WasteAid, the international waste management charity, is searching for a new Chief Executive to help us build our capacity and be ready for significant growth of and impact for our work.

We are looking for someone who matches our values, displays inclusive leadership and has the track record of delivering significant expansion. 

Demand for our solutions to poor waste management in low-income countries is endless and we are hungry to do more.

Salary: circa £50k (full-time) plus pension contribution. 4-day week possible for the right candidate.

Location: flexible, home working possible.

Recruitment Pack including a full Job Description and Person Specification is available on the WasteAid website.  All enquiries to Ray Georgeson our Interim Executive Support who is managing the recruitment process. You are welcome to book a call with Ray to discuss the opportunity informally.

Applications by CV and covering letter (no more than 2 pages A4) which address the Person Specification to be sent to the email address for Ray listed below.

We look forward to hearing from you. 

Major Donor Manager

London

£44,365 to £46,973 per annum depending on experience (+ £4,105 per annum London weighting)

Permanent

This is a fantastic opportunity to join The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association as the Major Donor Manager based at Thanet St, London.

The role

You will have responsibility and accountability for an individual and team major donor income target and associated Key Performance Indicators.

As the Major Donor Manager, you will play a pivotal role in building a sustainable revenue ‘pipeline’ from major donors to support continued vital service growth. Focusing primarily on new business, you will identify and cultivate major donor prospects to increase and secure future significant gifts of £50K and higher, leading the growth of major donor income across the team.

Who we’re looking for

You will have substantial proven ability in major gift fundraising and the ability to build on an emerging major donor pipeline, through excellent networking and interpersonal skills, to develop strong relationships with a wide range of people.

To find the full list of requirements, please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

Benefits

This role is 9am to 5pm, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. 

We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

How to apply

Applications can be made using the online application form. You will need to evidence the criteria as set out in the attached job description. As part of our safer recruitment policy, we do not accept CVs for job applications.

Diversity

Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome, and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from disabled people as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invite to interview for all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding

Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Mission Without Borders (MWB), an international Christian charity, works with over 20,000 children and 9,000 families in Eastern Europe every year.   Our vision is to bring practical and spiritual support, enabling and encouraging people to lift themselves out of poverty, and sharing the hope that is found in Jesus Christ.

We have a bold ambition for the future and recently undertook a major strategic review including a new mission, vision and values. Raising awareness for the work we undertake with children and families in Eastern Europe as well as achieving a significant increase in our voluntary income is vital if we are to respond to the growing needs of those living in poverty.

MWB are investing significantly in the UK and this position is one of several new roles being recruited for, to create a new, dynamic, collaborative and integrated fundraising team reporting into the UK Country Director.

Do you have experience securing grants and major gifts to help fund change? Are you passionate to see people lifted out of poverty and fulfil their God given potential? Trust and Foundation income will be a vital revenue stream in realising our vision.  This role requires a dynamic individual who has the experience to build and develop a Trust and Foundation programme in line with our strategic priorities, writing compelling proposals / applications and securing significant income maximising immediate and long-term income opportunities.

You will be working within a growing UK Country Team as well as MWB’s passionate Field staff. This exciting new position is about building great relationships, both internally and externally, as well as developing a Trust portfolio so you will need to be self- motivated and confident.

The role is based at our offices at 175 Tower Bridge Road, London, SE1 2AG. The hours are 35 per week and the successful candidate will be entitled to 25 days annual leave and a contributory pension scheme. All applicants must be committed to Mission Without Borders’s Christian beliefs.

To apply please read the enclosed Job description and Person specification and send in your CV with a supporting letter. 

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9am on Wednesday 29th January 2020.  We plan a rolling programme of informal first interviews as soon as possible either face to face or by telephone with a final interview during the week beginning February 10th2020.

The Kensington + Chelsea Foundation is an independent local charity which was founded in 2008 and is now in an exciting phase of growth.  We want to raise our profile, our income and, most importantly, our impact.  While our borough is often associated with wealth and affluence, it also has areas of severe deprivation.  K+C has the worst income inequality of all London boroughs, high rates of child poverty and the highest proportion of people living alone.  Our vision is of a borough without poverty, where everyone has the opportunity to reach their potential.  We support local projects which reduce isolation and loneliness, develop skills and employment opportunities, and support children and young people who are disadvantaged.

We played a key role in the response to the tragedy at the Grenfell Tower and continue to work with some of the most disadvantaged communities in the borough to improve wellbeing and opportunities.

The Major Gifts Manager fulfils a key function within our small team with responsibility for increasing income primarily from high net worth individuals, and managing and developing the Foundation’s relationship with them.

Major Gifts Manager – Key Responsibilities

• To grow the Foundation’s major gifts income, working towards and delivering against key targets
• To manage a portfolio of major donors, taking responsibility for their cultivation and stewardship to deliver increased and new gifts
• To develop and deliver an events plan which utilises a range of events to support the major gifts strategy (private home events, pledge dinners, visits to projects etc)
• To undertake research and contact mapping with the team and Board of Trustees to identify a pipeline of new major gift prospects
• To create high quality project proposals for major donors and to deliver timely reports
• To brief Board members, the Director and other K+C Foundation representatives appropriately ahead of meetings with major donors and prospects
• To represent the K&C Foundation and communicate the organisation’s key messages to a range of stakeholders through presentations and meetings.
• To ensure all donor details and communications are accurately recorded in a timely manner on the database

• To work closely with the Community Engagement Manager to build an understanding of K+C Foundation projects and the needs for future funding
• To work closely with the Communications + Partnerships Manager to identify cross over between high net worth individuals, businesses and schools contacts, and to create compelling fundraising materials.
• To support the Director with approaches to Trusts and Foundations, as required
• To work with the Director to develop and deliver a Legacy fundraising programme
• To work flexibly and collaboratively to support the wider aims of our team

Your Qualities

• An experienced fundraiser with at least a 2 year track record of successful fundraising from major donors, including demonstrable experience of securing five and six figure gifts
• Proven experience in face to face fundraising with high net worth individuals
• Proven experience of identifying, cultivating and securing new donors
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Outgoing self-starter driven by results
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise your own workload
• Passion and creativity
• Flexible and collaborative team player
• Enthusiasm for and a commitment to the K&C Foundation’s vision and mission
• Knowledge of and networks in Kensington and Chelsea would be desirable but not essential

Application Process

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and a supporting statement that fully addresses the appointment criteria (maximum 2 pages of A4). Please also include the names and contact details of two referees who will only be contacted once your permission has been granted.

Deadline for applications: Friday February 7th 2020 

Interviews: February 18th or 19th 2020

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full time Major Gifts Officer to join the Major Giving Team at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

SSAFA is the UK’s oldest tri-service charity, providing lifelong support for serving personnel, veterans and their families. Last year, we helped 82,001 people from the Armed Forces family to get back on their feet. We provide hope, welfare and financial support for as long as it takes to give back independence and dignity to all those who turn to us for help. From the youngest recruit to the oldest veteran, no one’s service is ever forgotten.

About the role

This is an exciting time to join the Major Giving team, as we embark upon a new Major Donor Strategy building upon our existing portfolio of high-value supporters and developing new programmes and initiatives to attract and inspire new supporters to our cause.  The role is wide-ranging and will include elements of research, event management, stewardship and communications.  You will have an opportunity to engage at senior level both within the organisation and at external networking and fundraising events.  Some travel will be included but you will be normally based at our City Office in London, right in the heart of the ‘Square Mile’.

About the team

The Major Giving Team covers Trust and Foundations fundraising as well as Major Donors.  The wider directorate includes Corporate Partnerships and Events, Individual Giving and Legacies, Commercial Partnerships and Merchandise as well as Community Fundraising. The Fundraising Directorate is a happy and energetic department and thrives in a collaborative environment. We work closely across the organisation with our volunteers and service delivery colleagues to ensure that we all share a common purpose and understanding of the wonderful individuals and families we help and the amazing people and organisations that are inspired to support our charity.

About you

We are seeking an enthusiastic, confident and articulate individual, as comfortable in networking circles as amongst peers. Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels is a ‘must’ along with a clear eye for detail and pride in quality of work.  You will be adept at following processes, as this will be important in ensuring a high and consistent standard of stewardship experience.  This role is key within the Major Gifts team, supporting the Major Gifts Manager and Head of Major Giving.

A background in charity fundraising will be an advantage, particularly if you have experience of working with high-value supporters or on major gift appeals.  However, you may have equivalent experience and skills from a public, private or education sector background, and these will be considered also.

SSAFA is an employer that values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

Interviews: 7 February 2020

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St Clare Hospice is a charity that provides specialist palliative care to patients and families in West Essex and the East Hertfordshire borders.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for the hospice in our busy fundraising department.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Trusts & Major Donor Officer who is passionate about making a difference to people approaching their end of life and their families.

You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience of working in a fundraising or customer focussed environment.

In addition, you will be proficient in using IT and database systems. You will also be methodical with strong attention to detail and able to carry out research.

If you are enthusiastic and looking for the next challenge, we would like to hear from you.

Please read the job description (link below) for further details. 

In return for your commitment we offer a full induction into your role, a competitive salary and benefits package, company sick pay scheme and contributory pension scheme.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Anna Salamonowicz, Trusts and Major Donor Manager at St Clare Hospice, contact details on link attached.

How to apply

You need to complete a St Clare Hospice Application Form and submit with a cover letter stating why you feel you are suitable for this role (in particular, explaining how you fulfil the requirements set out in the Person Specification).

Please note: your CV will not be accepted by itself and the application form must be fully completed.

Send your application documents by email to the HR department, email address supplied on link attached.

There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible if you wish to be considered for this role.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Main purpose of the role

• To help with all aspects of legacy management reporting to our Fundraising Manager.
• To work with FR Mgr to identify potential major donors and work to secure money for major projects through a programme of donor development.
• To develop and deliver appropriate events which support the development of new potential Legators.
• To develop and deliver events which sustain our current group of Legators.
• The post holder will also support the team in the effective delivery of a wide range of fundraising activities across the key areas of: events and community fundraising; individual giving and corporate fundraising

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To ensure the effective and timely handling of all matters relating to legacies including development and management through to money distribution.
• To help prepare proposals, reports and presentations for different audiences.
• To support with the planning and implementation of legacy events.
• To set up and maintain accurate and up to date records for Legators.
• To support the finance team with the receipt and acknowledgement of legacies.

An exciting new role will see you join an ambitious team looking to transform income. Covering all sites within East and North Hertfordshire Hospitals’ Charity you will predominately be fundraising for specialist equipment, research and projects to improve patient experience at the Lister Hospital in Stevenage and Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Northwood.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support delivery of an exciting new strategy to raise funds for amazing causes such as children, cancer and the elderly.

Ideally you will already have a background of proven success securing five and six figure gifts from trust and foundations and/or or major donors

Working for the NHS offers a fantastic benefits package, including a generous pension, agenda for change pay progression, 27 days leave plus bank holidays and flexible working.

Headliners (UK), an award winning youth charity, is looking for new Chief Executive who is passionate about improving the lives of the most vulnerable young people and can provide transformational leadership to a committed staff team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the team to deliver our strategy and shape our plans through the next stage of development.

You will be a curious and forward-thinking leader who is able to inspire a range of stakeholders and have a total commitment to involving young people in decision making throughout the organisation.  You believe that young people are assets and deserve to be listened to and have equal opportunities to achieve their potential.

You will have a strong interest in journalism, media and the power of storytelling.

Our ideal candidate will have senior level management experience, outstanding communication skills, proven influencing skills and organisational profile-raising and a track record of fundraising and building partnerships.

The role is 4 days per week (28 hours) with flexible working including some home working with a salary of £36,400 (FTE £45,500). You must be able to travel throughout the UK to our offices in Northern Ireland, North East England and London. 

Please visit our website for an application pack with details of the role description and person specification and full instructions of how to apply and send us your CV with a 2-page supporting letter by 12 noon January 31st 2020. 

Girls Not Brides is seeking a Donor Engagement Officer, based in London, to support Girls Not Brides’ fundraising. The Donor Engagement Officer will work closely with the Donor Engagement Manager and senior colleagues across a range of tasks including those related to proposal writing and reporting, funder management, prospect research, and strengthening relationships with donors.

Girls Not Brides is the only global partnership entirely focused on creating and sustaining a worldwide movement to end child marriage, and ensuring that this movement leads to tangible change for the girls at risk or affected by the practice. We are a network of more than 1,300 civil society organisations in over 100 countries, all committed to working in partnership to end child marriage. Our vision is a world without child marriage where girls and women enjoy equal status with boys and men, and are able to achieve their full potential in all aspects of their lives.

Our members are diverse. They vary in size, location, and the type of work they do. They include groups focused on research and advocacy as well as programme implementers and service providers working directly in their communities. Our members address the issue of child marriage from various perspectives, including health, women’s and girls’ rights, child protection, education, economic empowerment and general development.

The global partnership is supported by the Girls Not Brides secretariat with teams in UK (London), Mexico, Kenya, India and Senegal and has an annual budget of approximately £5 million.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare reports for funders, such as the initial drafting of Girls Not Brides annual and mid-year reports.
• Draft concept notes and grant proposals for new funding.
• Conduct research and analysis, and prepare background briefs on prospective donors.
• Organise and contribute to regular internal fundraising check-ins.
• Track action points related to fundraising and funder relationship management.
• Track proposal submission and reporting commitments in grant agreements and ensure they are part of internal planning and are met.
• Maintain and update database records.
• Respond to fundraising enquiries.
• Build relationships with donors (focused on government donors and private foundations)
• Liaise with Girls Not Brides’ existing and potential donors around applications and grant compliance, as well as sharing new products, and involving them in relevant Girls Not Brides activities.
• Support or project-manage donor-related meetings and events, and other opportunities for donor engagement as applicable.
• Carry out any other funder-related projects.

All staff members must:

• Commit to the mission and vision of Girls Not Brides, putting these at the forefront of all planning, work and actions.
• Uphold the core values of Girls Not Brides in all areas of work and interactions with colleagues, members, partners and other stakeholders.
• Comply with Girls Not Brides policies and processes, with particular note for safeguarding, the code of conduct and data protection.
• Ensure that internal databases and monitoring information are kept fully up-to-date.
• Commit to ongoing personal development and learning.
• Fulfil any other reasonable requests for the advancement of Girls Not Brides.

Person specification

• Professional experience of successful fundraising and donor engagement, preferably within a similar sector.
• Demonstrable experience of writing successful funding bids for grant-making trusts, private foundations and/or governments.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write effectively for different audiences.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of charity fundraising and grant management activities.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and synthesise qualitative and quantitative data and evidence from different sources. 
• Excellent people and relationship management skills, including the ability to interact with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Highly organised with excellent information management skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills and ability to appraise options and adapt plans as required.
• Proficiency in the latest versions of MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and use of databases.
• Strong commitment to the mission and values of Girls Not Brides including understanding of approaches to empower girls and women and support gender equality.
• Skilled team worker with an inclusive and collaborative approach, in line with Girls Not Brides’ values.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Desirable

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant area or proven professional experience in a related field.
• A qualification in a relevant area, such as fundraising, public policy, development studies, international relations, human rights, gender issues.
• Proficiency in French or Spanish.
• Programmatic experience of working on child marriage or broader work on empowerment of girls and women.

Safeguarding

At Girls Not Brides, we are committed to the wellbeing, empowerment and rights of children, and to safeguarding children from harm in all of our activities. Girls Not Brides aims to promote an environment of trust and understanding where the welfare of children is paramount. You will adhere to the Girls Not Brides Child Safeguarding Policy and its Code of Conduct and report any concerns relating to the safeguarding of children in accordance with agreed procedures.

Our core values

• Collaboration
• Determination
• Inclusivity
• Integrity
• Pragmatism
• Respect

How to apply

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter demonstrating how you meet the criteria for this position by 23:00 GMT on Friday 14th February 2020 clearly stating “Girls Not Brides” and your name in the subject line. We encourage early applications.

First round interviews will take place via Skype on the week commencing 24th February.  Final interviews will take place on 2nd March in our London office.

Role: Executive and Fundraising Assistant

Reporting To: Finance & Operations Manager

Term: Fixed Term – 2 years

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 p.a.

The Initiative:

We want to see a world where everyone, everywhere, has someone to turn to in support of their mental health. However, this is not currently the case.  Worldwide mental health conditions are increasing, and depression alone is on track to be the leading disease burden by 2030. The world is not yet equipped to handle this growing crisis, especially in low and middle-income countries where the majority of conditions occur.  United for Global Mental Health was established in 2018 as an organisation focused on increasing global advocacy, campaigning and financing for global mental health to address this growing global need and increase the political and financial commitment so that everyone, everywhere has someone to turn to when their mental health needs support.

Together with over 80 people from 14 countries, we have launched the first global mental health campaign that is led by passionate campaigners and people with lived-experience of mental health from all over the world: from Nigeria to the US, from Indonesia to Australia and from Sierra Leone to Tonga. Supported by high-profile partners and ambassadors, our campaign unites efforts to bring greater action on mental health.

The role:

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Executive Assistant with an interest in fundraising to join a growing charity in supporting the Chief Executives and Fundraising Manager.

Reporting to the Finance & Operations Manager, the Executive and Fundraising Assistant will regularly liaise with Trustees, the Board, Donors and high net worth individuals.

You will be a confident and energetic individual with proven experience to provide comprehensive support to the CEOs, including but not limited to:

• Proactive diary management
• First point of contact for the CEOs
• Managing the CEOs’ worldwide travel arrangements, including flights, ground transportation, transfers, hotels and produce detailed itineraries and packs

• Providing administrative support to the Fundraising Manager, including scheduling meetings and taking minutes
• Researching prospective UHNWI donors and grant-givers
• Supporting donor management as required including gift processing and donor acknowledgement
• Support on writing grant applications and reporting to funders
• Keep our funding pipeline up to date
• Ensure that all fundraising files and data is well managed and stored
• Oversee the creation of briefs for designers and lead on creative briefs for external creative agencies
• Use judgement and knowledge to answer queries without asking the CEOs and delegate actions to others when necessary
• Commission briefing and other materials for all appointments from members of senior staff, ensuring the CEOs are fully prepared for all meetings in a timely manner
• Project manage workstreams close to the CEOs priorities ensuring there are clear agendas, actions and next steps.
• Collate business expenses with the support of the Office Administrator
• Working with the Finance & Operations Manager to assist in the administration of board meetings, including board paper collation, formatting and distribution.
• Production of board meeting minutes and updating of actions
• Timetabling of 1:1s and internal meetings
• Working with the Office Administrator to coordinate operational set-up of internal & external meetings
• Support the wider team when required
• Occasional travel alongside the CEO may be needed

About You:

The right candidate will demonstrate a flexible approach, have strong interpersonal skills and will have provided executive support to an executive team in the past and maintain discretion at all times.

You will be comfortable working in a fast paced environment and working as part of a team to achieve goals.

Communication

• Ability to communicate with staff at all levels, internal & external stakeholders and people with lived experience of mental health
• Building lasting relationships with staff and stakeholders

Organisational

• Highly organised, confident and diligent with excellent communication written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to plan and prioritise work for self and others
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and proactively
• Have the ability to meet changing and challenging deadlines while maintaining rigorous attention to detail

Requirements

• Three years’ experience of working in a similar role
• Ability to work proactively and under pressure
• Excellent computer literacy. Experience in Google Apps (Mail, Calendar, Docs), Mac OS (Mail, iCal), Excel, PowerPoint and Word to an advanced level
• Basic research experience
• Previous experience supporting senior executives as a PA/EA is essential
• Ability to travel
• Solution oriented

Desirable

• Third sector experience
• Experience of working in a small, entrepreneurial team

What’s on offer

The opportunity to work within a growing team located Somerset House on the Strand, overlooking the Thames, with regular invites & discounts to Somerset House events.

5% Employer pension

28 days annual leave

Weekly fruit delivery

United for Global Mental Health is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable individuals therefore this position will be subject to a background and DBS check.

This document must be read in conjunction with the attached Staff Recruitment Privacy Notice.

Closing date for applications: 29th January 2020

1st Stage interviews: 3rd February 2020

Red Rose Recovery is exclusively recruiting for a strong dynamic leader to drive forward and create a culture to support the ethos of the organisation and provide value based, clear and mission-driven strategic leadership to both Red Rose Recovery (RRR) and the Lancashire User Forum (LUF). 

You will have responsibility for the organisation as a whole, including all income and expenditure, financial related matters, risk, governance and performance ensuring the organisation meets all its legal and regulatory requirements.You will ensure financial sustainability and growth and be responsible for the delivery of the strategic plan.You will lead an organisation where teamwork is essential but where individual skills and co-production leadership equally need fostering. You’ll act an ambassador for the organisation and inspire the organisation and drive progress with the same determination and compassion demonstrated in our operational delivery.

OUR VALUES

• Hope- inspiring people to believe that sustainable recovery is possible for everyone.
• Commitment - working passionately to improve the lives of those in recovery.
• Respect - judging and valuing people for who they are and where they are going, not what they have been.
• Community - connecting people together, make recover a reality for the whole community.
• Transformation - changes the lives of those in recovery. 
• Legacy – building sustainable recovery for service users, families and communities.

YOU WILL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You are strongly committed to the aims and ethos of RRR and the LUF and have a desire to bring about positive change in the lives of people in recovery.
• You have proven success in working closely with ambitious Management Teams and/or Boards.
• You are fun, warm, approachable, energetic, confident, outgoing, creative, empathetic, determined, ambitious, flexible, resilient, discreet, organised and professional.
• You are confident in presenting to large groups and contributing influentially in meetings.
• You have the capacity to be flexible and innovative in the changing circumstances of a small but wide-reaching charity.

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Working strategically with the Board of Trustees to deliver our ambitious strategy, identifying opportunities for further growth.
• Ensuring all staff understand and embody the organisation’s mission, strategy, culture and values, so that everyone is supported and equipped to perform to the highest level and meet the fullness of their potential.
• Managing the organisation as a whole, including all income and expenditure and financial related matters, risk, governance and performance ensuring the organisation meets all its legal and regulatory requirements.
• Providing line management to the Senior Leadership Team and ensure it is a well-run organisation where colleagues feel valued and able to work effectively. 
• Ensuring there are clear lines of accountability and responsibility across the team which foster and maintain effective working relationships for the organisation.
• Maintaining and strengthening relationships with internal and external stakeholders, partners, potential funders, corporate partners and agencies.
• Leading internal communications strategy to ensure that RRR’s values are lived day-to- day, and potential for sharing and learning is maximised across the organisation. 
• Acting as an ambassador for RRR, networking widely to build new and existing strategic relationships. 
• Ensuring the organisation fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities and maintain a proactive relationship with the Chair and Trustee Board, supporting them to fulfil their duties and legal and other responsibilities for the proper governance of RRR and the LUF.
• Ensuring full and accurate reporting including the preparation of an annual report and financial accounts, making returns to Charities Commission and reporting back at the AGM.

YOU’LL HAVE 

• Degree level qualification or equivalent experience gained in a professional environment.
• Experience of working at operational & strategic levels and driving success across organisations and partnerships.
• Excellent leadership skills, line management experience, and the ability to enthuse, motivate and develop teams to deliver results.
• Experience in dealing with multiple tasks, sensitivities and challenges at the same time.
• A track record of driving quality and innovation and encouraging enterprise in others. 
• Excellent all-round communication skills and relationship management abilities.
• Knowledge and ability to run an organisation that is compliant with all regulatory and statutory obligations, and which is financially stable.
• Proven track record of securing new business in a tough financial climate.
• Willingness to travel locally across the Lancashire and North West region and nationally as required.

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to become part of the growing fundraising team of this Russell Group university which has recently launched its ambitious Strategy 2030.

The postholder will play a pivotal role in increasing philanthropic support for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) of Queen Mary. They will be responsible for managing a portfolio of current and prospective major donors, building relationships and a programme for cultivation and stewardship of philanthropic support to Faculty priorities.

We are looking for an individual with fundraising experience, an interest in higher education and with the ability to learn and adapt to a fast-changing working environment of a growing team.

The Directorate of Development and Alumni Engagement (DDAE) seeks to connect with former students (alumni) of the University and its predecessor institutions and other potential supporters to identify and develop opportunities for increasing private gift income and other forms of giving such as alumni volunteering, in support of the strategic goals of the University.

The post is full-time and is funded for 18 months at first with possibility of becoming permanent. Starting salary will be in the range £38,084- 43,602 per annum inclusive of London Allowance. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly or reduced hours.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. Details about the Directorate can be found on the University's alumni website on

https://microsites.hays.co.uk/jobs/queen-mary-university/index.htm

The closing date for applications is 26 January. Interviews are expected to be held during w/c 3 February.

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