Senior Event Fundraiser Jobs in Bristol

Founded in 2004, Sabre Education is a leading and award-winning early childhood education international NGO. We work in close partnership with the Government of Ghana to deliver universal access to quality pre-primary education and our aim is to give every child the best possible start through quality early years education.

Kindergarten education, for children aged four and five, was introduced in Ghana nationally in 2007. Whilst a great achievement, equivalent gains have not been made in the quality of education, meaning young children are still experiencing poor learning outcomes at a critical stage of their development.

Our mission is to support Ghana in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4.2 – universal access to quality early childhood education. In partnership with the Ghanaian Government and two other INGOs, we are on the cusp of implementing a programme to roll out our teacher training on a national scale. To support this, we are recruiting a Senior Institutional and Trusts Manager to work closely with our Director of Fundraising and Communications in the delivery of our fundraising strategy, building long-term relationships with institutional and trust funders and inspiring them to support our work.

About you:

We are seeking an experienced institutional fundraiser, ideally with experience in trust fundraising and a passion for the power of education, to join our team and develop our institutional and larger trust fundraising income. You will have demonstrable experience and success in securing funding from institutional funders including bilateral and multilateral. Experience in partnership working with other INGOs would be beneficial, although not essential. Line management experience is also desirable, as this role will manage a small team.

We offer a supportive and collaborative team culture. The role is completely home-based, with the cost of occasional travel to team and donor meetings covered. This role has a lot of responsibility and an opportunity to experience new things. We hope you’re excited by that.

We plan to interview on 12th December, so if you are interested please contact our recruitment partners at Peridot Partners to discuss this role in detail.

Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.

Applications for this role close at9 a.m. Friday 8th December 2023.

Community and Events Fundrasising Officer

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a can-do attitude to help us deliver our exciting Community and Events Fundraising programme. No previous fundraising experience is required, just an organised individual with a knack for building relationships, a passion for exceptional ‘customer service’ and a drive for uniting communities and raising money for charitable causes.

You’ll work within the charity’s passionate Fundraising and Engagement Team to raise funds to support children and families affected by the childhood cancer neuroblastoma and our vision, for a future where no child dies of neuroblastoma or suffers due to the treatment they receive.

This extremely rewarding role would suit anyone looking to take their first step in their fundraising, marketing or charity career. Don’t think your experience directly aligns? Don’t worry; we’re interested in transferable skills and attitude, so consider and show us how these apply to this role.

Summary of role responsibilities

• To help deliver the charity’s Community and Events Fundraising Programme, including special events, community fundraising, challenge events, individual giving, and fundraising appeals.
• To ensure excellent supporter and donor care and build long-term valued relationships to optimise income generation.

This is a fixed-term role offered on a one-year contract. We are looking for the successful candidate to ideally start in January 2024, but there is flexibility with this.

For more detailed information about the role, charity and team, take a look at the Recruitment Pack.

Recruitment timetable

We aim to follow the schedule outlined below:

Applications opens: 22 November 2023

Applications closes: 10 December 2023, 11:59pm

Shortlisting: 11 December 2023

Interviews: 15 December 2023 (in person in London)

If there are any adjustments that would help you engage with the recruitment process, please let us know.

​We actively encourage applications from those with lived experience of neuroblastoma and/or other childhood cancers. As an equal opportunity employer, we also welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

As a safeguarding charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. All our roles require a basic criminal record check.

Role: Director of Fundraising

Reporting into: CEO

Location: Hybrid (Working between home and in the office, with the team). 

Responsible for: Team of 6+, including 3 direct reports.

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: £60,000.00 per year

Contract length: 24 months

Gympanzees exists to support children and young people with disabilities, ensuring they can access regular exercise, play and friendship, to improve their physical and mental health and well-being, and to take their families out of isolation.

Our vision is to build the UK’s first, fully accessible and inclusive, exercise and play facility which will cater for the exercise, play and social needs of children and young people with any ability or disability and we have secured a location to begin this journey. 

To complete the work needed we have launched ‘Project Home’ our Capital appeal to raise £8 million to open our permanent centre in Aust which will be fully sustaining and support 200,000 visitors a year.

We are looking for a Director of Fundraising to join our team and work alongside our CEO to create a successful fundraising environment and play a key role in ensuring we deliver the strategy successfully and hit ambitious fundraising targets.

Working closely with Steph, our CEO, you will identify and secure high-level support from both individual and corporate partnerships.

In return, you will be working with a passionate team who are committed to changing the lives of children and young people with disabilities. You will also benefit from a competitive salary, flexible working and excellent staff benefits.

If you are excited about our ambitious plans and the opportunity to make these a reality, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

· You will play a pivotal role in leading the organisation by working collectively the Senior Management Team, the board and trustees to shape the future direction of Gympanzees and to build and maintain a positive culture.

· You will provide leadership and vision to support our fundraising strategy's implementation, to reach agreed targets.

· You will work with other members of SMT and lead a collaborative culture across the organisation to continue to accelerate the growth of fundraising across a diversified range of income streams.

·       You will inspire, lead and monitor the performance of the fundraising team and ensure the necessary skills, knowledge, motivation and tools are provided.

· You will work with trustees, committee members and CEO to implement an ambitious fundraising strategy and report on progress.

·      You will manage and deepen the charity’s relationships with key funders and stakeholders and identify opportunities to develop new relationships with major donors, corporates, foundations and others.

· You will oversee work to maximise marketing activity to support successful fundraising.

· You will represent Gympanzees in a knowledgeable and professional manner, including at external events and engage people in our work so that they want to support us.

·       You will work closely with business manager and SMT to develop budgets, systems and processes needed to effectively manage relationships and monitor progress against targets.

·       You will ensure we are adhering to current best practice, the Fundraising Regulator guidance and GDPR requirements.

About you

· You will be an experienced fundraiser with a strong track record of raising funds through a range of income streams including major donors, grants and trusts, events, and corporate and individual giving.

· You are a strategic leader who is resilient, responds well to change and is able to remain calm under pressure.

· You will have a passion for our cause, vision and values.

· You have proven fundraising experience that has led to tangible outcomes.

· You are an excellent relationship builder and networker.

· You have strong communication skills.

· You are positive, pragmatic and solution-focused, able to prioritise, and with good time management.

Knowledge, experience and skills

· Proven track record of successful fundraising.

· Substantial experience of leading fundraising teams.

· Experience in using a range of fundraising approaches including securing high value partnerships.

· Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

· Track record of contributing to strategic plans and setting and managing budgets.

· In-depth, up-to-date knowledge of the fundraising sector and fundraising trends and best practice.

· Confident cultivating and managing relationships with a range of funders.

What’s in it for you

At Gympanzees we strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. It is our mission to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our community and its employees. We are a hugely passionate and driven team, and our jobs are more than just work. As a small team, every opinion is valued, and we encourage risk and learning to make us as good as we can be.

We offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing 1 day each year you are part of the team, up to 30 days. In addition, everyone is given their birthday off.

We also offer a healthcare plan that you can use to reclaim cash against Dental appointments and treatment, Opticians, Therapy and Specialist Consultations.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Training opportunities.

Sick pay.

Company pension.

Gympanzees is committed to promoting diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups (e.g., Disabled people, people from ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ people) and as a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to all applicants who meet our essential criteria.

If you are successfully shortlisted, you will then be invited for an interview and if successful, you will be asked to provide the names of two referees who have known you for at least two years preferably in a professional context. This can include employers, colleagues, teachers, tutors, support workers, community leaders, child’s teacher or a member of a hobby or exercise group you belong to. 

Our commitment to safeguarding

At Gympanzees, we take very seriously our responsibilities for the safety and welfare of the people who use our services, our volunteers, staff and the organisation as a whole.

All applicants successful at interview will be asked to disclose unspent convictions under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013).

If you would like this document in any other format or if you are experiencing difficulties applying, please get in touch by email, phone or in writing.

If you ave questions about this role please get in touch and we’d be more than happy to discuss. 

About us 

Myeloma UK is the only organisation in the UK dealing exclusively with the incurable blood cancer myeloma and related conditions. We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every patient has an empowered present and a hopeful future.

Our ultimate goal is to find a cure and make myeloma history. Until then, our mission is to help every patient live well with myeloma for as long as possible. We are committed to diagnosing myeloma earlier, discovering and sharing knowledge, transforming the patient experience and influencing positive change in care.

About the role

 This is a new role within the Philanthropy and Strategic Partnerships team responsible for developing and leading our major donor programme. Myeloma UK is embarking on an ambitious five-year income generation strategy, which aims to increase income from £5m to £10m by 2028. This position will play a critical role, working alongside the Head of Philanthropy and Strategic Partnerships to double the income we raise from major donors and family trusts by securing 5-6 figure grants for a range of innovative and life changing programmes – including patient and family support, research and advocacy. The Philanthropy Manager is also responsible for managing and supporting the Philanthropy Officer in securing mid to high level donations from individuals.

The major donor programme at Myeloma UK is established - we have a strong community of existing high-level supporters and have identified significant potential donors within our community - but these opportunities have not been fully leveraged in the past. Building on this foundation, and a major fundraising Gala planned for Spring 2024, there is a significant opportunity to transform this area of fundraising and this role will be instrumental in delivering a step change in our approach. The role requires outstanding relationship building skills, and the ability to work with high-net-worth individuals, to build credibility and trust and inspire them to support Myeloma UK.

About you

You will be an experienced major donor fundraiser with the ability to secure 5-6 figure gifts and lead others to do the same. You will be a strategic thinker, who is ready to lead and implement our major donor strategy alongside the Head of Philanthropy and Strategic Partnerships.

We need someone with exceptional relationship management skills with the ability to nurture high value relationships and also work closely with senior colleagues, Trustees and other volunteers to build deep and long-lasting donor relationships. It will be crucial to work closely with colleagues across the charity to identify fundraising priorities, develop fundraising propositions and involve them in the cultivation and stewardship of key relationships.

You will be a skilled communicator and negotiator with the ability to communicate complex scientific information in an engaging way. We need someone who can build relationships from scratch, uncover donor motivations and convey the importance of Myeloma UK’s work to inspire support.

 How to apply

 If you think you would be a great fit for this role, get in touch and tell us more about yourself by sending us a CV that sets out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements together with a covering letter telling us more about you and what you think makes you a good candidate for this role.

Applications close on Sunday 10 December. Interviews will be held remotely w/c 18 December 2023. You may be asked to do a task prior to your interview.

Myeloma UK is an equal opportunities employer and always welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection.

Fundraising Assistant 

Reports to:Senior Fundraising Officer

 Location:Remote (UK based) working days but will be required in the Bristol office at least once a week 

Salary: £23,000 

Length of contract: Permanent , 37 hours per week

Closing date: 9am Monday 18th December 

Interviews: 4th – 5th January 2024. 
  
Main Purpose of Post  
  
You will be joining our fantastic Fundraising team who keeps the organisation surviving and thriving by bringing in funding from the smallest individual donor, a high profile corporate partner, or individual major donor. This post holder for this role work across the whole Fundraising team, providing administrative and operational support, including maintaining the fundraising database.

We’re looking for someone with great people skills, as well as drive, initiative and determination. You’ll be diligent with details and accuracy, and have a dynamic approach to your work. You will be a natural problem solver, always looking to improve upon current processed to improve on efficiency.   

The post holder will develop and maintain both internal and external contacts and will need a thorough understanding of Women’s Aid’s work.  

Duties and Key Responsibilities 

1. Fundraising 

• Monitor the fundraising inbox, acting as first point of contact for a wide range of enquirers and supporters, including some high profile, maintaining a professional approach at all times.

• To process donations through our CRM – working closely with finance and the wider fundraising team 

• To assist with the implementation of a regular giving strategy, and support with donor communication and retention.  

• To provide additional support at peak times of year such as our winter appeal and International Women’s Day. 

• To assist with the organisation of fundraising events as required.  

• Support with the management of Women’s Aid’s online giving programmes including Just Giving and Enthuse.   

• To assist with sending out fundraising merchandise including supporter packs, running vests, t-shirts etc.   

• Support the team with data processing on the CRM database. 

2. Stewardship  

• To assist with the implementation of the donor stewardship programme for all donors including one off, regular givers and community fundraisers.  

• Actively work to reduce the attrition rate of donors by ensuring regular contact is maintained with all donors.  

3. Information management  

• Take responsibility for ensuring that full records are maintained on the fundraising database.  

• Collate departmental performance data for fundraising activities.   

• Act as first point of contact for a wide range of supporters, including some high profile, conveying a professional image at all times.   

• To assist with the administration of fundraising activities on the CRM including mailings and event administration when required.  

• To carry out a range of information gathering activities as required, including online research.   

• To maintain the fundraising database including timely processing of donations, grants and making sure donors are thanked.  

• Ensure that data processing is in accordance with GDPR compliance. 

4. Financial  

• To ensure all donations are processed quickly, correctly, and donors are thanked in a timely manner.   

• To lead on some of the financial functions such as reconciling the bank statements between Fundraising and Finance, ensuring donations are correctly coded. 

Person Specification 
Experience: Essential 

• Experience of working in a fundraising or sales/customer facing role.  

• Experience of building and maintaining strong relationships.  

• Experience of working within a team and individually to achieve success.   

• Experience of using a database. 

Experience: Desirable 

• Experience working in a charity environment. 

• Experience of using a fundraising or CRM database. 

Skills & Abilities: Essential 

• Excellent computer skills and experience using a wide range of computer packages, including Microsoft packages. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to liaise with people at all levels, on the telephone, face to face and in writing.   

• Ability to carry out thorough research to keep-up-to date with new fundraising opportunities.   

• Demonstrable initiative and determination.  

• Excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping.   

• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workload.  

Knowledge: Essential 

• Knowledge and understanding of Feminism.  

• Understanding of domestic abuse and the issues relating including the impacts on women and children.  

• Understanding of the role of Women’s Aid.   

Knowledge: Desirable 

• Knowledge and understanding of GDPR and compliance. 
    

Other Requirements 

 Essential 

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and sensitivity of the aims and objectives of Women’s Aid;  

• Commitment to anti-racism and anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities. 

• Willingness to travel and work occasional unsocial hours as required. 

• To be flexible within the broad remit of the post. 

Summary of Terms and Conditions of Employment 

Terms of appointment: Confirmation of appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period.  This will normally be of six months (less for short term contracts).  During this time an employee will be expected to establish their suitability for the post. During the probationary period employment may be terminated in writing, giving one week's notice by either party (this may be waived by mutual agreement). Only any statutory dismissal procedure will apply during the probationary period. There is no probationary period for contracts of under 3 months.  

Salary:  £23,000 pro-rata  + benefits.  Salary is paid in arrears through bank credit by the 25th of each month.  Part time staff receive pro-rata payment based on hours worked.   

Working hours:  The standard working hours for this post are 37 hours per week, based in Bristol at least one day a week with remote (UK based) working; benefits include a generous bank holidays and annual leave package and contributory pension scheme.   

Support and supervision:  Women’s Aid has a commitment to providing regular supervision and support to staff with annual appraisals forming a key part of staff development.  We have a training policy in place and encourage staff to take an active role in their career development plan.  

Pension:  Women’s Aid is enrolled with the People’s Pension scheme. Women’s Aid normally contributes 7% of salary and the employee contributes 3% towards the group pension scheme. Eligible staff will be automatically enrolled on the scheme when they have successfully completed the 3 month interim probationary review.  

Annual Leave:  Women’s Aid offers an annual leave entitlement of 28 days per year rising by one day per year until 30 days annual leave per year is reached.  In addition, we offer 8 days public holidays plus 2 additional days in March and August. All leave entitlement is calculated pro-rata for part time employees.  

Other leave:  Employees have contractual rights to time off for reasons of sickness, maternity and other circumstances.    

Period of notice: 1 month after your probationary period has been completed.  

Union:  You have a right to membership of a trade union. Women’s Aid recognises Unison.   

 Asylum and Immigration Act 1996:  To confirm your right to work in the UK, Women’s Aid will need to see the original of at least one document from a specified list (available on the UK Government website). Most commonly this is a British Passport. 

 Additional information is available on request.  

Percival is excited to be working exclusively with Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA) in its search for a new Corporate Development Manager. In this newly created position, the postholder will be responsible for driving new business and nurturing partnerships particularly within the financial services sector whilst influencing key audiences and stakeholders to help grow and diversify SEA’s income.

At Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA), the team tackles one of society’s biggest issues. One in six women reports that a former or current partner has controlled or is controlling their economic resources – money and the things it can buy such as food, clothing, transportation, and housing. Through economic control, abusers limit women’s freedoms, they steal their futures, and, in far too many cases, they take their lives. Yet too few people are aware of economic abuse – even those who experience it.

Title: Corporate Development Manager

Salary: £36,000 per annum

Working Pattern: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Home-based (with a willingness to regularly travel into London and other major financial hubs as required and expenses paid)

Recruitment Timeline

Deadline for Applications: Rolling Basis

They will be interviewing on a rolling basis with a two stage interview process to be held in-person (accessible central London location) and online.

The post holder will proactively identify and research potential corporate prospects, developing a robust corporate partnerships pipeline with an effective cultivation plan to generate sustainable income (80%). They will also provide excellent stewardship to existing corporate supporters and work collaboratively with partners to deliver impact (20%).

SEA is looking for a fundraising professional with demonstratable success in a corporate fundraising and/or account management role, which includes funding from the financial services sector. The successful candidate must share their feminist ethos and have the ability to work unsupervised on own initiative, to prioritise and deliver competing tasks under tight deadlines.

The team at Percival is committed to your journey as a candidate, and will provide any necessary support throughout the application process. If you require assistance in completing your application, or need the process to be adjusted, please don’t hesitate to contact Adam at Percival.

We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

To apply, please submit your CV. Should you meet the requirements, we will provide you with the full job description and arrange a call or meeting to provide additional information about the process. This will give you all the information and assistance you need to submit a formal application.

We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.