Digital Fundraising Officer Jobs
Grants and Trust Fundraiser
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fundraiser to work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Chief Executive to maintain a fundraising pipeline, research new prospects and write high quality bids to a range of grant and trust funders.
The organisation is at an exciting stage of its development with a strategy of cautious and sustained growth, so if you want to be part of the next chapter of growth and development… then apply today!
Position: Senior Grant and Trust Fundraiser
Location: London or West Midlands/hybrid (with frequent travel to London if you are based in the West Midlands)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5hours, flexible working
Salary: £35,000
Duration: Permanent
Closing Date: Thursday 6th June
Interview Date: Stage one interviews will take place week commencing 20th May, although it may be earlier for particularly promising candidates, we reserve the right to close the application window early.
The Role
You will be instrumental in securing the funding, which the organisation needs to continue to deliver and develop its services, across a wide range of functions and projects. You will be an entrepreneurial, knowledgeable fundraiser, adept at finding the right opportunities to fit the right projects. You will also be meticulous and organised in your approach to stewardship, maintaining contact with funders and working with colleagues to collate the information needed for reporting.
The fundraising strategy contains plans to further develop specific areas of fundraising such as individual giving, corporate partnerships and legacies, and you may be called upon to support the Head of Fundraising in putting plans together for the implementation of these, working alongside the Senior Administrator (Fundraising and Communications).
About You
You will have experience in a fundraising, philanthropy or relationship management role and a track record of success in securing at least five-figure donations from grant and trust funders.
You will have:
· Knowledge of digital fundraising approaches
· Outstanding writing and communication skills
· The ability to understand financial language and budgets
· Strong research and prospecting skills
· The capacity to build excellent relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally
· Experience of measuring impact and delivering evaluation reports
You will be asked to submit a one-page covering letter and your CV.
About the Organisation
The charity have been around since 1997, when it started as a small playgroup set up by parents dismayed at the lack of provision for their autistic children. Since then, it has grown into a major deliverer of services and support in London and the West Midlands with a turnover of around £2.6m per year. The mission is to support autistic people to live happy and fulfilling lives and change society’s attitude to autism, whilst also providing essential services and enriching opportunities to autistic people.
Join a value-driven organisation, which employs value-driven people who want to make a difference and play a vital part in ensuring that it can resource and sustain this amazing work.
Benefits include:
· Flexible working patterns with the option to work in a hybrid way
· 25 days of leave (pro rata for part time roles) each year plus 8 bank holidays and the additional office closure between Christmas and New Year
· Access to ongoing training and progress in the areas that interest you
· Access to our wellbeing initiatives and an Employee Assistance Programme
· Enrolment on to our pension scheme
· A supportive, warm and fun working environment made up of values driven people who are passionate about changing the world for autistic people
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and global majority candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and disabled candidates.
The charity is a neuro-affirming employer, with a strengths and rights based approach to neurodiversity which affirms neurodivergent identity – they don’t want to “fix” or “cure” autism, and don’t see it as a “disability”. The team are working to improve the ways in which they recruit and support neurodiverse employees and those with lived experience of neurodiversity.
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PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Job summary:
Recently named Charity of the Year by Just Giving Awards 2022, we’re committed to moving further, faster to accelerate change for everyone affected by a brain tumour. Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 in the UK than any other cancer. We know that a cure can’t wait.
As part of our friendly Individual Giving and Philanthropy team you’ll be responsible for creating, developing and managing the acquisition, development and retention activities for our individual givers.
Using multi-channel campaigns including digital, direct mail and telephone fundraising, you’ll acquire new financial supporters to grow our existing donor base as well as fostering long term, valuable and rewarding relationships with our existing donors— putting our supporters at the heart of everything we do.
Using your extensive direct marketing experience - specifically in retention and acquisition, and your excellent analytical skills, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving our Individual Giving Strategy forward.
Put simply, you’ll deliver awesome campaigns across our individual giving acquisition, development and retention programmes.
Who we’re looking for:
Data and insights are your best friends and you’ll use both to inform our strategies and campaigns. But you’ll also be that rare breed—able to translate the numbers into a creative and compelling narrative, raising the profile of the cause and engaging people with our work.
This is a blended role where you’ll balance developing and delivering strategic plans, with being hands on by delivering retention and acquisition campaigns and activities.
Key accountabilities:
· Plan, manage and execute the delivery of individual giving acquisition campaigns, to acquire new financial supporters, ensuring all campaigns meet set budgets and timing. This will include project management, data selections, creative development and post campaign analysis
· Support the development of new acquisition strategies to develop the acquisition channel
· Work with the Community Experience Team to develop and manage an exceptional supporter experience programme that drives engagement through retention, conversion and engagement for our regular givers and one off donors, as well as to ensure new supporters are welcomed and thanked consistently to drive engagement
· Work with the Marketing Team to plan, manage and deliver campaigns to increase support from existing (warm) supporters including upgrade, cross sell and conversion activity
· Plan, manage and deliver campaigns such as Winter and Spring Appeals, The Big Give (matched funding appeals), prize-led fundraising (Lottery and Raffle), legacy and in-memory, digital acquisition, DRTV and direct mail
· Work with internal teams, such as Marketing, as well as external agencies to create and deliver high performing acquisition campaigns specifically to target cold supporters, through channels such as digital, face-to-face and direct mail
· Support the Individual Giving Manager to develop and deliver a strategy for acquisition and retention – to increase the number of supporters we bring into the Charity and increase engagement to maximise income potential
· Support the Philanthropy Manager to develop and deliver the mid and high value strategy to deliver a sustainable engagement and cultivation programme for these supporters
· Develop campaign briefs, budgets and campaign targets to manage campaigns end to end. This will include project management of internal and external teams across Individual Giving campaigns. You will work with the Community Experience Team to optimise campaigns using data insights
· Manage the income and expenditure for acquisition and retention campaigns and monitor all targets. You will keep teams informed of budgets and work with them to optimise cost savings
You’ll be a great fit if:
We encourage you to apply to the role even if you do not meet all of the criteria.
Experience:
· At least 2 years experience of direct marketing
· Proven experience of managing and delivering successful acquisition and retention campaigns from end to end, including developing creative approaches, testing campaigns, putting in place a data strategy and managing internal and external teams
· Excellent working knowledge of direct marketing techniques, including regular giving, supporter journeys, and ask strategies using a multichannel approach
· Experience of writing, editing and proofing copy
· Evidence of using complex data, insights and analytics to inform campaign planning
· Experience of campaign and budget management
· Excellent knowledge and experience of data and data segmentation to deliver campaigns
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
· A sound knowledge of direct marketing using online and offline channels
· Exceptional knowledge of individual giving and donor acquisition, including legacy and prize-led fundraising
· Exceptional understanding of supporter development
· Collaborative and can build great working relationships
· Ability to build, manage and communicate project plans
· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
· Must be able to use data and analytics to inform strategy and campaign planning
· Must be able confidently use CRM system for reporting and supporter management
· Ability to write and edit engaging copy
· A good understanding of the charity sector, emerging trends and audiences
*Please note that the responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and this job description may be subject to change as the role evolves over time.
What we’d like to give you:
You’ll be joining a collaborative, bold and innovative team of individuals who put our community first and are connected by a passion to make a real difference.
Location: While contracted to our office in Fleet, Hampshire, our team supports a blend of office and home working provided you have adequate broadband and IT capability, with an average of 2-3 days in the office each week.
Working hours: This role is 37.5 hours per week, with some out of hours working.
Benchmarked salary: c. £37,000 (dependent on level)
Our amazing benefits:
· 25 days annual leave (pro-rated for those who are part-time). Increases yearly with length of service
· Celebrate your work anniversary in true Charity style
· Occupational Sick Pay
· Hybrid working
· Flexible working
· Charity pension
· 1 day life leave per year to celebrate a special moment of your choice
· Wellbeing support including professional counselling
· A personalised on-boarding programme
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Perkbox – our team discount portal
· Health care vouchers
*Some of these benefits are non-contractual and are subject to change
Diversity & Inclusion:
The Brain Tumour Charity is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals belonging to minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented communities.
We strive to create a workplace that celebrates diversity and provides equal opportunities for all candidates and we encourage all individuals to apply even if they don’t meet all the criteria.
Eligibility to work:
Whilst we'd love to have you on board, we want to be upfront as we’d hate to waste your time applying for a role where we can’t take you on. At the moment, we're unable to offer visa sponsorship for any of our positions. We're currently seeking candidates who are already authorised to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship, who can remain on a permanent basis.
How to apply to our team:
Please apply by clicking the red ‘join our team’ button on our website, attaching your CV and a covering letter explaining why you want the role, what you would bring to the team and how your skillset and experience will enable us to make a real impact for those affected by brain tumours.
We are keen to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive so if you’d find it beneficial to submit your application in a different format, please drop us a line at careers@ thebraintumourcharity. org.
Advert close date: 03 June 2024
First interview date and location: TBC over Zoom
Second interview date and location: TBC at our office in Fleet
The post holder will also:
· Contribute to achieving the objectives of The Brain Tumour Charity
· Live and breathe our values by being bold, collaborative and innovative, with a community-first approach to everything you do
· Undertake any additional and ad hoc tasks as required
· Participate in team meetings and other meetings as required
· Monitor and evaluate activities and provide written reports
· Represent The Charity at external events in a professional manner
· Work within an equal opportunities framework
· Adhere to all The Charity’s policies, procedures and working
· Ensure all records are held in compliance with GDPR, The Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and The Brain Tumour Charity policies
We process your data in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation. For full details, please read our privacy policy for job applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a UK-wide social enterprise who supports the most marginalised in society to recruit an Individual Giving Officer. The role raises unrestricted income from individuals by planning and executing the day-to-day campaigns to recruit, engage and retain supporters.
Key responsibilities will include;
- Creating, planning, delivering and evaluating multi-channel, insight-led, supporter-centric campaigns. This will include both acquisition and retention campaigns.
- Managing production of supporter material, including email acquisition & retention campaigns, social media posts, website content, print advertising, direct mail and inserts.
- Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and liaise with external agencies and suppliers to effectively deliver projects and campaigns.
- Working with colleagues to identify individual stories that can be crafted into impactful content for use in contribution marketing campaigns.
- Innovation - Manage a continuous cycle of testing new channels and developing acquisition and retention for individual giving, based on audience insight and sector trends.
The successful candidate will have experience of;
- income generation from direct marketing campaigns (acquisition and/or retention) across a variety of offline and digital channels
- effective campaign copy writing
- project management to deliver acquisition or retention campaigns
- using databases for targeting, segmentation, testing and response analysis and how to apply these learnings to future campaigns
- managing and monitoring external suppliers and agencies
This position can be either a hybrid role if commutable to the North London Head Office OR remote for candidates based across the UK who want to work from home.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so for more information about this position and next steps please apply here now.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Role Overview:
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Provide infrastructure support to local voluntary and community sector (VCS) groups and social enterprises.
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Engage in one-on-one and outreach meetings to better support community needs.
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Develop and manage VCSE networks focusing on key themes like Children, Families, and Young People, Health and Wellbeing, Digital Isolation, and Safeguarding.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and oversee the implementation of detailed work plans for the development and funding advice service.
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Assist VCS organisations with monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating their impact.
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Provide guidance on funding streams, review proposals, and offer feedback.
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Advise on legal structures, policies, and charity registration processes.
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Planned and delivered training programs in collaboration with EHCVS staff or external trainers.
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Promote best practices and support the development of business plans, fundraising strategies, and quality assurance policies.
Network Development:
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Lead the development and promotion of a VCSE network in Ealing.
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Maintain and expand the membership database.
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Organise and facilitate network meetings and produce a monthly E-News.
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Support the development of local VCS networks and ensure effective communication through regular news updates and an online community calendar.
Other Duties
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Assist in producing briefings, information, and web material.
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Assist in producing monitoring and evaluation information.
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Assist in developing and organising events.
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Represent Ealing & Hounslow CVS at meetings and events relevant to your project.
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Undertake other related project duties as may be required.
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Work in cooperation with other members of the staff team of EHCVS and attend appropriate internal and external meetings.
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Support EHCVS with other project developments and funding applications to funders. Undertake occasional additional duties commensurate with the responsibilities of the post as identified by EHCVS’s Board of Trustees
Monitoring and Evaluation
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Record monitoring information; review the progress of current projects every week and manage upwards.
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Prepare written evaluation reports for EHCVS projects and services.
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Support the Funding and Development Manager with monitoring information collated from service as and when required.
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Weekly and monthly reporting.
Corporate Responsibilities
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Ensure that Equal Opportunities and all other EHCVS organisational policies are actively implemented and adhered to in all areas of your work.
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Work with EHCVS staff and volunteers to effectively achieve the organisation’s objectives.
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Ensure all volunteers working with you are given appropriate induction and provide information and support for all volunteers working for EHCVS.
Management and Support
The post holder will be employed by Ealing & Hounslow CVS and supervised and managed by the. The Funding and Group Development Manager
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Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and organization-wide staff meetings.
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An individual induction and training plan will be agreed upon.
We are recruiting for a self-motivated and ambitious Communications and Marketing Assistant. Reporting to the Business Development Manager, and working closely with the Fundraising Officer, the candidate will play an active role in delivering a newly developed comms strategy.
Working at Basis means being part of a fun, dynamic and vibrant workforce; we also offer a benefits package including flexible working (for this post, home working will be considered) contributory pension (4%), free parking; significant opportunities to access training, funded external supervision and an Employee Assistance package.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a new role created to assist the small but growing team at SKT with our primary goal of engaging and mobilising residents in the neighbourhood we serve, numbering around 7500 people. SKT will assume management of community and event spaces at the heart of the neighbourhood this year and we are preparing service providers to make room for community voice in shaping local services. Involving residents in shaping their future is central to our purpose, whether by ensuring local assets and amenities work for them, or by influencing service delivery. This makes the Community Engagement Coordinator role an exciting and important addition to the team.
Main Tasks:
Volunteer Recruitment, Training and Coordination
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Recruit and maintain a team of twenty active volunteers from the local community to assist in community building initiatives.
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Develop and deliver a volunteer programme to engage the South Kilburn community which will likely include, but not limited to:
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Community research and consultation
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Public space improvements (greening, activation etc)
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Promoting community cohesion through events
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Train volunteers in peer-engagement and consultation practice,
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Induct and supervise skilled volunteers, as necessary.
Community Cohesion and Wellbeing
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Encourage and inspire volunteers to work as a team, take ownership of each activity, and to celebrate collective successes,
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Involve volunteers in planning and delivering community projects and events.
Resident Voice
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Collaborate with the Community Engagement, Partnership and Marketing Manager to develop and deliver a consultation plan to better understand residents’ needs and priorities,
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Conduct outreach in the community with trained volunteers, including door-to-door canvassing, satisfaction surveys, pop-up stalls etc.
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Collect and systematically analyse information gathered through outreach and community consultation.
Widening Participation
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Increase rates of community participation, belonging and pride across all segments of the community in South Kilburn.
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Use creative methods to increase engagement with decision making from all sections of our diverse community.
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Contribute to a new system of representative community governance, enabling the resident body to speak with one voice,
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With partners, support the coordination of community events in South Kilburn.
Empowerment and Progression
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Maintain continued awareness of local opportunities and train volunteers to disseminate accurate information and signposting,
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Seek opportunities for volunteer progression including supporting those looking to do so in to work and work-placements with local businesses.
Partnerships and information sharing
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Maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including partner charities, volunteers, Brent Council officers and community members,
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Work with the Communications and Engagement officer to disseminate useful information to residents.
Other
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Be an ambassador for SKT and ensure our values of joy, collaboration and inclusion are upheld by the volunteer team.
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Be responsible for organising team building days and social events for SKT staff, volunteers, and Trustees.
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As we are a small but growing team, the Community Coordinator is expected to participate in team actions, mobilising through outreach and events to increase our collective impact for the community.
This job description does not constitute a 'term and condition of employment'. It is provided only as a guide to assist the employee in the performance of their job and may be varied from time to time.
Person Specification
Essential Qualities:
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Approachable and personable,
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Organised,
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A good facilitator and convenor,
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Passionate about people and social justice,
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High level of empathy, an understanding of regeneration, and experience of supporting and involving communities experiencing stress.
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Committed to the principles of equal opportunities and diversity.
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
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Demonstrable ability to plan and manage own workload,
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Experience in leading and motivating teams,
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Excellent verbal communication and active listening,
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Persuasive, credible and determined,
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Can demonstrate initiative.
Desirable:
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Spoken Arabic, Somalian, Eritrean, Bengali (Sylheti), French, Portuguese or other widely spoken minority language in South Kilburn,
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Knowledge of community organising techniques and methodology.
*’Flexible working’ means this role could suit someone wanting to work 9am to 5pm or 10am -6pm three days a week or shorter hours over more days to fit around childcare commitments, for example.
Working with the communty to shape the future of South Kilburn.
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!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly-organised Operations manager to join us. As our Head of Operations you will be covering HR, IT, facilities, and governance support, and will be responsible for leading the day-to-day internal operations and business activities to ensure the smooth running of the Childhood Trust as well as supporting the delivery of the Trust’s new three-year growth strategy.
You will act as a strong team leader, who motivates and inspires a team, fostering and championing a positive organisational culture. You will join our friendly, hybrid team and be deeply passionate about our mission and vision. You will be someone who thrives in our small charity culture, which is collaborative, innovative and dynamic.
Key responsibilities:
Operations:
- Plan, lead and manage the operational functions of The Childhood Trust, ensuring alignment with the Trust’s mission, strategic goals and growth plan.
- Work with the CEO and the leadership team to develop and implement strategies and ways of working to achieve the Trust’s objectives.
Human Resources and People Development
- Lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s people strategy[LR1] [NM2] .
- Oversee the Human Resources function, including recruitment, retention, performance evaluation, employee learning and development.
- Foster a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and collaboration, nurturing a positive and supportive working environment.
Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensure the Trust operates in full compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and ethical standards, including ensuring all staff have necessary training and DBS check requirements
- Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively.
- Maintain the risk register.
- Maintain strong governance and adherence to best practices in charity management
Governance and Reporting
- Support the HR, Finance, Programmes and Fundraising teams, contributing to their work as required.
- Produce an annual operational plan and monitor weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress against the plan.
- Develop and produce monthly management reports for the CEO
- Produce quarterly operational reports for board meetings.
IT and Office
- Coordinate IT support services, including m[HR5] anaging the setup of new starters on various TCT IT and digital platforms and channels.
- Lead on the office move, set up and management
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Senior-level experience, ideally within the charity sector, with a proven track record of driving operational excellence.
- Experience in managing and developing high-performing teams, promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Experience in translating strategic vision into measurable outcomes and driving results.
- Strong commitment to employee development and growth opportunities.
- Experience managing Human Resources and IT functions.
- Demonstratable understanding of the charity sector
Personal Characteristics
- Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style
- Proactive and solutions-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to identify and resolve problems.
- Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and changing environment.
- Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to align operational decisions with strategic goals.
- Committed to continuous learning and professional development, with a growth mindset.
- Ethical, with a high level of integrity and a strong commitment to The Childhood Trust’s mission, vision and values.
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Excellent pension scheme
- This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our office for this role is in London, Victoria and you would be expected to attend the office twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday). The role may involve occasional travel and attendance of events in the evening.
Application Instructions:
Please see the application pack for more details and apply via the link on Charity Jobs.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews will be held from 12th June at our office in Victoria, London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have big goals over the next few years.
We're going to be fighting for mental health in a way we never have before.
Together we'll be working to make sure everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support and respect they deserve.
Team information
Will you join us?
The purpose of this job is to contribute to the delivery of Mind's media strategy in Wales.
This includes securing target levels of media coverage and building and maintaining contacts with Welsh and English language journalists across national, local and trade media in Wales. Raising Mind Cymru's profile, promoting the work of Mind and the local Mind network in Wales and improving media portrayals and public perceptions of mental health issues.
As Senior Media and PR Officer (Wales) you will be a part of the Mind Cymru directorate and report to the Head of Communications, Marketing and Media (Wales). You will also work closely with the Mind Media and PR team, in particular the Head of News, in Mind's Social Change directorate.
You will devise and implement media strategies including press releases, celebrity engagement, photo and filming opportunities and digital content for organisational campaigning, policy and profile-raising priorities in Wales. You will also handle reactive enquires on the news desk, provide media support to our network of local Minds and shops and provide support with reputational risk issues.
Key duties and responsibilities
The post holder will:
Key responsibilities
-To provide an effective service to media professionals, including journalists and producers, by coordinating Mind's response to media enquiries and assisting and advising other Mind Cymru staff when handling media enquiries.
-To cultivate new and nurture existing media contacts, building Mind Cymru's credibility and establishing effective working relationships with journalists across Welsh and English language media in Wales.
-To devise and implement proactive media plans to support Mind's campaigns and promote the work of the federation, working in an integrated way with programme leads across the charity to identify and maximise key opportunities to use the media as a vehicle to influence policy and decision making.
-To work alongside Mind Cymru's policy and campaigns colleagues to develop media responses to major Welsh Government announcements and high-profile policy issues, producing press releases, quotes and social media posts and briefing/advising spokespeople including the Director of Mind Cymru and other members of the senior leadership team.
-To make sure the media team involves people with direct experience of mental health problems through identifying case studies from a full range of diverse backgrounds and that appropriate advice and support is given to people involved with Mind's media work. Including celebrities and influencers with experience of mental health.
-To organise media interviews as required with Mind Cymru Director, other Mind Cymru spokespeople and service users, providing them with full pre- and post-interview briefings.
-To provide advice to Mind Cymru staff, local Minds, shops and other relevant individuals and organisations on how to maximise media opportunities.
-To represent and promote Mind's media function at external events and meetings when required.
-To work in partnership with other organisations to develop joint media responses on Mind's coalition work.
-To evaluate media coverage and report on targets.
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Mind's equity statement
Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Please refer to the Job Description while completing your application as candidates will be shortlisted based on how closely they match the criteria in the personal specification.
Communications Officer
Contract: Permanent role
Location: Hybrid - a mix of work from home and London office (this will be a minimum of one or two days per month when settled, more at the start of your employment)
Starting salary: £25,000 to £28,000
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Dystonia UK to recruit a Communications Officer to join their small and growing team. A charity supports people living with dystonia; an often debilitating and painful disorder that is lifelong and is estimated to affect around 100,000 people in the UK, Dystonia UK is a lifeline for many. In addition to running vital support groups, this small but mighty organisation actively lobbies on behalf of patients and runs national awareness campaigns to help increase understanding of a condition that can be hugely debilitating.
The organisation is expanding and is looking for a talented Communications Officer to work closely with the Director of Fundraising and Communications in a role that will be busy, hands on, and key to communicating the amazing and important work this organisation undertakes to its audiences.
Key responsibilities within the Communications Officer role will include:
- Writing engaging copy for a variety of mediums including both printed and digital
- Support the Director of Fundraising and Communications in creating and designing digital and print collateral for campaigns and events
- Lead on the design and publication of high-quality digital and print information about Dystonia UK, its services, projects, and about dystonia, the condition, and medical services.
- Work closely with the Director of Fundraising and Communications to identify and communicate key news items and be responsible for the production and dissemination of the e-marketing
- Manage Dystonia UK's social media channels on a day-to-day basis ensuring all activity is in line with the charity's brand and communication strategy and work closely with the Directors to produce and develop the social media content schedule
- Engage directly with the organisations community by drafting private messages, replying to comments, and passing actions on to other members of staff where required.
- Creating and adapting content for each channel to maximise reach and engagement.
- Work with colleagues to provide event support by creating content to promote the event, liaising with speakers and partner organisations, and attending conferences and events where required
- Plan and organise activities to raise awareness of Dystonia UK, tying in with other notable calendar events such as Dystonia Awareness Month
- Support the Director of Fundraising and Communications to ensure that the organisation's branding is upheld in all aspects of external communication.
- Support the Director of Fundraising and Communications to develop branded merchandise.
- Support the Director of Fundraising and Communications to create the annual communications plan and contribute to the development of the marketing and communications strategy.
Dystonia UK is a small charity, and this is a busy role where someone with some communications experience will have the opportunity to work closely with a dynamic Director to really develop their skills and expertise both operationally and strategically. You'll be in a position of responsibility and will be able to work autonomously whilst also working with closely with and being supported to learn.
We would love to hear from you if have the following skills and experience:
- Previous demonstrable experience in a communications or marketing role including experience of writing website copy that is optimised for SEO, experience of design and content creation, and of copywriting for different audiences
- Experience of using social media platforms to convey an organisation's message to audiences, and of tailoring your social media output depending on platform and audience
- Experience of planning social media posts and of how to grow audience numbers
- Excellent written communication skills including creative copywriting and the ability to present complex information clearly
- High level of attention to detail and strong creative design skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of people and audiences both internally and externally
- Proven ability to manage own workload and ability to deliver to agreed deadlines.
- High-level skills in IT, including design packages such as Canva.
If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice at Charity People in the first instance.
Charity People and actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity 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 do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Individual Giving Officer – Acquisition
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.
Do you have Individual Giving experience, particularly in Lottery, Regular Giving or cash recruitment?
If so, Sue Ryder has a fantastic opportunity to be our new Individual Giving Officer – Acquisition, helping to deliver the acquisition programme across Individual Giving, Regular Giving and Lottery at Sue Ryder.
Reporting to the Individual Giving Acquisition Manager you will work as part of the Individual Giving Team, recruiting new donors and maximising income across a variety of direct marketing campaigns and activities, supporting on a variety of projects across Individual Giving; including Face to Face, direct mail, email, digital, and telephone campaigns, including work on the national fundraising Lottery.
The successful candidate will be expected to attend our Euston office once a week, although there is some flexibility around this for the right candidate.
Key Knowledge and Experience
• Experience of managing external agency relationships
• Experience of working with databases - Raisers Edge
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including advanced Excel experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience of managing third party supplier relationships
• Experience of developing compelling marketing materials and copy for print, web and social media
Key Responsibilities:
• Planning and delivery of multi-channel direct, telemarketing and digital marketing campaigns; to include briefing in new products, managing timings, campaign budgets, collating feedback and approval from key stakeholders, liaising with suppliers and ensuring materials are compliant and on-brand
• Work with the Individual Giving Acquisition Manager to forecast income and expenditure for campaigns and ensure spend remains within budget.
• Manage all aspects of effective and inspiring welcome Journeys. Reviewing data, cancellations and implementing communications to reduce attrition accordingly
• Responsible for Acquisition telemarketing campaigns, including delivery of fundraiser training, campaign briefing, day to day agency management and overseeing compliance
Competitive Benefits Package
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time), - Company pension scheme
• EAP support scheme
• 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: 9 June 2024
Interview date: 19 & 20 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 by contacting us.
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It’s an exciting time to join the Third Age Trust as we develop our member communications across the u3a movement and look to the future, continue to raise our profile, reach out to new communities, and encourage a continued growth in membership.
Reporting to the Communications Manager, this role will work closely with the Communications Officer already in post. You will support the team to deliver the Trust’s strategic plan, enhance our digital offer and improve our liaison with the third party who deliver our member magazine.
A talented wordsmith, you’ll know how to spot a good story and have proven skills at engaging audiences, both new and existing. You will bring ideas and energy to the role and have a track record of developing content that inspires across a broad range of channels including website, print, email and social. You’ll understand the power of data and pay attention to user feedback and analytics to continually improve engagement.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Exeter-based cancer charity, Force, is well known and much loved for its incredible work supporting people who have had a cancer diagnosis and their families with a range of support. Their longstanding CEO is now retiring and the search has begun to find that special person to lead the charity into the future. We are delighted and honoured to be supporting the Board with this important appointment.
The current CEO has worked hard to ensure that the nurturing and caring aspect of the charity’s work is reflected across the organisation. You can see this in the way that everyone is treated – clients, families, staff, volunteers, supporters and trustees. We are looking for someone who understands and upholds these values but equally has the resilience and clarity of thought to navigate through the complex landscape of cancer services and support. You will have held a senior leadership role within the voluntary sector for at least two years and understand the legal framework within which charities operate. Previous experience of working with a voluntary Board of trustee/directors will be hugely helpful and, naturally, you will be financially astute.
Of course, you will be an inspiring and confident communicator, able to engage with and present to a range of audiences as well as working with local media.
Please download the information pack for further information about the role, the charity and how to apply.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Flint House Police Rehabilitation is a registered Charity offering rehabilitation services to ill or injured serving and retired police officers suffering from a wide variety of physical and mental health conditions. Every year we treat over 3,000 police officers. Located just outside Goring on Thames and set in 20 acres of ancient woodland, there are two main buildings on a single site – Flint House and Flint Fold.
This role will play a key role in developing and implementing strategies to attract, retain, and deepen the engagement of individual and institutional donors. This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about building relationships, driving impact, and making a difference in the world.
More information is on our website FlintHouse Police Rehabilitiation
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement donor engagement strategies and initiatives to attract, retain, and upgrade individual and institutional donors, including individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with existing donors through personalised communications, meetings, events, and recognition opportunities to ensure donor satisfaction and loyalty.
- Support, identify and research prospective donors, including major gift prospects, corporate partners, and grant-making organisations, and develop cultivation and solicitation plans to secure their support.
- Collaborate with the wider team to plan and execute fundraising campaigns and initiatives, including annual giving, special appeals, and capital campaigns, and provide support in donor stewardship, prospect research, and solicitation efforts.
- Work to create compelling fundraising appeals, donor newsletters, impact reports, and other donor communications materials to engage and inspire donors.
- Manage donor recognition and acknowledgment programs to ensure donors feel valued and appreciated for their support, including thank-you letters, plaques, and donor events.
- With the Data Analyst, track and analyse donor data, including giving history, preferences, and trends, to inform donor engagement strategies, segment donor lists, and identify opportunities for growth.
- Represent the charity at donor meetings, events, and networking opportunities to build relationships with current and prospective donors and promote our mission and programs.
- Deputise the communications strategy with administering communications on our media platforms.
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelor's degree in non-profit management, fundraising, communications, or a related field (master's degree preferred).
- 3-5 years of experience in non-profit fundraising, donor relations, or related field, with a proven track record of success in donor cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation.
- Social media platforms experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and effectively communicate the charity's mission, impact, and funding needs to diverse audiences.
- Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in donor management software, Microsoft Office, and other relevant fundraising tools and technologies.
- Knowledge of fundraising best practices, ethical guidelines, and regulations governing charitable organisations.
- Passion for the Flint House mission and commitment to fostering a culture of philanthropy and donor-centred fundraising.
This role will be based in our beautfiul offices at Flint House with some working off siteas the role needs.
Flint House offers a competitive package which includes, meals on site, acess to our state of the art gym, pension and independant financial advice, mental health and well being support and free parking
We will be shortlisting and interviewing as we receive high calibre candidates. We will do our very best to be in touch with all applicants however if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to be working with Aberystwyth University to support the search for a Stewardship Officer to join the Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO). The DARO Stewardship Officer will focus on building affinity and active support through multichannel communications, fundraising and engagement activities with over 100,000 alumni and supporters around the world.
This role is offered on a permanent, full-time (part-time options available) basis paying a salary of £31,396- £37,099 per annum. This is a hybrid role where you can work between home and Aberystwyth University.
Reporting to the Alumni Engagement Manager and working closely with the DARO team, the DARO Stewardship Officer will be responsible for the annual PROM magazine and regular newsletter updates, social media content creation and dissemination, targeted fundraising appeal activity and stewardship materials for engagement across various donor and volunteer audiences.
The ideal candidate will have experience producing compelling, tailored content to a range of audiences to increase engagement, affinity, or active support. In addition to creating high quality physical and digital assets for communications and engagement purposes. This position will require both English and Welsh written and spoken communication. Experience of working for a university or within the non-profit sector is not essential.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds, and we are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. Please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus for support with your application.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You will then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Are you empathetic, creative, and digitally savvy?
Do you love nurturing relationships with donors, and engaging them with a cause they love?
And are you highly organised when it comes to planning and managing projects?
This role joins our Fundraising Team to inspire members and donors to support Surfers Against Sewage and protect the ocean.
Leading our membership, donor development, and legacy programmes, you’ll help raise +£3mil in total each year as a team, to fund our ocean-saving campaigns. You’ll develop and deliver the membership programme, ensuring members feel valued as an integral part of the SAS community, and communicate the impact of their support.
Taking an insight-led approach, and working closely with our Senior IG & Supporter Engagement Officer (Acquisition), you’ll ensure new members and donors have an exceptional onboarding journey, as well as ongoing stewardship. You’ll also work together to plan and deliver annual appeals, collaborating and coordinating with teams across the charity to raise significant unrestricted income.
You’ll nurture relationships with our legacy pledgers, in-memory and mid-value donors, both reactively and at key moments throughout the year. And in the longer term, you’ll continue developing and marketing our legacy offering.
If you are intrigued by this opportunity and wish to learn more please visit our website's job opportunities page and download our Recruitment Pack.
Our mission is to engage, inspire and unite communities to protect our oceans, rivers and lakes against sewage and plastic pollution.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.