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We are working with a renowned arts organisation that strives to make music-making more accessible to young people and audiences in the UK. Their alumni include major artists, Grammy award winners and Mercury nominees.
It’s a great time to join as they develop their community around a new location in South East London, embark on ambitious artistic collaborations within and beyond jazz, and work in partnership with music education organisations around the country to address structural inequalities in music education.
The Head of Development will be a key member of SLT and work closely with the Chief Executive to develop and implement the preexisting fundraising strategy and contribute to the organisation’s communications and PR strategy. They will inherit a strategically developed portfolio of relationships and income streams, with particular strengths in trusts and foundations, and a strong network of individual donors and corporates. There is also a growing legacy circle, created in response to a recent bequest of £1M+. The Head of Development will line manage a small team of two in collaboration with the Communications Manager – the Development & Communications Coordinator, and the Marketing & Communications Coordinator.
The team are small and friendly, comprising of passionate and dedicated people who share the organisation’s vision of just and equitable access to music education for all. Flexible working is a priority and the organisation supports employees to balance work with caring or other responsibilities, or those returning to work after a break.
Please note that interviews will take place on a rolling basis. Therefore, please get in touch with Joe ASAP to discuss the role further and make an application.
As Head of Development you will:
- Work alongside the Chief Executive to develop and implement the fundraising strategy and develop marketing and communications efforts, ensuring cohesive and impactful messaging to effectively engage donors and stakeholders
- Lead on optimising income from trusts & foundations, individuals, corporates and legacies
- Personally manage a diverse portfolio of trusts, foundations and statutory sources with focus on securing 5- and 6-figure gifts
- Deliver a high standard of supporter care tailored to the level of giving, including nurturing their successful new Legacy Club
- Manage an annual series of fundraising events, from relaxed open days to formal receptions
- Create a persuasive Case for Support and equip trustees and staff to advocate effectively for our work
Ideal skills and experience include:
- Experience of securing 5- and 6-figure grants from a range of trust, statutory and/or individual sources
- Tailoring applications to appeal to a diverse range of funders/donors, which may include drawing together distinct areas of activity to create bespoke packages
- An outgoing, approachable and professional manner in dealing with donors, prospects and other stakeholders
- Enthusiasm for working with young artists and musicians and broadening access to participatory arts for all young people
The organisation are keen to provide equality of opportunity to a wide range of prospective candidates as they expand the diversity of staff and musicians. Whilst they hope to attract candidates with the experience outlined in the person specification, they encourage applications from those who do not fulfil all stated criteria.
Employee benefits include:
- Flexible working
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with office closure between Christmas and new year being the norm
- TOIL for out of hours work
- Attending gigs for free, including the annual two-night Ronnie Scott’s residency, and other cultural and sector events throughout the year
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Kent Refugee Action Network’s main focus is to support predominantly young refugees and asylum seekers on their journey of integrating into communities across Kent. KRAN support is multi-faceted and delivered by teams committed to providing young people with a safe, positive space and support for them to succeed.
We are looking for an exceptional individual with experience of leading and managing a high-performing team and who has worked in any sector supporting young people or refugees and asylum seekers.
The successul candidate will join KRAN’s senior management and be the full-time lead on advocacy and support, managing the team to effectively deliver for our service users.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fixed term until March 2027, part-time (28 hours per week)
About us
Founded in 1951, the Refugee Council exists to support people who come to the UK in need of safety and speak out for compassion, fairness and kindness. We achieve this by providing expert advice and casework, building the capacity of refugee community organisations, and working with allies across society to change government policy.
Our vision for refugees to be welcome to live safe and fulfilling lives contributing to the UK has never been more urgent and needed. Today 27 million refugees and 84 million displaced people around the world need of safety, dignity and welcome. We are determined to secure public and government support for safe routes for all people seeking safety, and a fair, effective and compassionate refugee protection system.
About the role
Our services strategy is aimed at delivering high impact, sustainable services that are centred on the needs of people seeking asylum and refugees in the UK, and improving the system of support that they rely on for their safety and future lives in local communities. We seek to significantly improve early access to information, advice and support for people seeking asylum and refugees in crisis and those seeking to integrate into the UK.
In December 2023, with consultancy support, we designed an exciting youth service strategy with a delivery model centred around children’s needs and with the vision for change on how separated children and young people are treated in their asylum journey by creating holistic casework, high quality joined up relationships across the organisation, collaboration with local partners and supporters through learning and sharing best practice to transform their experience and bring systemic change.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Casework management
- Oversee the casework service delivery by managing a potential high number of referrals colleagues in the regions and professionals effectively, by deciding eligibility for services, and providing timely, helpful, and legally accurate responses at all times.
- Line manage all casework advisers by supporting and enabling them to provide high quality information and advice support, and signposting to external specialist agencies in a sensitive, confidential and professional manner.
Service development and delivery
- Maintain high quality, current client records in accordance with organisational policies, funder requirements, and relevant legislation, and support advisers and volunteers to manage their data within the client database.
- Develop and maintain excellent professional relationships with a range of practitioners including local authority social workers, managers, legal representatives, health and education professionals and voluntary sector agencies, referring children who are age disputed to other agencies where it is in the best interests of the child.
For more information on the role and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.
Closing date: 21 September 2024.
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
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Are you an accomplished Fundraiser, looking for a flexible, part-time hybrid role? Would you be exited to fundraise without a high-pressured environment? We want you to take charge of this dynamic and varied job opportunity, joining a successful, supportive teamwhere there is real fulfillment and opportunity to springboard your career.
If you are a team-player, able to work remotely, have experience in fundraising at all levels including grant bid writing and prospect development, have creative ideas and a real huger to raise money for a great cause, this could be the job for you.
We are a small, fast-growing local charity supporting families with disabled children, based in Berkshire. We have great contacts locally and a high profile in our community.
The role is circa 16 hours a week, with a salary range of £38K - £42K (FTE) pro rata and dependent on experience. 30 days annual leave (pro rata), flexible working hours and pension.
ORGANISATIONAL INFORMATION
We are a multi award-winning charity supporting disabled children and their families in Wokingham, Berkshire. Our mission is to improve the lives of disabled children, young adults and their families in our area. We achieve this by providing accessible play activities in our purpose-designed community centre as well as providing parent/carer support and offering a service to young, disabled adults, sourcing life-fulfilling opportunities for them in whatever form that may take. Our work is underpinned by core values of integrity, enthusiasm, inclusion and team-work.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
This is an exciting opportunity to join our small and friendly team and take on responsibility for raising much-needed funds to enable our service to continue to thrive. The organisation is not high-cost, the target being £130,000 a year, much of which is sourced through the hiring of our space to other groups working with disabled children. As Head of Fundraising, you will report to the charity’s CEO as well as working closely with our Head of PR and Centre Manager. This is a diverse and rewarding role where you will be able to see the direct impact of your work and the families you are helping. You will also be able to develop the charity’s overall fundraising strategy and will play a crucial role in the future of this important organisation, described by many of its users as a life line.
BENEFITS:
· generous annual leave allowance of 30 days p.a.
· bank holidays
· employer pension contribution.
For the full job description and person specification, please see the attached document below
To provide facilities of social welfare for the education, recreation or other leisure pursuits for disabled children and young adults in Berkshire.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Senior Manager, Partnerships
Group: Fundraising and Engagement
Reporting to: Head of Partnerships
Location: London, UK. Hybrid (3 days a week in the office)
Working Pattern: Full time
Salary: £44,000 - £46,000 per annum
ABOUT LUMOS
Lumos’s mission is to fight for every child’s right to a family by transforming care systems around the world. Our vision is for all children to grow up in safe and loving families.
Despite clear evidence of the harms of institutionalisation, an estimated 5.4 million children worldwide continue to live in institutions. Separated from their families and communities, these children are deprived of the love, attention and opportunities they need to thrive. Our three-pronged approach is to prevent family separation, to protect children and to promote care reform. We’ve made important progress in closing harmful institutions and reuniting children with their families. And where children are unable to live with their birth families, we promote alternative family-based care, such as kinship care and quality foster care. Thanks to our tireless efforts alongside many other champions of care reform, the harms of institutionalisation are now more widely understood. A global movement is underway and the UN, the EU and some large development agencies have joined individual countries in pledging to change how they care for vulnerable children. We are committed to ensuring that global policy commitments are translated into local action, leading to sustainable change for vulnerable children.
JOB PURPOSE
The Senior Manager, Partnerships role makes a vital contribution to our objective to bring about transformative change for children. The key focus of this role is to secure income generation from Trusts, Foundations and Institutional Funders. The team is set to raise over £3.2 million in 2024 and has ambitions to grow this further in future years.
As Senior Manager, Partnerships you will identify, cultivate, secure and steward major gifts from existing and prospective donors who can support Lumos, usually at the five or six figure level. In your role you will build and foster positive relationships with grant-making organisations and institutions (bi-laterals and multilaterals), providing excellent stewardship and account management and drafting compelling and comprehensive proposals and reports.
You will work with colleagues and stakeholders in the Fundraising and Engagement Team as well as across our global organisation, including the Executive Leadership Team, Programmes Team, Country Teams and our Board of Trustees to effectively cultivate prospective partners, support existing partnerships and prioritise and progress opportunities.
KEY OBJECTIVES
Income generation:
• Pro-actively research and cultivate relationships with donors, especially Trusts, Foundations and Institutional Donors.
• Work with the Head of Partnerships, Director of Programmes, Chief Executive, Country Teams as well as existing supporters to maximise their networks and introduce new partnerships to Lumos.
Relationship management and stewardship:
• Provide exceptional relationship management and execute tailored cultivation and stewardship plans for prospective and existing donors. • Develop high quality communications for donors, including proposals, reports and stewardship materials.
• From time to time, represent Lumos at events and meetings to grow our network of supporters and contacts.
• Work collaboratively to strategically manage and maximise funding opportunities.
• Work with Fundraising and Programmes colleagues, via regular structured communication, to identify synergies between organisational priorities and funding opportunities and trends, and to develop funding propositions, detailed financial information and reports.
• Use the Salesforce database to maintain accurate records of opportunities, income, donor communication and interactions and to monitor prospecting activity and progress towards KPIs.
Other responsibilities:
• Keep abreast of fundraising trends and challenges, and the legal and regulatory environment.
• Manage, monitor and report on income against targets and contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to ELT and Trustees.
• Contribute towards annual planning and strategy development with the wider team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting The James Hopkins Trust as they look to appoint a new Trust Director to lead their team. This position will be offered on a permanent, full-time basis with the expectation to be in the office 5 days a week.
Founded by a family, for families, James Hopkins Trust has been a cornerstone of support for children with life-shortening conditions and their families in Gloucestershire for over 35 years. Based at their purpose-built Kites Corner in Gloucester, they provide specialised nursing respite care in a multisensory environment where children can enjoy respite day or night.
This role is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children with life-shortening conditions and their families. As Trust Director, you will be instrumental in delivering our strategic goals, supported by an experienced Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees.
The Trust Director will balance leading the team, engaging directly with families, and representing James Hopkins Trust on a local and national stage. While clinical experience is not essential, you will be expected to grow and stay informed about trends and issues in the care of children with complex health conditions. You will lead a team that is deeply committed to their mission, and the Board of Trustees will support you in driving the organisation forward.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of strategic leadership within a small charity with strong communication and networking skills. You will ideally be qualified to be able to be the Nominated Individual for the CQC Registration and be the Registered Manager with knowledge of the national and local health and social care agendas.
This is a critical appointment for a cherished charity serving the population of Gloucestershire. This role provides an opportunity for the successful candidate to ensure the charity continues to thrive and expand its reach, making a profound difference to the children and families we serve.
To express interest in this position, please apply with your CV only. If suitable, the relevant consultant will be in touch with you to arrange a call to explore your candidacy further and speak further about the full application process.
City of London School is recruiting a Development Manager (Operations and Stewardship) to increase philanthropy income over the next 5 years to give more children from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to attend one of the UK’s leading independent schools.
Location: Central London. At least 2 days a week in the office during term time. Fully remote during school holidays.
Applications close at 9 a.m. Monday 23rd September.
Who we are.
At City of London School, we understand that for pupils to thrive, they must be happy. It is why we cherish individuality, shun stereotypes, and encourage every pupil to be the very best version of themselves. With a vibrant, multicultural city on our doorstep, we draw strength from difference, recognising that diverse perspectives can help answer big questions.
About the role.
The Development Manager (Operations and Stewardship) will manage and provide strategic direction for all operations in the office including gift administration, regulatory compliance (including GDPR/PECR), gift aid claims and reporting on fundraising and alumni engagement outcomes.
The post holder will use data-driven insight to make recommendations for improvements to activities and help ensure the maximum amount of philanthropic income is raised. They will project manage key materials including the annual donor impact report and bespoke stewardship reports.
Who we are looking for.
We are searching for candidates who have worked in similar roles previously and want to take the next step in their careers. Switched-on people who love the details and are passionate about data, managing processes, and systems are our dream candidates!
Relationship builders are also sought after, given the many internal and external relationships that this role will have the pleasure of forging and developing.
We are also looking for candidates who want to provide creative, innovative, and impactful stewarding programmes to thank and encourage stronger relationships with their funders.
If you can bring rigour and be proactive, then this is the role for you!
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 23rd September.
First Give
First Give was founded in 2014 to inspire, equip and motivate young people to make a difference to the causes they care about. As we approach our second decade, it is an exciting time to join the charity. Our vision is of a more generous society where all people are willing and able to give their time, money and skills to causes that they care about.
We are currently developing a new strategy which by which we aim to have reached a million young people by 2034. We intend to do this by developing new programmes and activities that will support us to achieve our mission: to create opportunities for young people to be inspired and empowered to give their time, money or skills to charities and causes that matter to them. Our existing programmes are delivered in partnership with schools across England and Wales, ensuring that as many young people as possible, regardless of their background have the opportunity to take part.
Our values at First Give inform who we are and what we do. We are:
- Altruistic
- Inspiring
- Empowering
- Collaborative
- Professional
Head of Programmes role
The Head of Programmes will oversee all elements of programme design, development and delivery at First Give. They will lead the Programmes Team, including line management of two Programme Managers, ensuring high quality delivery of all First Give programmes
Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: £43,000 (+£2,000 London weighting if applicable)
Location: This role will be hybrid, with 2-3 days a week based in our office in Central London (West Hampstead). Regular travel across England and Wales will be required.
Reporting to: Director
Direct Reports: 2-3 Programme Managers and Facilitator Officer
Key responsibilities
Programme Delivery
- Lead the Programmes Team to ensure all First Give partner schools are supported to deliver outstanding First Give programmes
- Oversee and monitor delivery of First Give programmes at partner schools, including planning and tracking programme delivery against the charity’s ambitious targets and deadlines and ensuring First Give is resourced to deliver planned programmes (programme resources, personnel and budget)
- Lead on procurement and provision of First Give programme resources
- Provide regular updates for the Director on programme delivery and performance across all partner schools
- Manage escalated objections or issues raised by partner schools and other relevant stakeholders
- Support the Programmes Team to recruit, train and support a team of freelance facilitators to ensure all First Give schools receive excellent quality sessions and events at their school
- Ensure retention of existing partner school relationships year on year to organisational target
Programme Development and Improvement
- Ensure First Give Teacher Hub and all Programme resources are up to date, accessible and high quality
- Lead on annual programme resource improvement process for all programmes
- Lead on the development of new programmes at First Give in line with organisational strategy (including First Give Primary, First Give Step Up and First Give One Day)
Monitoring & Evaluation
- Develop and implement a robust Evaluation Plan to ensure First Give is consistently able to report on the impact and efficiency of its programmes
- Coordinate the collection and utilisation of data and insights on programme delivery and impact to implement improvements to programming
- Provide impact data in an easily accessible format for use by the Director, Deputy Director and others for fundraising, reporting and other communications
Programmes Team Leadership
- Develop and cultivate a positive, hard-working and happy team culture in line with First Give brand identity
- Manage complaints and/or performance management issues effectively to ensure success of individuals and the wider team
- Line manage the Programme Managers, ensuring development opportunities
Youth Voice
- Work with the Director to develop a new approach for First Give to encourage, engage and amplify young people’s voices in the development of our work
- Create meaningful opportunities for young people to influence and engage with our work and impact
Safeguarding
- Act as First Give’s Deputy Designated Safeguarding Officer, ensuring compliance with our safeguarding procedures and processes and working to develop a culture of safeguarding within the organisation
The job description gives an outline of key duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The post holder may be asked to take on other relevant responsibilities as reasonably requested by their line manager.
Safer recruitment
Safer recruitment and safeguarding is of paramount importance to us, as an organisation that works with and for young people. The successful candidate will be made a conditional offer subject to two references (one of which must be your most recent employer) and any offer of employment will be subject to a DBS check.
Person Specification
Essential
- Passionate about young people and their potential to drive social change
- Excellent project management skills
- Experienced line manager and team leader with excellent people management skills, including coaching and motivating others
- Experience developing strong relationships with remote and external stakeholders
- Experience of working in the secondary education sector/with teachers
- Experience designing and developing high quality programmes for delivery in a school environment
- Experience recruiting and managing volunteers and/or freelancers
- Excellent attention to detail and high standards
- Strong objection handler with customers/clients
- Ability to build rapport with senior leaders in the education sector
- A strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation techniques
- A demonstrably proactive worker, able to work well alone and as part of a team
- Understanding of safeguarding processes and good practice
Desirable
- Experience of remote line management
- Experience of working in a remote, decentralised team
- Experience of using Salesforce
Why work for First Give?
First Give provides many benefits and prides itself on how it treats its staff. Our benefits include:
- Three additional days between Christmas and New Year given to staff gratis. An additional day off for your birthday in addition to your annual leave allowance. Annual leave allowance increases year on year after 3 years with First Give.
- Access to Health Assured (health and wellbeing) Employee Assistance Programme.
- As you will use your personal mobile for work, First Give provides a phone allowance to contribute towards your mobile costs.
- Training and professional development budget, with regular training offered through the Pears Foundation.
- Laptops are provided on a ‘paid for through service’ arrangement and become the employees after three years of service.
- Multiple team socials throughout the year.
The students we work with come from a diverse range of backgrounds, and so do we. We want to ensure that we are recruiting, retaining and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues. We want to foster a diverse and inclusive culture, to empower our teams to achieve our vision drawing on the broadest possible range of experiences. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates from minoritised groups currently underrepresented on our executive team, particularly black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates.
Application process
Please fill out the Microsoft form by clicking the Apply Now button which includes a statement of how you fulfil the specification above, and why you want this role at First Give. We would also request that you fill out our equality & diversity monitoring form (this will not be linked to your application).
1. Application closes: Monday 23rd September, 9am
2. Interviews: Thursday 3rd October
3. Start date: Monday 18th November or as soon as possible after this date
Creating opportunities where young people are inspired and empowered to give their time, money or skills to charities and causes that they care about
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Youth Work
Are you motivated, energetic, and organised with the ability to connect with both young people and staff/volunteers?
If you are looking for a leadership position that requires creativity, that will enable you to flourish, be ambitious, operate both strategically and operationally, and drive success then this is the position for you!
As an equal opportunities’ employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
Position: Head of Youth Work
Location: Grimsby
Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 (dependent upon experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays; workplace pension; free gym access (once the site has opened); access to the OnSide Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.
Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday 23 September
First stage interviews (in-person in Grimsby): Monday 9 October
Young Person Panel (in-person in Grimsby): Evening of 15 October
Second stage interviews (in-person): In a North-West based Youth Zone – Date TBC
About the Role
As the Head of Youth Work, you'll take the lead in shaping the future for young people, guiding a dynamic team of Youth Workers to create a youth work experience that stands out. We’re looking for someone who’s creative, driven, and all about making things happen for young people. You’ll be hands-on, with a positive vibe, ready to bring fresh ideas to the table and see them through to success.
No two days will be the same! You’ll be at the forefront, designing the new Youth Work Offer, recruiting and developing a passionate team, and ensuring our programs run smoothly. From junior and senior clubs to holiday clubs and events, you’ll make sure everything is on point.
You’ll be a crucial part of this new Youth Zone for Grimsby and North-East Lincolnshire, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive. Ready to make a difference? Join us!
Key responsibilities include:
- Staffing
- The Offer (Programme)
- Young People
- Policy, Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Leadership
Before the Youth Zone opens and during its construction, there will be elements of hybrid working in place.
About You
You will:
- Be driven, hardworking, organised and equally comfortable engaging with young people and staff/volunteers.
- Have a sense of fun, plenty of energy but also a calm temperament and the ability to operate at a senior level
- Believe in young people’s potential and be proactive and can-do.
You won’t be afraid to get stuck in leading sessions yourself if needed, and you will lead on safeguarding within the organisation.
You will have experience of:
- Youth work, including in open access environments with young people aged 7-19 (up to 25 with additional needs/disability)
- Leading and managing youth work activities
- Managing staff and volunteers, leading a team to achieve targets and key performance indicators (for example membership & attendance)
- Managing budgets
- Managing conflict between young people and establish clear behaviour standards
- Developing opportunities for young people to participate in decision making processes
To apply, you will be asked to submit a CV and cover letter via the company website.
About the Organisation
This is a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Grimsby, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 – 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure. The building is due to be completed in 2025.
The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application.
The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Youth Work, Head of Youth Work, Director of Youth Work, Youth Work Director, Head of Community Youth Work, Community Youth Work Director, Youth Worker.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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East London based charity Ascension Community Trust (ACT) is recruiting a new CEO to lead the next stage of development of this much-loved community organisation. Based in Custom House in Newham, our next CEO will work with the trustees, staff team, volunteers and local community to support the continued success of Ascension Community Trust, delivering its vision, mission and values. Our current focus is on better health, improved education and less poverty amongst residents of our community.Our range of services includes foodbank and advice service, youth and afterschool clubs and much more, supporting all members of the community including families, older people and adults with complex needs. With an existing strong foundation of impactful services to build upon, there is so much potential for the next CEO to achieve future growth.
Responsibilities
- Leadership and Management of Staff and Volunteers
- Organisational planning and development
- Developing relationships with other community partners
- Oversight of fundraising and financial management, with staff team
- Oversight of marketing and communications, with staff team
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3+ years' experience in a senior management position within a charity or community organisation
- Leadership and management skills essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication, including networking
- Experience of writing grants and reports desirable
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Childhood Cancer International (CCI) is a global association made up of parent, survivor and civil organisations dedicated to improving the lives of children and adolescents with cancer, along with their families. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced International Fundraiser to join our team. This position will play a crucial role in securing international grants and funding to support our programmes and initiatives around the world. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising, particularly in successfully obtaining international grants and securing funding from diverse sources.
Base: International Scope, Home-based (with preference to individual based in upper-middle or high income country), with occasional travel.
Responsibilities:
1. Research and Identify Funding Opportunities
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Conduct thorough research to identify international grant opportunities, funding agencies/foundations/institutions and other potential donors.
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Monitor international grant databases, donor directories, and relevant funding portals to stay updated on available funding opportunities.
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Evaluate eligibility criteria, guidelines and application requirements of potential grants and funding sources
2. Grant Proposal Development
- With the ED and the CCI Board (and in collaboration with the global Programme Manager) to develop targeted and compelling grant proposals, ensuring alignment with the organisation's strategic goals.
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Prepare high-quality proposals/grant applications, including budgets, project narratives, monitoring framework for impact assessments, and any additional documentation required.
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Tailor proposals to meet the specific requirements and expectations of each funding opportunity.
3. Relationship Building and Networking
- Cultivate relationships with international funding agencies, philanthropic organisations, corporate partners, and other potential global donors to expand CCI's network and funding base.
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With the ED, identify and create new relationships with high net-worth individuals to expand CCI's funding base.
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Utilize networks, platforms and other avenues to enhance the CCI brand and increase our network and relationships towards attracting potential donors.
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Assist the ED in developing an effective fundraising strategy aligned with CCI's strategic plan.
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If and when required, attend conferences, workshops, and fundraising events to build connections, to identify and develop funding opportunities.
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With ED, maintain regular communication with existing donors, keeping them informed about CCI's progress and impact.
4. Grant Management and Reporting
- Ensure compliance with grant agreements, including tracking deliverables, reporting deadlines, and financial requirements.
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Work closely with ED and CCI members to provide accurate and timely progress reports to donors.
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With the ED, maintain records of grants, funding applications, and donor interactions.
5. Marketing
- With the ED, evaluate the effectiveness of marketing and communication techniques and assist in make necessary adjustments.
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Reach a greater number of supporters and donors through innovative marketing strategies; including, with the ED, the creation of new and innovative fundraising campaigns, or the linking of current events and campaigns to fundraising outcomes.
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Collaborate with the ED and the Communications Manager on the development of communications and marketing materials.
6. General Fundraising Responsibilities
- Stay up to date with current trends, strategies, and best practices in international fundraising and grant writing.
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Participate in professional development opportunities, training sessions, and workshops to enhance fundraising skills and knowledge, as well as knowledge and understanding of the childhood cancer sector.
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Any other fundraising activity as requested by the ED.
Qualifications:
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A tertiary qualification, degree (or higher qualification) in a relevant field (for example in international development, marketing or communications).
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A minimum of proven four years’ experience in international fundraising, grant writing, and securing funding from diverse sources.
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Familiarity with international grant databases, donor directories, and funding portals. You should have an existing network of funders and donors.
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Research and analytical skills.
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Strong writing skills with the ability to craft persuasive and compelling grant proposals.
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Experience in developing budgets for grant applications.
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Ability to work independently, under pressure and to meet deadlines.
Remuneration and working conditions:
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Remuneration package of €55 000 (Euros) per annum, excluding incentive bonuses
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38 hour week, remote work
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Contract position
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22 days leave per annum
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This position may require occasional travel to attend conferences, meetings, and fundraising events (costs of which will be covered by the organisation).
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Work hours usually 9 to 5 but will vary depending on deadlines and time zone differences when dealing with members, international partners and donors.
Application and closing date: Please apply by sending your CV/Resume as well as a covering letter by 25th of September, 2024.
Join our global community and the passionate team at Childhood Cancer International (CCI) and contribute to improving the lives of children and adolescents with cancer worldwide. Apply today!
Please apply by sending your CV/Resume as well as a covering letter by 25th of September, 2024.
Children’s Rights and Sport Specialist
£49,000 per annum pro rata
Fixed term, 10 - 12 months (Parental Leave cover)
Part home/Part office (London or Edinburgh) based
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
Join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as the Children’s Rights and Sport Specialist and be part of a small and dynamic team dedicated to embedding children’s rights in the world of sport.
You will play a key role in leading and implementing various parts of UNICEF UK’s children's rights and sport initiatives. This includes advocating for children's rights within the sports sector, focusing on: Scotland, esports, and Mega Sporting Events. You will also contribute to global projects related to children’s rights and sport, serving as a spokesperson for UNICEF UK externally.
You will bring prior experience in children’s rights within the sports industry or a related field. A solid grasp of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights is also crucial. If you have led projects, influenced key stakeholders, possess exceptional communication skills and have a collaborative spirit, this role is tailor-made for you.
Don't miss this chance to make a meaningful impact and be a part of something truly special. Apply now and be a catalyst for change in the realm of children's rights and sport!
Act now and visit our website via the link, to apply online.
Closing date: 9am, Thursday 26 September 2024.
Interview date: Thursday 10 October 2024 via video conferencing (MS Teams).
In return, we offer:
· excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools).
· outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role.
· impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and in the Mansfield Traquair Centre in Edinburgh.
· an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work, and are motivated to do their utmost for children.
· the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world.
Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.
We are gradually moving back to our offices on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the Mansfield Traquair Centre in Edinburgh, and we anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.
UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.
We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
Registered Charity Nos. 1072612 (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
The purpose of the role is to plan and deliver strategically the fundraising required for the ongoing success of NCO, enabling this important national music organisation to develop and deliver its mission.
Main Responsibilities
Strategy and Planning
Working with the Chief Executive and Development and Communications Committee to set and lead on the development of NCO’s development strategy, setting fundraising targets in line with strategic objectives.
Oversee all fundraising activity and report to the Chief Executive, NCO Board and Finance Committee on progress towards income targets.
As a member of the Senior Management Team, represent the Development function to ensure full account is taken of development potential whilst contributing towards the leadership and strategic direction of NCO.
Individual Giving
Lead on re-establishing NCO’s Individual Giving programme, drawing on the potential pipeline of current stakeholders (eg parents and alumni) and delegating to/working with the Development Team in its successful delivery.
Lead on new mid/major donor giving and relationships including legacies, personally managing a portfolio of prospects and donors.
Support the Development team to lead in the delivery of NCO’s annual giving programmes, ie Friends and Patrons.
Lead on individual campaigns, working collaboratively with the Development team to maximise opportunities to engage with new supporters through events and matched funding initiatives (eg The Big Give).
Work with the Chief Executive and other senior staff to ensure the continued engagement and support of the NCO Board.
Trusts and Foundations
Lead on fundraising from Trusts & Foundations and other grant giving bodies (excluding statutory funding).
Research and cultivate existing and new funders, working with the Chief Executive, Board and the Development Team to initiate new partnerships and maintaining systems to ensure that those partnerships are successfully managed and sustained.
Prepare compelling major grant applications to secure new funding with sound attention to detail, and work with colleagues by leading and advising on other vital grant applications undertaken by members of the Development team, sharing best practice in fundraising to develop the organisation’s skills.
As part of the Development team, provide appropriate and timely monitoring information to trusts and foundations, as required by their conditions of support including, where appropriate, organising events and visits.
Corporate Fundraising
Lead the Development team on stewarding existing and cultivating new corporate sponsors and ensuring benefits and recognition are delivered across NCO’s marketing channels.
Statutory Funding
Support the Chief Executive and wider team to ensure that NCO fulfils its quarterly and annual reporting requirements to Arts Council England and the Department for Education and in the creation of new funding applications including as part of the next ACE Investment Review.
(NB: The day to day management and reporting requirements of NCO’s NPO and DfE grants will be managed by a newly appointed Business Administrator and overseen by the Chief Executive).
Organisation and Management
Line manage NCO’s Development Manager through individual objective setting and performance management, regular 1:1 meetings and identification of training needs.
Empower the Development team by ensuring they have regular opportunities to develop their skills and experience across different areas of fundraising and through training whilst supporting them wholeheartedly in their professional development.
Inspire and lead the Development team, and set an example, on the application, implementation and adherence to all NCO policies and procedures.
Support the Development team to lead on the development of NCO’s CRM System (Beacon) in specific relation to its fundraising functions, in line with the Data Protection Act.
Maximise the potential of Gift Aid from all donations, supporting the Development team to ensure all donations and payments received are appropriately logged, accompanied by appropriate paperwork and in line with annual audit requirements and submitted in a timely manner.
Produce Development reports for quarterly Board and Finance Committee meetings, attending online and in person as required.
Undertake research and maintain a high level of knowledge about trusts, foundations, individuals, and statutory funding to inform planning.
Represent NCO at conferences undertaking public and media presentations, attending conferences and events and lobbying forums as appropriate
Actively Interviewing
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!
37 hours per week / Permanent / Hybrid (three days onsite and two from home) Monday-Thursday, 9am-5pm, Friday 9am-4.30pm.
Our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.
YMCA DownsLink Group has been delivering counselling and therapeutic services to children, young people and families through our YMCA Dialogue Service in community and school settings for over 25 years.
We are looking for an experienced Service Manager to join our innovative and skilled counselling service to lead operational plans in line with organisation strategy and local strategic priorities, designing and developing a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of children and young people aged 11 to 18 years. You will manage and review performance against contract KPI’s and support the engagement of service users in co-production and participatory activities.
In delivering the role, you will work closely with the Clinical Lead, Team Managers and Head of Service, you will manage the continuing growth and development of our community-based children and young people’s counselling and wellbeing services in West Sussex. You will hold operational responsibility for the West Sussex Single Point of Access (SPOA) partnership, working alongside SPFT and the Youth Emotional Support service management and delivery teams to provide an effective referral pathway to support services for children and young people in West Sussex.
In addition, you will manage the development and operational delivery of services, providing line management support to the team, and be accountable for the financial performance of the service through the setting, administering and review of budgets. You will work closely with senior colleagues to assess business opportunities, tendering for and maintaining contracts.
ABOUT YOU: We know that there are great candidates who will not fit everything described, or who have important skills we have not mentioned. If that is you, please do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.
You will already have experience of working in a managerial or Lead capacity in Counselling and Mental Health Services for Children and Young People. You will have working knowledge of Trauma Informed Care and Psychologically Informed Environments and be able to hold a supervisory caseload, providing consultation to peers, colleagues, stakeholders and external agencies. You will have good communication and facilitation skills and the ability to successfully manage challenging and changing priorities whilst remaining calm and solution focused. You will already have substantial knowledge of and experience in Safeguarding and the assessment of risk for both clients and services and be able to work closely with internal and external partners to review and implement policy and procedural change.
In addition, you will have experience in the implementation of clinical structures, clinical governance, supervision processes and clinical eligibility/thresholds.
We believe every young person has the right to discover their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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!
22.5 hours per week / £49,015 per annum, pro rata / Permanent / Hybrid (two days onsite and one from home) Monday and Thursday, 9am-5pm, Friday 9am-4.30pm.
Our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.
YMCA DownsLink Group has been delivering counselling and therapeutic services to children, young people and families through our YMCA Dialogue Service in community and school settings for over 25 years.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join us to develop and implement service wide standards and frameworks, to maintain and strengthen our demonstrable clinical excellence. We are looking for a Clinical Lead to join our experienced and supportive counselling team to coordinate and deliver an innovative and clinically excellent mental health and wellbeing service. You will provide dynamic leadership; motivating and inspiring clinical practitioners in our Dialogue service to ensure the highest quality counselling service is delivered to children and young people.
In delivering the role, you will work closely with the Service Manager and Head of Service, to provide and oversee operational clinical governance including responsibility for Reflective Practice and Clinical Supervision across the service, holding a caseload and providing clear direction and support for our stakeholders. and enhancing our offer to Young People, their carers and families.
ABOUT YOU: We know that there are great candidates who will not fit everything described, or who have important skills we have not mentioned. If that is you, please do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.
You will have been trained to a Post graduate level, with further experience and/or training in a recognised psychological therapy with professional accreditation (see attached job profile for further details). You will already have experience of working in Counselling and Mental Health Services for Children and Young People, or similar services, as well as managing and/or supervising a team, along with working knowledge of Trauma Informed Care and Psychologically Informed Environments and be able to hold a clinical and supervisory caseload. You will have good communication and facilitation skills and the ability to successfully manage challenging and changing priorities whilst remaining calm and solution focused. In addition, you will have experience of overseeing safeguarding procedures for young people or adults at risk and be an accredited member of a recognised Counselling and or Psychotherapy regulatory body.
We believe every young person has the right to discover their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.