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The Role and the Team 

Blue Light Card Foundation is seeking an experienced Marketing Manager to design, develop, and manage integrated marketing strategies that drive new customer acquisition and enhance fundraising growth. As Marketing Manager, you’ll leverage your marketing expertise to create effective campaigns across multiple channels, optimise media planning, and ensure successful outcomes to support the Foundation's fundraising initiatives.  Your contributions will directly impact the Foundation’s growth and sustainability, enabling us to further our mission. 

The Blue Light Card Foundation gives a lifeline to those who give so much to keep us safe and healthy. We fund and deliver mental health and wellbeing support for the issues we know the community needs help with most – because as former police officers, military professionals and more, we've been on or supported the frontline. We understand.

What You’ll Do 

• Develop and manage the Foundation’s brand and creative strategy in conjunction with the CEO and Head of Fundraising 

• Oversee and administer marketing and communications for the Foundation, including annual plans, message development, campaigns, creative direction, target audiences, timelines, talking points, and other related issues 

• Spearhead the development, maintenance, and evaluation of marketing and communication materials, including annual reports, publications, videos, events, printed collateral, digital marketing, direct mailings, image development and design, research, and talking points 

• Manage the Foundation’s strategies to drive successful giving campaigns through corporate supporters, public annual giving vehicles, and special events, including mass participation or community fundraising events, to ensure fundraising goals are achieved 

• Develop, implement, and monitor project budgets, ensuring compliance with applicable fiscal restraints, analyse data, manage resources effectively, and adjust project budgets and activities to ensure strong fundraising results 

• Manage the Foundation website and social media channels, developing content and increasing followers to meet overall communication and marketing priorities 

• Oversee the communications for the Foundation’s donor stewardship programme for annual donors, first-time donors, and corporate partnerships 

• Manage in-person events, including fundraising events and brand awareness events. 

• Develop, implement, and monitor the communications plans for grant making, including post-award communications disseminating the impact of our work 

What You’ll Bring  

• Extensive experience in marketing strategy development and execution, particularly in integrated, multi-channel campaigns focused on customer acquisition and fundraising 

• Proven track record in managing brand identity and creative strategy, including the development of marketing materials such as annual reports, publications, and digital content 

• Demonstrated experience with digital marketing techniques, including social media management, SEO, email marketing, and online analytics 

• Experience in planning, executing, and evaluating marketing campaigns, including both organic and paid media strategies 

• Strong background in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with an emphasis on meeting deadlines and budget constraints 

• Ability to evaluate and interpret data to assess campaign performance and make informed decisions for future initiatives 

• Understanding of mass fundraising strategies and corporate partnerships 

• Experience in building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including donors, corporate partners, and community organisations 

• It would also be beneficial if you have experience in developing public relations materials and managing media relationships and third-party agencies or vendors to execute marketing strategies effectively 

Our Culture 

Blue Light Card Foundation culture is built around our members, who are at the heart of everything we do. Our people are integral to helping deliver life-enhancing local and national projects, through grants, to support the wellbeing of the incredible Blue Light community.

Blue Light Card Foundation allows us to go further in helping our members. We’re committed; we’re supportive; we empower, and we understand. Our values underpin our vision; working towards a future where every member of the Blue Light community, both past and present, feels empowered, supported and heard. 

We work as a team and try to have a bit of fun while we do it, and we recognise the importance of culture and the positive impact it can have on performance for you, the team, our organisation and our members. We believe in attracting the best talent no matter where you are. We promote hybrid working, but we value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices. How regular and in which office location depends on the role and team. We don't offer remote-only roles. 

What We Offer 

• Hybrid working and flexible hours 

• Free parking and EV charging onsite (chargeable) 

• 25 days plus public holidays and an additional day off for your birthday

• Great social events e.g., Christmas party, family fun day, summer party, sports matches 

• Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free coffee/tea/soft drinks/snacks)

• Onsite gym (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes)

• Learning and development opportunities

• Group auto-enrolment pension plan

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay

• Company funded private medical insurance

Department: Finance and Corporate Services directorate

Location: hybrid working – currently a minimum of two days per week in our Aldgate, London office

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours

Contract: Full time, permanent

Salary: £78,000 – £86,000 per annum

Closing date: Tuesday 12th November at 11.59pm

Annual Leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays pro rata)

Benefits:

• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay
• family-friendly policies
• 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS pension
• free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children
• 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
• free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash)
• access to wellbeing app (healthy living tips and Bright TV )
• flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more*
• learning and development committed (bespoke training, LinkedIn Learning etc)
• employee health and wellbeing committed (Menopause Friendly accreditation, Disability Confident employer etc)

Background:

Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime – either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both.

Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible.

Purpose of the job/About the role

Following a period of successful growth, we are investing in our people, technology, and infrastructure to better meet the changing needs of those we serve. To support this transformation, we are seeking a Deputy Director of IT who will lead in delivering a reliable, secure, and innovative IT environment that enhances the charity’s operations.

In this role, you will lead technical teams, manage projects, oversee IT infrastructure, and ensure that technology aligns with the charity’s strategic goals. You will play a vital role in advancing our digital capabilities, enabling efficient operations and supporting the expansion of our mission-driven activities.

As a strategic leader, you will contribute to the overall strategy for Finance and Corporate Services, offering insights and guidance. You will oversee the development and implementation of the overarching IT strategy, working closely with the Director to ensure alignment with the Directorate Strategy. In addition, you will lead in the creation and execution of the charity’s Data Strategy, empowering Dementia UK to effectively harness data into actionable goals with clear performance metrics.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders such as fundraising, clinical, finance and people teams to understand their IT needs and explore opportunities to enhance service delivery, fundraising, and donor engagement through technology. Your oversight of IT infrastructure will span servers, networks, cloud environments and data centers, ensuring reliable and secure operations while implementing best practices in security and data protection. You will also ensure that IT policies and procedures comply with industry standards, including GDPR, Charity Commission requirements, and data security guidelines.

To succeed in this role, you will have a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, along with extensive experience in senior IT management, with a focus on infrastructure, security, and project management. You will possess sound knowledge of IT governance, security, and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR) and have experience with cloud platforms, network infrastructure, and database management. Exceptional communication skills will be essential, enabling you to convey complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Join us now and be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.

Our Culture

In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to achieve their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.

Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equality, diversity and inclusion.

Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone, we aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.

By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK.

*Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs

When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice.

Senior Individual Giving Officer

Salary £30,000 - £34,000 per annum - subject to skills and experience 

Hours of work 37.5 hours a week over five days ((we welcome flexible working requests)

Base Hybrid working for the foreseeable future with regular attendance at least two days a week at one of our locations:

o Pears Building, Pond Street, London, NW3 2PP

o Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet, EN5 3DJ

o Chase Farm Hospital, 127 The Ridgeway, Enfield, EN2 8JL

To apply for this post, send your:

• CV (please include your last employer and dates of employment)
• Cover letter - please use your written statement to explain why you are keen to work at the Royal Free Charity and your suitability for the role as detailed in the role description. Please also consider when writing your statement that strong writing skills are important for this role.

Please note, that applications submitted without a cover letter may not be considered for this role.

Closing date for application: Monday 11th November 2024 12 noon.

Interview date: Tuesday 26th November 2024

Please kindly note that we may close the job advert before the closing date if we receive a large volume of applications.

• You must be eligible to work in the UK

The role

The Senior individual giving officer will report to the Senior individual giving manager.

Principal accountabilities / responsibilities

Fundraising

· Support fundraising activity across a wide range of programmes, including individual giving, legacy, in-memory and events fundraising

· Plan, execute, monitor and report on individual giving and legacy appeals, leading project groups with the support of the Senior Individual Giving Manager

· Optimise retention and increase supporter lifetime value through development of channel specific and donor-led effective welcome journeys,  and seamless supporter journeys.

· Use strong creative and copywriting skills to produce stand-out communications that elicit an emotional response and successfully solicit income

· In collaboration with the database team, analyse response data and feedback and use this to propose campaign optimisations and future campaign recommendations

· Manage and monitor own campaign budgets and results, reforecasting and providing detailed commentary and analysis

· Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure activity is delivered to agreed plans, budgets and deadlines

· Ensure individual giving integrates with the wider organisational calendar and that supporter communications support and align with key activities and goals

· Use our active channels to grow our lists and opt-in rates, increasing touchpoints with our supporters

· Oversee a testing programme for appeals and digital activity, constantly iterating and optimising to refine creative and segmentation over time,  sharing insight with the wider organisation to improve knowledge

· Conduct competitor analysis to learn and identify opportunities

· Manage working relationships with a range of external suppliers to fulfil our varied programme – including print, creative, face to face and postal agencies.

Charity systems and compliance

· Keep abreast of fundraising sector trends and how they can be applied to our work

· Adhere to all charity standards, policies and procedures

· Maintain a strong working knowledge of fundraising regulation

· Comply with the data protection regulations, ensuring that information on donors remains confidential.

Personal development and working relationships

· Build relationships across the charity and the Royal Free London, enabling own work and engaging with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities

· Take time for personal development, contribute to learning and ideas for the wider team

· Contribute to the charity’s strategic direction, a performance-driven culture, and good practice

· Deputise for the Senior Individual Giving Manager as appropriate

PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications

No specific qualifications are required for this role.

Experience

 Essential

· Not-for-profit fundraising experience

· An understanding of Individual Giving practices and techniques

· Project management experience

· Using data insight to inform marketing tactics

· Individual Giving/direct marketing experience managing offline and online appeals

Desirable

· Email platform experience eg, DotDigital/MailChimp

· Financial budgeting experience

· Raisers Edge or similar CRM system experience

Skills and Knowledge

· Autonomous worker with outstanding organisation and project management skills

· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to proactively build relationships

· Strong literacy skills with an excellent eye for detail

· Highly numerate with the ability to analyse large data

· Building supportive and trusting relationships

· Excellent communication skills both verbally and written

· Ability to contribute to a collaborative and agile team, enabling others to learn, deliver and celebrate successes

This job description is not exhaustive, and the role will include other tasks and responsibilities commensurate with the post and subject to change to meet legislative requirements.

 Benefits

Core benefits

· 25 days of paid holiday, plus three-day office closure rest period between Christmas and New Year, and UK bank holidays. This increases to 30 days leave after five completed years of continuous employment (all leave is pro rata for part time employees).

· A contributory pension scheme, where we match your 4% contribution towards your pension. If you choose to increase your payments into your pension scheme, we’ll match your contribution up to 9%.

· A sick pay package that offers one month’s full pay and one month’s half pay in any 12-month period if you’ve been with us for less than two years. This rises to two months’ full pay and two months’ half pay in any 12-month period after two years of continuous employment.

· Occupational maternity pay and paternity pay packages that provide more generous support than statutory pay alone.

· A flexible working policy to support our employees’ work/life balance.

Support for your financial wellbeing

· Expert financial advice from our financial partner, the London Credit Union

· Salary Sacrifice Scheme

· Savings on purchases with the Blue Light Card

· Our Death in Service benefit

Support for your health and wellbeing

· Subsidised gym, pool and classes at our Rec Club in Hampstead

· Secure bicycle parking and shower facilities at our Hampstead site

· Fortnightly guided meditation

· Free massage therapy from our complementary therapy team

· Menopause peer support group

· Employee Assistance Programme offering 24-hour access to free confidential advice and support on work and personal issues.

Fundraising department

Our dynamic fundraising department generated over £4 m in 22/23, and we are now preparing for an ambitious multimillion-pound campaign in support of a ground-breaking cancer centre on the site of the Royal Free Hospital. We pride ourselves on being a supporter focused and agile function, working at the heart of the charity to deliver impact for patients and staff across our hospitals. 

Responsible for attracting and retaining donors, and delivering an outstanding supporter experience, the fundraising department comprises two teams which work closely together to achieve our shared objectives: 

· Our Public Fundraising team harnesses the support and energy of individuals and groups, helping them to give back in the way that works for them. This includes committed giving, in memory support, gifts in wills, and fundraising events and challenges. Our database and supporter care teams sit within Public Fundraising, with their work underpinning and supporting the entire department. 

• Our Philanthropy and Campaigns team builds relationships with individual philanthropists, trusts, foundations, and corporate organisations which give, or have potential to give, £10,000 to the charity each year. They lead major appeal activity for the charity, currently focused on our exciting cancer campaign which is due to launch in 2025. 

Warwickshire and Solihull Community and Voluntary Action  

is recruiting a 

Networks and Representation Lead 

£28,235 per annum (£17,169.93 pro rata)

22.50 hours per week 

3 years Funding with Possibility of Extension 

Do you want to help raise the profile of the voluntary, community social enterprise and faith sector (VCFSE) in Solihull?  

We are seeking an individual who is committed to strengthening the voice of the VCFSE in local decision making. The successful candidate will help to ensure the VCFSE is represented and involved in key strategic boards and partnerships. They will provide opportunities for cross sector networking and engagement between the VCFSE and the public and private sector.

The successful candidate will understand the impact of the VCFSE and have experience of effective partnership working 

To apply for this role, you are required to hold a driving licence and have use of a car for work purposes. 

If you think you fit the brief for this exciting role,

download the Application pack fromour website - No CVs 

CAVA is an equal opportunities employer -

‘Putting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion into Practice’ 

WCAVA is a Registered Charity no. 1123402 and a Company Limited by Guarantee no. 06531268 

Closing date: Monday 18th November 2024, 09.00am 

Interview date: Friday 29th November 2024 

Creative Content Officer
Location: Flexible remote (with monthly meetings / team days at our office in Horsham, West Sussex) with a requirement to attend events in person
Salary: £28,000 per annum (FTE)
Level: Grade 4 and B
Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (to include Tuesday)
Contract: Permanent

Who is Born Free?

Born Free is a UK registered charity that works tirelessly to ensure that all wild animals, whether living in captivity or in the wild, are treated with compassion and respect, and are able to live their lives according to their needs. We oppose the exploitation of wild animals in captivity and campaign to keep them where they belong – in the wild.

About this opportunity

Are you excited about incredible content and the reaction it gets from an audience? Do you know what works, what doesn’t, and why? Do you thrive by creating engaging stories? Do you love the challenge of creating short form video content that engages audiences? Do you know how to harness and amplify a brand message to create authentic experiences and interactions with our community? 

We are looking to recruit a Creative Content Officer who can take our captivating stories, spanning nearly 40 years of conservation and wild animal welfare, and deliver them to today’s diverse audiences in exciting, creative and contemporary ways, engaging people of all ages.

Under the leadership of the Digital Marketing Lead, working alongside the Social Media Officer and with the support of the Communications Officer, you’ll create visual content, including video and graphics for the delivery of all Born Free’s digital channels, including – but not limited to –  fundraising appeals, adoption stories, stories from the field, including conservation and animal rescue and relocation, and news stories from the policy team working tirelessly to campaign for strengthened national and international legal protection for wildlife. 

You will have the incredible opportunity to translate our powerful narrative, outstanding achievements, and ambitious plans to all touchpoints on social, working directly with our programmatic and marketing teams and the Co-Founder. You'll build and grow our engagement and conversions by tailoring content to our different audiences.

The Creative Content Officer will need to have the energy and hands-on attitude to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment with strong focus on outstanding content, accuracy and performance. This role requires a truly collaborative approach, embracing all aspects of the Foundation’s overall work, and an understanding of how your work affects, and is affected by, the work of everyone around you.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Working under the direction of the Digital Marketing Lead, and collaboratively with the Social Media Officer, develop and create impactful and engaging visual content, with a focus on video and graphics, for our social media and digital marketing channels to grow our social media audiences
• Ensure content is adapted / suitable for specific channels / audiences and is in line with brand aesthetics and identity
• Manage multiple video projects simultaneously
• With the Head of Communications and PR, work with external freelance editors when required
• Identify consumer trends to help with planning social media campaigns.
• Analyse competitor activity and keep your pulse on the latest social media trends
• With the Social Media Officer, create a flexible, proactive and reactive content calendar for all social that enhances the broader programmatic, marketing and leadership plans.
• Ensure that the BFF’s brand is consistent across every platform
• Live and breathe our brand voice and style guides, and continue to develop them through content, alongside
• On occasion schedule content on Sprout Social and respond be on the rota for social media community management.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Strong filming and editing skills in Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Express and CapCut
• Lives and breathes video – thrives on creating content that genuinely connects with audiences.
• Inclusive, creative, courageous, discerning, curious, and devoted to Born Free, its Mission, and its followers.
• In tune with current trends
• Comprehensive, nuanced understanding of all social platforms, including emerging creative sensibility and a keen eye for look and feel
• Work with the Social Media Manager’s analysis of data to maximise engagement of visual content
• Highly-motivated self-starter; capable of working independently, yet collaboratively, within a fast-paced environment.
• Quick-thinking, agile, creative, hands-on, resilient, stress-tolerant, problem-solver.

Required Skills

• Adobe Creative Cloud including excellent skills in Premier Pro (After Effects a bonus)
• Ability to create engaging and highly visual content that tells a story and drives engagement, from our archive of video and photography, or filming on phone or DJI Osmo.
• A strong understanding of social media video strategies
• A genuine curiosity and interest in both current affairs, wildlife related news, and sector-wide developments.
• A solid understanding of the use of a range of social media platforms, particularly in relation to advertising/branding and customers.
• Knowledge and understanding of algorithms and search engine optimisation.
• Strong communication and people skills for articulating ideas to colleagues and the wider organisation.
• Excellent teamworking, collaboration and networking skills.

Further Information:

Note: This job description outlines the roles, duties, and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended to detail all specific tasks. Born Free reserves the right to alter the content of this job description to reflect the changing needs of the organisation but is a correct reflection of the main duties of the post at the time of writing. Please note this role will require working outside of normal working hours from time to time.

Our excellent benefits package includes opportunities for continuous professional learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, working from home with regular team meetings to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, wellbeing support, and a competitive pension.

The closing date for applications is 17.00 on Friday 1st November 2024.
Interviews will be scheduled to take place week commencing 11th November on Teams.

If you do not receive an invitation for an interview by the 8th November 2024 then you have unfortunately not been shortlisted. Thank you for your interest. 

Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Born Free is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We welcome requests for flexible working.

Born Free politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

CADA Development Officer (2303)

Concern Worldwide (UK) is looking for a CADA Development Officer to join on a fixed term, part time basis. This role is hosted by Concern UK but will work for CADA NI, of which Concern UK is a member. This role is supported through the UK Aid Alliance by funding from the from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).

About Concern Worldwide (UK):

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working toward the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Our mission is to transform the lives of people living in extreme poverty. We work with 25 million people each year, in some of the hardest-to-reach and most fragile places. Places prone to conflict, natural disasters, climate change, and extreme hunger.

About CADA:

CADA is the Coalition of Aid and Development Agencies in Northern Ireland (NI), with membership organisations ranging from large UK or Ireland-wide NGOs to smaller, more local NGOs. CADA’s vision is for a just and fair society, both globally and locally. It brings together people and organisations to inspire change and tackle global poverty. CADA works to promote sustainable development, social justice and a fairer society in both local and global contexts. CADA is the only membership body specifically for International NGOs in NI and provides a platform for members to present a united voice on key advocacy issues, such as climate change and implementation of the 2030 sector agenda.

About the role:

The Development Officer will play an important role in strengthening and expanding the network of Aid and Development Agencies in Northern Ireland. This post, funded by a three-year grant, will focus on fostering collaboration, inspiring change, and influencing policy within the Coalition. CADA’s Strategic Plan 2024- identified 3 areas of focus: Supporting and Developing the Network, Inspiring Change and Influencing Policy. This role will contribute to each of these areas through a variety of responsibilities as outlined below.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in being proactive, innovative, and skilled in both relationship building and strategic planning. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders. To succeed in this role, you will have knowledge of policy, advocacy or campaigns, and experience in working with governmental and non-governmental organisations.

Full details on the role and person specification can be found in the attached job description.

Benefits:

- 25 days’ annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees.
- Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
- Flexible hours and hybrid working
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Enhanced parental leave pay
- Stakeholder pension
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle scheme
- Life assurance
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Details of our benefits could be found on our website.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Concern Worldwide encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organization. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations and is committed to promoting equality.

About our office:

Our Belfast office is based in a listed building in a busy area close to lots of useful local amenities.

Staff are expected to come into their base office once per week or the monthly equivalent i.e. 4 times per month. Staff are also able to flex their start and finish times between the hours of 7am to 7pm daily.

To apply:

Please upload your CV and cover letter by 15th November 2024.

Concern reserves the right to close this role before the deadline.

All candidates who are short-listed for an interview will be notified via email after the application deadline

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application.

Conditions of Appointment:

This role is a fixed Term Contract, working 4 days and 28 hours per week. This role is subject to funding and will be set for a fixed term duration to start as soon as possible through to April 2027, when funding for the role will end.

Location: Belfast
Contract Type: Fixed Term Part Time
Salary: From £35,323

You may also have experience in the following: Digital Marketing Fundraising Manager, Marketing Strategist, Online Fundraising Manager, Digital Campaign Manager, Charity Marketing Specialist, Digital Engagement Manager, Fundraising Marketing Lead, Digital Communications Manager, Donor Engagement Specialist, etc.

REF-217 660

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly-organised individual with excellent attention to detail, to play an important role supporting the aims of the organisation. This post is a key role within Community Arts North West, working closely with CAN’s Executive Director, to ensure the smooth running of many aspects of the company’s business.

This includes responsibility for:

• Company Reporting: To lead on company reporting to CAN’s core funders.
• Database management: To manage CAN’s monitoring database and email marketing database, and implement their use.
• Governance: To support the administration of CAN’s Governance responsibilities (Board of Trustees and Board meetings).
• Office management: To manage the CAN Office.
• Company administration: To manage and implement CAN’s administration systems and responsibilities.
• Operational support: To support the operational running of the company.

An exciting position has arisen for a Senior Events Officer to join a renowned London based Charity supporting people with terminal illnesses

The successful post holder will be responsible for the driving of events through the development and delivery of the annual calendar for the Charity

Job Responsibilities:

• With support from the Community & Events Manager, organise and lead on the successful delivery of the annual hospice fundraising event programme
• Research, plan and implement new events to diversify the annual programme
• Proactively seek and maintain new relationships to enhance our events
• Conduct presentations and hospice tours to engage supporters and partners
• Prepare feasibility studies, budget and action plans for all events
• Undertake post event data analysis and evaluation for every event, reporting against KPIs, income breakdown, costs against budget

Person Specification:

• Understanding and enthusiasm towards charity fundraising events
• Considerable experience of event management to recruit, engage, inspire and retain supporters
• Excellent time management and organisation skills, working to deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a fluent writing style and the ability to communicate effectively in a wide range of media and audiences
• The ability to be a proactive self-starter and to use initiative to resolve problems and create solutions to improve results

Agency reference number: J84507
Location: South East London
Salary: £29,000 - £37,500 per annum
Working hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Working pattern: Flexible Hybrid/Remote

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted, so please get your applications in early to avoid missing out!

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

This role is offered on a 12 month fixed-term contract

Fantastic relationship management is fundamental to Parkinson’s UK delivering the impact we want to see for people affected by Parkinson's. As our next Philanthropy Manager, you would focus on raising £10k-£100k+ gifts. You will become part of a collaborative, supportive and positive team and have the opportunity to grow in the role so that we can help you to achieve what you want next in your career. We champion regular learning to develop our skills as face-to-face relationship fundraisers and you will be supported by your line-manager and peers to feel confident with external activity and to try out new ideas. 

It is a really exciting time to join as we enter the private phase of Parkinson’s UK’s £12m Nurse Appeal, and grow our philanthropic income for our research and the Parkinson’s Virtual Biotech, our international drug discovery programmes. 

What you’ll do

• Identify, cultivate and manage relationships with a pipeline of donors and prospects 
• Deliver pipeline activity and income targets
• Secure and deliver a high volume of donor/prospect in-person touchpoints, involving Parkinson’s UK senior leadership in key relationships 
• Deliver first-class stewardship by maximising engagement opportunities within our stewardship programme
• Manage the day-to-day activity of our fundraising board and secure new gifts through their networks
• Work with our Nurse Appeal senior volunteer donors to build your pipeline
• Lead on prospecting projects, collaborating with the prospect research and wider colleagues across the charity 

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrable experience of successful major donor fundraising
• A strong track record of building successful relationships with major donors through one-to-one meetings, phone calls, communications, events and bespoke cultivation 
• Excellent verbal presentation and persuasive writing skills 
• The confidence to influence, negotiate and inspire stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally 
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a diverse workload with appropriate time management, planning and prioritisation
• Ability to proactively identify, qualify and generate new prospects 
• Interest in learning about Parkinson’s UK’s strategy and developing an understanding and empathy with the Parkinson’s community

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description 

Whilst this is advertised as a full-time position, we are committed to being flexible in our roles and would consider part-time working and compressed hours. Please specify in your supporting statement if you are interested in a specific working pattern.

Interviews for this role will be held w/c 11 November. Successful candidates may be invited to a second stage interview. 

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

About Us

Green Alliance is an independent think tank and charity focused on ambitious leadership for the environment. Since 1979, we have been working with the most influential leaders in business, NGOs and politics to accelerate political action and create transformative policy for a green and prosperous UK.

We are focused on ensuring the UK government rises to the significant environmental leadership challenges of our age and, in doing so, reaps the social and economic benefits that come from an effective UK response to the climate and nature crises.

The Role

In this period of a new government, we have an ambitious programme of events planned under our Political Leadership theme and we are recruiting an events assistant to join us for one year to support the additional work anticipated, as well as assist on Green Alliance’s other core events. This work will significantly involve varied activity under our new one year training programme for the environment sector, Project Boost, which includes retreats, workshops and panel discussions.

You will be an enthusiastic individual who wants to develop their experience in events management. In the early stages of your career, you will be keen to learn and develop skills across a range of event formats.

You will need good interpersonal skills and attention to detail, helping us to maintain our high brand values and reputation amongst senior audiences for excellent, smoothly run, ‘must attend’ events. You will work across teams and will be someone who enjoys multi-tasking and managing a varied workload, at times in a fast paced environment.

Position in the organisation

This role is part of Green Alliance’s communications team. The communications team includes the head of communications, events and engagement manager, the senior press officer, and the communications officer. The events assistant will report to the events and engagement manager and work closely with the politics team.

Key tasks and responsibilities

Event assistance

− Help with logistics and administration in advance of events, including badge making, researching venues, invitation tracking and document circulation.

− Assist in gathering and compiling details for speaker briefings.

− Organise important logistics such as organising event materials, printing and travel.

− Assist onsite at events, for example with registration, venue liaison and managing Q&A mics.

Contact management assistance

− Assist with uploading attendee information to the database.

− Assist with database management, keeping contact lists regularly updated.

Other

− Participate in all-staff planning and training sessions.

− Any task which may be reasonably requested to be undertaken within the scope of this post.

Person specification

Knowledge & experience

Essential:

− Previous experience in assisting on events.

− Excellent multi-tasking skills and experience with managing a varied workload

− A high standard of written English.

− An understanding of good communications principles.

− Excellent interpersonal skills.

− Excellent attention to detail.

− Ability to act on own initiative and exercise sound judgment.

− Good organisational skills and time management.

− Flexible team worker.

Desirable:

− Interest in and understanding of environmental issues.

− Experience of working in an office.

Senior Peer Support Development Officer – North West

About Kinship:

Kinship is the leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We offer kinship carers financial, legal, practical and emotional support and understanding from the moment they need it, for as long as they need it. Our expert advice, information and guidance helps with complicated and stressful decisions that so many kinship families have to make. We are always there to support them through challenging times and celebrate the good. 

Kinship carers are strong and determined. Together, they are powerful. We help them build communities of support and action by connecting families locally and across England and Wales. 

We are at the heart of kinship networks, partnering with and influencing service providers, local and national government and other organisations. We give everything we have to fight for each family and their rights, changing society until every kinship family is recognised, valued and supported. 

Kinship care often begins in crisis. A child has parents who are unable to care for them, for whatever reason. It can be frightening, confusing and heart-breaking.

Instinctively, a loved one steps in – a grandparent, brother, sister, aunt, uncle or family friend. They are now a kinship carer, bringing up the children they love. There is often no chance to prepare. Plans may be pushed aside. Relationships, jobs and savings are frequently sacrificed.

It is life changing and challenging raising children who have been hurt or neglected, but kinship carers do it anyway because they put the children first. We know how hard life can be for kinship carers, but we have seen the amazing things they are capable of, with someone by their side. With the right support, children raised in kinship families can flourish. 

That is why we support, connect and campaign – to keep kinship families stronger by keeping them together.

About the Team

The Peer Support and Community team at Kinship is dedicated to enhancing the lives of kinship carers across England and Wales by delivering the first national peer support service. With a focus on building and sustaining networks of peer support groups, the team aims to empower kinship carers through access to resources, training, and development opportunities.

By fostering connections within local, regional, and national ecosystems, the team plays a vital role in ensuring that every kinship carer has access to a supportive community.

As part of our commitment to growth and impact, the team develops innovative approaches to peer support, creating an inclusive environment where kinship carers can share experiences and access essential services. We prioritize collaboration across various departments, ensuring that support group leaders receive high-quality advice and training, facilitating their sustainability and effectiveness. This integrated approach also includes alignment with national and local campaigning efforts to further engage and support the kinship carer community.

In line with our strategic focus on cultivating a vibrant Kinship Community of over 10,000 carers, the team leads initiatives aimed at enhancing community connection and empowering kinship families. By developing a robust model of community engagement that encompasses both in-person and digital services, the team aims to amplify the voices of kinship carers, enabling them to effect meaningful change in their lives and communities.

 About the role

This role is community-based and focuses on engaging kinship carers, bringing them together to form Peer Support Groups, and supporting them to achieve independence at which point they will receive ongoing support from our national Hub. You will do this by working with local authorities, schools, other charities and community groups. Arranging information events such as coffee mornings to engage kinship carers. You’ll create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive community for kinship carers, building belonging, resilience, and empowerment. Funded by the Department of Education, the National Peer Support Service is a game-changing service that creates a sustainable and life-changing legacy. It builds on Kinship’s 10 years of experience in developing peer support groups and two years of delivering a national service that has set up 145 new groups.

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking an individual located in or around Greater Manchester, and willing to travel across the North West of England who possesses the drive, passion, and skills to:

· Establish new Peer Support Groups across a diverse range of communities

· Supervise a small team of Peer Support Development Officers

· Demonstrate the energy and enthusiasm required to inspire yourself and your team to achieve key targets and objectives

· Work collaboratively within the Peer Support and Community Team, as well as throughout the broader organisation, to ensure the delivery of safe and effective support services for the kinship community.

· Maintain current Peer Support Groups, taking the lead from the national Hub.

· Maintain accurate records that are used to populate reports, identify learning and share key insights across Kinship that allow the organisation to continuously improve our services and products.

In the role of Senior Peer Support Officer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, consistent, and sustainable peer support service that has a significant impact on the lives of kinship carers.

You should have experience in developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with various community-based stakeholders such as local authorities, health services, schools, charities, and kinship carers. You will need to understand the key success factors involved in establishing and developing new in-person groups in areas of high need, as well as how to support existing groups in their journey towards sustainability.

As a practical thinker, you will work creatively to identify stakeholders and assets in areas of high need. You will build local connections and bring together kinship carers across the region, empowering them to build resilient and robust peer support communities.

You will be confident in building relationships that generate referrals from external stakeholders and in contacting kinship carers directly to secure engagement with local coffee mornings, community, and training events that will help kick start a thriving peer support group.

As you establish new groups, you will provide training to help them lead their groups effectively, and develop their group culture, resilience, and skills to function independently while offering reassurance and support to empower them.

You will be an inspirational and energetic team leader with experience in providing day-to-day line management and operational support for a small team.

We are ideally looking for candidates based in or around Greater Manchester but willing to work initially across the whole of the North West. This role may involve working to establish groups in West Yorkshire and into North Staffordshire.

A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are essential, as this role may require travel across London and its periphery to reach areas in need of dedicated support.

Key responsibilities: 

Service delivery:

• In person (face-to-face) strategic outreach into local and regional communities including setting up and attending local engagement events.
• Work creatively to set up and develop new sustainable in peer support groups, attending up to six sessions in person (if needed) before transition to self-sufficiency.  Existing groups that are at risk, closed or need support will need replacing or rejuvenating to maintain DfE service level agreements across the team, in addition to new groups. 
• Recruit and retain support group leaders to develop their peer support groups.
• Deliver training to support group leaders (group roles and responsibilities, safeguarding, setting up, running and promoting a group).
• Develop strong boundaries and positive relationships with support group leaders – building resilience, empowerment and community.
• Support established groups in your area to access support group leader networks and training (this includes visiting groups in person) to build a peer community. 
• Help develop and deliver a service blueprint for sustainable peer support groups, thinking strategically about how to develop groups.
• You'll collaborate closely with the ‘Hub’ team to provide a joined up and positive user experience for kinship carers. This collaborative approach is key to our success and ensures that kinship carers receive the best possible support.
• Manage special interest groups and regional online groups as required, transitioning to ‘Hub’ team for sustainability and work with partners. 

Service quality, development and data management:

• Accurately record all recruitment, contact information and volunteer case management in Salesforce in line with service framework and data protection requirements.
• Ensure accurate data entry in Salesforce to support service performance, evaluation and learning.
• Provide regular reports to ensure targets and SLA are met for the service.
• Support continuous development and improvement of the service (new systems and processes) as required.

Management and supervision: 

• Inspire, motivate and be responsible for day-to-day line management and supervising up to 4 staff members
• Oversee tactical development of new sustainable groups in your area and your team.
• Help set clear objectives to achieve targets and outcomes.
• Actively encourage personal development and learning.
• Increase efficiencies and impact across the team.
• Ensure good team induction processes and systems are in place.
• Role model Kinship values. 

Team culture:

• Act in the best interest of Kinship and the families we support.
• Maintain and contribute up to date understanding of kinship care.
• Deliver effective administration with attention to detail and keeping to deadlines.
• Identify and contribute to appropriate case studies to demonstrate the impact of Kinship services and contribute to policy and campaigns work.
• Actively contribute to delivering and evidencing a high performing service.
• Take responsibility for your ongoing continued professional development.
• Work in line with the Kinship values.

 Knowledge, abilities, skills and experience (person spec):

 Essential: 

• Experience of team leadership or line management and supervision of a small team and managing performance to deliver targets effectively.
• Proven experience in reaching and establishing strong relationships with hidden or underserved communities in person.
•  Experience developing peer support communities.
• Proven experience of recruiting, managing, training and supporting volunteers in community settings with an emphasis on understanding and working with vulnerable volunteers. 
• Proven experience of ensuring outcomes and impacts of services is evidenced through high-quality data collection. 
• Evidence of delivering training/support to volunteers,
• Strong facilitation skills and essential experience of peer support or user led groups with charity beneficiaries. 
• Understanding of safeguarding particularly around vulnerable families. 
• Excellent communication and engagement skills, with good attention to detail.
• Full driving licence and use of a car for work purposes.

 Desirable:

· Lived experience of kinship care.

· Understanding of children’s social care.

· Digital community building (Facebook / WhatsApp etc).

· Full, clean driving licence/own car.

 General characteristics and attributes:

· Flexible and willing to travel for work across England and Wales.

· Drive and have access to a vehicle.

· Commitment to the values, aims and objectives of Kinship.

· A real commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion within your role and a respectful approach to working with people from a range of backgrounds.

· Good standard of written and spoken English.

· Permission to work in the UK.

· Able to remain focused on the primary task of establishing new peer support groups, ensuring that more kinship carers have access to high-quality peer support.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion 

Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion.  We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams.  We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work. We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us. 

Candidate Application Information

Please refer to the Job Description for this role to check that you meet the criteria necessary for the job. Closing date and interview details:

Closing date: 1 November 2024 12:00 pm

Interviews:  1st Interview Week Commencing 4 November

2nd Interview Week Commencing 11 November

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the stated deadline.

We will guarantee interviews to any candidates with experience of kinship care (either of being in kinship care or of being a kinship carer) who demonstrate they meet the essential skills and experience outlined.

Please tell us if there are any reasonable adjustments, we can make to assist you in your application. If you have a disability, which you would like us to consider, please tell us about this when you apply.  Please let us know if we can help and remember that you can request information in large print or in a different format. 

Role Title:  Senior Private Sector Partnerships Specialist

Salary:  Band D -Up to £49,267

Location: London/Chard, Somerset 

Tenure:  Fixed-Term 1 year

   

ActionAid UK is a member of the ActionAid Federation, an international charity that works with women and girls living in poverty.    As part of the ActionAid Federation, we work with women and girls, our partners, and dedicated staff in 43 countries to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want.   

   

Are you a keen advocate of women and girls’ rights in emergencies? 

Do you have knowledge and experience of developing and delivering partnerships to promote gender equality in complex international supply chains? 

Are you a skilled communicator with a proven ability to articulate complex issues in a compelling and persuasive manner, are you looking for a role where you can use your communication & writing skills to adapt to a range of different communications? 

Do you have the partnering, negotiation and facilitation skills to enable co-creation and greater collaboration across organisations and teams? 

Then we'd love to hear from you! 

We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a Senior Private Sector Partnerships Specialist. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on strategic programmatic partnerships with businesses that are committed to addressing gendered human rights and environmental issues. You will play a crucial role in securing six and seven-figure partnerships with corporate and charity organisations, with a focus on the tea and related agricultural supply chains. As a leading international development charity, we are committed to working towards a world where all women and girls can live free from poverty and violence. We are looking for someone who shares our values and is passionate about making a difference.
 

As a Senior Private Sector Partnerships Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of stakeholders, including our Executive Leadership Team, Policy and Practice team, and Global Secretariat. You will also have the chance to collaborate with external partners, such as ethical trade, human rights, and responsible business specialists, as well as senior decision-makers within the private sector, industry associations, and business lobby groups. In this role, you will have the chance to use your excellent networking and influencing skills to build strong relationships both internally and externally. You will also have the opportunity to develop your digital skills and knowledge within our supportive working environment. Additionally, you will have the chance to travel to the countries we work with and work on programs addressing serious human rights abuses, including gender-based violence.
 

We are looking for someone who is committed to our vision, mission, and values.

Some  Key Responsibilities of the role includes (not limited to-please refer to the JD for full details):

- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with corporate partners, securing six and seven-figure partnerships

- Understanding  and stay up-to-date on trends in private sector sustainability and (Environmental social and governance) ESG objectives, with a specific focus on gender and human rights.

- Utilise knowledge of global sustainability trends to inform partnership engagement approach

- Negotiate complex high-value contracts with private sector partners that align with ActionAid's mission and values

- Collaborate with fundraising, programmes, and advocacy teams to support and further ActionAid's work

- Willingness to travel internationally and work on programmes addressing serious human rights abuses, including gender-based violence .

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be asked to participate in criminal records checks at the point of offer. 

   

Additional Information: 

Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging: 

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are key to our organisational culture.  We are on a journey to become not only an anti-racist organisation but one that proudly celebrates the diversity of all applicants and employees.  We look forward to you bringing your full self to work, proudly sharing your unique perspective and helping us to shape our combined future. We especially welcome applications from those from underrepresented/marginalised communities. 

AAUK is a disability Confident Committed organisation and as such any candidate that declares a disability will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria for the role. 

Referencing and Safeguarding: 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include safeguarding, criminal records and terrorism finance checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures. 

ActionAid UK is committed to preventing any form of sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse (including child abuse and adult at-risk abuse) and responding robustly when these harms take place. We expect all ActionAid UK Staff and ActionAid UK Representatives to share this commitment. We will not tolerate our Staff or other representatives carrying out any form of sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse towards anyone we come into contact with through our work. 

Working practices: 

ActionAid is committed to supporting flexible working. If you would like to discuss flexible working options, including the possibility of a job share for this role, there will be space to do so during the interview process.   

ActionAid UK has a hybrid working policy for many of our roles.  The requirement will vary from team to team and the responsibilities of individual roles.  As a minimum, all colleagues are expected to attend the office 12 days per year, plus additional time for induction, training, and “Company Connection days.”  Some roles may require in-office attendance on all days and if so, these will clearly be marked as in-office roles.   

Please note that ActionAid UK does not offer fully remote working options.  We encourage you to discuss hybrid working expectations at interview. 

Recruitment Processes: 

Please note that ActionAid UK may review, shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date so we encourage all candidates to apply as soon as possible.   

If we receive a very high response, we may close the vacancy early and will not accept further submissions.  

Job Description Finance Officer

Imago Dei is a small but growing charity that works with women in prison and once they leave prison. We are seeking a part-time Finance Officer to aid our growth, the role can be a hybrid working role incorporating some office working, and in-person attendance at staff meetings and staff days. 

We are looking for a team member that will be able to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the finances of Imago Dei using QuickBooks and associated applications.  To ensure, alongside the accountant, that the charity remains compliant with all statutory financial regulations that apply to it and any subsidiaries and coordinating the preparation of data to meet reporting requirements.  Streamlining processes and systems.

The role will require someone who can work flexibly and independently, with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate must be comfortable using accounting software and be confident and able to adapt their skills to meet the requirements of an organization, in a period of rapid growth and change.

Main duties:

The role includes but is not limited to:

1. To be responsible for accurate data input and analysis using accounting software and other commercial systems

2. Processing transactions including purchase ledger, sales ledger, nominal ledger, payroll journals, general journals, bank posting; and helping resolve any other related issues

3. Complete bank reconciliations, petty cash reconciliations, cash flow analysis and reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts on a monthly basis

4. Monitor and process expenses and co-ordinate the management of company cards

5. Co-ordinate cash management and banking, including thanking donors

6. Running payroll, processing pensions and resolving related issues and the issuing of associated notices and documents

7. Assist in the preparation of accruals, prepayments, and other relevant journals to produce management accounts

8. Working closely with Head of Fundraising in processing and monitoring grants, donations and gift aid claims, and support non-financial managers with associated processes and documentation

9. Work with the Head of Fundraising and CEO in the setting and monitoring of budgets and assist non-financial managers in interpreting, preparing, and monitoring related information

10.  Support and train Budget Holders and other staff in using financial information, systems and tools, and work with managers to resolve more complex issues and develop appropriate financial systems

11. Attend meetings and liaise with colleagues as required

12. Attend staff meetings and training relevant to the role

13. Comply with all relevant Health & Safety, Safeguarding, DEI and GDPR Guidelines

14.  Work with colleagues to actively promote the work of the charity and participate in fundraising

15. Ensure compliance with internal quality assurance standards

16. Uphold and promote the Mission and Values of the Charity

17. Undertake any such appropriate duties as directed by the charity from time to time.

Essential Skills and Experience

Proven ability to support a significant finance function

An appropriate financial qualification

An understanding of, and interest in women in the Criminal Justice System, their situations, and the opportunities they may want and/or need

Experience of financial administration in the charity sector

Experience of working with QuickBooks

Experience of Petty Cash management

Excellent computer skills including using main Microsoft packages as well as experience of remote working and related systems

Experience of payroll administration including Sage Payroll

Experience of supporting the preparation of organisational budgets and cash flow management

The ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as the ability to work alone

Good interpersonal skills

Good communication skills (verbal and written)

Sound understanding of the differing requirements of management accounts and statutory accounts particularly in a charity setting

Highly organised and methodical

The proven ability to maintain resilience and optimism in the face of challenges and changing priorities and circumstances

Ability to travel on occasion to different 

locations

Excellent understanding of GDPR requirements and Data Protection

Understanding of and adherence to organisational Code of Conduct, supporting positive change across the charity.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Experience of working with EPOS or similar commercial systems

Experience of using digital tools to modernise a finance function

Excellent communication skills with the ability to coach and support non-financial staff in developing their financial skills.

JOB DETAILS & BENEFITS:

Hours: 26.25 hrs hours per week (3.5 days a week)

Salary: £25,000 per year pro rata

Holiday: 28 days per year pro rata plus bank holidays

Reporting to:  Head of Fundraising

Location: Office-based in East Grinstead, hybrid working options possible.

The benefits of working with Imago Dei:

· Generous leave allowance

· Flexible working options

· Additional days leave for your birthday when it falls on a working day

· Regular Rest & Refresh Days

· Staff Training

· Quarterly Team Days

· Fantastic company culture.

We are seeking to recruit a Finance Officer as soon as possible.The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 1st November 2024. Interviews on Wednesday 13 November 2024 in East Grinstead.

All job offers are subject to satisfactory references, right to work and DBS checks.

Imago Dei is a Christian organization, and applicants must be sympathetic to the Christian faith. However, Imago Dei welcomes and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or criminal record.

As an organization, we are committed to growing the diversity of our team and seek to be representative of those we are supporting, so we would especially like to hear from applicants who are from racially minoritised groups in the UK.

Fundraising Officer

We are seeking a proactive Fundraising Officer to secure income from trusts and grants as well as support with corporate partnerships and generate vital income for a charity that is committed to making life better for people and communities facing challenges in Shropshire.

Position: Fundraising Officer

Salary: £28,282 per annum (pro-rata for 22.5 hours)

Location: Shrewsbury (Hybrid working available)

Hours: 22.5 hours per week (flexible)

Closing Date: Wednesday 20th November 2024

About the Role:

As Fundraising Officer, you will work closely with the Fundraising Development Manager to drive trusts and grants income, corporate income and support other income-generating initiatives. Your role will focus on identifying appropriate trusts and grants to apply to in line with Community Resource’s mission and values alongside supporting the Fundraising Development Manager with corporate income generation to secure sustainable funding for projects. Additionally, you will assist with wider fundraising initiatives, ensuring the charity maintains a balanced and diverse income portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and develop grant and trust funding applications to diversify income sources
• Support with corporate partnerships to secure income
• Engage with high-value donors and corporate supporters
• Track and report on income, ensuring alignment with organisational goals
• Maintain strong relationships with funders and corporate partners, ensuring accountability and engagement

About You:

You will be an enthusiastic fundraising professional with experience in developing corporate partnerships and securing funding. Your communication and organisational skills will be excellent, allowing you to engage and manage long-term relationships with funders effectively. With a strong understanding of corporate social responsibility and a proactive approach, you will be well-equipped to help drive fundraising activities forward.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Experience in corporate fundraising, grants, and trust applications
• Proven relationship management and proposal-writing abilities
• Knowledge of the charity sector and corporate social responsibility trends
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

About the Organisation:

You will be working for a Shropshire-based charity dedicated to supporting underrepresented individuals and communities. They work to bring about positive change through innovative and inclusive programmes. Join the team and contribute to a mission-focused organisation that values collaboration, dedication, and impact.

Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Corporate Partnerships Officer, Trusts and Grants Officer, Development Officer, Philanthropy Officer, Community Fundraiser, etc.