ISLP WANTS YOU!
Fundraising Consultant (Part-time), London based, £40,000 pa (£15,000 pro rata for 89 days or 4.6 months)
International Senior Lawyers Project (ISLP) is a not for profit organisation registered in the USA and the UK that provides pro bono legal assistance to governments, regional bodies, and civil society organisations in developing countries, leveraging global legal resources in alignment with client needs to support just, accountable and inclusive development. We offer solutions to direct investment challenges, from a growing program of work focused on social impact and the structuring of investment vehicles to advising governments on tax competition, base erosion and profit shifting.
ISLP has a well-established program of providing advice and support to governments across sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East, including advising on the renegotiation of natural resource contracts and establishment of legal and regulatory frameworks with regard to investment, tax and trade. In addition, ISLP has enacted multi-faceted programs to empower civil society participation in the overall development of several countries in Southeast Asia, particularly Myanmar, as well as provided support in relation to Anti-Bribery & Corruption and Civil Society Space in Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
Job Overview
International Senior Lawyers Project (ISLP) is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic fundraiser to work with the Co-Heads of the UK Office and other members of the ISLP team in conceptualising, implementing and evaluating fundraising activities. The ISLP Consultant will manage and develop a portfolio of prospective funders and donors, as well as develop a sustainable fundraising strategy and infrastructure within the organisation. The position entails the coordination of outreach and fundraising activities with a variety of actors, mainly partners from the ISLP’s network of national governments in Europe and North America, Philanthropic Foundations, and Family Trusts. Reporting to the Co-Heads ISLP-UK, we need you to contribute to the expansion of ISLP’s funding base by attracting new funds and to manage the relationship with resultant funders.
We are looking for a Fundraiser to focus on Institutional and Trusts funding. Your role will be to develop and maintain strong working relationships with existing and potential institutional donors, private foundations, trusts, and partner organisations. You will research and develop fundraising proposals and grant applications and come up with new strategies to increase funding. You will ideally have knowledge of working with institutional donors, and have extensive trusts and foundations fundraising experience. You will have written successful and impactful funding proposals, be creative with coming up with new fundraising strategies and ideally have knowledge of the international development sector.
This is an amazing opportunity to be a part of an organisation that makes a big impact worldwide through pro bono legal support. This is a part-time role pro-rata to 4.6 months (89 work days) and offering equivalent salary of £15,000. Non-London, non-office based arrangements could be made for the right candidate.
Main duties and responsibilities
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Contribute to the ongoing development and revision of ISLP’s fundraising and funder relations strategy;
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Develop a comprehensive understanding of stakeholder needs within the institutional donor, major foundations and impact investing space;
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Initiate, develop and maintain strong relations with potential funders;
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Programme and proposal design, bid writing, pitching and developing performance measurements, in line with the wider fundraising strategy;
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Secure new large-scale finance through researching and progressing funding opportunities;
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Monitor trends and opportunities across institutional donors, major foundations and the impact investing sector;
Key Competencies, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
Essential
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Experience of securing funding from and working with major institutional donors, large foundations and/or multilateral bodies;
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Proven experience of proposal development, bid writing and pitching, grant contract management, funder reporting and monitoring;
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Effective relationship manager;
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Excellent written and oral communication skills;
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Excellent computer literacy including word-processing, databases, spreadsheets;
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Strong research skills;
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Strong influencing and negotiating skills;
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Good numeracy skills and ability to analyse and report on financial performance;
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Understanding of and experience in the international development sector;
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Ability to work independently to tight critical deadlines, ensuring an internal flow of communications and buy-in;
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Ability to think strategically and creatively, to foresee needed adaptations to an original plan, improvise and make the best of situations in the moment;
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Demonstrable ability to identify and pursue fundraising opportunities.
Personal Qualities
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Great communicator;
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Systematic and thorough;
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Learning attitude;
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Conscientious and responsible;
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Constructive, flexible and helpful;
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Culturally sensitive;
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Works well under pressure;
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Innovative and entrepreneurial;
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Able to work with minimal supervision, use initiative and drive results;
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Able to prioritise own workload and to see a task through from start to finish;
Education: A relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification
Experience: At least 5 years’ experience in major fundraising and funder relationship management within the international development space.
INTERESTED?
If this role speaks to your core and you are enthusiastic about contributing to the strengthening of legal pro-bono support then please see application instructions via our website. Interviews will be held in mid-January 2020. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you want to help children in desperate need gain an education whilst doing your day job in very flexible working conditions? KINOE (Kids in Need of Education), is recruiting for a Fundraiser and Administrator (paid position) on an immediate basis. The role is initially a short-term contract (up to a total of 30 hours) with the opportunity to continue for the right individual.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work on a very flexible basis, choose your hours and work remotely. The role is offering the potential for up to 6 hours a week on an ongoing basis.
KINOE is a small but effective UK Registered charity based in North London with the mission to educate some of the disadvantaged children in India, Nepal and Africa to enable them to develop the skills they need to get a job or go on to higher education. We are a small, passionate team and need a proven fundraiser to drive our fundraising and help with day to day administration.
We are looking for someone to write proposals (templates will be provided), run an on online auction, and drive KINOE’s social media presence.
The ideal candidate would be:
- Self-motivated with initiative
- Ability to work independently
- Experience in the running events and fundraising
- Experience in proposal writing
- Articulate with excellent report writing skills
- A “ can-do” attitude and a willingness to work across a number of areas of operations
- Strong organisations skills and the ability to multi-task
How to apply
To apply please provide an up to date CV and covering letter and use the Apply button.
The Myton Hospices have been operating since 1982 in Warwick and have cared for thousands of terminally ill people and their families and friends during this time. We are here for families and loved ones too, ensuring there is always support and advice available as well as a cup of tea and a hug when it’s needed.
Myton has ambitious plans for the future and our estate needs to be able to support them. All of our organisational priorities rely on having buildings that can meet the needs of patients, their families and visitors and those of our staff and volunteers.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Capital Appeal Manager to establish and run a successful Capital Appeal Fundraising programme for the improvements to the Warwick Myton Hospice building, which will raise £2 million in 2 years.
You will have excellent project management skills along with a proven record of engaging with major donors and high net worth individuals and organisations.
Role description:
About Us
‘Nicodemus’ is a Christian Charity that bridges the gap; rescuing and restoring young people. Some may have once been sponsored or supported by other agencies, but have now found themselves living back on the streets while others have become impoverished and face difficulty due to the generational cycles of poverty. Helping them to rebuild their lives by empowering and equipping these same young people as community leaders transforming and rebuilding their communities, promoting community development, sustainability and leaving a lasting legacy of positive world change...
This is an exciting opportunity for someone to build a career in fundraising and to make a huge impact on the lives of marginalised young people, as well as the growth of an amazing charity. We are looking for a Trainee Trusts & Grants Fundraiser to enhance our sustainable income generation. The post holder would be expected to work from the office or from home as agreed. They will need to attend regular meetings and participate in discussions with colleagues in the office. This is a new role as part of our future investment in fundraising. This investment will enhance our strategic and operational ambitions in line with our three-year plan.
Reporting ultimately to the Delivery and Development Manager you will be responsible for supporting with the development of our trust fundraising capability; that will include but not be limited to, investigating, researching and constructing applications for new funding. You must possess excellent communication skills, to ensure we demonstrate a strong case for support.
To be successful in this role, you will have experience and excellent capabilities in writing and undertaking research, with the ability to present information concisely to a wide range of audiences. You will have good communication and relationship development skills, and will be capable of working with a small, yet, dynamic team that are used to taking both initiative and responsibility.
During the first 6 - 12 months, the successful candidate will be expected to establish themselves in the new role and some early income generation will be anticipated from established strategies and contacts.
Post this establishment period, an annual fundraising target will be proposed and agreed with the Trustees. Trust and Grant Fundraiser is a key member of the Charity with responsibility for developing and delivering our fundraising strategies.
In particular, the post holder will take overall responsibility for:
- Self-motivated fundraising, achieving financial target on an exponential programme.
- Planning, delivering and supporting to develop the fundraising functions.
- Promoting effective collaborative team working and a culture of professionalism, learning and development.
The post starts at £18,000 per annum, with the opportunity to progress to Trust and Statutory Fundraiser, after six months earning £21,000 per annum.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
To meet ever growing demand for our services, myaware seeks to recruit a part time fundraiser to develop, organise and support income generation across South West England and South Wales.
The successful candidate will build on current income streams and proactively seek out new opportunities for fundraising through applying to local charitable trusts and grant making organisations, partnering local organisations, helping local supporters with their own fundraising activities and delivering community fundraising activities. There will also be the requirement to manage records and relationships through the CRM system in line with GDPR, therefore legislation necessitates a well organised and efficient individual with IT skills. This role is 2.5 days per week (18.75 hours).
To meet the needs of our supporters’ fundraising activities, events are often held during weekends and evenings and therefore flexible working hours are a necessity. The Regional Fundraiser will be home based within South West England and will work closely with support colleagues to identify, recruit and train fundraising volunteers. Own transport is essential for this role as travel throughout the South West of England will be required.
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter, including details of current salary by clicking 'Apply Online'.
Myaware is the only charity in the UK dedicated solely to the care and support of people affected by myasthenia. Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Title: Staff Writer/Editor
Reports to: Director of Operations
Location: London or Berlin preferred; remote possible
Hours: Part-time or full-time
BEYOND CARNISM
Beyond Carnism is a US-based, international organization dedicated to exposing and transforming carnism, the invisible belief system that conditions people to eat certain animals. Beyond Carnism is the first and only organization that focuses exclusively on carnism, making it a pioneering and landmark institution and a hub of international carnism-awareness activity.
Inspired by the writings of our founder and president Melanie Joy, our programs and campaigns are innovative and powerful, and have been proven to have a significant global impact. We are run by a committed, compassionate, and exceptionally talented team in the US and Europe.
Beyond Carnism is a young, vibrant organization with significant potential to grow our programs and increase our impact. We are also in the process of rebranding to incorporate a broader focus that includes social transformation, relational literacy (understanding healthy relational dynamics), and mindfulness. We are seeking a talented, dedicated, self-directed individual with a commitment to strategic thinking, animal rights, social justice, relational health, and personal integrity to join our team and help take Beyond Carnism to the next level.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Staff Writer/Editor will play a key role in helping to improve and grow Beyond Carnism’s communications and will work closely with Melanie Joy and our communications team. Tasks include creating powerful, sticky content to disseminate our key ideas among various channels; producing media reports; drafting press releases; editing Melanie Joy’s writing when needed; and helping develop and edit content for campaigns (videos, articles, etc.). The Staff Writer/Editor will also review and revise internal communications when necessary, to help ensure messaging is consistent and clear. The successful candidate will have excellent English written and spoken communication skills, and will have a background in professional (English) writing. They will also have a solid understanding of the animal rights movement as well as of the key concepts and values promoted by Beyond Carnism (e.g., carnism, effective vegan advocacy, and social justice). They will also be committed to the Beyond Carnism mission.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Write and edit content for all our platforms based on our materials
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Provide editorial support to Melanie Joy when needed
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Review and revise internal communications when necessary
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Work closely with communications team to develop and edit content for campaigns and social media
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
We are looking for a highly organized, action-oriented, self-directed individual who has a strong commitment to social justice, animal rights, relationality, mindfulness, effective altruism, and the mission of Beyond Carnism. The Staff Writer/Editor will embody the core values of Beyond Carnism and should also be able to work independently (without close oversight), and possess the following:
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A minimum of 5 years of experience in a writing, editorial, or communications role
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An excellent eye for, and commitment to, detail
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Exceptional English communication skills, both verbal and written
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Excellent editorial skills
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Thorough knowledge of carnism and the vegan movement; experience working in animal rights a plus
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Ability to work accurately and efficiently
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Ability to work on tight deadlines and effectively manage priorities
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Excellent organizational skills
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Willingness to take on different responsibilities and tasks as needed
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Understanding of and commitment to the principles of effective altruism
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Strong commitment to the mission and values of Beyond Carnism, including a commitment to intersectionality and a willingness to become literate about privilege and oppression
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Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders, including donors and board members
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Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds
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Excellent strategic and critical thinking skills
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Interest in mindfulness a plus
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.