As a Charity Fundraiser what you will be doing is inspirational. You will be interacting with members of the Public and Employers to inspire them to donate, with a focus on driving donations and all forms of supporter engagement.

You will be responsible for the implementation, co-ordination, and promotion of events, campaigns, and appeals and you will complement both new and existing fundraising campaigns in order to maximise fundraising income generation.

If you feel you have the experience needed to succeed in this role and have a passion for helping people with life limiting illnesses, then this may be the perfect role for you.

Help inspire the next generation.

Do you want to be instrumental in helping children to reach their full potential and to become happier, healthier and more resilient?

Here at Evolve: A Social Impact Company we are looking to recruit a passionate, confident leader with the skills, experience and desire to manage projects that are changing not only the lives and futures of the children we work with, but also our society.

As a Relationship Manager you:

• will lead and develop a team of Health Mentors, providing any support and guidance they require to deliver interventions that will have a lifelong impact on the lives of the children they are working with.
• you will work directly with schools, Local Education Authorities and funding partners to ensure that projects are delivered as per contract and stated outcomes are achieved.
• you will be a key member of the Evolve Management team, your insight and knowledge will help shape the future of the organisation.

By achieving in all of these areas, you will dramatically improve the physical wellbeing, the mental wellbeing and the cognitive development of children nationally, you will provide support and guidance to your colleagues and you will ensure the continued growth and success of Evolve: A Social Impact Company.

We are a Social Enterprise so you can be assured that you will be fully trained and supported to succeed in your role as we want you to love what you’re doing and to have the maximum impact on the lives of the children supported by your projects.

So, if you:

• have patience, empathy, resilience and outstanding communication skills
• have experience of team leadership and project delivery
• enjoy sports and physical activity
• want to be instrumental in changing children's lives for the better
• want to develop a career in project management

Apply now as we are recruiting for a full time, permanent contract role leading our Yorkshire team.
 

All successful applicants will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, which include an enhanced DBS, full work history, references and face-to-face interviews.

About Us

We are the charity who look after and bring to life 2,000 miles of waterways across England and Wales, because we believe that life is better by water. Every role across the Trust plays it's part in transforming our canals and rivers into spaces where local people want to spend time and feel better, bringing wellbeing benefits to millions.

We are looking for a Community & Youth Events Coordinator to join our Yorkshire & North East (YNE) team on a 6 month Fixed Term basis. 

The role of Community & Youth-Events Coordinator is to support the Trusts strategic programme delivery through community and youth engagement, and local events, including Leeds Waterfront Festival. The post holder will build effective relationships with local communities/partner organisations to develop and deliver a variety of projects/interventions/activities for a range of people including young people (13 & 25 yrs old). 

This work will be delivered through both digital and face to face engagement - developing sessions and holding key events around Leeds and YNE generally. 

Location

This role is formally based from our Leeds office, however our teams continue to work from home currently whilst social distancing restrictions remain in place. It is important that applicants are able to work from their home location and travel where necessary until we are able to safely return to our Leeds based offices/HUBs.

DBS

This job involves regulated activity with children and adults at risk as defined by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012. Therefore, an Enhanced Criminal Record check will be undertaken by the successful candidate prior to employment. 

Responsibilities:

• To work with the Regional Team on the priorities for the region in-terms of community and youth engagement. 
• Support/deliver the region in delivery of local engagement events. 
• Identify and develop strong working relationships with a wide range of organisations in the designated areas.
• For Funded Projects complete and submit regular project monitoring and reporting in line with Lead Partner and Funder requirements.
• Display the Trust values and behaviours at all times.
• Ensure that diversity and inclusion are integrated into all aspects of Trust life and promoting inclusion by challenging behaviour, practices, actions, or decisions that are counter to the objectives of the Trust’s policies and values.
• This job involves regulated activity with children and adults at risk as defined by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012. Therefore, an Enhanced Criminal Record check will be undertaken by the successful candidate prior to employment. 

About you:

You will have the following work experience:

• Worked with the community and/or young people, including developing and delivering practical tasks and activities.
• Tangible experience successfully delivering projects/events in partnership with other relevant organisations, both in person and/or digitally. 
• Knowledge of how to source and coordinate social action/volunteer projects.
• Understanding of project management, delivery, reporting and evaluation. 
• Working knowledge of issues relating to working with young people or vulnerable people including safeguarding.
• Worked within the Third Sector/Voluntary organisations is desirable.

Skills:

• Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of internal and external contacts.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that will transfer well to event organising. 
• High levels of energy and commitment.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings / weekends as required.
• Ability to work unsupervised and alone when appropriate.
• Excellent time management, prioritisation and organisational skills, managing a diverse workload.
• Ability to manage budgets. 

As this role is on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Exception Order applicants must state the details of any cautions or convictions whether spent or unspent on the self-disclosure section of the application form.
This job involves regulated activity with children and adults at risk as defined by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012. Therefore, an Enhanced Criminal Record check will be undertaken by the successful candidate prior to employment.

A criminal record is not necessarily a bar to employment with us. HR will advise and decisions made on a case-by-case basis.

Application Timelines

Closing date:            23:59, 16 March 2021 

Interview date:         Week commencing 29 March 2021

Interview Location:  Due to social distancing requirements & government guidance our interviews are currently being conducted virtually using MS Teams.

What we Offer

In addition to your salary, you will receive access to a competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, and numerous other employee benefits, including several salaries sacrifices benefits. We are also open to flexible working arrangements. Further details can be found online.

We aim to represent the diverse communities we are part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do.

Find out more about the work we do and opportunities we have on our website. 

Community transport operators have a great story to tell and it is CTA’s job to help them tell it and to support them to develop excellent services that can transform lives and communities. We champion, connect, support and grow a thriving community transport movement across all parts of the UK. 

The purpose of this role is to ensure that our members receive outstanding support and development, including advice, resources, training, forums and events to derive value from their membership. The post-holders collect data from member interactions to improve our services and help us better advocate for and champion community transport.  The role provides a valuable two-way communication channel with members to gather intelligence, promote membership, increase participation in CTA initiatives and market our services and products such as driver training, permits etc.

The work of this post is primarily delivered through grant-funded programmes and, on occasions, separately commissioned projects.

Please see the Recruitment Pack attached for more detailed information about the role and our organisation.

Your application should include:

1. A personal statement that demonstrates how you meet the requirements set out in the ‘Experience’ section of the Person Specification and what you think you will bring to the role.
2. An up to date, detailed CV including all relevant employment history and expertise
 

Fundraising Manager  

Based: Leeds City / Remote  c£26-£31k                                                                                  

Experienced Charity Fundraising Manager? Looking for a fresh challenge? Inspired by the idea of driving income, profile, and reputation on behalf of the most vulnerable members of our society?

Simon on the Streets has been offering emotional and practical support for the street homeless across West Yorkshire for over 20 years. As we evolve and expand – we have now created this new role for an experienced and talented specialist.

The core of the role will see you working closely with the CEO to develop a robust structure and strategy for income generation:

• Managing and nurturing relationships with our existing supporters
• Identifying, establishing, and opening new opportunities

Bringing your fundraising experience, you will have the scope to shape and grow the role in time, leveraging your proven ability to:

• Pull together comprehensive fundraising plans.
• Track and report on income.
• Grow relationships and key partnerships.
• Capitalise on social media to engage with and develop new supporters.
• Pick up the phone and engage directly with local businesses and the wider community.
• Utilise the CRM system to best effect
• Manage and develop your one direct report.

Ideally, you will also bring a good working knowledge of Legacy support, Bid Writing, and tenders - and already have good levels of engagement with Yorkshire businesses and stakeholders.

If you can match this expertise with the energy, drive and initiative to inspire capture the imaginations of both new and existing audiences - in short to tell our story – then we would love to hear from you.

Tell us why this role sounds right for you by sending your completed application form to us.

Closing Date: 23rd March

Interview: 31st March