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We are seeking a motivated Income Generation Support Officer specialising in fundraising to support the Management Committe and CEO. In this vital role, you will play a key part in supporting our organisation’s efforts to increase income.
Primary Objectives of the Post:
The role of the Income Generation Support Officer involves a variety of responsibilities aimed at increasing the organisation's income from various sources.
Purpose of the Job:
This post plays a crucial role in ensuring that the organisation's fundraising efforts are relevant, successful and aligned with our financial objectives.
To ensure that the quality of the Network’s work is maintained and developed in line with Network’s Values and Philosophy.
To contribute to the maintenance and development of effective communication throughout the organisation.
The postholder will support the Management Committee, CEO and Office Manager by conducting initial research, maintaining fundraising data, and handling administrative duties related to grant applications and other fundraising activities.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Research and apply for grants: Research trusts, foundations and other funding streams - identifying specific grant criteria, deadlines, and alignment with our work.
2. Build relationships with funders: Cultivate and nurture relationships with donors, foundations, and funding bodies.
3. Write and manage applications: Assist in drafting grant applications and collating necessary documents (financials, safeguarding policies, etc.) ensuring they are high quality, clear, concise, and impactful.
4. Develop and support fundraising activities: Assist with community-based fundraising activities, including event planning and stewardship.
5. Collaborate with WSUN staff: Work closely with our team to gather insights and data for creating compelling proposals/applications.
6. Data Management: keep accurate, up-to-date records of donor/grant contact information, application stages, and reporting dates.
7. Develop and maintain our “Case for Support: analysing need, interpreting results and using evaluation reports to inform future fundraising strategies and content.
8. Maintaining quality and integrity - ensuring that all income generation activities are conducted in a transparent and responsible manner.
In addition:
The post-holder may be requested by the CEO from time to time to carry out work not included in the above job description, in line with the needs of the Network and the level of responsibility of the post.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter stating why you feel you would be suitable for the role and outlining your fundraising experience
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
At St John's College, part of Ambitious about Autism, we support autistic young people to develop independence, confidence and the skills they need for adulthood.
We're looking for a Work Experience and Employability Coordinator to join our Employability team. You'll plan and deliver engaging internal work experience opportunities while helping learners access meaningful external placements that reflect their interests, strengths and aspirations.
You'll work closely with colleagues across the college and with local employers to create positive experiences that prepare learners for life beyond education.
What you'll be doing
- Planning and delivering internal work experience sessions.
- Supporting learners to develop workplace skills and confidence.
- Coordinating external work experience opportunities alongside the Employability Manager.
- Building and maintaining relationships with local employers.
- Monitoring learner progress and contributing to reviews.
- Supporting the maintenance of our work experience environments, including the College Print Shop.
About you
You'll be organised, proactive and passionate about helping autistic young people achieve their goals. You'll enjoy working collaboratively, building relationships and adapting your approach to meet individual learner needs.
You'll also have:
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or equivalent).
- Experience of working with autistic people and/or people with learning disabilities, or a strong commitment to developing in this area.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- The ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, learners and employers.
Why join us?
At Ambitious about Autism, you'll be part of a supportive team making a genuine difference to the lives of autistic young people. We offer excellent training, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to help learners achieve positive outcomes for adulthood.
Closing date for applications - Friday 14 August
Candidates informed of outcome of application - Tuesday 18 August
Interviews - Monday 24 August
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
Documents
- Work Experience and Employability Coordinator- 0.4- Recruitment Pack.pdf (1.42 MB)
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