.
The partnership has big aspirations for growth and is looking for someone to join as a Fundraising and Partnerships Officer with key responsibilities in relationship management across the partners, reporting and analysis, events marketing, and participant stewardship.
The right candidate will be a self-driven and experienced fundraiser, whose knowledge of marketing strategies in fundraising and events, alongside an impactful supporter journey, can enable the development and growth of this long-standing partnership. You will have experience of the charity sector, event delivery, and social media marketing.
Key Areas
Marketing and stewardship
- Increase participant numbers on events through comprehensive and diverse marketing campaigns.
- Assist in digital advertising of events including creations of social media campaigns and PPC.
- Assisting in maintenance and digital creation on the branded WVC microsite.
- Develop the partnerships first user-generated video content campaigns, and influencer campaigners, alongside the group Digital Marketing Manager.
- Assist with automated journeys from lead generation marketing.
- Assist with social media channels and assist in creating social media marketing.
- Create and send email marketing campaigns.
- Deliver stewardship journeys of registered participants on events.
- Increase the average fundraising raised per participant.
- Increase engagement and communications across relevant social media groups.
Relationship management
- Build strong relationships with all three parties and represent key stakeholder interests both internally and externally.
- Understand each individual partner’s ways of working, their individual tone of voice and organisational visions and ensure these are implemented across the partnership.
- Coordinate project groups, communications and meetings, working with various teams within all parties to plan and schedule activities.
Reporting and analysis
- Work with the Marketing team and representatives from each of the charities to undertake campaign reporting, as well as post-event analysis including, but not limited to, audience insight and feedback, engagement and attendance rates, and fundraising per participant.
- Establishing a clear payment schedule for both sides for marketing contributions and donations.
- Track performance including registration numbers and income – reporting back to all parties.
- Undertake analysis work to improve understanding of current audience demographics and their interests, reviewing this regularly to ensure accuracy.
- Undertake regular competitor analysis work to scope trends and gaps in the marketplace – looking at how we benchmark ourselves against our competitors.
- Support on the strategic planning devised by all partners, providing insight learnt from the portfolio and audience analysis to help shape this.
General
- Keep up to date with sector knowledge to ensure best practice.
- Identify new trends and scope out new product development.
- Support all elements of event delivery (including volunteer recruitment, training weekends), attending UK and overseas events when required.
- Help identify and build relationships with relevant celebrities or influencers to contribute to the Women V Cancer marketing strategy
- Work alongside charity partners to develop supporter journeys for a series of UK and Overseas events which will increase conversion, average gift and retention.
- Identifying high value fundraisers and create a specific supporter journey for these individuals.
Personal Specification
Essential:
- Strong project management skills: a logical and thorough planner with the determination to see tasks through to completion.
- Experience in charity stewardship and increasing fundraising on live events.
- Experience in marketing events and recruiting participants.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to understand and marry up different priorities.
- Experience with partnership working, ideally across organisations.
- Clear and confident communicator, able to communicate with MDs, charity representatives and individuals taking part in events.
- Third Sector experience in a fundraising or supporter facing role.
- Confident in engaging with supporters who may be vulnerable.
- Excellent time management skills: able to manage a wide and varied workload, prioritising key tasks and ensuring that deadlines are always met.
- Ambition and determination, both personally for your own professional development and for the organisation.
- Knowledge of marketing avenues, including digital and out of home marketing and techniques to enhance and track performance.
- Experience of working with various social media channels.
- Experience of delivering events or supporting on delivery of events.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of the charities involved and what they do.
Only CV submitted with a covering letter will be considered. Let us know why you are applying for this role and why you should be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This role will see the successful candidate manage and develop a portfolio of successful national events. You will be involved in all aspects of the project management cycle from marketing and participant recruitment to supporter stewardship and race day logistics. With support of the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events & Community) you will prepare and track budgets for your assigned events and continuously look for opportunities to improve income and participant retention.
The role requires a good attention to detail, strong prioritization skills, sensitivity and flexibility. Whether you come with direct events fundraising experience or have transferable skills that the role requires, we will support and develop you to excel in your role.
Meningitis Research Foundation is based in Bristol, but the role is flexible and is open to remote working with monthly visits to the office (this will need to be more regular during events season). We offer an annual salary of £23,000-£28,000 (job titles and salary banding currently under review), 6% employer pension contribution and employee assistance program alongside annual leave of 25 days per year. You will report directly to the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events and Community) within the Fundraising Team. This is a really exciting opportunity to join Meningitis Research Foundation and build a career with a world-leading charity working to defeat meningitis.
Key Responsibilities
· Manage a portfolio of national events including TCS London Marathon and Great North Run executing the planning, delivery and evaluation of these events
· Inspire individuals with a connection to the cause to take on events for Meningitis Research Foundation to support our vision of a world free from meningitis
· Deliver marketing and recruitment strategies to ensure we reach our targeted number of participants for each event
· Deliver best in class stewardship (across phone, email, SMS and post) to all supporters ensuring they have the best experience with Meningitis Research Foundation
· Work with the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events & Community) to ensure we maximize income potential from each event through improving key performance indicators i.e. average value
· Develop the events portfolio by evaluating and monitoring current products and seeking out new events when appropriate
· Manage relationships with external partners including event companies, logistical suppliers and fundraising platforms
· Work with the Communications Team and Senior Fundraising Manager (Events & Community) to identify strong supporter stories and PR opportunities
· Seek opportunities to share knowledge and learning with other members of the Events & Community Team
· Identify supporters with high value potential (i.e. corporate or major donor) and ensure they are shared with the Head of Fundraising
· With the support of the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events & Community) create and deliver budgets and KPIs targets for your area ensuring you monitor and report on progress against these budgets and KPIs
· Other duties as reasonable requested by the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events & Community) or Head of Fundraising
Skills and experience required
· Strong project management skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
· Good organisational and administrative skills, able to prioritise, juggle multiple tasks and work to deadlines
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Excellent attention to detail
· IT competent including Microsoft office package, Teams and Outlook
· Numerate, able to understand and manage financial information
· Experience managing external partner relationships
· Proven experience and current understanding of the events fundraising market
· Working knowledge of social media
· Experience using a CRM or database
· Effective team player with an ability to build effective working relationships
· Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
· Ability to demonstrate our organisational values in all areas of your work
· Able to work occasional unsocial hours and a willingness to travel, occasionally overnight for events
If you have any additional questions please contact us for an informal chat.
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In this exciting role you will be responsible for implementing the charity’s Individual Giving, Legacy and In Memory fundraising programmes (target of £1.3m in 2024).
You will manage a team of two with the support from the Head of Fundraising, with whom you will work closely with to develop a series of targeted multi-channelled appeals and campaigns to engage with existing supporters and to attract, recruit and retain new ones.
You will be confident in handling and interrogating data, utilising your experience to deliver insight led creative campaigns across several channels. You will use data to test and learn through the delivery of persuasive and compelling appeals and campaigns - aiming to grow supporter loyalty and inspire repeat donations.
The delivery of exceptional supporter care and stewardship is paramount in this role, the post holder will require excellent communication skills to help deepen engagement strategies with supporters and work with an ambitious, positive, and creative approach - with experience in working collaboratively organisation wide.
Key responsibilities
Planning and implementation Support the Head of Fundraising to plan, lead, implement, and evaluate strategies to:
• Increase individual gifts through enhancing the supporter donor journey.
• Develop new individual giving appeals and campaigns with a focus on direct marketing across various channels to engage with new and existing supporters to generate new income.
• Working with the communications team to design a multi-channelled approach to maximise the reach to the appropriate audiences.
• Develop the required tools and mechanisms to ensure ease of engagement.
• Design and implement a stewardship programme that cultivates long term support across all fundraising streams.
• Work across teams to raise the profile of the charity and its appeals and fundraising activities.
Donor data analysis and segmentation Analyse and segment the supporter base to develop targeted supporter journeys and ask strategies, using donor data from our CRM to:
• Maximise the lifetime value of donors.
• Ensure effective use of supporter data for campaign purposes.
• Manage a continuous cycle of testing for new channels and techniques for acquisition and retention, based on audience insight and sector trends.
• Work with the Head of Fundraising to produce regular feedback reports and analysis.
• Ensure all activities and contacts are managed through the charity’s CRM system.
• Maximise gift aid opportunities.
See attachment for further responsibilities
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the Post/Responsibilities
This is a full-time position reporting directly into the CEO/CFO with an expectation of being on site in the award-winning Caudwell International Children’s Centre in Staffordshire a minimum of 3 days a week, depending on meetings and events. We are seeking an inspirational leader with the ability to identify opportunities and grow diverse income lines to support the Charity’s expanding service delivery.
Responsible for the strategic management and development of the Charity’s income generation, this role will play a pivotal part in taking the Charity to the next level and helping to change the lives of disabled children across the UK and beyond.
The successful candidate will oversee the main public-facing fundraising activity for the Charity, providing strategic leadership and tactical supervision to a growing team of Fundraisers.
You will be expected to develop a robust and diverse fundraising portfolio across several designated income strands to generate increasing levels of fundraising income year-on-year.
It has been recognised that the Charity currently has minimal market share in most standard charity income lines and this role will be fundamental in developing the required infrastructure, resource and ‘products’ to begin growing market share over the medium to long term.
A primary responsibility of the role will be to assess, develop and implement a new donor management system; ensuring new and existing supporters have a clear communication and cultivation journey with assigned fundraisers adopting relationship responsibilities throughout.
The required standard levels of customer service and donor management for all supporter relations across the Charity will be established and promoted to ensure the required levels of consistency.
This growth will occur while maintaining and strengthening the established income lines which already exist, such as Events and Challenges.
Events are a part of Caudwell Children’s DNA and the single largest income generator in the Charity’s Fundraising Department, therefore there will be a specific focus on maintaining and developing this important department.
The role will initially be responsible for developing two designated teams of fundraising colleagues:
- Individual Giving (Team size: 3)
- (Wills & Legacy, Regular Gifts/Direct Debit, Major Gifts, Raffle/Lottery, Payroll Giving).
- Community Fundraising (Team size: 6)
- (Events, Challenges, Mass Participation, Street Collections).
Remaining income streams (Trusts & Foundations, Public Sector Funding, Earned Income and Trading Income) will be managed by the Director of Corporate Fundraising.
As part of the Senior Leadership Team the successful candidate will be responsible for reporting to the CEO/CFO and fellow Directors regularly on strategy and performance.
Monthly reporting to the Trustee Board and regular ad-hoc correspondence with Trustees will also be required.
Success will be monitored annually by the Trustee Board against KPI’s including income growth, ROI and market share.
Person Specification
- Significant experience in fundraising/sales/business development management.
- Demonstrable understanding of the charity sector and professional fundraising.
- Enthusiastic advocate of business planning and sales management.
- Considerable experience and competence in planning, developing and managing the operations of a successful Sales/Fundraising Team.
- Experience and skill in new business development.
- Willingness and ability to undertake basic administrative activities (not expecting of others what you would not do yourself).
- Highly computer literate with strong competence in using mainstream computing packages and products.
- Driven, proactive and productive self-starter – able to work efficiently and achieve a lot under their own steam but not afraid to ask questions when needed and manage up.
- An enthusiastic, driven and sensitive leader – able to inspire and encourage others to give their best.
- Well organised with the ability to prioritise and manage own (and other people's) workload.
- Confident, professional and friendly communicator with a hands on approach.
- Confident to ensure all work complies with Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Data Protection and other policies of Caudwell Children.
This Job Description is not exhaustive. It outlines the general ways in which it is expected you will meet the overall requirements of this post.
Salary for this role is £70k to £80k depending on experience plus bonus and car allowance.
Disclosure and Barring Service Checks
The Charity is committed to safeguarding children and young people and therefore adopts a safer recruitment approach through a robust recruitment and selection process. All posts within the Charity are subject to DBS checks, in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). This role is eligible for a Standard disclosure.
Equal Opportunities
Caudwell Children is a Disability Confident employer committed to offering an interview to all applicants who meet the minimum criteria and declare they have a disability as defined in the Equality Act 2010. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and will not discriminate for any reason against any person because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation. We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background and other underrepresented groups.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button to submit your full CV along with a covering letter detailing suitability for the post. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 10th July 2024.
Thank you for your interest in Caudwell Children.
To change the world so that disabled and autistic children have the choice, opportunity, dignity and understanding they deserve.
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We are seeking an experienced fundraiser who is enthusiastic about helping us to achieve our ambition to scale by growing our income and supporters.
This is a new role, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape our strategy across all funding streams. As a small charity, we are looking for someone that will bring extensive knowledge about fundraising and managing the operational aspects of the role, e.g. CRM management and compliance, to help us increase income and cultivate supporters.
This presents an exciting opportunity for a rising fundraising star to build on their experience and change the trajectory of many young people’s lives as you make your mark for a great cause.
Main duties and responsibilities:
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Develop, deliver and monitor the fundraising strategy for the Charity
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Establish a process for active stewardship
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Day to day management of income targets and ensuring a healthy pipeline
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Work with the CEO to ensure fundraising targets are met and manage an effective pipeline across different income streams: corporates, trusts & foundations and individual giving.
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Research and drive new opportunities for multi-year commitments from trusts and foundations
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Source and nurture corporate supporters – both corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sponsorship
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Work with the wider team to develop a consistent approach to our individual funding ask from alumni.
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Lead on the preparation and submission of high-quality, effective applications and report on grants awarded.
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Create a programme of cultivation events which nurture existing partnership relationships and underpin the creation of new ones.
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Oversee the development of inspiring digital content and collateral to attract new and retain funders and fundraisers to the charity.
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Ensure accurate record-keeping of corporate partnerships and relationships in our CRM system.
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Ensure that our work complies with fundraising best practice, GDPR and other relevant legislation.
Person specification
This role requires an ambitious, passionate and determined individual with outstanding written and verbal communication skills. You’ll be curious, inclusive, creative, flexible, resilient and have a collaborative working style with a proven ability to work as part of a small team.
You’ll have an excellent understanding of the English language and a keen eye for detail. You’ll flourish working to deadlines which you will meet because of your exceptional time management and organisational skills.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate
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At least three years fundraising management experience
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Evidence of alignment with our mission and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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Lived experience of disabling or marginalising barriers.
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A background in the Corporate and/or Trusts world.
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Experience of developing a fundraising strategy.
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Excellent planning and project management skills with the capability to switch/prioritise tasks quickly.
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Experience of writing compelling fundraising applications and funder proposals.
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A track record of securing multi-year, five-figure donations.
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Experience of monitoring and reporting against targets and strong budget management skills.
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A thorough knowledge of the relevant fundraising legislation, regulations and financial issues.
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Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
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Strong IT skills including an understanding of CRM systems.
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Self motivation with an ability to use your initiative.
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That they are resourceful, imaginative and full of creative ideas.
To advance the educational and professional prospects of black-heritage students so that society is an accurate reflection of the talent available.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Digital Marketing and Brand Communications Manager
Reports to: Director
Direct Reports: None
Location: Remote
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 37.5 hours
Salary: £27,000 to £30,000 per annum
Freedom for Animals is seeking an experienced Digital Marketing and Brand Communications Manager to work with the Campaigns and Fundraising functions to develop and grow our digital channels. The successful candidate will be a passionate and creative individual with excellent knowledge of creating and disseminating key messages about our work to a range of audiences as well as strong brand skills to communicate the brand values of the organisation across all marketing activity.
Purpose of Role:
To work with the Director, other staff and the Board of Trustees to develop and deliver an effective digital marketing and branded communications strategy to ensure Freedom for Animals is able to deliver its campaign objectives and build its brand and ensure brand loyalty.
Key Responsibilities
● To ensure all material adheres to the brand values, identity and marketing strategy, aligning this with the strategic plan for the organisation
● Plan, develop and schedule creative and innovative social media content to reach Freedom for Animals’ key audiences across a range of social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok
● Work with Fundraising Manager and Campaigns Manager to produce high quality content for website, e-newsletters, e-zines including key messages and high quality infographics
● Monitor and analyse Freedom for Animals social media platforms and create a set of metrics to measure social media success
● Maximise Search Engine Optimisation to ensure our key messages reach as wide an audience as possible
● Oversee brand compliance, ensuring all staff adhere to brand guidelines
● Develop a branded marketing plan with Fundraising with oversight on Campaigns activity looking for opportunities for promoting the organisation and its fundraising
● Be responsible for the design and production of all FFA printed materials, ensuring they create brand engagement, are compelling to read, working alongside Fundraising, Campaigns and other key staff
● Develop, manage and deliver the Charity’s digital strategy, aligning this with key brand values and ensuring FFA has a strong branded presence on all digital media channels
● Lead on website management, supported by Fundraising and Campaigns, ensuring all content is up to date and accurate across the FFA websites (Main, SEA LIES and mobile zoos)
● Lead on content production such as blogs and web articles, supported by Campaign staff and volunteers
● Develop key stories to be used across channels that communicate the brand values, aims and objectives of the Charity
● Work with Fundraising Manager and Campaigns Manager on the delivery of a monthly e-news update
● Work with Fundraising Manager and Campaigns Manager on the delivery of Release, Freedom for Animals’ biannual Newsletter
● Work with Fundraising to develop and promote a range of branded promotional materials and merchandise
● With the Campaigns Manager, contribute to maintaining the media contacts database and an archive of press releases (online/offline)
● Ensure that Freedom for Animals has a strong branded presence at relevant events to promote campaign and fundraising initiatives
● Represent Freedom for Animals and promote our campaigns and fundraising where appropriate
● Ensure Freedom for Animals always complies with Marketing best practice and any relevant legislation
Data Management
● Work with other staff to ensure that data is kept in line with current legislation GDPR/Data Protection and that details are promptly updated when required
Finance
●Work within allocated budget
Strategic Planning
● Contribute to Operational and Strategic Plans alongside the Director and other team members, in consultation with the Board of Trustees
● Attend planning meetings and other meetings as required with the Board of Trustees
● Monitor and report on progress against relevant Operational and Strategic Plans
Human Resources
● Manage volunteers as required
● Co-ordinate and chair staff/volunteer meetings as required
Other
● Work within the policy framework of Freedom for Animals and adhere to the terms laid out in the employee handbook.
This task list is not exhaustive and the post holder will be expected to carry out any activity that is commensurate with the role of Digital Marketing & Branded Communications Manager within a small charitable organisation.
Person Specification
Essential
●Supportive of Freedom for Animals ethos, mission, vision and charitable objectives
●Broad experience of brand and delivering branding strategy and its application across all activity
●Excellent knowledge of social media channels and how to use them effectively
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
●Excellent editorial and copywriting skills
●Good understanding of Search Engine Optimisation
●Team player with strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, volunteers, supporters and external stakeholders
●Ability to take the initiative and bring new, innovative and creative ideas to the table
●Ability to multi-task, manage time and manage changing priorities effectively
●Ability to travel as required, work flexible hours, including some weekend and evening work
●Ability to plan workload but also to react quickly to emerging issues when required
Desirable
●Degree or vocational qualification in Digital Marketing / Communications
●Knowledge of animal protection issues relating to animals in captivity including zoos, mobile zoos, aquariums, bird of prey centres, circuses, exotic pet trade and the use of animals in television, film and other media
●Experience of working with a grassroots supporter base
Freedom for Animals is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a diverse, equal and inclusive working environment.
Please submit a covering letter and CV. In the covering letter briefly outline how your skills, knowledge and experience match the key responsibilities of the role and also the essential and desirable criteria listed in the person specification
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Rainforest Trust is a leading global organisation sponsoring the creation and expansion of protected and conserved areas, playing a central role in combating biodiversity loss and fighting climate change. We have already placed over 50 million acres under permanent protection across 72 countries, and recent surveys show that 99% of the rainforest we have protected since 1988 remains intact.
Rainforest Trust UK (RTUK) is set up as a separate charity to tax-efficiently raise funds from donors here in the UK for Rainforest Trust’s conservation projects. We are currently a team of 8 (part-time) people, but we are affiliated to, and supported by, the Rainforest Trust team in the U.S., which has a team of about 45 staff.When asked what they love most about working at Rainforest Trust UK our staff say it is feeling they are making a difference and taking direct action on some of the biggest issues of our time - climate change, biodiversity loss and Indigenous Peoples' rights. They also like being part of a small, friendly, and supportive team, where they feel they can have a direct input into decisions and our direction.
In 2023 the global charity raised $46 million for conservation projects in Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The UK charity contributed £2.2m of this, and we are confident there is significant potential to increase our income from donors here. So, we are looking for an experienced, passionate, and highly personable fundraising professional to join our UK team, to help us identify, approach and cultivate relationships with new private individuals with the potential to make major contributions to our work.
This is a maternity cover contract so the successful candidate will need to get up to speed quickly, taking over responsibility for delivering the new Major Donor fundraising plan. The successful candidate will have previous experience of managing high level relationships and a track record of securing high value (5 and 6 figure) donations or new business. You will have outstanding interpersonal skills and be a confident communicator and able to build trusted relationships swiftly. As this is still a new role, in a relatively young charity, your ideas will help shape this work and you will play a crucial part in driving the growth and sustainability of our fundraising in the UK.
You might have existing experience working with high-value donors, however we also welcome applications from candidates who have transferable experience from other areas - for example a sales or account management background.
Key Responsibilities (see attached job description for full list)
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Proactively research, identify, and cultivate a list of new potential donors (high-net-worth individuals), building a pipeline of people to approach for support.
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Build and strengthen relationships with both existing and new supporters - developing and personally managing and inspiring a portfolio of individual donors and prospects, soliciting 5 and 6-figure gifts.
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Lead a programme of relevant cultivation and networking events, including receptions and lunches, creating engaging opportunities for donors to increase their giving to a higher level.
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Develop inspiring and compelling ‘case for support’ literature
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Regular stewardship including personalised updates, donor touches, invites to webinars/events etc
Person Specification - see attached job description document
Working Arrangements and Travel Requirements
Rainforest Trust UK staff work remotely and you will be expected to work primarily from home with an excellent internet connection. You may be based anywhere in the UK but you will be expected to work from a shared team space in London once a month, and your donor meetings/events are most likely to take place there.
The postholder will be required to host networking events and attend some online meetings with our partners in the U.S so some (early) evening working is required. We are also flexible as to how many hours this postholder works, and will consider a 3-5 day per week arrangement, depending on experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Rainforest Trust UK is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our work will bring benefits for our people, our organisation and our charitable purpose. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief or any other protected characteristic.
Thank you for your interest in this role. If applying, please take time to submit your CV and covering letter, as well as completing the two additional questions. Please also send us a completed Diversity Monitoring form which you need to send to us separately. If you are shortlisted we will contact you by 26th June, and first interviews will take place on 3rd and 4th July. We look forward to hearing from you.
Rainforest Trust saves endangered wildlife and protects our planet by creating rainforest reserves for the benefit of species, people and the planet.
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About The Connection at St Martin’s
We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.
London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
- You will develop, manage and grow an enthusiastic and motivated team of challenge event participants, pioneer our involvement in the collaborative London Walk event, lead on our Special Events programme, and identify new opportunities and networks for our Community Fundraising remit.
- You will manage the Events Assistant, with a particular focus on their work on our annual Pilgrimage event.
- You will have a strong track record in Events and Community Fundraising, with a solutions-focussed mindset.
- You will have experience in translating sector best practice into action, and to be excited at the prospect of innovating and pursuing new Events and Community Fundraising opportunities for the organisation.
- This is a maternity cover role until June 2025
Full job description can be found on our website
Salary: £38,917
Closing Date: Sunday 30th June
Interview Date: Tuesday 9th July
Our Benefits
· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget
· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy
· Enhanced family friendly policies
· Day off for moving house
· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)
· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)
We are a London Living Wage employer
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Community Fundraising Officer – Temporary Position from July 24 for 6 months (£24-25k)
Remote working with regular travel to the West Midlands and London as required
Why join the UK Sepsis Trust (UKST)? Because there’s an exciting opportunity to work for a significant cause and help build its sustainable future. We’re building our new fundraising team and this temporary role will play an important part in accelerating our ambitious plans to increase annual income during 2024/25.
You will become the fourth member of the Fundraising Team (there are 3 full time staff) and will help to support the fundraising team.
Sepsis is the immune system’s overreaction to an infection or injury. There are over 245,000 cases each year in the UK with approximately 48,000 deaths. UKST aims to reduce preventable deaths from this ‘killer’ condition. We achieve this by:
· Raising awareness
· Supporting those affected by sepsis
· Educating health professionals
· Lobbying political organisations for better sepsis and severe infection care
Key Responsibilities
1. Deliver supporter journeys i.e. fundraising resources and stewardship communications to maximise supporter numbers, retention and engagement.
2. Use UKST’s CRM system (Raiser’s Edge) to accurately capture fundraiser information and key data contributing to the improved development and implementation of fundraising processes.
3. Communicate proactively and effectively with team members to pass on all relevant information, deliver excellent supporter care and to maximise fundraising opportunities.
4. Provide excellent customer service members of the public, either via phone, mail and in person, help to develop Fundraising activity whilst also offering our Support Services where necessary.
5. Represent the charity as and when required in schools, local businesses, and community groups, including speaking at events if – not essential
6. Keep up to date with best practice in fundraising and ensure compliance with the latest legislation and guidelines.
7. Assist in prioritising & managing enquiries about our Community Fundraising Programme via our dedicated inboxes.
8. Work collaboratively with the fundraising team and our Communications and Marketing Team to ensure maximum press and social media coverage is obtained for UKST’s community fundraising activities.
Day to day activities will include:
1. Managing an inbox and replying to enquiries in a timely and professional manner
1. Problem solving for fundraisers – finding the optimum way they can achieve their goals
2. Support the Event Team Lead with sending out merchandise
2. Download Giving reports and send thank yous to donors and fundraisers
3. Record Supporter details on CRM
4. Cover for holiday periods and manage an inbox in their absence
To be successful in this role you will have:
1. Experience of working in fundraising in a UK registered charity
2. Experience of donor relationship management using a fundraising CRM.
3. An understanding of community fundraising.
4. A proven track record of working effectively in a team.
5. Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills.
6. The ability to prioritise diverse workloads and meet shifting demands.
7. Flexibility to work evening and weekends as necessary and travel when required.
8. The ability to undertake most of your work remotely, and plan and co-ordinate your day effectively.
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Would you like to join an organisation where you can make a real difference to what we can achieve for conservation? You will play a pivotal role in achieving our strategy and mission by leading the development and delivery of VWT’s impact-led fundraising and communications. As well as grant fundraising, which forms the backbone of our project funding, there is considerable scope for you to grow our unrestricted income and help VWT continue to respond flexibly to mammal conservation opportunities and organisational priorities.
The communications function of the role will primarily be linked to fundraising but with a strategic lead and overview of VWT communications.You will need to be a skilled and strategic leader with strong interpersonal and management skills and an excellent track record in generating income from a variety of sources. You will also have experience in communications and promoting the brand of an organisation.
The Trust offers a quality employment package, the chance for continued professional development and the opportunity to engage with your co-workers across Britain and Ireland.
Our Mission is to conserve threatened mammals by leading the way with scientifically sound conservation work
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Battersea’s Income Generation department plays a pivotal role in making sure we can be here for every cat and dog now and in the future. Working with colleagues across the organisation, we provide members of the public and organisations with opportunities to engage with Battersea and to support our work. Our Public Fundraising Team is responsible for generating income from new and existing supporters through direct marketing and fundraising events.
We are looking for an interim Head of Public Fundraising to lead and manage the Public Fundraising function at Battersea to achieve targets, deliver exemplary supporter experience and maximise income in line with the Income Generation strategy whilst adhering to Battersea’s high standards of compliance. They will manage the delivery of sustainable income and achieve income growth in line with Battersea’s organisational strategy through the implementation of the Public Fundraising strategy, budgets and operational plans.
As a member of the Income Generation leadership team (ILT), they will also provide direction, support and guidance to the team, fostering a culture of safety and professionalism across the organisation.
This is a 6-month opportunity.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 23rd June 2024
Interview date(s): 4th - 5th July 2024 (1st round); 15th - 16th July 2024 (2nd round)
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
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Who are we? We’re The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice. We’re a well-established charity located at 20 Dumbreck Road, Bellahouston Park, Glasgow G41 5BW. The hospice provides specialist palliative care for people with a life-limiting, progressive illness, and support for their families and carers.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our team as Head of Fundraising. This pivotal role is responsible for spearheading our fundraising efforts, nurturing key relationships and driving and growing income generation to support our strategic and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead and grow our diverse fundraising team, covering areas such as Community, Key Events, Key Relationships, Business Development, In Memory, Legacy, Individual Giving, and Trusts.
· Collaborate with the Director of Income Generation and Digital to develop and implement a robust fundraising strategy.
· Foster a culture of excellence, cooperation, and innovation within the team to exceed financial targets and KPIs.
· Engage with high-profile individuals and businesses, expanding our donor base and securing support for fundraising initiates.
· Represent the hospice at networking events, delivering presentations to enhance our public image and brand awareness.
· Transition the team away from traditional fundraising methods through event delivery, pivoting into stewardship and relationship based fundraising methods.
Ideal Candidate:
· Proven experience in fundraising and team management.
· Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
· Strategic thinker with a track record of meeting and exceeding targets.
· Passionate about palliative care and the hospice mission.
Please note, we do not hold a Sponsorship Licence and are therefore unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK.
Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care for our patient and families whilst making a lasting difference. Apply now to become the Head of Fundraising at the Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice.
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· Are you looking for role in fundraising that will give you exposure to the full range of fundraising activities?
· Would like to be part of ambitious, creative, and dynamic team?
· Would you like to raise funds for an award-winning charity which supports refugees and asylum seekers?
The Bike Project is looking for a new Fundraising Executive to join our team. This role supports all of our fundraising activity so will give the post holder exposure to all areas of fundraising from Major Doors to Corporate Partnerships, Events and Fundraising Appeals. Alongside this the role will manage the relationships and support given to our Community Fundraisers and our participants in London to Brighton and Ride 100 events.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about raising money to fund the work of The Bike Project. You will need to have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects. The role holder will need to have experience working in customer service and be confident using digital platforms and apps to enhance working practices. Although desirable, fundraising experience is not essential as training will be provided.
Being a small charity, we work in an agile manner which allows for creative ideas to flourish and new ideas to be implemented quickly. We hold donation sessions weekly out of our London and Birmingham workshops, so there is opportunity to see the impact of your work first hand.
As a team member at the Bike Project you’ll enjoy a fantastic benefits package, including extended family leave, a standard holiday allowance starting at 25 days and increasing with each year of service, access to the Reward Hub, and an Employee Assistance Program.
We particularly encourage applications from disabled, and global majority candidates, and those who have personal experience of being a refugee or the asylum system.
Closing date: Thursday 20 June at 11:30pm. Interviews scheduled for Wendesday 26 of June.
To apply
Please apply via Charity Job website with a C.V and cover letter which highlights:
· Why you would like to raise funds for The Bike Project
· Highlight your skills, experience, and knowledge which you think would make you a good candidate, ensuring you cover the points of the person specification.
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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious fundraising leader to take the helm at a well-known and much-loved local charity. Here at St Peter’s Hospice, we have significant plans for growth over the next five years and we’re looking for a dynamic and strategic Head of Fundraising to deliver that growth. An exceptional relationship builder both externally and internally, you will put acquisition, retention and supporter care at the fore in order to deliver our ambitious targets. Spearheading the department, you’ll be a highly visible presence and someone who can demonstrate past success in delivering growth strategies. You’ll use your experience across diverse income streams including legacies, philanthropy and committed giving, to ensure we meet the objectives and KPIs set out in our five year plan. Whether you’re an experienced Head of Fundraising or looking for your first role at this level, you’ll bring a strong fundraising background, ready to lead the Hospice in the next exciting stage of our journey.
The benefits:
- Flexible working
- Free car parking
- 27 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Access to discounts and offers from the UK's most popular retailers and service providers
The details:
- Working 30-37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Permanent position
Key responsibilities:
- Lead delivery of the fundraising strategy and agreed targets
- Develop, monitor and manage annual budgets
- Lead, motivate and inspire the fundraising team to meet objectives
- Responsible for compliance and risk management across all fundraising activities
- Grow and develop the team and income in order to meet the ever-growing need for patient care
What we are looking for:
- An experienced and innovative leader whose enthusiasm and knowledge will drive the team to achieve great things
- A strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and an analytical approach
- A fantastic relationship builder ready to represent the Hospice and drive income growth
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