Development Manager (Fundraising) Jobs
We are looking for a Fundraising Manager(Corporate Partnerships) for an incredible youth charity, to be responsible for account managing key corporate partnerships and relationships, identifying and developing potential new business and supporting the implementation of the corporate fundraising strategy.
This is a hybrid role with 2 days a week in the London office.
The Charity
A vibrant and collaborative charity, dedicated to providing young people with access to resources that enable them to thrive in life.
You will be joining a highly respected organisation, known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering a fantastic benefits package, including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, a competitive pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 6% and enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay, as well as much more.
The Role
Lead on delivery and day-to-day management of a portfolio of high and mid-value corporate partners and supporters.
Create and maintain strategic and tailored stewardship and development plans for each corporate supporter.
Secure new corporate relationships through strategic, proactive prospecting and outreach.
Manage the budgeting process and monitor and manage income and expenditure effectively.
The Candidate
Proven track record of success in raising substantial income through Corporate Partnerships
Experience of managing and reporting on income and expenditure budgets.
Experience of managing five and six figure Corporate Partnerships.
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We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
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Men's Minds Matter brings psychological clinical expertise and lived experience to suicide prevention and intervention. In 2021, we launched the MMM model of psychological entrapment and suicidal crises (PESC-M), which now underpins everything we do. This is the first model of its kind, and we believe it has the potential to save many lives.
Our model underpins everything we do from training workshops, research, campaigning, and intervention development across multiple platforms. We are looking for someone as dedicated as we are to oversee our business development and help grow our future financial sustainability.
You will be working alongside our directors to secure funding to these projects whilst co-ordinating our business activities and business development.
Position: Fundraising and business development lead
Responsible to: MMM Directors
Location: Sheffield – hybrid working
Hours – 37.5 hours per week. PT and flexible hours considered.
Salary – 31-39K per annum depending on experience
Leave and benefits.
· Annual leave
· 30 days annual leave not including bank holidays
· Company pension
How to apply.
Click on the apply button below. You will be asked to submit a CV and answer some brief questions.
We will be actively reviewing applications and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The ad may close early if a successful candidate is found.
What are the key responsibilities?
· You will work with the directors to develop a three-year strategy for Men’s Minds Matter ensuring it is ambitious, relevant and impactful, in line with the overall direction and integrity of Men’s Minds Matter.
· You will manage complex programmes of work for Men’s Minds Matter, including app development, fundraising and partnership working, research and service evaluation, strategic direction. Ensuring high quality work that meets our strategic aims and linking together projects across the work-plan.
· You will work with leading institutions and/or individuals to develop and secure key partnerships and collaborations which achieve Men’s Minds Matter strategic aims as required.
· You will champion the importance, value, and impact of lived experience involvement to Men's Minds Matter membership and wider suicide prevention sector.
· You will line manage new staff as required.
Skills and Experience:
Essential
· Substantial experience of working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders in the public and voluntary sectors including participation in external forums.
· Experience of fundraising, building partnerships and generating sustainable funding streams.
· Experience of partnership working or initiative with demonstrable ability to engage and galvanise people to participate in it.
· Strong knowledge of the mental health sector and/or suicide prevention.
· Excellent interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills, facilitation skills, and a demonstrable ability to network effectively.
· Track record of devising and delivering strategic programmes of work
· Experience of leading by example and motivating and supporting others effectively.
· Ability to produce high quality communications, including practical guidance for non-specialist audiences.
· A demonstrable ability to problem solve in a creative and positive way.
· Commitment to the purposes of the Men's Minds Matter and to suicide prevention.
· Good IT skills, specifically the competent use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams.
· Experience of managing budgets and securing funding.
Desirable
· Experience of working with people with lived experience of suicidal behaviour or mental health issues.
· Experience in developing member or audience engagement strategy.
· Some knowledge of content management systems or website management.
We are looking for a Development Events Manager to join the National Theatre Development Team.
The purpose of the role
The Development Events Manager’s role is to organise a portfolio of events and support of larger annual fundraising events. They are responsible for creating and delivering a variety of events that align with supporter benefits, in order to engage potential supporters and further develop relationships with existing supporters. The role works collaboratively with the fundraising and membership teams in the department, to best meet the needs of supporters and maximise income.
The successful candidate will have experience of managing events and strong project management skills. They will have excellent organisational and communication skills and the ability to work on their own initiative as well as in a team. They will be used to working in a fast-paced environment and to managing multiple events simultaneously.
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Experience of effective events management and successful project management
- Ability to work to one’s own initiative
- Excellent organisational skills
- Exceptional communication skills when working with a range of different groups of people
- Experience of effective collaboration
If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!
Working with us will give you...
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Complimentary staff tickets for shows and NT Talks and Events, subject to availability and policy.
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Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafes, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses (from Wagamama to local childcare providers & gyms on and around the South Bank)
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Access to interest-free season ticket loan and Cyclescheme partnership
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Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST
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Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy
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Generous sick pay
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Family-friendly employer with supporting policies
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Hybrid and flexible working, subject to agreement and policy
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Training and Development Programme via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role.
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On-site Occupational Health and welfare support
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Free-to-access Employee Assistance Programme, enabling counselling and mental wellbeing support, financial and legal advice, and advice on caring responsibilities.
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On-site staff canteen and bar
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Staff networks including Amplified: The Ethnically Diverse Network; Disability Staff Network; LGBTQ+ Network; Parents and Parents & Carers Network
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The NT is also a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA)
Please note
The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Tuesday 4th June 2024 at 12 noon.
We support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.
People Department 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an excellent Trust Fundraiser? Looking for your next challenge? Want to work within a Christian charity? Then this role could be for you.
IHP’s vision is to see a world in which all suffering due to lack of healthcare is eradicated. Our Christian faith underpins all that we do. It motivates us to care for those in need, and give our best in all circumstances, as an expression of God's love. We serve the poor in health without regard for ethnic or religious background, focusing on where the need is greatest.
In the last 3 years IHP's income of over £5.8m enabled us to reach over 54 million patients in more than 25 countries across the world. This income came from a range of sources including institutional, corporate grants (mainly healthcare companies who also donate medicines and healthcare supplies), trusts and foundations, partner NGOs, and individuals.
To support our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Trust Fundraising Officer to join our small yet dynamic Fundraising team to help grow our income through Charitable Trusts and grant making organisations. This is an exciting time to join the organisation as we celebrate our 20th Anniversary year and look to a future of growth and building on our past achievements.
About the role
- You'll research trusts and foundations funding opportunities to which IHP can apply.
- You'll prepare and submit compelling funding applications to trusts and foundations in order to grow our core income.
- You'll work across teams and build effective relationships with team members in order to identify suitable projects for funding in line with strategy and budgets.
- You'll support the preparation of funding applications by members of the team to other donors, including corporate donors, major donors and other charity partners (NGOs)
Essential qualifications, knowledge,/transferrable skills and experience:
- Relevant fundraising experience (trusts and foundations)
- Experience of managing relationships with external stakeholder
- Experience of administration and record-keeping
- Experience of developing and managing budgets in line with funding applications.
- Knowledge of humanitarian response, international development and/or global health (Desirable)
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Highly organised, efficient and self-motivated
- Ability to work with competing priorities, deadlines and targets
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to be flexible as part of a small team
- Excellent research skills with an eye to identify opportunities
- A results-oriented mindset with a commitment to meeting and exceeding fundraising targets
- Committed to IHP’s Christian Ethos
See the Person Specification and Job Description for more detail.
IHP is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Staff regularly spend time together praying for IHP’s work and there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal commitment to the Christian faith.Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
We offer excellent benefits including a company pension scheme, employee wellbeing and benefits support, training, development and a generous holiday entitlement. We have an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion staff working group. Our staff describe our culture as 'inclusive', 'dynamic' and 'rewarding', a place where you will be supported to 'thrive professionally and personally'. A recent starter has described IHP as a place which 'puts people at our heart'.
Join a dynamic team where your skills are valued, your voice is heard and you have the space to work independently and develop.
Applications will be reviewed as received and interviews will be held when required so please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter of no more than two A4 sides setting out how you meet the person specification including the Occupational Requirement. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
If you face any challenges in the application process or require any support please call IHP's office and ask for HR.
Applications will be reviewed as received and interviews will be held when required so please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
We want to see a world in which all suffering due to lack of healthcare is eradicated.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising Manager
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Fundraising Manager to become a vital part of a small, friendly and ambitious fundraising team.
Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Hybrid working – primarily homebased with occasional travel to Maidenhead
Salary: £34,978 per annum
Contract: Full time, permanent
About the role:
The fundraising team raise approximately £400K annually and aspiring to grow by over half a million by 2025. You will be responsible for leading and growing income via the charities Corporate Partnerships and Sporting Challenges. The ideal candidate will have high-level experience in corporate fundraising.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide excellent account management to some of the charities existing and new corporate relationships.
- Carry out effective prospect research.
- Engage companies in our sporting challenges.
- Nurture effective relationships with corporate partners to achieve the best outcomes for the charity.
- Manage and grow the charities portfolio of challenge events to maximise income from this fundraising stream to achieve and exceed set income and expenditure targets, offering opportunities for engagement, and fundraising across the calendar year.
- Plan and deliver the marketing and recruitment of a range of events, including the London Marathon and other major running, hiking, cycling, swimming, skydiving and ultra-challenges.
- Coordinate and create content for the Fundraising Team communications via social media and digital communications to increase engagement from supporters.
- Create and manage annual budget lines to ensure income and expenditure meet set financial targets to maximise a return on investment.
- Monitor and report on income and expenditure for the relevant budget lines.
- Actively participate in team meetings.
- Attend key fundraising events and annual conference.
About you:
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A proven track record of successfully managing a charity’s corporate partnerships and sporting challenges.
- Good knowledge of the principals of customer service/supporter care and donor development.
- Sound knowledge of GDPR and the impact on fundraising in terms of on-going consent and deletions of donors.
- Significant experience of working within a charity in a similar fundraising role.
- Experience of developing new fundraising products and building a programme of engagement to grow fundraising income.
- Experience of managing events, preferably sporting challenge events.
- Excellent digital skills with experience of using a variety of online platforms, including website editing, image re-sizing, social media, and e-news content creation.
- Experience of using a CRM database to maintain data accurately, and an understanding of how to extract and evaluate information.
- Strong presentation, negotiation and influencing skills with a creative and entrepreneurial outlook.
- Strong project management skills.
- Excellent MS Office skills in the use of email, Word and Excel and PowerPoint.
- Use of social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter including knowledge of a content management system for updating websites and images.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Fundraising, Corporate Fundraiser, Fundraising Manager, Regional Fundraising Manager, Fundraiser, Fundraising, Corporate Fundraiser, Events Fundraiser, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Major Donor Fundraiser, Challenge Events, Events Fundraising, Sporting Events Fundraising, Individual Giving, Donor Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Executive, Donor Partnerships etc.
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We're recruiting for a new Fundraising Assistant to join our Fundraising Team at Cherry Trees...
Job title: Fundraising Assistant
Job type: Permanent, full time 37.5h p/w (part time working considered)
Location: Cherry Trees, East Clandon, Guildford, Surrey GU4 7RS
Salary: £22,360 p.a.
About Cherry Trees
Cherry Trees helps to keep families together by providing home from home care for children with complex disabilities that gives families a much-needed meaningful respite break.
About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive person to join our small yet ambitious fundraising and communications team at Cherry Trees as Fundraising Assistant. Whilst support and administration are at the heart of this role, you will play a key part in supporting the team with sight and activity across all fundraising areas and could be a great opportunity for someone looking to take their first steps into fundraising.
We’re looking for someone with great people skills, as well as drive, initiative and determination. You’ll be diligent with details and accuracy, and have a dynamic approach to your work. You will be a natural problem solver, always looking to improve upon current processed to improve on efficiency.
Key responsibilities
1. Fundraising
- To be the first point of contact for all fundraising enquiries that come in by telephone, email, and post.
- Support the team by recording and sending fundraising materials to those raising money for us through events and challenge event.
- Ensure letters, certificates and emails are processed in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Provide support to the events and individual giving teams and their programme of activity.
- Supporting the Head of Fundraising with partnerships, community groups and club activity.
- To develop a good understanding of our fundraising activity and to maintain the processes behind registration and online giving platforms such as JustGiving.
- Monitoring and replenishment of office supplies.
- Help to actively promote participation in our fundraising events and activities.
- Other general fundraising and administration duties, as and when required to ensure the smooth running of the department including assisting in other team projects when they arise.
- To represent Cherry Trees on occasion at community events or other activity, and being flexibility and willing to travel and attend events outside normal office hours (time off in lieu given).
- Support the Community and Events Officer in volunteer recruitment and management.
2. Stewardship
- Provide excellent support and stewardship to our supporters, challenge event participants, individual givers, community supporters and volunteers.
- Build, manage and maintain rewarding relationships with existing and new supporters and colleagues and teams across Cherry Trees with a ‘friendly-face’ approach.
3. Information Management
- Using the fundraising database (Donorfy) ensure all activity and correspondence is recorded accurately, as well as supporting our team’s financial processes and data export needs (training will be provided).
- Be responsible for ensuring all records are maintained/updated on the fundraising database.
- To develop an in-depth knowledge of the database to be the go-to person, and identify opportunities to support your own activity and that of the team.
- Continuously aim to improve the efficiency of administration processes necessary for the smooth running of the fundraising department.
- Ensure that data processing is in accordance with GDPR compliance.
4. Finance and other
- To ensure all donations are processed and on the fundraising database, correctly, and supporters are thanked in a timely manner.
- To process the weekly fundraising income and financial reconciliation, with the support of volunteers (training will be provided).
- To undertake other reasonable activities as required by your line manager.
About You
- Understanding the value of our supporters: You will need to help build our relationships and processes to ensure we can make everyone feel as special as they are, whilst growing the number of people supporting us.
- Passionate about the charity sector: You are enthusiastic about the mission of Cherry Trees and committed to supporting families and children with complex disabilities.
- Strong organisational skills: You have a keen eye for detail and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a busy fundraising environment.
- Excellent communication skills: You are confident in both written and verbal communication, able to engage effectively with supporters, colleagues, and the wider community.
- Tech-aware: You are comfortable using databases, Microsoft programmes, and online giving platforms, with a willingness to learn new tools and software. Full training will be provided.
- Team player with initiative: You thrive in a collaborative setting but are also proactive and capable of working independently to drive our fundraising vision forward.
For the complete Job Description and Person Specification, please download a copy.
Application Process
Please apply only through CharityJob with a CV and covering letter to the Hiring Manager, no more than one side of A4, using the JD/PS to demonstrate your suitability for the role.
There is no set timeline for the application process or closing date. We will respond to candidates as and when we receive applications and look to move through the steps as quickly as suits both the applicant and our own diaries. We may also choose to close the job before the closing date if a suitable applicant is found, so please apply at your earliest convenience.
This is a new role with an ASAP start date.
We help to keep families together by providing home from home care for children with complex disabilities and a meaningful break for the families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose
This is a vital role sitting as part of the Senior leadership team at Hope and contributing to the future sustainability and development of Hope.
The purpose of the role is to manage all aspects of Income Generation and manage the commissioned projects which Hope run.
Developing a long term sustainable income generation portfolio you will have responsibility for your own income generation and manage the fundraising team to deliver their financial targets, motivating and monitoring them to achieve success.
Our current income generation activity currently generates around £1.2million per annum and it is the post holders responsibility to grow this income to achieve £1.5million per annum in the next 5 years to ensure Hope can achieve it’s newly launched Operational Strategy.
There is also a likely a facility move in the future, where the Head of Development would need to access funds, in addition to operational budget, for a facility transformation project.
As Line Manager for Hope’s commissioned projects you will have overall responsibility to deliver on the contracts for which we have been commissioned and identify growth potential for the organisation.
Responsibilities
- To Manage all aspects of income generation at Hope.
- To deliver a diverse fundraising portfolio to ensure long-term sustainability.
- To lead a small team of fundraisers and work with the Marketing Manager to achieve income levels as determined by the CEO and Board of trustees.
- To Line Manage and lead on all commissioned work, people recruited and project management.
- To be responsible for all reporting related to grants, trusts and/commissioned work.
- To be part of both Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Senior Management Team (SMT), helping set the strategic direction for the organisation and ensuring it is implemented effectively.
Leadership:
- To develop and deliver a Fundraising Strategy and associated annual Fundraising Plans to achieve income levels that enable Hope to fulfil its Strategic Framework priorities 2024-2029.
- To work with CEO and our new ‘finance sub-group’ to develop and oversee our budget and forecasting process, agreeing targets, providing realistic profiles, understanding the seasonality of income, and highlighting risks.
- Identify new opportunities for income generation and deliver an agile approach to trends in fundraising and changes in society giving.
- Lead the commissioned program teams to achieve the desired outcomes.
Management:
- Lead a small team of dedicated Fundraising Senior Coordinators to access funds to ensure the ongoing delivery of Hopes Homeless, Hunger and Hardship priorities.
- To manage 1:1 meeting, annual appraisals.
- To manage all posts associated with commissioned project’s sitting outside our core objectives,
- To ensure that the values of Hope are embedded across all the work we do.
- To engage and maintain relationships with volunteers to support and enhance the work of the fundraising team.
Partnerships:
- To be an ambassador for Hope in the community, showcasing the work we do across Northamptonshire to facilitate fundraising opportunities to fulfil your personal fundraising objectives and those of the wider team.
- To build relationships with:
o Trusts.
o Grant providers.
o Major donors.
o Corporate partners
o Public with a focus on regular donations
o Churches and other community groups including schools.
- To build and maintain relationship with WNC and NNC, especially the Public Health Teams and Councillors, to maintains Hopes positive relationship, so that we can continue to be a trusted partner and access commissioned contracts to enhance our core offer.
Fundraising
- Work closely with Marketing Manager to ensure a clear public donation pathway exists linking to website, social media, events promotion, and any other marketing- tracking success of each communication approach at increasing income.
- To manage all grants and trusts contracts from application to reporting and ongoing engagements.
- Lead on major donor, VIP and legacy events to ensure further income opportunities.
- To manage all commissioned projects from application, to oversight of project delivery, including management of posts recruited to reporting and ongoing engagement.
- Lead any future capital fundraising appeals for new of existing facilities.
General:
- To be an active and effective member of the Senior Leadership team and ambassador for the work of the organisation, our strategic framework 2024-2029 and our values in all you do.
- To work some hours outside of normal office hours (including evenings and weekends).
- To carry out every aspect of your duties with due regard to Northampton Hope Centre’s policies and procedures at all times.
- To always maintain a professional level of communication.
- To keep clear records and plans of all contacts with clients, professionals, and meetings with external agencies.
- To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal, and help identify your own job-related development and training needs.
- To attend and lead staff meetings as and when required.
- To attend relevant training sessions and courses.
- To carry out other reasonable tasks as requested by the CEO.
Other Characteristics:
Commitment to the values underpinning Hope:
- Person-centred:
Focus our support on the needs of individuals.
- Empowerment:
Enable service users, staff and volunteers to take responsibility with the ability to act upon their own initiative.
- Collaboration
Work positively, effectively, and productively with others both internally and externally.
- Honesty
Be truthful and transparent in all actions and interactions.
- Personal development
Encourage the development of skills and knowledge in order to maximise the support of our staff, volunteers and service users.
- Non-judgemental
Adopt a non-judgemental, non-biased attitude where everyone counts.
Person Specification
This person specification sets out the essential and/or desirable experience and abilities needed by the successful candidate for this post. Please bear these points in mind when applying for the role as these requirements will be taken into account at both the shortlisting and interviewing stages.
Qualifications
Essential:
Evidence of continual professional development.
Desirable:
Degree level qualification.
First Aid certificate.
Fundraising qualification.
Member of Institute of Fundraising.
Experience
Essential:
Proven fundraising experience for a minimum of 5 years.
Experience of voluntary and community sector.
Experience of managing budgets.
Desirable:
Experience of developing and delivering a fundraising strategy.
Experience of writing and delivering commissioned projects.
Experience of writing and delivering grants to Trusts and grant providers for both small bids £5k-£10k and larger multi-year bids of £250k+.
Experience of managing a fundraising function and or team.
Experience of dealing with the media.
Personal Qualities
Essential:
Self-starter, organised and good at planning.
Ability to work under pressure.
Positive persona who is Goal and Values orientated.
Excellent inter-personal skills.
Ability to work with a wide range of people .
A excellent team player and role model to others.
Flexible approach to working hours.
Experience of current fundraising/CRM software packages (currently using eTapestry).
Desirable:
Must have access to a car and clean driving licence.
Knowledge of online fundraising tools and social networking .
Knowledge of Homeless, hunger, hardship sector.
Experience of working in an environment with vulnerable, often chaotic and challenging adults.
Knowledge of West Northamptonshire area.
Applications Process:
Please submit your CV by Wednesday 5th June 2024
Those successful for interview will be notified no later than Wednesday 5th June 2024.
Interviews will take place Monday 10th June 2024. Successful applicants who reach the interview stage join the team at Hope for the whole day.
The day will follow the below structure:
- 9am: Candidates arrive at Ash Street.
- 9.30am: Candidates will be provided tour of our local facilities at Ash Street (home of Hope in the Community) and Oasis House (Home of Hope for the Homeless) 9.30am a chance to see our service and meet our service users.
- 10.15am: Break
- 10.30am to 11.30am, candidates divided into groups including volunteers and service-user volunteers to complete the following task:
‘As a group we would like you to discuss the Strengths, Weaknesses, Threats and Opportunities of working with other charities and community groups locally to deliver a shared event portfolio (eg. Bike rides, Sponsored runs, sponsored abseiling, charity balls etc) when comparing to running the portfolio of events in-house for just Hope”
- 11.30am to 12.15pm candidates asked to work in different groups (of two or three candidates only):
You will have 40 minutes to develop an eight to ten minutes presentation:
‘Discuss and present the value of a diverse portfolio of income, and consider the benefits and risks associated with strategy creep* when accessing funding from grants-providers and trusts’
*Strategy Creep is defined as the phenomenon in which an organisations initial strategy/delivery plan slowly grows to include more goals, tasks or requirements.
- 12.15pm to 1pm – each group will present their model of support to all other candidates.
- 1pm to 1.45pm – lunch to be provided by Hope.
- 1.45pm – candidates will be advised who is through to the second stage of interviews as follows:
2pm-2.30pm: Interview 1
2.45pm-3.15pm: Interview 2
3.30pm-4pm: Interview 3
4.15pm-4.45pm: Interview 4 (if needed)
5pm- 5.30pm: Interview 5 (if needed)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a hugely exciting opportunity to join Gloucester Cathedral as it enters a key period of development. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and highly skilled individual to oversee our small but busy fundraising function, helping to develop and implement our Fundraising Strategy and deliver Cathedral’s Development Plan. You will oversee the depth and breadth of our Fundraising and Development activities, which includes the day-to-day running of the team, delivering our ambitious In Tune Campaign, leading on the development of future capital campaigns and looking after a portfolio of high value donors. You will also play an instrumental role in further developing new relationships with major donors.
We’re looking for a high performing team player with great communication skills, adaptability and an innovative approach to achieving ambitious fundraising targets of circ. £1.5m per year. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team you will help to deliver the Cathedral’s strategic vision and will be responsible for ensuring that our welcome values are lived out on a daily basis through the way that we engage with donors, supporters and partners.
You’ll be working closely with teams across the Cathedral - including our Music Team, Clergy, and Learning & Participation team - so the ability to form positive relationships with various stakeholders is crucial.
The ideal candidate will have:
· At least five years’ experience of working in a heritage or visitor attractions leadership role, with a proven track record of securing and growing income, delivering large scale fundraising campaigns and working with major donors
· Experience of line-managing and leading a staff team at a senior level
· Excellent time management and the ability to balance numerous priorities and deadlines
Crucially, you will have a genuine passion for exceptional donor care and building meaningful relationships. In return, we offer the rewarding experience of working in a high profile, multi-faceted heritage site with a supportive team who are committed to what they do. Opportunities like this are rare, so if you are looking for a stimulating role where no day is the same, this could be the perfect job for you.
Closing date is 9am on Friday 7th June 2024. Interviews Monday 17th June 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Transforming Lives for Good (TLG) are a national Christian charity working in partnership with local churches to give struggling children a hope and a future. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our award winning (Sunday Times Best Not for Profit to work for) team as Supporter Development Fundraising Lead.
The Supporter Development Fundraising Lead will play a crucial role. We are looking for a high energy, passionate fundraiser who is highly relational. You will work towards the income targets including regular, one off and mission pot donations. In addition, you will understand goals that work together with income, including acquisition and stewardship targets, applying your strong knowledge of the Code of Fundraising Practice across all our activities and ensure we work in a compliant way.
The ideal candidate will be familiar with fundraising methods including prospecting, research, making initial contact, and growing a connection to our movement through one-to-one conversations and other communications channels. We’re looking for somebody who is highly organised and able to deliver events from concept to finish. You will also be a team player, able to engage and motivate other team members to get on board with fundraising and bring their expertise to the process.
TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. TLG is also committed to safeguarding children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds, to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.
Applications will be reviewed on application prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant applies. The date of interviews is to be confirmed.
We are looking for someone with a great track record of success in fundraising, who can thrive in a small ambitious team. The Fundraising and Development Director will lead income and resource generation through development strategies, bidding and relationship building. We will expect you to represent our interests in a range of public and private sector contexts and expect you to be a confident and proactive verbal and written communicator and a skilled networker with a strong track record of relationship building.
This is a senior role in an expanding organisation and is closely aligned with our growth and capital development ambitions with the next three years focused on capital fundraising alongside strategic project development.
The postholder will work closely with and report to the Chief Executive, you will also have a close working relationship with the Executive Director (Programme and Impact) to ensure the resources are in place to fulfil our programme ambitions. You will support the charity’s trustees to be effective champions of our work.
We are a mission orientated team that work to a high standard with each other and with external partners and pride ourselves on the quality of our relationships. You will join a warm and welcoming team that has inclusivity and social justice at its heart.
Our mission is to bring people together through writing, reading and engaging in ideas, deepening mutual understanding and encouraging creative habits
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As Fundraising Executive, you will be responsible for ensuring our supporters receive a positive and rewarding experience, as well as providing administration support for the fundraising team, including assisting on events and campaigns.
We are looking for a motivated, confident individual with strong organisational skills and an impeccable attention to detail, who is passionate about fundraising and our ambition and purpose. The successful applicant will be expected to have a broad understanding of a range of income generation methods and communication styles, and the charity sector.
You will play a key role in attracting, building and managing relationships with a range of supporters including individual donors and fundraisers, community groups, local businesses, and volunteers. From initial enquiries to fundraisers and doners, to taking responsibility for our thanking, you will look after our complete supporter care journey and ensure that the Foundation provides an exceptional experience for our supporters.
You will develop key relationships within the Foundation and Club, providing support to the rest of the Fundraising and Engagement Team as required. Some weekend and evening working will be required as part of the role. Previous experience is desirable, not essential, and the right candidate will be given scope for career progression and additional responsibilities as we grow.
Key responsibilities
- Act as main point of contact for supporters and donors, responding to enquiries in a timely manner
- Provide fundraising support to those raising money for the Foundation, including challenge event participants, schools, clubs, and community fundraisers
- Assist in the delivery of matchday activity for the Foundation, primarily through our 50/50 Raffle and other activations that raise funds and awareness of our purpose
- Support the Events Manager and Head of Fundraising and Engagement in the delivery of Foundation events
- Support our growing portfolio of challenge events, researching opportunities for the Foundation supporters to raise funds, and delivering exceptional supporter care to ensure we maximise these opportunities and build relationships with our fundraisers
- Assist the Head of Fundraising and Engagement in the development and delivery of a community fundraising programme
- Maintain and update donor records on our fundraising database
- Manage the administration and fulfilment of auction and other fundraising prizes, being the main point of contact for donors and relevant partners and ambassadors
- Cultivate and maintain excellent working relationships with key stakeholders, including but not limited to Harlequin FC, their partners and sponsors, regular individual givers and high-net worth donors, community fundraisers, local schools and clubs
- Represent the Foundation both internally and externally, acting as an ambassador for the Foundation and advocating for our work
Person specification
Qualification and experience
- Educated to degree level or demonstrable equivalent experience
- A minimum of two years’ experience in a professional environment in a similar, admin or events-based role
- Excellent user of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience of CRM systems and project management tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to evidence experience of building excellent relationships and a confidence in networking and proactively communication with a range of stakeholders
- Experience of working with data and administrative tasks Desirable
- Experience of working in a similar fundraising executive/supporter care role (desirable)
- Experience of working with high-net-worth individuals or celebrities would be an advantage
Skills, abilities and knowledge
- Highly organised with excellent planning and coordination skills and a meticulous attention to detail
- Strong communications skills and decision-making capabilities
- Good financial literacy and confidence in working with data
- Excellent supporter care skills, with the ability to differentiate your communication to meet the needs of the audience and a willingness to go above and beyond to deliver exceptional experiences
- Knowledge of fundraising and understanding of different income generation methods with the charity sector
- Ability to keep calm under pressure and maintain a clear head, anticipating risks and solving problems
- Experience in managing a diverse workload with multiple deadlines and to be able to prioritise when needed
- Hands on, with a willingness to get stuck in and support the delivery of our work
- A commitment to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults
- An understanding of and a commitment to equal opportunities issues both in the workplace and the wider community
Applying for the role
To apply for the role, please fill out an application form and send it along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applicants are strongly advised to read the person specification closely and ensure their cover letter demonstrates how they meet the criteria for the role. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible.
Delivering programmes in our communities that primarily support young people to develop the Essential Skills, enabling success on and off the pitch.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
The Thames Valley Fundraising team are excited to offer out an excellent opportunity to join the Community Fundraising team. You will have a proven track record of achieving fundraising growth and delivering income to target with a focus on recruiting community relationships and developing supporter led activity, running and challenge event recruitment and stewardship.
Another excellent opportunity to work for a well-respected charity and make connections within the Thames Valley community.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan for and deliver income to target and agreed Key Performance Indicators, acquire and develop new supporters in a planned way to achieve income targets and drive growth.
- Champion and facilitate a consistent and exceptional supporter care experience ensuring that all touch points have been recorded accurately and consistently on the database, in a timely manner, to facilitate integrated supporter care
- Effectively manage, acquire and develop supporter relationships across the community to meet objectives and raise targeted income.
- Develop good relationships with staff across the hospice and community services and the national fundraising teams.
Competitive Benefits Package
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time), - Company pension scheme
- Refer a Friend scheme - £250 payment
- Access to Employee support programme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.
Closing date: 13th June 2024
Interview date: w/c 17th June
We aim to give all candidates the opportunity to perform at their best during our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments at any stage
If you want more than just a job. We want you. Join the team and be there when it matters.
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.
An amazing opportunity to join this international animal welfare charity as the Trusts Fundraising Manager, you will manage an officer to drive the development and delivery of trust fundraising programme.
The charity have a remote working policy where internal/external meetings take place once or twice a month in London.
The Role
Manage the delivery of the trusts fundraising strategy, including work to identify and research potential new sources of trusts funding, to meet agreed annual targets.
Develop and manage the delivery of an annual work plan and pipeline for the trusts fundraising programme
Research and make approaches, pitches, submissions and applications to charitable trusts and foundations (both in the UK and overseas territories)
Provide the Senior Trusts Fundraising Officer with clear, collaborative and supportive line management.
Research and pursue trusts fundraising work in assigned new target areas, to expand the programmes reach and impact.
Write clear, concise and compelling proposals, and feedback reports for successful applications and submit in a timely manner.
The Candidate
Extensive knowledge of trusts and statutory fundraising principles and practices including in an international development environment/context.
Knowledge of the current trusts and statutory and fundraising market, including potential supporters. Knowledge of developing and delivering compelling pitches and applications to trusts.
Knowledge of the requirements and expectations of working in the charity sector.
Experience of working in a fundraising management role or equivalent, with a track record of developing and maintaining relationships with partners and/or potential supporters that ultimately generate income.
Experience of managing a trusts fundraising programme, and developing a trusts pipeline or equivalent.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful , but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
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We need an experienced fundraiser who can research and apply for funding for our projects from a wide range of sources including: grants, s106 developer contributions, sponsorship and corporate volunteering. We have a diverse range of projects to deliver from new play equipment to support for community projects, regeneration schemes and more.
Serving the people of Stroud Town to create a thriving, sustainable community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An exciting opportunity to help make a difference for hundreds of bereaved children and their families by maintaining and building on existing support and activities. The successful candidate will play an instrumental role in our established fundraising events and corporate engagement, as well as identifying opportunities to raise profile to maximise fundraising activity and income.
Job Description
We are looking for someone who has the experience, skills and drive to grow our income, to build strong relationships with supporters and to lead our communications. This will initially take place in the community of Nottinghamshire and provides an exciting opportunity to develop your own strategic fundraising and marketing approach to ensure we can support hundreds of local bereaved children and families every year.
Working closely with the Chief Executive, you will review current fundraising activities and communications to develop the existing income generation strategy to meet the charity’s strategic objectives. You will be responsible for leading a team of three, to enable them to reach their individual marketing, community fundraising and fundraising administration goals.
You will play a vital part in leading the income growth and expansion of the charity, as per the long-term organisational strategy, through proactively securing and developing existing support throughout the region. This will be through a variety of income streams including individual giving, in-memory donations, legacy donations, major donors, corporates and community.
About you
The successful candidate will have energy, ideas, skills, and a proven fundraising track record (or transferable experience of managing and developing diverse funding streams and effective communications).
You will have excellent organisational and communication skills, including networking, and good IT and social media skills. You will need a full UK driving licence, be self-motivated and the ability to work well alone and with others.
How to apply
We are looking for someone who has the experience to build on our successful fundraising to enable us to support even more children and families and if you are as ambitious and passionate as we are, we would love to hear from you.
The charity follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on the demands of specific tasks.Our recruitment process involves submitting a CV and an application form to explain in more detail how your experience and knowledge meet the role’s person specification which is available from our website. Candidates will need to live in or around Nottinghamshire with regular travel throughout the region. Please mention in your supporting statement if you are planning on relocating.
Appointments are subject to receiving an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service which we consider acceptable and two satisfactory references. We offer a great working environment, ongoing training and support, a pension scheme and a flexible working policy. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of ages and backgrounds to apply and join us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.