Barnardo's are hiring and interviews are ongoing.
As a door to door Fundraiser you will be part of a team of likeminded fundraisers who share a passion for the work of this incredible children’s charity. You will get to speak to people on their doorsteps around the area and with Barnardos being a household, well-respected charity, you will be treated with respect.
You will work door to door in residential areas in and around Bristol engaging in important and vital conversations, and inspiring new donors to sign up to the Barnardo’s lottery. You will also be raising awareness and signposting people to Barnardos services.
The benefits
• Competitive starting rate of £9.75-£10.25 per hour depending on experience.
• 35 hours p/week
• Hours 1pm – 8:30pm Monday – Friday
• Paid every Thursday, holiday pay and help with travel expenses.
• Work around Bristol, in residential areas and in busy venues on a team.
• Career development opportunities
• Full training and ongoing coaching
• Work in-house with Barnardo’s
• Be part of a household name campaign
The ideal candidate
• Great storyteller, confident, people person with fantastic people skills.
• Self-motivated, driven and a force for change.
• Someone with experience of sales, campaiging, fundraising, acting, care sector.
• Passionate about children and welfare.
Barnardo’s is here to support and protect the UK’s most vulnerable children and bring out the best in them no matter what they have been through.
We believe a child’s future should never be defined by their past. Over the last 150 years we have witnessed children’s incredible ability to transform their lives no matter what they have been through. And we know that when people believe in children they start to believe in themselves.
We are looking for brilliant, bright, bubbly individuals who want to raise money through door to door fundraising on a team of like minded people. This role is impressive to have on your CV as the role requires rolling your sleeves up for a cause and not many people could say they've done that.
Apply anytime, they recruit year round.
Please apply now and Jenny or Holly from Flow Caritas Charity Recruitment will call you to dicuss your application.
At Flow Caritas your careers are important to us! There will be ample opportunity for you to grow and move into a management position. Not all advancement is in fundraising - 28% of our leavers are still in the charity sector and 63% are now working in a multitude of sectors including; advertising, account management, public affairs, law, digital PR, environmental engineering and music.
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If so, you could be the Fundraising Products Development Manager we need.
About the role
In this job you'll manage the development of community fundraising tools and products across multiple audiences which inspire people to fundraise for the BHF. You'll work closely with a network of field based fundraisers to ensure we grow income and put our supporters at the heart of everything we do.
Our Community Fundraising Products team develops and manages fundraising activities and campaigns such as Heart of Steel, schools fundraising products and in memory tribute funds.
We rely on the generosity of individuals and organisations to fund our life saving research, and we know that there is still much potential to develop the many and varied ways that supporters can help us reach this vision by fundraising for the BHF. If you are driven by the possibilities of this area of fundraising, join us to help beat heartbreak forever.
About you
We're looking for someone with experience in developing engaging journeys and a clear understanding of audience journey planning and engagement.
You'll have managed substantial income generation projects from start to finish and you'll also have:
* Experience of creating a strategy, managing integrated direct marketing campaigns across media channels, including print, digital advertising, email and social media
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to write effective copy tailored to different channels and present them to a variety of stakeholders
* Good analytical and numerical skills with the ability to report on datasets and make informed decisions and suggestions for campaign/event progress
Enthusiastic and personable you'll be able to engage others when talking about a campaign or event, this could be other members of staff or the general public. You'll also have strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a changing workload to tight deadlines.
In return we offer a generous benefits package including flexible working, healthcare cover, dental plan, subsidised gym membership and substantial annual leave.
About us
Everyone who works at the British Heart Foundation is part of something bigger - a mission to beat heartbreak from the world's biggest killers. Heart and circulatory diseases still kill 1 in 4 people in the UK and that's heartbreak on a scale we simply don't accept. Across our offices and stores, we are helping fund research that saves lives. If that's a mission that inspires you, and you have the skills we need, you could be the Fundraising Products Manager - In Memory Giving we're looking for.
How to apply
To apply for this role please use the apply button below. Our process involves submitting your CV and a supporting statement, which should outline your interest and explain how you meet the role criteria.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
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Overview
We’re ZSL, an international conservation charity. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and we’re working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction. Through the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists and our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct.
Role Profile
Corporate partnerships are integral to ZSL’s vision of a world where wildlife thrives. Working within the Corporate Partnerships team, the Corporate Partnerships Executive will help generate a sustainable income stream through the management and development of existing and new corporate partnerships whilst at the same time inspiring more people to adopt positive steps to support conservation and value nature.
This role will be responsible for supporting the Corporate Partnerships Manager to deliver against contractual obligations across a portfolio of accounts, providing administrative support for the team and overseeing specific volunteering activities throughout the year. It will provide a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain experience working on partnership across a variety of sectors and income streams.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Retain and grow current corporate memberships through effective relationship management
- Effective communication with partners on a regular basis, increasing engagement between the partner and ZSL
- Ensure all corporate engagement activities are evaluated and learnings are absorbed into future activities.
- Identify key partner prospects and undertake research to qualify these leads and partnership opportunities.
- Support the Corporate Partnerships Team in maximising new business opportunities
- Ensure that all transactions with corporate partners are recorded on to our CRM database and that existing records are updated with the appropriate codes and notes
- Report to the Corporate Partnerships Manager in a timely manner on Corporate Membership/Partnership initiatives, progress and targets as required
Person Specification
Essential
- Educated to A-level standard or equivalent qualification or a minimum of 2 years corporate fundraising experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to organise workload and meet deadlines
- Experienced in relationship building and negotiating to positively influence internal and external contacts
- Strong IT and administrative skills
- Commitment to ZSL’s core values, vision and purpose
- An understanding of how the commercial sector interfaces with charities
Desirable
- Certificate in Fundraising or equivalent professional qualification
- A demonstrable track record of managing and developing a diverse range of Corporate Partnerships in a commercial or charity setting
- Demonstrable experience of growing external financial support and developing contacts and networks
- Experience of researching prospective partners
- Experience of working with Customer Relationship Management databases such as SRO4
- Experience of working with volunteers
To Apply
Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability) and can do this by clicking the "Apply for this job online" button. If you have any queries regarding these positions or when applying through the system, please contact Human Resources.
Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 29th September
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Due to an internal promotion we need to recruit a new Business Development Assistant. This is a key role within the organisation, helping us to win new research work and liaising with our partners to develop opportunities for evaluation and consultancy.
We need someone brilliant at writing proposals and constructing budgets, confident with Word and Excel, able to learn our systems quickly, and preferably with an understanding of the research and/or mental health sectors.
We are a very supportive team and offer generous annual leave of 31 days plus bank holidays and up to 12% employer’s pension contribution. Staff are entitled to take one paid hour a week to support their own wellbeing.
To apply please complete our application form, CVs are not accepted.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 16 October 2019 at our offices near Elephant and Castle.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
12-month fixed term contract
Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support and respect they deserve.
It’s a really exciting time to join Mind’s dynamic and award-winning Corporate Partnerships team. As recognition of the importance of supporting good mental health rises, we want to capitalise on this by delivering leading corporate partnerships which achieve the best for Mind and its supporters while creating opportunities for companies and their staff.
In the last few years, Mind’s Corporate Partnerships team has seen exponential growth and our income has more than doubled. Mind has strategic, COTY and commercial partnerships with companies across a range of sectors including retail, legal, communications and construction.
We are looking for a fundraiser with experience of relationship and project management to join our high-performing and fast-paced team. You will excel at developing internal and external networks and feel confident in presenting and writing content for a variety of audiences.
You will be helping deliver on Mind’s cross-organisational Network Sustainability and Growth (NSG) Plan which aims to help our network of local Minds (independent, but federated, mental health service providers) grow income and maximise other benefits through our partnerships with companies. You will be responsible for managing our pro bono and volunteering programme, where you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across a range of corporate partnerships including Allianz, Odeon and Anytime Fitness. You’ll also use your creativity to support other cross-team projects such as the development of new volunteering or employee fundraising products.
Be part of our movement for change and join Mind’s successful Corporate Partnerships team to help transform the lives of thousands of people with mental health problems.
To apply, please follow the link below to our website.
Closing date: 30th September 2019
Interview date: 8th or 9th September 2019
We are looking for an enthusiastic fundraiser to join our energetic Charity team at one of the world's leading heart and lung hospitals in Chelsea. It would be great if you already had fundraising experience, looking after donors and volunteers and working on fundraising events.
An excellent communicator, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving forward our ambitious fundraising plans with a keen, flexible and self-motivated approach and a willingness to work outside of office hours when necessary. Our community fundraisers sit in the very heart of our Royal Brompton at our Charity hub meeting donors and hospital colleagues every day. Being able to organise and relish a busy and constantly changing working day is essential.
You will be able to demonstrate working knowledge of a fundraising database as well as competent working knowledge of Microsoft packages.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You will be a vital component within the team to help the charity grow through the development and stewardship of the funding relationships with grant making trusts and companies. You will increase income from companies, with specific focus on CSR/grants and donations and payroll giving. You will also nurture and provide high levels of care for existing trust supporters and maintain and develop these relationships as the trusts and foundations programme expands.
You will be in control of bringing in 250K of income.
Salary is £30,000 - £32,000
Closing date 23rd of September
Interview date TBC
If you are interested in hearing more and for a full job description please get in touch with Hannah on 02078207331 or [email protected]
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ACS International Schools is looking for a Senior Development Officer(interim or permanent) to join the team at this exciting time where they are launching annual funds for three schools in the UK and in the USA. You will be responsible for ensuring the success of the annual fund for each school and international alumni appeals by fostering strong relationships with parents, alumni and volunteers reaching annual income targets by significantly increasing the base of annual fund gifts and to personally solicit gifts of up to £25,000.
Key duties:
- Acquire parent donors and move prospects through the donor cycle by working with senior leadership team, PSOs and selected volunteers
- Deliver new annual funds for three UK schools, identifying and managing parent volunteers to solicit gifts of up to £10,000
- Work with the PSOs at each UK school to raise awareness of and support for fundraising campaigns through delivering presentations and targeted events
- Work with the Head of Development & Alumni Relations to develop cultivation plans for parents and alumni
- Work closely with marketing team to develop and manage consistent messages and campaigns to donors and prospects that aligns with solicitation and donor-specific stewardship communications
- Work with the North American Office to develop and support alumni annual giving
- Work with Communications & Customer Experience Manager to develop compelling fundraising content and materials for parents and international alumni
- Work with the Digital Marketing Manager to develop digital and social media content plan to encourage annual giving from parents and alumni
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 3‐5 years of fundraising experience preferably in the education sector and proven track record for securing gifts
- Demonstrated track record of developing and executing successful annual fundraising and cultivation plans
- Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining new fundraising programmes and working with volunteers
- Ability to collect, organize and analyze data related to donor giving
- Excellent written, communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
- Proficient knowledge of Raiser’s Edge
- Well versed in digital, direct mail and email solicitation best practices
ACS celebrates diversity as an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, as an employee of ACS, you are expected to share this commitment. This position is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check
As the National Challenge Events Manager at St John Ambulance, you will be responsible for developing and managing the Challenge Events team and programme in order to maintain and increase income across the portfolio
About the Role
As the National Challenge Events Manager at St John Ambulance, you will be responsible for developing and managing the Challenge Events team and programme in order to maintain and increase income across the portfolio. The main aim of the role is to deliver growth across our challenge events activity as part of our current five-year fundraising strategy and to be the organisation lead for challenge events.
A key responsibility in this role will be to identify and deliver new income streams and mass participation events using marketing skills across a range of media channels. You will work closely with other key stakeholders and teams to deliver integrated campaigns across St John Ambulance.
Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)
About You
As the National Challenge Events Manager, you should bring a wealth of experience of leading a successful charity fundraising events team and achieving income growth on challenge events. You will have previous experience of using a range of media channels and have hands on knowledge of using fundraising databases like Raiser’s Edge.
About Us
St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, providing first aid, keeping people safe at events and working alongside the NHS in response to 999 calls.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people learn how to save a life through our training, education and youth programmes.
Over the next decade, we have bold ambitions to help transform out-of-hospital care, having a positive impact on the people we treat and the communities we serve.
We are a team of 1,600 employees and 18,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through first aid.
You will receive;
- Competitive salary & pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health and Wellbeing portal - Access to financial, health and wellbeing guidance and support.
- Discounts - Blue Light, NHS Discounts and SJA discounts including discounts on mobile phone, gym membership, cinema, restaurants, holidays and shopping-including your weekly food shop.
Interview Date: 30 September 2019
Application Review Date: 23 September 2019
We may review applications before the Application Review Date, however, if you apply after the Application Review Date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.
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Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.
Position: Community Fundraising Executive
Location: South-East England
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £22,367 to £23,270 depending on skills and experience
Closing date: 09 October 2019
Interview date: 17 October 2019 (in Reading)
About the role:
The Regional fundraising team at Alzheimer’s Society has an exciting position available for someone to provide outstanding support to our community fundraising activities across the South East of England. If you have a passion and skill for supporting volunteer fundraisers, this is an excellent opportunity for you to build on your relationship skills and truly make your mark in this rapidly expanding charity.
This is an office-based role delivering remote stewardship to supporters and volunteers via telephone and email. Working as part of a geographically dispersed team you will have exceptional organisational, administrative and communication skills and a flexible approach to a busy and varied workload. You will have solid experience of using fundraising databases and strong relationship management skills across a range of internal and external stakeholders.
About you:
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person who has experience of working with donors and volunteers and is keen to develop this further. We are looking for someone who understand the fundraising environment and can demonstrate the relevant skills and experience required in the job description.
You will need to be an excellent communicator and confident in contacting supporters over the phone and via email. You will need to demonstrate your ability to be a real team player, as well as having the ability to work well on your own initiative. This is a busy role so the ability to prioritise your workloads and have an organised, methodical approach is essential.
The successful candidate will benefit from working in a dynamic and well-supported team where you will have a direct impact on the lives of people affected by dementia.
You may have experience of the following: Fundraising Officer, Community Fundraiser, Fundraising, Charity, Not for Profit, Third Sector, Business Development, Fundraising Assistant, Fundraising Officer, Community Fundraising, Sales Executive, Legacy, Fundraiser, Charities, etc.
Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.
Position: Online Community Coordinator
Location: Flexible across England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £25,300 to £27,682 depending on skills and experience, plus London Allowance of £3,600, if applicable
Closing date: 03 October 2019
Interview date: 23 October 2019 in London
About the role:
Dementia Talking Point is Alzheimer’s Society’s online community for anyone affected by dementia. It’s a place to ask questions, share experiences and get information and practical tips about living with dementia. People can connect with someone who is going through a similar experience and receive valuable peer support. The service is operated by three teams – a small team of employees, and two teams of volunteers (who all have personal experience of dementia and volunteer from their homes in four different countries).
You will support the effective operation of Dementia Talking Point, working collaboratively with volunteers and employees on the team and escalating key issues to the Online Community Manager. You will help ensure that the service meets the needs of people affected by dementia including those who are at risk of harm and abuse.
You will help to ensure the service is promoted widely and is evaluated effectively to showcase the value and impact of peer support. You will be the data analysis lead for the team and participate in projects to improve user experience of the community. You will also manage a team of volunteers who are based remotely, offering support, training and guidance and actively support the organisation of volunteer meetings.
About you:
You are a supportive and empathic person, able to adapt your communication style to meet the needs of the person and the requirements of the task. You’re able to handle a varied workload, to respond well to urgent issues, and know when to escalate or collaborate with others. You’ll have a sound understanding of how to apply safeguarding policies and raise safeguarding alerts, ideally within the context of remote service delivery.
You’ll have a good knowledge of digital communication platforms and experience in moderating user generated content and in administrating online community software. You’ll have some experience in supporting volunteers and ideally, experience in managing volunteers as part of your role. You’ll understand the tasks involved in gathering statistical data and ideally have knowledge of using Google Analytics. You’ll ideally also have knowledge of dementia and the emotional impact of the challenges it can bring.
You may have experience of the following: Online Community Coordinator, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, Third Sector, Chatrooms, Website Moderator, Online Environment, Communications, Social Media, Google Analytics, Website Manager, Online Community Manager, etc.
Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.
Position: Events Fundraising Coordinator
Location: Flexible across England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £22,367 to £23,270 (depending on skills and experience) plus London allowance of £3,600 (if applicable)
Closing date: 26 September 2019
Interview date: TBC
About the role:
We are looking for an enthusiastic Events Fundraising Coordinator to join our dynamic and ambitious Challenge events team. This role will support the delivery of our Challenge events portfolio which includes trekking, cycling, swimming and skydiving. The role is responsible for marketing events successfully using a range of creative channels and offering excellent customer care for all current and potential event participants.
About you:
We need someone enthusiastic, creative and highly organised to manage a variety of events in our successful Challenge events portfolio. You’ll be able to prioritise your workload effectively and be experienced in both event management and providing excellent customer care. We’re looking for someone who is driven and passionate and will work to maximise our income and increase the impact we have on the lives of people affected by dementia
You may have experience of the following: Fundraising Coordinator, Events Fundraiser, Events Coordinator, Events Officer, Fundraising Officer, Charity, Charities, Project Management, Third Sector, Fundraiser, Not for Profit, Events Management, Fundraising, Customer Service, etc.
FUNDRAISING AND DATABASE ASSISTANT
Rainforest Trust UK is looking for an experienced and motivated Fundraising and Database Assistant to support our growing fundraising team. The successful candidate must have a proven track record of working with charity databases, assisting with fundraising initiatives and dealing with donors. He/She must also be able to demonstrate a genuine passion for rainforest protection and be able to work independently and flexibly. This is an ideal opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career in the charity sector in a role that will enable you to make a real difference in a committed team with big ambitions.
Position: Fundraising and Database Assistant
Contract: Full time (six-month probation period)
Salary: £21,000-24,000 p.a. (Inclusive of London Weighting)
Location: London Bridge / Bankside
About Us: Rainforest Trust UK is a fast-growing British charity working in close partnership with Rainforest Trust in the USA, which has been protecting rainforests and other tropical ecosystems for over 30 years. Rainforest Trust UK was set up three years ago to increase the organisation’s presence and donor base in the UK, and to raise money for Rainforest Trust’s projects worldwide.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain Rainforest Trust UK’s donor database (Charity Engine).
- Deal promptly with donations received via a variety of pathways (online, cheque, cash, PayPal, BACS transfers, etc.).
- Work in close partnership with the Fundraising Manager to steward donor relationships by corresponding with supporters by email, letter and phone.
- Keep accurate and detailed records of donations received via a variety of donation portals and crowdfunding websites (the Charities Aid Foundation, Charities Trust, JustGiving, GoFundMe, Virgin Money, Amazon Smile, Benevity, etc.).
- Assist the fundraising team in sending out appeals and newsletters by email and post.
- Monitor and manage donations from our regular monthly donors.
- Prepare and send out Conservation Certificates to donors.
- Prepare HMRC Gift Aid claims and maintain records of Gift Aid donations and payments.
- Simple book-keeping (donation records, expenditure, Gift Aid receipts, etc.).
- Provide logistical support for public engagement (e.g. send promotional and fundraising material to schools and supporters doing sponsored events).
- Liaise with Rainforest Trust staff in the USA on database management, donor records and other administrative issues.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in running and maintaining a donor database for a charity or similar organisation.
- Excellent telephone manner and customer service disposition.
- Excellent writing skills and the ability to personalise standard correspondence (thank you emails, monthly donation reminders, etc.)
- The ability to manage his/her own workload, prioritise tasks and respond promptly to donor queries with minimal supervision, while also working as part of a wider team.
- Excellent IT skills and experience of working with Google Drive, Excel, Word and Gmail.
- Working knowledge of Fundraising Regulator and Data Protection / GDPR principles, and other relevant law and best practice guidance.
- A personal commitment to rainforest protection and empathy with Rainforest Trust’s mission.
Please apply by sending your CV and a covering letter to the Executive Director, Chris Redston, via the CharityJobs button below. Closing date for applications is 11.30 pm on Friday 11th October. Interviews will take place before the end of October. We look forward to hearing from you!
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As the Legacy Marketing Officer at St John Ambulance, you will be a key member of the Fundraising team and responsible for executing the legacy marketing strategy and programme to the general public, our existing donor base and internal audiences of St John Ambulance
About the Role
As the Legacy Marketing Officer at St John Ambulance, you will be a key member of the Fundraising team and responsible for executing the legacy marketing strategy and programme to the general public, our existing donor base and internal audiences of St John Ambulance. To achieve in this role, you will work closely with a range of internal stakeholders to support the overarching fundraising strategy.
Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)
About You
As a Legacy Marketing Officer, you will be responsible for our legacy marketing campaigns, you will, therefore, have experience working in a legacy marketing team previously and will have worked with fundraising databases and systems previously (preferably Raisers Edge). You will have strong relationship building skills as you will work closely with internal stakeholders.
About Us
St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, providing first aid, keeping people safe at events and working alongside the NHS in response to 999 calls.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people learn how to save a life through our training, education and youth programmes.
Over the next decade, we have bold ambitions to help transform out-of-hospital care, having a positive impact on the people we treat and the communities we serve.
We are a team of 1,600 employees and 18,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through first aid.
You will receive;
- Competitive salary & pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health and Wellbeing portal - Access to financial, health and wellbeing guidance and support.
- Discounts - Blue Light, NHS Discounts and SJA discounts including discounts on mobile phone, gym membership, cinema, restaurants, holidays and shopping-including your weekly food shop.
Interview Date: 7 October 2019
Application Review Date: 30 September 2019
We may review applications before the Application Review Date, however, if you apply after the Application Review Date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.
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Research to prevent premature birth
Around the world, 15 million children are born prematurely. 1 million children are born too early to survive; in those who do survive, many suffer life-long disability.
The Borne Foundation (Borne) supports research that advances our understanding of pregnancy and preterm birth. By improving our knowledge of normal and abnormal pregnancy outcomes through scientific research, Borne-funded scientists and clinicians will develop more effective treatment strategies to prevent or delay the onset of preterm labour when complications arise, and identify the means to implement effective early screening for all women in early pregnancy.
Borne is committed to making childbirth safer for mothers and babies, ensuring every child’s first day on earth would not be their hardest, or their last. It is an amazing time to support a young, growing charity with incredible potential to improve the lives of future generations of children – and their parents – who would otherwise be born too soon.
The role
Borne benefits from the support of a growing network of friends and benefactors who share Borne’s vision and hope that the research that Borne supports will have the potential to give thousands of babies a better start in life. We have the capacity and connections to bring together an influential group of generous philanthropists, senior decision-makers from the corporate sector, successful entrepreneurs and icons from the across the sporting, fashion, entertainment and arts world, united in their commitment to family life and their appreciation of the poignant purpose of Borne’s work.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Relationship Manager with a proven track record in high net worth relationship stewardship and corporate fundraising. Accountable to the Chief Operating Officer, you will have responsibility for raising charitable income at the five and six figure gift level from high net worth individuals, entrepreneurs, corporate partners, and trusts and foundations. You will manage and grow the charity’s portfolio of major giving donors, maintaining close personal relationships, and involving them in the activities of the charity whenever possible. You will be instrumental in stewarding existing major donors and encouraging repeat donations as we report back to them on the impact of their philanthropic investment. You will also be taking the lead on crafting compelling bids and proposals for charitable funding, negotiating funding agreements and following through with the implementation of successful bids.
The role will suit an energetic self-starter with strong relationship building skills, who is conversant with charity fundraising and securing major gifts from high net worth individuals, companies and philanthropic trusts and foundations.
Responsibilities
- Stewarding a growing portfolio of prospective donors that are introduced to Borne through our Founder, Trustees and network of high net worth supporters and raising charitable income through regular gifts or a significant contribution at the five or six figure level.
- Working closely with the Events and Marketing team to invite appropriate supporters to host teams or tables at Borne events, and to introduce others to the charity.
- Work with entrepreneurs and companies introduced to Borne to successfully forge purposeful partnerships that generate charitable income or help Borne stage events with less/no costs.
- Coordinating with Borne’s office manager on thanking supporters for their gifts and securing Gift Aid declarations for eligible gifts.
- Advocating and driving the use of Borne’s CRM system to manage all donor and partnership relationships.
- Collating and assimilating complex data and information to write winning philanthropic grant applications that are eloquent, compelling and evocative to capture assessors’ imaginations.
- Working with the COO and Borne’s fundraising team to periodically prepare progress and impact reports in line with funding terms to update donors on outputs and outcomes from the research that they helped fund.
The ideal candidate must:
- Have substantial experience as a successful fundraiser in the charity sector.
- Be comfortable managing key stakeholder relationships and have the ability to influence senior level individuals both internally and externally.
- Be capable of engaging senior academics, clinicians and researchers with an intellectual curiosity to understand and effectively communicate complex scientific areas of research.
- Have a clear understanding and practical experience of working within the regulatory framework, international tax codes and ethical codes of practice associated with fundraising.
- Be a strategic thinker with the ability to identify new opportunities for developing the fundraising opportunity with our network of supporters.
- Possess highly developed communication and interpersonal skills; and be persuasive with both internal and external stakeholders in articulating an inspiring and compelling case for support of Borne.
- Have a strong ‘can do’ attitude that is motivational to the rest of the team.
- Be a collaborative team player who is prepared to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in alongside a small and dedicated team.
- Be IT literate with proficiency in using Microsoft Office and CRM.
- Embrace the potential of CRM to drive and support a data and process driven approach to fundraising.
- Be educated to graduate level or equivalent.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.