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Our small team is growing!
At Raise Your Hands, communications and marketing is not a bolt-on to operations, it’s the driving force of what we do as an organisation. This new post is a reflection of our commitment to that.
RYH exists to innovate in the philanthropic space. We act as a conduit between exceptional small charities that change young lives and companies/people who want a different experience of giving.
As Communications Manager you’ll be creating content that targets our specific donor group, supports the stewardship of those donors and implements digital marketing plans designed to optimise lead generation and conversion.
The role offers a high level of flexibility and a chance to work within a truly innovative and dynamic non-profit organisation.
Salary - £33,000-36,000 FTE pro rata
Hours - Between 21 hours (0.6 FTE) and 28 hours (0.8 FTE)
Location – Fully remote working, with monthly in-person meetings in London.
Flexibility – We are committed to a healthy work-life balance and are truly flexible in our working culture. We will consider job share, compressed hours and flexible hours.
About Us
Raise Your Hands supports 16 exceptional small charities that improve the lives of children and young people across the UK.
We fundraise on behalf of the small charities on our platform, targeting donors that would normally be out of their reach. We do this by innovating in the fundraising space with a particular focus on corporate partnerships and pioneering events.
We work a lot with the finance sector, and we aim to produce communications that cut through and offer a fresh voice in this space.
We’re a small organisation that punches above our weight in terms of impact. We’ve donated more than £2m to date and helped improve the lives of 538,679 children and young people since 2015. We're working to reach 1m by 2030.
Requirements
This role would suit someone with a strong history of using the power of words to inspire positive action, an eye for solid design and experience of digital marketing to business audiences (either as part of a B2B or charity corporate fundraising programme).
The successful candidate will enjoy versatility and the creativity that comes from working in a small team with big ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
- Content Creation: Develop engaging content for LinkedIn, original articles, guides, website, email newsletters, social posts, and impact reports
- Marketing and Fundraising Collateral: Production of collateral for Dot Impact, Midnight Madness and other new events, including pitch decks and brochures.
- Testing Fundraising Ideas: Produce marketing materials for new fundraising initiatives and pilots.
- Marketing Activity: Implementation of existing marketing plan which includes organising talks, events, and webinars to engage new audiences and seeking opportunities for third-party posts, articles, and podcast appearances.
- Donor Pipeline and Stewardship: Work with the Development & Partnerships Manager to produce content for lead generation and donor stewardship.
- Digital Marketing: Run paid acquisition campaigns, optimise user journeys, and use Google Analytics to track effectiveness.
For more information on the role and what we are looking for in a candidate please read the full Job Description below.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 that describes how you meet the essential elements of the person specification (which can be found in the Job Description). If you would like to contact us for an informal chat, please get in touch via our website.
Application Deadline: 10am on Monday, 24th June
Interviews: Between 27th June and 3rd July (TBC)
Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and young people across the UK!
Please send a CV and a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 that describes how you meet the essential elements of the person specification.
Raise Your Hands supports a platform of 16 exceptional small charities that improve the lives of children & young people around the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Sightsavers is looking for a Head of Institutional Funding - a vital role within our expanding institutional funding team to lead the development and implementation of a portfolio of work currently focused on West Africa and lead on the development of strategic partnerships with individual institutional donors
Salary: £58,000 - £65,000
Location: UK remote - with very occasional travel to Haywards Heath, when required
Contract: Permanent
Hours: This is a full-time role with some flexibility around hours worked and lots of home working
We are looking for an experienced institutional funding expert to lead and manage a busy portfolio. This is a role in which the successful candidate will need to juggle multiple and complex projects. Key duties will include:
- Leading the development and implementation of a portfolio of work within the institutional funding team (IFT) currently focused on West Africa (17 Anglophone, Francophone and Lusophone countries), and lead on the development of strategic partnerships with individual institutional donors as prioritised.
- Providing direct line management and strategic support to a sub-team within IFT, that will support continued income growth and contract management, in line with the Institutional Funding strategy.
- Managing existing grant / contracts falling within the remit of this role and secure new income to the organisation.
- Supporting programme learning and capacity building of country office teams and partners and to deputise for the Director of Institutional Funding
This role is involved and multi-faceted with regular meetings across the organisation. This is a full-time role that may be worked from home for the majority of the time however some visits to our offices in Haywards Heath, West Sussex (RH16 3BW) will be required. On average this is likely to be twice per year. If you prefer to work from or are visiting our collaborative, modern office space, you will find it an easy 20-minute train journey from Brighton or 45 minutes from London. Programme travel to West Africa and other locations will also be necessary - we anticipate approximately three trips per year, usually of one week each.
Further information about the role.
This is a varied role, please read the for further details. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.
Sightsavers offers some fantastic benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous annual leave allowance, pension, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships and wellness discounts.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced individual with great multi-tasking skills from an INGO or consultancy background. To succeed in this role, you will need
- Extensive experience of working in government or statutory funding for an international development organisation
- Proven track record of having raised and managed significant funding from a range of institutional donors e.g. DFID, USAID, EC, major foundations
- Experience of support and capacity building of non-programme funding specialists in grant application and grant contract management
- Line management experience
- Demonstrable strong organisational and multi-tasking skills
- Established relationships with major multilateral and bilateral donors
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills
- Project coordination skills
- The ability to train and develop others' understanding
- An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for disabled people
- Willingness and ability to travel overseas regularly for proposal development, workshop delivery and donor visits
- Strong spoken and written French would be of particular benefit
To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please submit a CV and covering letter via our recruitment portal. We anticipate that remote interviews will take place in late June/ early July and the evaluation process will include an initial timed, written task to be completed by shortlisted candidates in advance of this and a presentation at second interview stage. We are keen for the successful candidate to be in post as soon as possible but encourage applications from all candidates with the relevant skills and experience.
As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.
In line with its commitment to safe programming and recruitment, Sightsavers participates in the inter-agency (MDS) administered by the . Through collaboration with other MDS members, Sightsavers aims to ensure that there are no sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment issues relating to potential new hires and that we can respond systematically to checks from fellow MDS members. This ensures our work is accountable, delivered to a high standard and supports safeguarding across the development and humanitarian fields.
Reports To: Director of Growth & Engagement
Salary: Points 33-37, £31, 152 - £34, 404
Department: Growth & Engagement
Location: Central Office, Belfast
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, mainly Monday to Friday. A hybrid working system is in place (at least 2 days in office per week).
A flexi-time system is in operation and reasonable hours outside of this will be required to fulfil the duties of this position (some evening and weekend work).
Job Purpose: The Individual Giving and Legacies Manager will lead the development and execution of our mass marketing activity to grow our supporter base, and maximise every individual donor’s lifetime value to Simon Community.
By creating powerful fundraising campaigns, optimising supporter journeys, and diversifying income streams, including through digital channels, we can foster a strong sense of connection and loyalty among our valued supporters, and inspire a movement of support to end homelessness across NI.
Essential Criteria:
- At least 3 years proven experience in a fundraising, brand, or marketing role, including with elements of digital marketing, data analysis or insight.
- Proven track record of exceeding targets (financial or otherwise).
- Proven ability to write engaging copy for different audiences across varied channels.
- Significant experience and confidence in using a CRM and building processes for storage and reporting.
- Experience of budget and project management.
- Excellent working knowledge of digital marketing tactics and channels.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience of working in a fundraising/charity context.
- Line Management experience.
- Proven track record of using data analysis techniques (and audience insight) to drive decision making.
- Experience of using Canva or MS Publisher
- Experience of using Raisers Edge NXT database.
- An understanding of the issues affecting homelessness and/or voluntary sector in Northern Ireland.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Strong project management skills with ability to oversee end-to-end campaign processes.
- Creative flair for storytelling, with first rate written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent workload management skills and ability to prioritise to meet targets and deadlines
Why work for the Simon Community?
We offer an extensive benefit package, including:
- Pension Plan
- Employer funded Healthcare - Benenden Health and Health Shield (includes savings on gym memberships and retail outlets)
- Death in Service Benefit
- Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Compassionate Culture
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
- Management Development Programmes
- Long Service Awards
- Blue Light Card Scheme.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about creating unforgettable events that make a real impact? Join this charity as a Senior Events Manager and take the lead in their dynamic fundraising events portfolio.
Key Details:
- Salary: £47,000 - £53,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
- Location: London-based/hybrid working with some UK and International travel (minimum 1 day per week in the office on a Monday)
- Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (some weekends and evenings required)
About the Role:
As a Senior Events Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Director of Development to build a sector-leading international corporate events programme. You'll manage a balanced portfolio of high-profile events and participatory fundraising initiatives, ensuring each event aligns with strategic goals.
Your Responsibilities:
- Strategic Event Planning: Work with the Director of Development to devise cost-effective, high-impact events.
- Corporate Events Management: Oversee board-level events, challenge events, and international flagship events.
- Royal Events: Liaise with royal representatives to ensure the seamless delivery of events attended by members of the royal family.
- Regional Events: Develop and execute regional events aligned with the charity's global strategy.
- Budget Management: Create and manage event budgets, ensuring maximum ROI and timely invoicing.
- Line Management: Supervise two Events Coordinators, guiding them to deliver exceptional events.
What they're looking for:
- Someone with proven expertise in events management and fundraising, with a track record of delivering high-quality, complex events.
- Have exceptional organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage budgets, negotiate, and influence stakeholders.
- A proactive self-starter with a creative and solutions-focused approach.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
If you are looking to take the next step in your career, working with stakeholders and creating extraordinary events on an international scale, apply now by submitting your CV and a statement (up to 500 words) outlining your suitability for the role.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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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!
Chief Executive Officer
Croydon / Hybrid
37 Hours per week
£79,000 per annum
Since 1981, CAYSH has been dedicated to transforming the lives of young people and vulnerable adults, providing safe homes, and unlocking life-changing opportunities. As a charity and not-for-profit based in vibrant South London, we’re on a mission to expand our impact across London and beyond. After the retirement of our current CEO, we are looking for a passionate individual to be part of our journey to redefine care and support, making a lasting difference in the lives of those who need it most.
We are seeking a dynamic professional with a proven track record in organisational leadership and development to join our passionate team as CEO and lead our organisation into continued success.
Are you the right person for the job?
· Strategic leadership experience and experience of working with a board
· Education to degree level or hold a relevant Level 5 qualification in a relevant field
· Significant experience in managing the finances of multi-million-pound organisations and managing budgets, with a proven track record of good stewardship and delivering surpluses
· Substantial experience in income generation through fundraising and the new business process with historic success in procurement and pricing contracts
· Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and inspire others effectively
· Awareness of the needs of young homeless people and vulnerable adults, and knowledge of safeguarding processes
· Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong interpersonal skills
· Organised, self - motivated and results centred approach with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement
· Experience leading an organisation through change and of addressing HR related and employee relations matters effectively
· Commitment to work out of hours, to suit the needs of the business
What will your role look like?
You will provide strategic leadership and direction to enable the CAYSH group to achieve its mission – to provide a safe home and better futures for young single homeless people and vulnerable adults.
Working in collaboration with the Board of Trustees/Directors and the leadership team, you will ensure the effective operational performance and success. The role is pivotal in continued growth and sustainability of the organisation and to improve the lives of our service users.
Main Responsibilities
· Drive the values of the CAYSH Group, raise its profile and develop a motivated and high performing workforce which is responsive to the needs of service users
· Be responsible for compliance with the organisation’s legal and regulatory duties
· In collaboration with the board, develop and implement strategic and business plans
· Oversee the CAYSH Group’s budgeting process and monitor financial performance
· Proactively grow income by developing business opportunities and securing donations
· Oversee the tender process with the Executive team, directing the acquisition of new business with governmental and charitable organisations and local authorities
· Support the leadership team to achieve their objectives in the areas of business development, operations, financial management, business support and compliance and HR, ensuring that outcomes for service users are at the heart of all we achieve
· Be a champion for equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring that these principles are integrated into all aspects of the CAYSH Group and that its HR and employment processes match the values and ethos of the organisation
· Lead in creating an engaging and positive culture that inspires and motivates our passionate and hard-working team
· Undertake the role of safeguarding lead for the CAYSH Group and have sound knowledge of health and safety processes
· Undertake other activities as requested
What can you expect in return?
· Company pension – enhanced employer contribution
· 25 days’ annual leave in addition to bank holidays
· A range of non-pay benefits, including professional development and training
· Access to an Employer’s Assistance Programme offering a range of personal and employment support services
· An Occupational Health and Wellbeing support service
· Flexible working patterns, including hybrid: our current hybrid working pattern is two days a week from home and the other days working from the CAYSH head office in Croydon. However, we are open to accommodating other flexible working needs
Your data will be handled in line with GDPR.
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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!
We are seeking an exceptional candidate who is committed to help Arty-Folks flourish within both the mental health and creative sector in Coventry and Warwickshire. You will hold fast to all that is unique and special about Arty-Folks.
Our new CEO will build the team and organisational structure that will take Arty-Folks forward as we transition from our current CEO and Founder who is retiring in the next 2 years.Since the pandemic, Arty-Folks has more than tripled the number of people we support, and demand for our service that provides immediate access continues to grow. Our new CEO will lead our expansion plans.
The role requires strategic leadership and operational oversight that ensure the charity's growth and ability to handle increasing demand, while maintaining the high quality of its services. It is essential that as the head of a small team our CEO is closely connected to our day-to-day operations whilst maintaining a strategic viewpoint that drives innovation, co-production, fundraising, and collaborations.
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
- Committed and passionate about mental health, the visual arts, and putting people first.
- Leadership experience & team mgt.
- Ability to create plans, budget and manage financial controls
- Demonstrable success in fundraising.
- Experience of working in a similar sector.
- Strong knowledge of the Coventry / Warwickshire area.
Responsibilities
Strategy
- Working with the Board to articulate a clear and compelling vision for growth with realistic and measurable goals for scaling our program and social impact.
- Communicating effectively between the Board of Trustees and our team, and ensuring daily activities align with the organisation's strategic plan and KPI’s.
- Working with the Board of Trustees to mitigate organisational risks and enable decisions that will protect against major business disruption
- Ensuring business plans progress efficiently while ensuring required resources are available.
- Developing effective collaborations with VCSE organisations, the NHS, Public Health and community partners to provide our members access to a wide range of services.
Stability
- Overseeing the development and optimisation of the organization's infrastructure, including technology, facilities, and human resources, to support increased capacity.
- Overseeing the robust financial management of our finances to ensure long-term sustainability, compliance, and efficiency.
- Developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that builds and nurtures strong relationships with existing and prospective funders.
- Building capacity by recruiting top talents as Trustees, staff or volunteers, offer training and support to equip them with the skills needed and to develop their leadership skills.
- Supporting our staff team with professional development, good working conditions, supportive management, and regular performance appraisals.
Scalability
- Ensuring evidence-based systems for monitoring and evaluating the impact of our service are implemented, using service user data and feedback to make informed decisions and adjustments.
- Writing high quality impact reports that are comprehensive, transparent, and wellstructured to effectively communicate outcomes and social return on investment.
You will be supported by and work alongside our Artistic Director who will be stepping down from her current CEO role.
Annual Holiday - 29 days including statutory holidays (pro rata)
Probationary Period - 6 months
Rate of pay - £36,000 per annum pro rata (£21,600 for 3 days/wk)
The company has a contributory pension scheme with NEST.
CEO reports to Arty-Folks Board of Trustees
Employment terms
Employment with Arty-Folks will be subject to the following checks prior to a start date:
- A satisfactory police record check to include an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Receipt of satisfactory references
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
How to Apply
Submit your CV and covering letter demonstrating how you meet the essential skills and experience.
We will conduct a rolling interview process so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Pleae read our full recruitment pack on our website.
We exist to inspire people recovering from mental health problems to realise their full potential and lead fulfilling lives through the visual arts
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Development Manager to maintain and build on our successful track record in fundraising.
You will bring your experience of charity fundraising, ideally in theatre or the wider cultural sector, but this could come from a range of sectors. You will play a key role in supporting the organisation to deliver its vital advice and advocacy work for the UK’s theatres, to create exciting new programmes and to further grow our profile and reputation.
Reporting to the Director and working closely with all members of the staff team, including support from the Administrator (shared with three other managers), the Development Manager will lead on fundraising for the organisation. You will ensure we are able to maintain existing activities and grants programmes and support the development of exciting new activity strands to support and promote the UK’s vibrant network of theatres.
You will be joining at an exciting time as we deliver Theatres Fit for the Future, our new three-year strategy and as we transition to new leadership. You will also be supported by an excellent and engaged Board and Fundraising Committee. The role offers an opportunity to play a key role in supporting the three-year strategy and building on our successful fundraising track record.
We strongly encourage people with disabilities and people who are from ethnically or culturally diverse backgrounds from across the UK to apply as Theatres Trust is keen for the team and its work to be informed by and representative of the diverse communities it serves.
Salary £45,000-50,000 per year (FTE)
Full-time / Part time (minimum 3 days) – by negotiation
Central London office / hybrid working available
To apply, please download the job pack, application form and equal opportunities monitoring form from the Theatres Trust website.
Deadline for applications: Midday on Wednesday 26 June.
Interviews will be held in person at our London office on Tuesday 16 July.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
About us:
The Childhood Trust is London’s child poverty charity. Children growing up in poverty face multiple and complex challenges which limits their potential and development, leading to poor health and life chances in adulthood. Our work is focused on supporting the 700,000 children living in poverty in London.
Since 2013 The Childhood Trust has raised more than £31 million through our matched fundraising campaigns that have enabled us to fund the delivery child poverty projects across all London boroughs, engaging more than 390,000 children and young people to date.We are now looking to take our fundraising to the next level and need a talented Senior New Partnerships Manager to help us get there.
The role:
This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in our fast-growing Fundraising Team, and leading our new business efforts by identifying, cultivating and securing new corporate partnerships at the six and seven-figure level as well as playing an active part in the wider team’s endeavours to secure and uplift our corporate partnerships.
You will report to our Director of Development and will manage and grow our relationships with like-minded businesses across multiple industries to generate income and engage new audiences for the Childhood Trust to achieve our strategic goals.
You will be someone who thrives in collaborative, innovative, and dynamic culture, enjoys working autonomously and have an appetite for continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities:
· Build cases for support to engage funders. This will involve working with the Corporate Partnerships Team and wider organisation to build compelling cases for support for a variety of corporate partnerships, including strategic partnerships, COTY, Cause Related Marketing campaigns and sponsorship opportunities.
· Identify corporate partnership opportunities. This will involve conducting research to manage and grow a pipeline of corporate partnerships opportunities worth £50k+ and/or with significant media and communications value.
· Develop cultivation plans for key prospects and target industries to increase support for the Childhood Trust.
· Proactively approach and build new relationships with corporates, securing and attending meetings.
· Develop and deliver high quality communications to secure new corporate partnerships. For example, this could include brochures, proposals, and pitches which communicate the charity’s work, strategy, and a case for why companies should support the Childhood Trust.
· Work collaboratively with the Account Management team to embed new partnerships to ensure they are managed appropriately.
· Contribute to setting the annual budget and carrying out regular review of the pipeline
· Contribute to the ongoing development and execution of The Childhood Trust’s strategic goals.
Person Specification:
· Proven track record of personally soliciting corporate partnerships at the six-figure level and above
· Experience of dealing with C-suite individuals and senior volunteers
· Excellent personal presentation and communication skills, and attention to detail
· High level of numeracy, IT literacy and competence
· Experience of budget setting and monitoring
· Use of Salesforce
· Solid knowledge of governance and regulations related to fundraising and the charity sector
Skills and Competencies:
· Ability to build strong, authentic relationships with supporters, stakeholders and colleagues at all levels.
· Ability to manage multiple projects, identify conflicting demands and establish clear priorities in order to meet agreed objectives.
· Ability to work flexibly on own initiative and as part of a wider team.
· Resilience, resourcefulness and flexibility to overcome challenges.
·Commitment to the values of the Childhood Trust.
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Excellent pension scheme
- This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our office for this role is in London, Victoria and you would be expected to attend the office twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday). The role may involve occasional travel and attendance of events in the evening.
Application Instructions:
Please see the application pack for more details and apply via the link on Charity Jobs.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews will be held from 10th June at our office in Victoria, London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Corporate Partnerships Manager to join the National Theatre Development Team.
The purpose of the role
The Corporate Partnerships Manager is responsible for delivering, renewing and evolving new and existing high-value, long-term corporate partnerships. They will work with the Senior Corporate Account Manager to support the team in delivering best-in-class account management. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will also support with new business and revenue generation through securing additional income.
The ideal candidate will have experience in managing a variety of corporate accounts and have a good understanding of the partnerships landscape and stakeholder management. The candidate will be a creative problem solver, with exemplary relationship building and customer service skills. The role will be focussed on both account management and new business. The candidate will have an ambitious approach to generating revenue through income growth opportunities and new business both with existing accounts and new prospects for the National Theatre.
The successful candidate will have the following:
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Proven track record of securing income and managing partnerships/sponsorships, possibly gained within a target driven environment.
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Experience of negotiating bespoke partnership deals and benefit packages and composing commercial participator agreements or similar legal contracts.
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Demonstrable experience of managing stakeholder relationships, preferably with c-suite involvement
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Ability to effectively chair and manage external partner meetings, taking a confident and proactive approach whilst also being responsive and accountable for meeting outcomes
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Commercial awareness with knowledge of various corporate sectors
If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!
Please note
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Monday 17th June 2024 at 12 Noon.
We support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid – your time will be split between our office/venue on Bristol Harbourside, and your home or wherever you like to work, however we would like the successful candidate to be able to commit to at least two days a week in our Bristol office.
We’re happy to support a flexible working pattern across three, four or five days a week. You just need to be able to attend key meetings, have some crossover with the rest of the Development team and deliver the responsibilities of the role.
Department: Development
Report to: Gifts and Partnerships Manager
Salary: £24,000 - £32,000 per annum, (£40,000 pro-rata), dependent on whether the contract is 0.6 or 0.8 FTE (see Working Hours below)
Contract: 18-month fixed term contract
Working hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours a week (0.6 FTE) OR 30 hours a week (0.8 FTE), flexible over 3, 4 or 5 days. This may include attending events outside of normal working hours.
About We The Curious
We The Curious is an educational charity and one of the UK's leading science centres.
We produce experiences that bring people together to play, get creative with science and explore different ideas.
We work with partners, locally and nationally, supporting people to be inquisitive, develop new skills and improve their wellbeing.
We are progressive, inquisitive, collaborative, playful and creative.
Our Why, What & How
Our vision
What if everyone is included, curious and inspired by science to build a better world together?
Our mission
To connect and empower people through sharing creative experiences which celebrate unknowns in science.
Our pledges
_Cultivate Curiosity
_Strive for Sustainable Futures
_Include Everyone
_Build Resilience
_Open Up Science
You can find out more about these in our Manifesto.
Our Values
_Inquisitive - Asking questions
_Progressive - Thinking about what's next
_Playful - Embracing the unexpected with a sense of fun
_Creative - Generating and testing new ideas
_Collaborative - Being inclusive, connecting and valuing
Our Strategic Priorities
/ SP1 - We will deliver collaborative, curiosity-led learning projects to reduce inequality and improve life chances.
/ SP4 - To deliver our charitable mission, we will strengthen existing income sources and seek new opportunities to deliver long-term financial security.
/ SP2 - Our team and those we work with will reflect the diversity of our city, delivering a more inclusive experience.
/ SP5 - We will provide opportunities for people to explore new ideas, develop skills and influence scientific research.
/ SP3 -We commit to being a carbon net zero organisation by 2030 and will inspire audiences to take positive action for our planet
About the role
We The Curious is about to enter an exciting new phase in its mission to connect and empower everyone through shared creative science learning experiences, as we prepare to reopen after two years of closure in early 2024. Our new multi-year strategy, Plan 2030, encompasses numerous major projects for which we must develop and cultivate support.
The Development Team is responsible for fundraising across the whole organisation and the stewardship and development of our donors and supporters. The other members of the team are the Development Manager, the Gifts and Partnerships Manager and Development Account Manager. We are looking for a Trusts and Foundations Manager who is collaborative, organised and an excellent communicator to join the team to help us maximise and unlock some very exciting fundraising opportunities.
As Trusts and Foundations Manager you will use your skills in research and persuasion to identify grants funding opportunities, establish new relationships and write and submit proposals to trusts, foundations, Lottery funders, the local authority, universities and research councils. Working closely with the rest of the team and project managers from other departments you will raise between six and seven figure sums for our programme of creative science learning and inclusion projects.
What will you do in this role?
Role specific responsibilities
_Identify new grants funding sources, including trusts and foundations, research councils and statutory/government funders.
_Prepare and submit high quality funding proposals, expressions of interest and budgets in accordance with strict deadlines and application criteria, to a diverse range of funders, for up to seven-figure sums.
_Work closely with internal departmental teams to develop We The Curious projects so that they are ready for fundraising and write detailed and compelling cases for support that include timelines, budgets and evaluation and reporting plans.
_Support the funding applications of other partner organisations by collaboratively drafting budgets, attending project development meetings and writing letters of support.
_Support the Development Account Manager to cultivate potential funders, including attending on-site visits and events, phone calls and delivering presentations to secure support.
_Support the Development Account Manager to manage a portfolio of funders including overseas relationships, fulfilling reporting and public recognition requirements, thank you letters, regular communications and other correspondence.
_Liaise with the finance team to record new income and report on expenditure in accordance with funder deadlines.
_Support the Gifts and Partnerships Manager and Development Manager in identifying new strategic opportunities and exploring new types of income stream. This may include presenting to the leadership team. Contribute to the delivery of the fundraising strategy, including proposing financial targets for grants, lottery and research income.
_Work closely with the Open City Research (OCR) Manager to identify and pursue new funding opportunities for our ambitious OCR programme and work with the finance team to establish a new funding model for this activity. Support the Gifts and Partnerships Manager and Sustainability and Science Director in cultivating high-value stakeholders in STEM and research sectors.
_Assist in the implementation of the Development Team’s migration onto a new CRM database working closely with the Development Account Manager to customise the database for the Development team’s needs.
_Work with the finance team to understand our financial position and as requested by the Finance Director, contributing to key organisational financial documentation, such as the annual business plan.
_Manage Fundraising Volunteers supporting the administrative workload of the team and attend Volunteer Key Contacts meetings.
_Attend and occasionally present at We The Curious staff meetings, exhibition launches, project meetings, project development presentations and meetings as required.
General responsibilities
_Develop and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of We The Curious’ planned activities for communities and schools to present our work persuasively to funders and partners.
_Embody and demonstrate our values; Collaborative, Creative, Inquisitive, Playful, Progressive.
_Responsible for carefully following safeguarding policies and procedures and raising any concerns to manager/Designated Safeguarding Officer.
_General responsibility for departmental compliance with GDPR.
_Occasional out of hours work and travel to events.
What we’re looking for from you
_You’ll have at least three years of fundraising experience, with success at delivering against financial targets and strict deadlines. You’ll have the ability to network, build and manage funding relationships with a wide range of funders and other stakeholders.
_You’ll be confident explaining and pitching ideas to internal and external stakeholders.
_You’ll have experience of working very closely with project delivery teams to develop projects, ensure they know what they need to deliver for funders and monitor their expenditure.
_You’ll have excellent budget management skills, the ability to work independently and effectively and will be confident reporting on six or seven figure budgets.
_You will have good understanding of the financial and regulatory environment charities operate within.
_You’ll have some technical knowledge and experience at using and developing fundraising databases.
_You’ll have experience and confidence in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
_You’ll have the ability to understand We The Curious’ broad-ranging project content and tailor it to appropriate style and content for target funders.
_You’ll have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
_You’ll ideally have an understanding or experience of working in education, culture and/or science charities.
Application process
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 2nd July at midnight
Interview date(s) and location: 16th and 17th July 2024 at We The Curious offices in Bristol
Start date: 9th September 2024
If you would like to apply, please complete the application form. It contains questions designed to assess your interest in and suitability for the role.
Please don't send in CVs or cover letters as we don't review them.
We appreciate interviews can be stressful, so we try to make them more of a conversation and a chance for you to tell us about how your skills and interests make you the right person for the role.
If you are invited for an interview, we'll send you the questions that you'll be asked beforehand so that you have time to prepare.
If you have any particular needs or requirements, please do let us know so that we can make the required adjustments.
If you would like to talk about the role or the application process, please contact us.
Support during the process
We The Curious is a Disability Confident Employer and we welcome applications from candidates who self-assess themselves as having a disability. We will guarantee an interview to applicants who advise that they have a disability and who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy. To help you, under the Equality Act 2010 a person is defined as having a disability if a) they have a physical or mental impairment, and b) the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
We want to work with you to ensure the recruitment process is accessible for you.
If you are disabled, neurodivergent, or if you have a long-term health condition, we’ll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to our processes for you.
You’ll have the opportunity to let us know about any adjustments you may need throughout the application and selection process. We’ll continue this conversation if you join us as a staff member, and we’ll work with you to make sure you have the adjustments you need to succeed in your role.
Examples of adjustments could include:
_providing alternative formats at every stage
_options to apply
_extra time for tasks
_providing some extra information about what to expect
_office orientation before an in-person interview.
Including everyone
We value the positive impact greater representation will have on our organisation, programmes and culture. It’s our goal to become an inclusive place to work and for our teams to better reflect our city and the people who visit us.
We welcome applications from people of all lived experiences and particularly those that are not well represented* in the science centre sector.
*By not well represented we mean people with lived experience including but not limited to:
_African and African-Caribbean heritage
_South Asian and East Asian heritage
_Global Majority
_Disabled
_Neurodivergent
_Visually Impaired
_Deaf community
_LGBTQIA+ and/or non-binary
_Working class background
_Didn’t go to university or first in your immediate family to attend University
Working with us
We value the people that work with us. Our staff have access to the following:
Wellbeing & support
_Flexible working
_Hybrid working
_Mental Health First Aiders
_Confidential advice & counselling through the Employee Support Programme
Leave
_25 days holiday in addition/including bank holidays (all pro-rata).
Facilities & discounts
_Free entry to the venue at any time with up to four guests, plus 12 additional entry tickets per calendar year to give away.
_15% off in the We The Curious café
_20% off in our shop
_Range of discounts with local businesses and free entry to other local attractions.
_Free parking
_Cycle to work scheme
_Secure cycle storage
Pension
_We offer a pension scheme with 5% company contributions.
Death in service benefit
_Four times your annual salary.
New Parent Policy
We are proud to be a family friendly organisation, which is why we work to develop our people practices in line with that value. We have recently introduced a non-gendered approach to Maternity and Paternity, re-branded as our “New Parent Policy”. There are eligibility criteria and terms and conditions, but the key take away is that anyone who is due to become a new parent, regardless of their gender, can take one year off work, and we’ll pay your full salary for the first five months.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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You don’t have to know about Down syndrome. You can learn about Down syndrome, but we need you to know how to nurture the heart of an organisation and its people.
Freelance/self-employed contract for 3 – 4 days per week
£30k - £40k p.a. depending on experience & hours – hours and fee are negotiable
Please see our video on our website (Meet the Team, Current Vacancies) for further details from our Chair, James.
Lead the 17-year-old charity into a brighter future
The role demands quality skills and experience in management, governance, building teams and communities, fundraising and finance – in person and online.
Can you simultaneously be creative, a problem solver, ideas person, developmental, positive leader, supporter, confidante, prudent and adventurous?
We are very keen to hear from you. Please send your CV and a 5 min video explaining who you are and why you suit the role and would like this work.
Please send your CV and a 5 min video explaining who you are and why you suit the role and would like this work.
Enabling children with Down syndrome to maximise their potential
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role: Poppy Appeal Manager
Location: Wales – Cardiff & Gwent
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 35 Hours, Monday to Friday
Salary: £28,458 to £31,620 Per Annum
Are you looking to ensure the success of this unique initiative for the Royal British Legion as a Poppy Appeal Manager?
As the Poppy Appeal Manager in the Cardiff and Gwent area, your main role is to achieve income, expenditure, and contribution targets, ensuring the success of the appeal. Collaborating with the Regional Poppy Appeal Manager, you will create and manage an income and expenditure budget, providing monthly commentary. Your responsibilities include to coordinating local supporters, partners, and volunteers, building relationships to maximise fundraising potential.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Relationship management plays a crucial role, where you'll oversee a portfolio of regional corporate partnerships and collaborate with internal departments to achieve collective goals. Effective communication skills are key, enabling you to engage with supporters and stakeholders, ensuring a positive experience for everyone involved.
A distinctive aspect of this role lies in the unique Poppy Appeal activity. Beyond managing relationships and budgets, you'll recruit and induct new Poppy Appeal Organisers, ensuring they have the tools and resources for success. Planning and coordinating the Poppy Appeal launch, including PR and media activities, contribute to the appeal's overall impact.
Your role also involves representing Royal British Legion locally, engaging in outreach activities, and providing updates to key stakeholders. Flexibility is essential, as some evenings, weekends, and overnight stays may be required. The successful candidate will embody the values of the Royal British Legion, demonstrating empathy with its mission and objectives.
The ideal candidate will possess commercial knowledge, financial management skills, and experience in supporter relationship management. Strong planning, organizational, and IT skills are necessary, as is the ability to assess the commercial implications of decisions. The role demands a team player who can engage with diverse client groups, showcasing effective communication skills both in writing and verbally.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
You will be expected to travel regularly in the course of your work including regularly round Cardiff & Gwent. You will be contracted to your home address, expected to live within Cardiff or Gwent area, where you will be expected to work, when not travelling. Please be aware a full UK driving licence is required for this role. We do require that you are adaptable in your approach, with flexibility to work some evenings and weekends when necessary. This role requires some travel further afield for meetings, training and seminars throughout the UK and with occasional overnight stays.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
Closing Date: 30th June 2024
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Head of Philanthropy - Join Our Fundraising Team in London
Charity People are delighted to be working with a leading membership organisation to find their new Head of Philanthropy to lead the engagement with donors. Are you passionate about making a difference and building strong relationships with major donors and trusts/foundations? This is a brilliant role to make a real impact in growing a major donor programme from an engaged pipeline.
Head of Philanthropy
Reports to: Director of Development
Working hours - 35 hours a week This role requires travel within the UK and attendance at evening and some weekend events
Salary: £50,000-£60,000
Location: London/Hybrid (at least 6 days a week in the office)
About the Organisation
They are a professional membership organisation representing more than 40,000 healthcare clinicians worldwide. Their mission is educating, improving and influencing for better health and care. You will join a small, friendly and high performing team who deliver impactful work.
About the role
As the Head of Philanthropy, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to meet targets, nurture relationships with donors, and engage new supporters. You will have the opportunity to cultivate, solicit, and steward your own prospect portfolio to secure funding for the charity's strategic priorities.
Key responsibilities include making recommendations to shape the strategic goals of the multi-year fundraising campaign, developing and implementing the major donor engagement strategy, and working with senior stakeholders to grow and manage your portfolio of major donor prospects. Additionally, you will be responsible for expanding the program of major donor events and engagement activities, ensuring due diligence on prospective major donors, and contributing to department-wide planning.
About you
To excel in this role, you should have a substantial track record of meeting income targets in fundraising or an equivalent results-oriented environment. You should also possess an entrepreneurial approach, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, budget management, and events management.
Success in this role will be measured through the development and implementation of the major donor engagement strategy and your level of engagement with your prospect portfolio. You will also play a key role in strengthening major donor relationships through face-to-face meetings.
Your ambition and hunger to succeed will be key to this role.
This is a senior role reporting to the Director of Development, and it offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact. If you are interested in hearing more the please get in touch with Tanya or Katharine with a CV to arrange an informal chat.
For over thirty years, Charity People has been dedicated to recruiting talented individuals for non-profit organizations. We are proud to partner with charities, universities, and institutes that promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Join us in making a difference in the charitable sector.
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Grants and Contracts Officer
Internews works to ensure access to trusted, quality news and information that empowers people to have a voice in their future and to live healthy, secure, and rewarding lives. We envision a world where everyone can communicate freely with anyone, anywhere, and exchange the news and information they need to shape their communities and the world.
For 35 years and in more than 100 countries, we have worked with our local partners to build hundreds of sustainable organizations, strengthened the capacity of thousands of media professionals, human rights activists, and information entrepreneurs, and reached millions of people with quality, local information, improving lives and building lasting change. On issues ranging from health and the environment to conflict and governance, Internews has developed approaches that harness the power of media and information to create positive change.
Internews is a charity operating internationally, with administrative centres in California, Washington DC, London, and Paris as well as regional hubs in Bangkok and Nairobi. Formed in 1982, Internews currently has offices in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and North America.
Our commitment to a culture belonging:
Internews is passionate about our core values and about supporting positive change in the world. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation and flexibility. We believe that diverse teams are strong teams, and work to support an ethic of belonging, dignity, and justice for all people. Our current team includes a mix of genders, parents and non-parents, the self-taught, and people of multiple races, nationalities, ages, sexual orientations, and socio-economic backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage candidates of all races, genders, ages, abilities, orientations, ethnicities, and national origins to apply, and actively welcome those with alternative backgrounds and experiences.
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Grants Officer to join our dynamic organisation. During this maternity cover, Grants Officer will report directly to the Director of Grants, Contracts and Compliance. They will work across all of Internews’ geographies to provide the highest standard of grant management support to partners receiving higher value grants from us. The incumbent will have a unique opportunity to learn about Internews’ work and to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of our missions across the World.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Grant Management and Compliance
· Provide grant management support to Programme Management Units, country offices and partners. Participate in regional portfolio reviews.
· Support start‐ups of partner projects by coordinating project stakeholders and ensuring that all relevant processes and procedures are in place.
· Develop guidance documents and procedures to enable effective and compliant operation of partner projects. Supports project teams in adapting Internews’ standard sub-granting policies, procedures and toolkits to country contexts.
· Review and sign off on alldue‐diligence assessments in preparation for sub‐granting to partners.
· When requested, support project teams and the Business Officers, in monthly spend and burn rate reviews and donor report submissions
· Monitor the compliance from HQ to satisfy organisational and donorrequirements.
· Monitor the implementation of partner projects to ensure the implementation process is in line with grant agreements; and proposes solutions to implementation issues. Quality‐assure partner reporting, and track co-financing liabilities.
· Provide end-to-end management of partnership agreements, including drafting.
· Participate in project close-outs. Contribute to audit; support the audit manager on queries about sub-grants.
· Maintain records on the organisational grant management system.
Partnerships and Development
· Design and implement grant management and compliance trainings for partners and Internews staff.
· Identify and document best grant management practices from individual grants, works with M&E colleagues to coordinate debriefings with stakeholders.
· Advise development colleagues on key considerations relating to donor and statutory compliance requirements as related to sub-grants.
· Contribute to the development of partner budget proposals to ensure their appropriateness and compliance.
· Transfer grant-management expertise to country offices
· Support country office leadership teams to identify requirements and recruit grant management staff;
· Deliver trainings for key grant management staff in country offices and PMUs.
Expert advice
· Manage and develop the grants expertise at GC&C team ensuring the highest standards of grant management support to PMUs, country offices and regional and multi-country portfolios as required.
· Provide ongoing feedback to the Director of GC&C on required improvement and updates on donor regulations and contractual obligations to ensure organisational knowledge is built and improved continuously, with particular focus on the consistence and continuous improvement of sub-granting processes.
· Ensure good knowledge management across grants, including key project documentation, to enable all teams supporting the grant to access information and provide a fully auditable trail.
· Contribute to annual work planning and budgeting process.
Essential Skills and experience:
· Demonstrated experience in the context of international non-for-profit.
· Strong experience in the development and implementation of grant management processes and procedures.
· Deep understanding of rules of major European donors, including the European Commission, SIDA, and FCDO.
· Proven track record in conducting due diligence on organisations and their policies, ensuring compliance and alignment with standards.
· Proven track record in grant management training and mentorship for grantees.
· Comprehensive understanding of the setup, governance, and business models of non-for-profit organisations and media
· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, enabling clear and effective interaction with stakeholders.
· Proficiency in interpreting budgets and accounts, facilitating informed decision-making.
· High IT literacy, including proficiency in grant management systems (preferably U4B), Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
· Demonstrated self-motivation and initiative, with the ability to work autonomously.
· Effective organisational skills, including prioritisation, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of tasks and adherence to deadlines.
Personal Characteristics / team culture:
· Flexible problem-solver with a proactive 'can-do' approach, adept at overcoming challenges.
· Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
· Self-motivated and capable of working independently, while also thriving in a collaborative team environment.
· Dependable and reliable, consistently meeting commitments and delivering results.
· Positive, resilient, and supportive under pressure, maintaining composure and effectiveness in challenging situations.
Desirable:
· Experience in one or several of Internews’ geographies of work: Asia, MENA, Africa, Europe/Eurasia, Latin America and the Caribbean
· Familiarity with the media sector, including trends, challenges, and opportunities.
· Understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by independent media.
· Proficiency in Arabic, French, Russian, or Spanish.
Vacancy Timeline:
Deadline for applications: 13 July 2024.
Please note that applications will be reviewed as and when they arrive. Interviews may be scheduled ahead of the vacancy closing date.
This role will be located in the UK, therefore the successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to the start date.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or may be encountered by an employee performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable adjustments may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of their position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.
The Mass Market team’s mission is to inspire the UK public to financially support the IRC in order to help people impacted by conflict and disaster. The main purpose of this role is to support the Director, Mass Markets UK in generating long-term sustainable growth, maximising net unrestricted revenue and developing a supporter-centric fundraising model.
As the Senior Acquisition Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for developing and leading the Acquisition strategy and programme across cause and prize-led programmes, supported by a team of three. You will be responsible for significantly growing the supporter base and meeting income targets by optimising our multi-channel cash and regular giving programmes and expanding into new products, channels and audiences. You will respond to emergency appeals led by IRC, and as a member of the Disasters Emergency Committee, ensuring speed to market and maximum net revenue are prioritised at all times.
You will be joining a team focused on excellence and growth, with significant opportunity to lead on change and drive impact.
Scope and Authority
Authority:
The post holder will have the authority to make decisions regarding acquisition operations and to make decisions and recommendations regarding strategy and long-term financial planning alongside the Director, Mass Markets UK.
Responsibility for Resources:
This position will manage and develop 3 team members, with plans to expand the team over the remaining years of the strategic plan. This position will also manage agency relationships and consultants. The post holder will be accountable for a substantial income and expenditure budget.
Key Working Relationships
Internal:
· Director, Mass Markets UK
· Senior Retention Marketing Manager
· Mass Market Global Support (Digital and Offline Acquisition)
· Data and Analytics
· Corporate Finance and Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
· Gift Processing
· Comms, Digital Engagement and Creative Studio teams
· Mass Market equivalents in other markets e.g., Sweden
· Marketing Technology, Systems & Platforms teams
External:
· Fundraising consultants, agencies, and other key suppliers
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Strategy and programme development (50%)
- In consultation with Director of Mass Markets, UK, lead on the development, implementation and monitoring of the UK Acquisition strategy and operational plan
· Maintain and develop a monitoring and reporting framework for acquisition activity and associated KPIs that show the performance of the acquisition strategy
- Oversee donor acquisition and revenue activities across cash, regular giving, lead gen, lottery and the mid-level portfolio
· Deliver emergency appeals both as IRC and as a member of the Disasters Emergency Committee, review and develop processes and collaborate with other departments and the DEC to ensure speed to market and maximum net revenue during activation
· Continuously assess and improve our core business and work to diversify our channel and product mix, alongside exploration of audience profiles that enable us to reach new segments of the UK public with meaningful propositions and messaging
- Be accountable for activity being produced on time, in budget and within departmental strategic objectives
- Work closely with equivalent teams in other national markets (i.e. Germany, Sweden, US, South Korea) and central support teams to ensure all engagement is coordinated, and where appropriate, synchronised.
Budgeting and planning (20%)
· Oversee the acquisition planning and budgeting process, ensuring all activity and project work is aligned with UK Mass Markets strategic objectives, is created in conjunction with Retention priorities and is balanced against team and organisational resources
· Propose investment / disinvestment where appropriate, and advise the Director of Mass Markets UK on additional long-term and short-term investment opportunities
· Balance in-year net income opportunities against multi-year investments, ensuring plans balance new donor targets with revenue generation
· Monitor the effectiveness of activities on an ongoing basis and take contingency action as appropriate to achieve monthly net income targets and return on investment
· Oversee income and expenditure tracking and manage the reconciliation and monthly variance reporting, providing commentary to the Director, Mass Markets and FP&A colleagues on a regular basis
Leadership and management (10%)
· Lead and develop the Acquisition team, ensuring performance objectives are managed throughout the year and opportunities for development and progression are identified and prioritised
· Be an active part of the UK Mass Markets management team, modelling leadership behaviours and supporting the Director, Mass Markets UK in developing a team culture of high performance, continuous improvement and constructive feedback
· Deputise for the Director, Mass Markets UK as and when required
· Work closely with the Senior Retention Marketing Manager to increase connection across Acquisition and Retention, with the ultimate aim of developing a seamless progression for new donors and prospects into further cultivation
· Be the acquisition expert in cross-market working groups and committees
· Manage 3rd party supplier relationships and contracts, ensuring all work carried out is to a high standard and represents good value for money
· Along with the Senior Retention Marketing manager, lead the internal gambling operations committee and be the specialist in gambling legislation and best practice for prize-led products
· Forge excellent relationships across all areas of the IRC to identify opportunities for collaboration where appropriate
· Network and build profile of the IRC-UK Mass Markets team internally and externally, and champion fundraising within the organisation
· Work closely with the creative studio to develop content that actively demonstrates our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion guidelines and is appropriate for the UK strategy and audience
· Work with digital engagement and communications colleagues to maximise collaboration opportunities
Insight, analysis and data management (10%)
· Ensure all activity and budgetary decision making is insight driven
· Oversee detailed end of campaign reports to ensure all relevant information is documented and used to inform future activity
· Work closely with the data teams and external agencies and services in order to gain a detailed understanding of IRC supporters, both behaviourally and attitudinally, and use this insight to inform targeting and marketing activity
· Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current GDPR legislation and ensure all acquisition activity is compliant
General (10%)
- Keep up to date with the sector developments and benchmarking in individual giving and digital fundraising to ensure IRC is at the forefront of fundraising developments.
· Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current legislation, best practice and industry standards and adhere to all relevant regulation including the Fundraising Regulator, Gambling Commission and ICO. Ensure all fundraising and marketing is ethical, effective and supporter centric
· This post may involve some national and international travel, overnight stays and very occasional working outside core office hours
· Undertake any other additional tasks as requested by the Director of Mass Markets
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications:
- Driven and proactive with a solutions-based attitude and the ability to motivate a team
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage, influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels
· Detailed understanding of the digital fundraising environment and of managing a face-to-face and other offline channels, including agency management
· Ability to manage sophisticated budgets and performance forecasting models
· Comprehensive understanding and experience of audience segmentation, analytical modelling such as LTV and use of insights to drive strategy and performance
· Commercial mindset, with the ability to set and evaluate short and long-term strategic objectives and pivot based on results
· Numerate with excellent data analysis and interpretation skills
· Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills, especially the ability to manage a complex, varied and substantial team workload
· Detailed understanding of UK gambling legislation and compliance requirements relating to prize-led fundraising
· Excellent verbal and written English and the ability to produce well designed and high quality proposals and reports.
· Institute of Fundraising, Cass or comparable qualifications would be an advantage.
Experience:
· Experience of leading a fast-paced, high performing team
· Senior-level experience of leading individual giving programmes, with a proven track record of successfully running a multi-product portfolio (preferably across cause and prize-led products)
· Detailed understanding of UK gambling legislation and compliance requirements relating to prize-led fundraising
· Detailed understanding and management of cash and recurring revenue business models
· Experience of taking new products to market
· Experience and understanding of creative process and relationship with brand identity through different channels and audiences
· Experience working for a centralised, international organisation would be a strong advantage
· Experience using a CRM system.
Skills and Attributes:
· Language Skills: English (fluent). No additional languages are necessary but German or Swedish would be an advantage.