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Check NowBlackburn Hub, flexible working practices / hybrid working
Closing date: Sunday 4th September 2022 at 11.30pm. Interviews: Week commencing 12th September 2022
We’re looking for a proactive individual with an understanding of community fundraising to join us as a Regional Community Fundraiser and help us maximise our local fundraising activities.
About Shelter
A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.
We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
About the team
Part of our hugely successful Income Generation division, Shelter’s Community Fundraising team is a new team that has rapidly grown in 2020/21 from 4 to 12 Regional Fundraisers and a central team of 7. Community Fundraising is a key part of Shelter’s long-term fundraising strategy and investment is being made available to fund it. In April 2020 we appointed the first Head of Community Fundraising to grow the team and develop the strategy for local and national community fundraising at Shelter and Shelter Scotland. This continues to be backed by the organisation as Community Fundraising is central or our organisational and income generation strategy.
About the role
Developing and implementing a new community fundraising strategy in Lancashire and the surrounding areas is just one of the challenges we’ll expect you to rise to in this role. This will involve focusing on our key audiences of individuals, community organisations, faith, regional corporates, local trusts, volunteers, local events, etc. With support from the Community Fundraising Area Manager, you will shape and develop your geographical area and local community to establish a tangible relationship with Shelter and its work and provide a high standard of stewardship to add value to current and new Shelter fundraisers and volunteers. Working in the best interests of the charity by contributing to wider fundraising teams' goals whenever possible will be important too. Put simply, you’ll do everything you can to generate more income and attract new long-term supporters.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About you
To succeed, you’ll need an understanding of community fundraising, experience of working on a CRM database and a proven track record of meeting and exceeding financial targets. You’ll also need experience of developing and implementing innovative ways of engaging supporters and are confident working with volunteers. You’re committed to providing excellent customer service in all your interactions and will a positive ambassador for Shelter.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
We will be sharing some of the interview questions with candidates shortlisted for an interview 3 days before the interview.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Do you want to use your corporate account management experience to make a positive impact? Then look no further.
At Back Up, we have big ambitions. Over the next few years, we’re going to be transforming the lives of even more people affected by spinal cord injury.
Together we’ll be working hard to make sure everyone affected by spinal cord injury has access to the support they deserve.
Do you want to play an integral part in our journey?
About the role:
We’re looking for a Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser to proactively identify and realise new corporate fundraising opportunities and provide excellent account management of existing partners so that Back Up can help more people affected by spinal cord injury.
On a day-to-day basis, you will be maintaining relationships with key corporate supporters, keeping them updated and engaged with Back Up’s work. This may be through signing up corporate supporters as sponsors of our events or services or encouraging them to sign up to our challenge events. As well as seeking out new partners and helping Back Up to develop long term relationships.
It is a hugely rewarding opportunity to bring the fantastic impact of Back Up’s work to life – helping us raise more funds and support more people affected by spinal cord injury.
About you:
We’re looking for someone with experience in either corporate fundraising or possibly you are someone with corporate experience who has account or relationship management skills that can help us grow the number of corporate supporters and corporate income.
You’ll have excellent presentation skills and be confident presenting to difference audiences. Be highly organized, with the ability to research new opportunities. You can plan and balance competing priorities. The role will suit a person who is confident to make an approach to a new corporate partner on one day, while writing a pitch the next.
About us:
At Back Up, we inspire people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life. Each year, we reach over 1,000 people with our award-winning services that are designed and delivered by people affected by spinal cord injury.
Back Up has been voted one of the top ten charities to work for (Third Sector Best Charities 2020). The enthusiastic, inclusive and supportive spirit of our very skilled staff ensure excellence in the services we deliver.
Working with us:
We’re committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from people affected by spinal cord injury and ethnic minority candidates.
Other Terms & Conditions
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday), permanent contract.
Some flexibility in working hours may be negotiated to enable a better work/life balance or meet particular needs as required.
Salary: £25,000 - £28,0000 per annum dependent on experience (inc. 5% London Allowance).
Location: We offer flexible working with the opportunity to work predominantly from home (in the office two days a week) or office based (Wandsworth) depending on the candidate’s preference.
Please apply by submitting the below:
• A CV and cover letter (maximum of two sides)
• A completed equal opportunities form (this is optional)
We welcome all questions about the role, just email recruitment at backuptrust . org . uk to find out more information.
We will acknowledge receipt of your application, and then let you know if you are to be invited to interview. First interviews will be held from the week beginning 12th September. If you cannot make any of those dates, please indicate this when you apply.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Birmingham Hub, flexible working practices/hybrid working
Closing date: Monday 29th August 2022 at 11.30pm. Interviews: Friday 9th September and Monday 12th September 2022
We’re looking for a proactive individual with an understanding of community fundraising to join us as a Regional Community Fundraiser and help us maximise our local fundraising activities.
About Shelter
A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.
We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
About the team
Part of our hugely successful Income Generation division, Shelter’s Community Fundraising team is a new team that has rapidly grown in 2020/21 from 4 to 12 Regional Fundraisers and a central team of 7. Community Fundraising is a key part of Shelter’s long-term fundraising strategy and investment is being made available to fund it. In April 2020 we appointed the first Head of Community Fundraising to grow the team and develop the strategy for local and national community fundraising at Shelter and Shelter Scotland. This continues to be backed by the organisation as Community Fundraising is central or our organisational and income generation strategy.
About the role
Developing and implementing a new community fundraising strategy in Birmingham and the surrounding areas is just one of the challenges we’ll expect you to rise to in this role. This will involve focusing on our key audiences of individuals, community organisations, faith, regional corporates, local trusts, volunteers, local events, etc. With support from the Community Fundraising Area Manager, you will shape and develop your geographical area and local community to establish a tangible relationship with Shelter and its work and provide a high standard of stewardship to add value to current and new Shelter fundraisers and volunteers. Working in the best interests of the charity by contributing to wider fundraising teams' goals whenever possible will be important too. Put simply, you’ll do everything you can to generate more income and attract new long-term supporters.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About you
To succeed, you’ll need an understanding of community fundraising, experience of working on a CRM database and a proven track record of meeting and exceeding financial targets. You’ll also need experience of developing and implementing innovative ways of engaging supporters and are confident working with volunteers. You’re committed to providing excellent customer service in all your interactions and will a positive ambassador for Shelter.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
We will be sharing some of the interview questions with candidates shortlisted for an interview 3 days before the interview.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Do you want to use your fundraising event experience to make a positive impact? Then look no further.
At Back Up, we have big ambitions. Over the next few years, we’re going to be transforming the lives of even more people affected by spinal cord injury.
Together we’ll be working hard to make sure everyone affected by spinal cord injury has access to the support they deserve.
Do you want to play an integral part in our journey?
About the role:
We’re looking for an Events & Challenge Fundraiser to support all aspects of challenge and event fundraising, maximising income raised via a range of existing fundraising activities and through the development and delivery of new initiatives so that Back Up can help more people affected by spinal cord injury.
On a day-to-day basis, you will:
- Manage the operational delivery of the Challenge Events
- Work with the Comms team to develop and deliver effective communications plans for the Challenge Events
- Recruit, manage and support participants for Challenge Events
- Support on the delivery of the Major Events
It is a hugely rewarding opportunity to bring the fantastic impact of Back Up’s work to life – helping us raise more funds and support more people affected by spinal cord injury.
About you:
We’re looking for someone with experience in fundraising events organisation to help us to reach our ambitious fundraising targets.
You’ll have excellent people management and interpersonal skills; a real people person able to connect with and engage a very wide range of people. Be highly organised, able to plan, balance and cope with competing priorities. The role will suit a person who is confident working on multiple projects at once, planning ahead and has a proactive approach to work.
About us:
At Back Up, we inspire people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life. Each year, we reach over 1,000 people with our award-winning services that are designed and delivered by people affected by spinal cord injury.
Back Up has been voted one of the top ten charities to work for (Third Sector Best Charities 2020). The enthusiastic, inclusive and supportive spirit of our very skilled staff ensure excellence in the services we deliver.
Working with us:
We’re committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from people affected by spinal cord injury and ethnic minority candidates.
Other Terms & Conditions
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday), permanent contract.
Some flexibility in working hours may be negotiated to enable a better work/life balance or meet particular needs as required.
Salary: £25,000 - £28,0000 per annum dependent on experience (inc. 5% London Allowance).
Location: We offer flexible working with the opportunity to work predominantly from home (in the office two days a week) or office based (Wandsworth) depending on the candidate’s preference.
Please apply by submitting the below:
• A CV and cover letter (maximum of two sides)
• A completed equal opportunities form (this is optional)
We welcome all questions about the role, just email karis at backuptrust . org . uk to find out more information.
We will acknowledge receipt of your application, and then let you know if you are to be invited to interview. First interviews will be held from the week beginning 12th September. If you cannot make any of those dates, please indicate this when you apply.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hybrid: Head Office, Hammersmith, London W6 7NL at least 4 days per month, and homeworking
Are you motivated by a desire to address the structural inequity that leads to financial hardship? Are you an experienced Major Donor fundraising manager looking to apply your skills to one of the most pressing issues in our society?
Turn2us is a national charity tackling poverty and the structural causes of poverty. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive.
We are recruiting for a Major Donor Manager to join our Philanthropy Team as part of our wider investment in fundraising. Reporting into the Head of Philanthropy, this role will work closely with colleagues across the Income Generation and External Affairs Directorate, and the CEO, who are committed to supported income growth in this area. With the support of the Head of Philanthropy, this role will be responsible for developing Major Donor Fundraising into a major area of income for the charity.
Turn2us is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from members of all communities. It is committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read our safeguarding policy on the Turn2us website.
We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are contractually required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month. Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than this and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us.
Closing date: 26/08/2022
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Role:
St Giles Hospice is looking for an enthusiastic Regional Fundraiser to join its busy fundraising team. The applicant will need to be a proactive individual with regional fundraising and volunteer management experience to join the fundraising team at a hugely important time ahead of our 40th Anniversary celebrations in 2023. The Regional Fundraiser will manage, drive and promote all regional fundraising activities within a defined geographical area of the St Giles footprint.
With the intention of building new relationships to provide growth in voluntary income and support, the post holder will be responsible for all regional fundraising activities across their defined geographical area. You will provide the best donor management and supporter journey and to ensure the longevity and retention of our community with a proactive approach to securing new donors and ensure that St Giles Hospice is the charity of choice for the communities in which we work. The post holder will work with the In Memory and Legacy Manager to deliver a successful and profitable, regional fundraising strategy that puts the donor at the centre of all we do and aligns with our objectives for growth in voluntary income across the fundraising team.
With experience securing and managing new community, in memory and commercial relationships, the post holder will have account management experience, understand the needs of our supporters and adapting asks and the management of supporter care journeys accordingly. You will also be a passionate advocate across the region for Hospice care with empathy towards the Hospice movement. An understanding of the services provided by St Giles is implicit, in line with our vision, purpose, values and behaviours.
Company benefits: To reward the hard work of our fantastic staff, St Giles hospice offers an excellent benefits package as per the below;
• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata.
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free onsite car parking
• Death in service benefit
• Training and development opportunities as well as progression within the organisation.
About us: St Giles Hospice is a registered charity providing high-quality medical and nursing care for local people living with cancer and other serious illnesses, as well as offering support for their families and helpers. Care is offered in a variety of ways according to the individual’s needs and are offered out in the community as well as from 2 sites with day unit facilities at Sutton Coldfield, and Uttoxeter.
We receive funding from the NHS but primarily we rely on fundraising activities and legacies, together with trading activities (21 Shops, Lottery and other trading) to support our work. We employ more than 300 people across a broad range of roles – from direct patient care to fundraising and administration as well as support from over 1000 volunteers to provide our services. St Giles Hospice has recently achieved a CQC rating of Outstanding.
Further details: If you feel this role is right for you, please click on the link below to apply.
This post is subject to a Disclose and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
All correspondence in response to applications will be sent via email. Due to the number of applications received, it is not always possible to respond to every application. Therefore, applicants who do not receive a response with 14 days of the closing date should assume that they have been unsuccessful.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Stick ‘n’ Step:
Through ground-breaking, personalised therapy that isn’t available on the NHS, we help to improve day-to-day life for over 100 families in the Northwest by enabling children and young people with cerebral palsy to gain their independence, boost their self-confidence and reach their individual potential.
About the role:
Stick ‘n’ Step have some established relationships with trusts and foundations but are hoping to diversify their income portfolio and engage with a broader range of supporters. The charity can clearly and powerfully demonstrate its impact and it will be your job to present this to funders.
Reporting to the Head of Fundraising but also working closely with the CEO, you will see the tangible difference that your successful applications make.
About the person:
We are looking for an experienced fundraiser with a proven track-record in trusts and foundations fundraising. You’re able to think strategically to build a sustainable pipeline of income, including multi-year grants. You can work autonomously, but also enjoy being part of a passionate talented team, bringing the energy and emotion of our work to life for funders.
You’ll need highly developed influencing and interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills; with keen attention to detail and the ability to present complex information to high value supporters and partners.
The ideal candidate will also have skills and experience with writing complex grant applications, ideally in the charity sector.
Importantly, you’re a caring, compassionate and determined team player who is able to maximise and grow income in this area.
Flexible, life and family-friendly employer. With a centre in Wallasey and one in Runcorn, you will be based where the amazing work happens so you can really feel the impact your contribution is having. There is also the opportunity to work flexibly and from home. A friendly, happy place to be where people really enjoy coming to work.
Apply for this fantastic opportunity now!
Closing date: 10th August
Interviews: 24th/25th August
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Ambitious about Autism have a fantastic opportunity in our fundraising department for a Trust Fundraiser to join the team.
As a key and reliable member of the Trusts team, the Trust Fundraiser will join a focussed, friendly and very successful team who represent our organisation's largest voluntary income stream, with exciting plans to become a £1million team next year.
This person will be responsible for relationships with donors and prospects giving up to the £30,000 level. The role offers the opportunity of a broad remit which includes securing new gifts and managing relationships with existing donors, as well as project managing and being responsible for our small trust mailing programme. By joining our high-performing team, you will have the opportunity to learn, grow and build your credibility in this fundraising stream as well as developing your project management, impact and influencing skills.
We value candidates with transferable skills for example from a sales, marketing or customer-facing background with strong writing abilities.
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued perfectional development (CPD), flexible and hybrid working and more.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions around the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact Stephen Vickers
Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
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This is an exciting role whose core purpose is to expand and build upon the recent fundraising successes of Asylum Welcome. You will help respond to the growing needs of asylum seekers, refugees, and other migrants at risk, including foreign national prisoners, and to further the dedication and ambition of our organisation, by maintaining, growing and helping diversify our income and our supporter base.
You will be an experienced and successful fundraiser who can confidently, together with our Fundraising, Development and Communications Manager and volunteers/interns, and working closely with our programme staff and director, help us fund our turnover of about £1 million a year through a range of effective and creative fundraising activities. You will maintain and grow funds received from charitable trusts and foundations, statutory donors, and other institutional donors as well as funds received from individual and community giving.
The post-holder is expected to perform at a high level and achieve tangible results, evidenced by regular reports and growing income. Committed to the values and aims of Asylum Welcome at a time of increasing hostility and ever-more challenging complex refugees and asylum seekers’ needs, you will be dynamic, personable, proactive, and flexible: willing to adopt our fundraising methods and techniques and keen to develop your own initiatives. Asylum Welcome benefits from excellent support from trusts and foundations, individual givers, and local community groups. You will help us to maintain and build this diverse funding base.
In addition to the CV, applicants should show in their cover letter how they meet the key criteria and requirements for the job.
Every day in the UK, 13 babies are stillborn or die shortly after birth.
Sands is the leading stillbirth and neonatal death charity and exists to reduce the number of babies dying and to support anyone affected by the death of a baby, before, during or shortly after birth.
We are recruiting a Trusts & Statutory Fundraising Manager to lead on the delivery of a robust portfolio of Trusts and foundations, to support statutory funding bids, and support the wider Partnerships team on corporate grants and foundations. The post-holder will be able to make a significant impact on the work that Sands does in supporting bereaved parents and saving babies lives, including our work with parents and communities, and providing bereavement training for professionals within the workplace and NHS.
In this exciting and high-profile role, you will lead on writing applications, managing our existing portfolio and providing an in-house consultancy service. You will also work closely with other Sands teams, Directors and colleagues within the Fundraising Team to develop a framework for, and reporting on the progress of Trust fundraising.
You will be highly results-orientated, and will have proven experience of developing and implementing trust fundraising programmes together with a proven record of securing significant grants from Trusts and other grant-making bodies.
Demonstrable experience of researching trust funding opportunities is essential, as well as experience of prospect research using a variety of tools and techniques.
With excellent verbal and written communication skills for a wide range of audiences, you will have experience of telephone pitching and making presentations. You will also have considerable relationship management experience and effective influencing skills.
You will be highly organised and be able to meet tight deadlines under pressure. A real team player, you will have strong IT skills including experience of using a fundraising database.
This is a rewarding role which offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the work of Sands.
Please note that we can offer this role on a full-time or part-time (28 hours per week) basis.
We are recruiting a brand-new role for an inspirational childrens health charity. As National Fundraiser you will generate sustainable income, from a range of income streams to fund their work in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
This is a home based role and an 18 month fixed term contract.
The Role
Focus on strategically developing net income from third party events, trust and grant making organisations including statutory funding and corporate partnerships as well as in the local community with a focus on Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Develop key relationships in the local community to maximise net income from in aid of events and activities.
Identify and increase participation in and year on year net income from key third party events in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Developing the corporate prospect pipeline in Scotland and Northern Ireland by proactively identifying key strategic opportunities to work with corporates in the region.
Using your keen understanding of the statutory funding landscape in Scotland and Northern Ireland, leverage key contacts to develop this income stream for the charity.
The Candidate
Demonstrable experience of researching and identifying strategic opportunities to work with corporates, statutory funders or trusts and grant making organisations.
Previous experience of working within a similar role in a charitable setting with responsibility for a six-figure budget and a proven track record of providing excellent supporter stewardship.
Excellent written skills with demonstrable experience of compiling and delivering bespoke funding applications and proposals to trusts, statutory funders, major donors and/or potential corporate partners with a focus on impact.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
This is an exciting and unique opportunity to dramatically increase income generation from individual giving through supporter attraction and retention, an exceptional donor experience and fostering well-established long-term relationships with UK-Med. Achievement of individual fundraising targets will be underpinned by high quality engagement (digital and print) and proactive use of data analytics.
UK-Med has an ambitious five-year strategy and a goal to generate £1 million per year from voluntary sources by 2026 to fund emergency responses and training for health staff. UK-Med’s income is currently primarily statutory, and the charity is relatively new to fundraising, however voluntary income has quadrupled year on year for the last three years. Earlier this year the board invested in the team to support the delivery of the 2021-2026 Fundraising and Communications strategy. The new Senior Digital Fundraiser will help build on the promising foundations laid to deliver an exciting chapter in the charity’s development.
You will be building on significant work already undertaken in all these areas. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious, determined and passionate individual to make a real difference to people who have their lives impacted by disease outbreaks, disasters and war. Experience in the humanitarian or international development sector is desirable, however a keen interest in global affairs and a commitment to UK-Med’s humanitarian mandate are essential.
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Do you want to make a difference and be part of a vibrant and inclusive organisation that has been helping save lives for more than a century? As one of the country’s best-loved charities, St John Ambulance played a pivotal role in responding to the pandemic as well as ‘everyday’ health emergencies, training, supporting communities, and improving young people’s lives.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing fundraising directorate with big ambitions to grow income and be best in class. We want to find people who can grow with us! This key role within the Fundraising Directorate sits within the Philanthropy and Partnerships Team comprising trusts and statutory, philanthropy and corporate. Focussing on grant making trusts and foundations, the successful candidate will develop and maintain relationships with, and secure funds from, existing and new funders to support St John’s key strategic priorities.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing a supportive culture with opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do. The role benefits from a competitive salary, generous pension, hybrid, flexible working, 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years, options to buy and sell holiday, free first/mental aid first aider courses, Blue Light and NHS online shopping discounts, cycle to work scheme, life assurance, flu jab, eye care, mental health and wellbeing tools and volunteering days.
Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)
About You:
- Proven experience of the trust funding landscape having successfully secured complex trust funds from identification of the opportunity to evaluation stage
- Proven ability to proactively seek and secure new donors and maintaining excellent working relationships with donors
- Experience of working with senior contacts including Trustees and Senior Leaders to identify opportunities and develop funding proposals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to adapt writing style to different types of applications and articulate complex issues in a succinct and compelling way to prospective donors
About The Role:
- Actively work to secure income to meet agreed personal and team fundraising targets in line with the organisation’s operational priorities
- Identify potential trust and statutory funding opportunities, working alongside Senior Management colleagues, Trustees and the Prospect Researcher to continue to identify new funds and develop the pipeline
- Build, manage and maintain a portfolio of donors, stewarding relationships to ensure donor satisfaction and long-term engagement, including detailed and timely reporting
- Work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues from different functions to grant manage donor funded projects and prepare high quality narrative and financial reports, in line with donor requirements
About Us:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,700 employees and over 30,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning. As a charity with rich heritage and a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future.
St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, supporting and enabling them to access and receive physical and mental health first aid. We do this through developing and providing effective community response and outreach services (e.g. Ambulance response, Falls response, Night Time Economy and Homelessness outreach) and using our longstanding expertise to empower people with vital clinical skills and the confidence to use them (e.g. our Volunteers and Community Advocates, NHS Cadets and Young Responders programmes).
Applicartion review date: 29/08/2022
Interview date: 01/09/2022
St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive, we have several networks including Multi Culture, Disability and Accessibility, Pride, Family and Carers and Women’s groups. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately in equality, diversity and inclusion.
Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.
Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the services of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only.
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Community Fundraiser – Education
Income Generation & Marketing Department
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
HCP Hospice Pay Band – F (starting at £26,370)
Location – City-wide to cover both Selly Park & Erdington hospice sites
Due to an internal promotion, The Hospice Charity Partnership is looking for a skilled and experienced individual to join our vibrant fundraising team to support the charity’s vision to deliver end of life and palliative care to more people across Birmingham.
Can you lead, inspire and support a varied range of education institutions within the local community with their fundraising activity? If so, then we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our fundraising team as a Community Fundraiser.
Reporting directly to the Senior Community and Corporate Fundraising Manager, you will work to grow income for the charity through the effective recruitment and management of local schools and education premises.
Within this diverse role, you will work across Birmingham to support both hospice sites in Selly Park and Erdington, leading on generating income from a variety of organisations who are completing their own fundraising activity and/or participating in community campaigns. You will proactively promote, help grow and recruit schools to participate in a variety of fundraising campaigns such as the very popular and fun Rudolph Run, whilst also having the opportunity to design and implement new income generation opportunities.
You will need to be a highly motivated and organised individual with an approachable manner and fantastic interpersonal skills, experienced in either fundraising or within the education sector. You will be able to deliver a gold standard supporter journey, through having excellent written and communication skills, being able to inspire new and current schools through various communication and marketing methods. You will also have proven ability of building relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
If this sounds like you and you have experience of engaging with local schools and pupils with proven success of reaching and exceeding participation and project targets through community campaigns then we want to hear from you.
Closing date: N/A – We will be screening and offering interviews as we receive applications and therefore strongly encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
To apply, please submit your CV as soon as possible and we will be in touch with you.
Interviews: Candidates will be invited to a telephone interview initially which will be arranged on an individual basis. If successful, candidates will then be invited to a face to face interview.
No recruitment agencies please.
Please note we do not have a Sponsors licence and cannot support Visa applications.
The Hospice Charity Partnership supports vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
Individuals joining the charity from the NHS or another hospice, the employee’s continuous previous service with any NHS employer is recognised in respect of pension provision and annual leave.
This is a fantastic opportunity with training opportunities available. We consider staff / team development as a priority.
Candidates can be put off applying for a job when they have caring responsibilities and may not think they can achieve the flexibility they need. We are keen to hear from you, and whilst we can’t accommodate every flexible working request, we’ll try to find a practical solution.
About us
The Hospice Charity Partnership provides expert palliative and end of life care for people and their families living with life-limiting illnesses.
We believe that all people in Birmingham should have access to the best specialist care and support - when, where and how they need it. Our vision is a future where everyone with a life-limiting illness will live and die with dignity and in comfort. Our mission is to enable more people from all communities to access the care of their choice at the end of life.
During a recent CQC inspection our Erdington site was rated ‘outstanding’, with independent health care regulators highlighting that colleagues and services are caring, responsive and well-led.
Our outstanding teams are passionate about providing the very best care, and patients and their loved ones are at the heart of everything we do.
Our values of kindness, respect, innovation, togetherness, positivity and openness are at the centre of who we are, what we do and how we behave. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, welcoming, caring and supportive team. We’re offering a competitive salary, with generous holiday allowance, a contribution pension scheme, and a commitment to investing in our people through employee benefits and ongoing professional development.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Hospice is committed to developing a dynamic and diverse workforce, representative of the communities it serves. We ask you, therefore, to complete the Equal Opportunities monitoring form to help us in this aim. We value each person as an individual - whether they are colleagues, patients, family members, carers or supporters, every person matters. We embrace diversity of culture, background and environment knowing it enriches our workplace and our relationships with our local communities. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We would love to hear from you, about what makes you uniquely you and how this opportunity will support you to succeed.
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In this fast-paced role you will engage local people to act! You will be working closely with volunteers, community groups, individuals and local businesses to increase awareness of the work of the Carers Centre to maximise supporter engagement and drive community fundraising in Bath and North East Somerset.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.