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Homebased in North East England
SSAFA’s regional fundraising team, operating across the UK, supporting 90 Branches, are proud to announce this role as part of their strategic growth and ambitious development plans.
About the role
This is a brand new fundraising opportunity that covers a wide range of counties in the North East region (Cleveland, Durham, Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, East Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire). Supported by the Regional Fundraising Manager, this role is fundamental in developing, supporting and championing new and existing fundraising initiatives to increase income generation in this area whilst raising SSAFA’s profile. This initiative includes (but is not limited to) trusts and foundations, companies, membership organisations, sports, education and government bodies, high-net worth donors, community-based partnerships, and grassroots fundraising through events and activities.
SSAFA is entering into an exciting period of strategic development within regional fundraising. This may open up a range of opportunities for career development within the team and the organisation. If successful, you will be the first of several Regional Fundraising Officers being recruited throughout the UK.
There will be an occasional need to travel across the UK and to work evenings and weekends at key events.
About the team
You will join a small, well-established and dedicated team who cover the whole of the UK, working with 90 Branches and Service committees. With regular team meetings and a variety of communication mediums you will be given ongoing support, training and mentoring throughout. We are a remote team and well connected to all colleagues. This supports and drives our determination and success.
About you
We are looking for an exceptional candidate, who thrives on challenge. A determined, highly motivated individual, with a track record of securing significant funds through a variety of income streams. A natural communicator with proven success in working with and developing volunteers to support this growth. A confident networker, able to represent the charity to external stakeholders, build relationships and reputation, communicate effectively across the region whilst working from home.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing practical, emotional, and financial support to our Forces and their families since 1885. Last year our teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 79,000 people in need, from Second World War veterans to those who have served in more recent conflicts or are still currently serving, and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person – any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.
No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
Closing date: Midnight on 01 December 2021. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are reached.
Interviews: First interviews will take place online using Teams - dates TBC. Second round interviews will take place in person and will involve a presentation.
Job Title: Fundraising and Engagement Officer (Leeds Children’s Hospital)
Working Hours: 37.5 (Flexible and part time working offered by agreement)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £30,000-35,000 per annum
Location: Leeds
Are you excellent at building relationships and want to make a difference in children and young people’s lives? If so, then we want to speak to you.
Leeds Hospitals Charity
Leeds Hospitals Charity is proud to support Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The Trust comprises seven hospitals and a dental institute, including Leeds General Infirmary, St James’s University Hospital, Leeds Children’s Hospital and Leeds Cancer Centre. At Leeds Hospitals Charity, we work with NHS staff to improve the experience of patients and families. We are passionate about healthcare and about making our hospitals amazing.
The Role
A unique opportunity has risen for a passionate and dedicated Fundraising and Engagement Officer to support Leeds Hospitals Charity raise awareness and funding for Leeds Children’s Hospital.
Leeds Children’s Hospital delivers the best possible clinical outcomes for every child, every time and with a brand new state of the art hospital building on the horizon, this is a very exciting time to take on this role. Reporting to the Events and Community Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for developing outstanding relationships with Leeds Children’s Hospital staff, patients and families and work with the wider Fundraising Team to grow supporter pipelines. The post holder will devise innovative engagement tools and strategies to raise the profile of Leeds Hospitals Charity within Leeds Children’s Hospital and associated stakeholders with the overall aim to increase funding for Leeds Children’s Hospital.
The Person
- Can establish and maintain exceptional relationships with Leeds Children’s Hospital staff, patients and families.
- Will be able to establish and implement a Patients and Families Fundraising Group for Leeds Children’s Hospital.
- Will work with the wider Fundraising Team at Leeds Hospitals Charity to grow pipelines by converting staff, patients and families into supporters.
- Can meet and exceed an agreed annual income, expenditure budget and KPIs reporting progress to your line manager on a monthly basis.
- Can innovate fundraising campaigns specifically aimed at raising awareness and funds for Leeds Children’s Hospital.
- Has the ability to attend clinical meetings to raise awareness of Leeds Hospitals Charity and present on how staff, patients and families can engage in fundraising.
- Can produce cases for support, case studies and presentations to be used to raise awareness of Leeds Children’s Hospital externally.
- Will regularly engage with and contribute to social media platforms associated with Leeds Children’s Hospital, to grow your network of current and former patients and families.
- Can develop a group of volunteers and ambassadors who will attend corporate pitches and community group meetings, to give in depth and engaging talks and presentations about Leeds Children’s Hospital and Leeds Hospitals Charity.
- Will support the Capital Appeal Team with the logistics involved in arranging visits to Leeds Children’s Hospital by VIPs and major donors.
You will:
- Have previous experience of working in an engagement or fundraising role.
- Have in depth knowledge of fundraising principles, methods and procedures including the Code of Fundraising Practice and all relevant legislation.
- Have the ability to write compelling cases for support and case studies.
- Have exceptional communication skills with the ability to quickly build and maintain rapport with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Have exceptional presentation, influencing and negotiation skills.
- Have excellent attention to detail.
- Be able to digest in-depth clinical knowledge and convert into layman’s terms.
- Be able to prioritise, plan and organise workload.
- Be able to provide exceptional stewardship to supporters.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office Packages.
- Be proficient in the use of social media and database/data recording use.
Charity Benefits Include:
Employee Assistance Programmes
AIG Life Group Protection
Cyclescheme
Car Lease Scheme
One year free gym membership
Buy Additional Holidays
NHS Discounts
Pension
As a Disability Confident Employer we commit to offering all applicants that consider themselves to have a disability an interview if they demonstrate they posses the essential skills and experience required for the role. Please advise on your covering letter if you consider yourself to have a disability.
To apply for this position, please send a copy of your up-to-date CV with a covering letter.
Closing date for application is Monday 6 December 2021.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive we are unable to provide feedback at the shortlisting stage. If you have not heard back from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
To build a fair education for all, we need to unlock the potential in all children – not just some. Together, we’re making it happen. Every day, our work takes us closer to a better future. But we need to do more. It’s a big challenge – and we need your help to take it on.
We are seeking an exceptional fundraiser who is passionate about making education fair for every child. This is a critical role in the Partnerships Team at Teach First and will suit a strategic thinker with brilliant relationship skills. The Partnerships team at Teach First manages over £4m of the charity’s voluntary income. We work with over 35 businesses from a variety of sectors from finance to fashion. The team is focused on growing long-term strategic relationships with our partners to meet our annual fundraising targets, so that we can recruit great teachers, develop brilliant leaders and support thriving schools.
As Partnerships Manager, you will oversee corporate accounts, many from the FTSE 100 and you will be responsible for managing and growing their income. As a creative person you will thrive on delivering memorable donor experiences. We are looking for two Partnerships Managers to join our team.
- Do you have proven experience of Partnership Management with a track record of growing your own accounts and/or supporting senior fundraisers to do so?
- Can you network and develop relationships at all levels?
- Do you have persuasive verbal and written communication skills?
- Do you have initiative and the flexibility to deal with multiple tasks / multiple internal and external stakeholder needs?
- Are you confident in project management including project design, planning and delivery?
- Are you a strong team-player able to work with both national and regional teams?
Yes to the above? Then we want to hear from you. You might be our next Partnerships Manager.
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