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Leverage your fundraising, research and bid-writing skills and links through this flexible, part-time opportunity to help CPRE London improve green space access for Londoners!
About CPRE London
As part of the national network of CPRE, the Countryside Charity, CPRE London campaigns to save and promote green spaces in Greater London. Our vision is "a city with a network of green spaces which are accessible to all, rich in nature and playing a crucial role in responding to the climate emergency."
Reports to: DIrector of Operations, CPRE London.
What will you be doing?
- Drafting funding proposals, tailoring and submitting applications to grant providers
- Participating in developing fundraising strategy
- Researching potential funders, other income streams, including digital fundraising, sponsored events (focused on promoting climate-friendly actions)
- Collaborating on fundraising activites with the team, assisting with crowd funding initiatives, writing pitches, marketing media (depending on experience)
Time Commitment:
- ~ 7-15 hours/ week
- There is an option to come to the office on Tuesdays or Thursday, preferably on a weekly basis to help build a dynamic and cohesive team
- To be effective in your role, a minimum of 6 months' commitment is preferred
Essential (E) or Desirable(D) Skills / Experience. Please provide examples or evidence where possible.
- Significant experience of fundraising, bid writing (good descriptive writing skills), or marketing work (E)
- Persuasive communication skills (E)
- Good interpersonal skills, experience working with multiple stakeholders (E)
- Analytical research skills (E)
- Educated to at least degree level (E)
- Understanding and appreciation of environmental issues (D)
Benefits
- The use of your skills and experience to mobilise resources to help London move towards its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2030, strengthen biodiversity and to nurture the well being of nature and Londoners through improved access to quality green spaces
- The opportunity to meet like-minded people and enjoy being part of a team
- Our support to help you develop in your volunteering role and provide you with relevant training
- The opportunity to enhance your CV by developing additional new skills and gaining valuable experience
- The opportunity to become involved with events and workshops on a local and national level
- We will provide a reference for any future work or volunteering
- We provide out-of-pocket travel expenses
Please note online interviews have been scheduled for Tuesday 25th August (morning) please mention if you are unable to make that time.
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Our Vision is that by 2030 London has become a well-planned, climate resilient, nature rich city.
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About The Ootsider CIC
Hi, I’m John, the founder of The Ootsider. We are an West Lothian -based social enterprise on a mission to provide warmth, dignity, and comfort to those experiencing rough sleeping. Using a "buy one, give one" model, the profits from our premium, hand-made in Scotland outdoor robes directly fund the production of our bespoke, weather-proof, sleeping coats which we donate free to rough sleepers across the UK.
To help us scale our impact and protect more people from the harsh elements, we are looking for a superstar Volunteer Grant Writer & Fundraiser to join the team and help us secure vital funding.
Why You’ll Love Volunteering With Us
·Ultimate Flexibility: This role is 100% remote. Work from wherever you are comfortable, whenever suits you best.
·Low Time, High Impact: We’re looking for just 8 hours a month (approx. 2 hours a week). It easily fits around a full-time job, studies, or retirement.
·Direct, Tangible Impact: Every successful grant you write translates directly into more sleeping systems manufactured right here in Scotland and delivered to people who need them most. You will see the direct result of your hard work.
What You’ll Be Doing
Working directly with me, you will:
·Research Opportunities: Scout out trusts, foundations, and corporate grants that support homelessness, social enterprise growth, and Scottish community manufacturing.
·Craft Compelling Bids: Take The Ootsider’s proven impact story and weave it into persuasive, professional funding applications.
·Manage the Pipeline: Help keep a simple calendar of upcoming deadlines so we can plan our applications effectively.
What We’re Looking For
·A Passion for the Cause: You care about tackling homelessness and believe in the power of social enterprise.
·Strong Writing Skills: You can write clearly, persuasively, and concisely to meet strict word counts.
·Independence: You are comfortable working on your own initiative, managing your 8 hours a month effectively.
If this sounds like you, then please get in touch.
"Together we can achieve so much more". John
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