Fundraising Officer Jobs

Salary Range: £31,505 per annum

Start Date: As soon as possible

Duration of Contract: Permanent

Location: Fauna & Flora, Cambridge.

Current policy offers partial remote working with the UK

Founded in 1903, Fauna & Flora International (FFI) is the world’s longest established international conservation organisation. Our vision is to create a sustainable future for the planet where biodiversity is conserved by the people living closest to it. We aim to do this through the conservation of threatened species and ecosystems worldwide, choosing solutions that are sustainable, based on sound science and take account of human needs. We have become a trusted entity in the world of conservation. Today FFI is active in over 40 countries.

This is an exciting time to join Fauna & Flora’s digital marketing team as we build on our recent successes in generating vital support through digital channels.

As our Digital Marketing Officer, you will play a crucial role in delivering effective digital campaigns that raise funds, increase donor acquisition, and amplify our conservation mission. You will work across our entire digital marketing mix, including Meta ads, google ads and email marketing, and lend creative support to our offline marketing team members when required.

Your day-to-day will be dynamic and creative, as you collaborate closely with the Digital Marketing Manager to develop engaging content, from thoughtfully crafted email newsletters to compelling video assets, all with the aim of achieving our fundraising goals. With a keen focus on creative production, you will help ensure our messaging reaches and resonates with both existing supporters and new audiences across various digital platforms.

We are seeking an ambitious individual with digital marketing expertise and a dedication to Fauna & Flora’s mission. In return, you will find a collaborative and ambitious environment within a global organisation at the forefront of conservation. We also offer a competitive benefits package, including a generous pension contribution, annual leave, and life insurance.

Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre, and a host of cafés and restaurants.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 17 November 2024. Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing Monday, 25 November 2024.

Who we are

Galapagos Conservation Trust (GCT) is the only UK registered charity to focus exclusively on supporting the conservation and sustainability of the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Our programmes respond to major threats to the Islands and the surrounding marine reserve including pollution, invasive species, overfishing and climate change. We take a ‘science to solutions’ approach, ensuring our programmes are based on robust science and result in solutions being implemented. We work in collaboration with an ecosystem of partners, taking a ‘grassroots to Government’ approach to ensure conservation solutions are co-designed, accepted, and effective.

Role Description

Our membership community are the lifeblood of GCT, representing a passionate group primarily based in the UK, inspired by the magic of Galapagos. Through their membership donations, this community provides a critical stream of income, protecting this special place long after people visit and represent our best advocates for protecting Galapagos into the future. We are seeking a special individual who can help us reach more of this UK audience and catalyse a growth in new supporter recruitment. At GCT, we truly believe that regenerative tourism can be part of the solution for conservation and this role will also drive stronger connections with tourism businesses and other targeted corporates to grow GCT’s income, donor recruitment opportunities and also to disseminate messaging to influence more sustainable practices in the Galapagos tourism industry.

Reporting to the CEO, the Membership & Regenerative Tourism Manager will drive the development and implementation of three key GCT strategies: Membership, Corporate fundraising & Regenerative Tourism. The role will line manage the Individual Giving Fundraiser who is responsible for managing GCT’s contact database and membership/corporate fundraising administration.

What you’ll deliver:

Membership

· Working with the Individual Giving Fundraiser you will oversee a growth in GCT’s membership (targets to be agreed upon appointment) whilst ensuring our strong record of supporter retention is maintained, ensuring our members feel a valued part of protecting Galapagos.

· Working with the Individual Giving Fundraiser and Communications team, you will develop and deliver high quality communications to members and tourism contacts, growing recruitment and ongoing engagement.

· Working with the Individual Giving Fundraiser you will manage GCT’s contact database (CRM) and will refine GCT’s membership, supporter and corporate data tracking processes, reporting monthly and quarterly indicators to the Senior Leadership Team and Board.

· You will ensure robust administration of membership, supporter and corporate income, with an ‘all-hands-on-deck’ attitude during busy income processing times.

· You will lead promotional activities for legacy gifts, stewarding legacy pledgers.

· You will support the Senior Philanthropy Manager in donor relationship management, ensuring a strong donor journey at all levels.

· You will provide strategic input to the CEO for ongoing membership, tourism and corporate fundraising strategy delivery and development.

Corporate Partnerships

· Working with the CEO and Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will review and relaunch GCT’s corporate membership/ sponsorship scheme in 2025 linking with GCT’s 30th Anniversary.

· Working with the Senior Leadership Team you will support the development and implementation of GCT’s first Galapagos Regenerative Tourism Partner initiative (aiming to generate c. £50K per year towards regenerative tourism work).

· You will continue recruitment and cultivation of GCT’s corporate partners from the travel industry and other industries, ensuring partnership deliverables and income targets are met.

· You will support the Senior Philanthropy Manager with logistics, promotion and fundraising strategies for the GCT cruises.

Regenerative Tourism

· You will stay informed of tourism news from Galapagos and trends for UK tourists including attending relevant networking events, updating the wider GCT team on a quarterly basis.

· Support GCT’s position on the Galapagos Regenerative Tourism Working Group.

· Ensure opportunities to share regenerative tourism messaging are optimised to increase industry uptake of biodiversity and local community positive solutions.

General

· Stay informed of existing and new fundraising legislation and guidance from the Fundraising Regulator, keeping the Senior Leadership Team updated of any changes.

· Support for GCT events such as our annual Galapagos Day.

· Ensure GCT’s fundraising and contact data management policies are kept up to date and implemented across the organisation.

· To support other team members as required at busy times.

About You: Person Specification

Who we are looking for:

· An enthusiastic and experienced fundraiser with a true passion for the natural world, keen to drive ambitious strategies to grow our impact.

· An experienced community cultivator and relationship builder, supporting thriving networks of contacts.

· An excellent communicator with experience of customer communications, confident at networking, representing the organisation and recruiting new supporters.

· A highly organised, target driven and goal orientated individual who has strong experience of motivating others and managing happy, productive teams.

· A self-starter who will be responsive to the changing demands of a growing organisation and is willing to drive change within the organisation and challenge current processes where appropriate

Work Experience & Skills Required:

o Experience delivering six figure annual income targets.

o A demonstrable track record in membership management and/or corporate fundraising.

o Skilled networker with proven ability to develop and cultivate new relationships and steward existing ones.

o Highly organised with the ability to plan, prioritise and deliver to tight timeframes.

o Strong finance/budget planning experience with ability to track targets, RoI and KPIs.

o Excellent written and verbal communications skills, experience in best practice customer service.

o High digital literacy, confident in a variety of softwares (e.g. Excel and other Microsoft Office programmes, databases and CRM systems).

o Excellent team management skills with evidence of supporting others to achieve their potential, experience in training others desirable.

Desirable:

o Experience working in the charity sector and particularly in environment/conservation or the tourism sector will be an advantage.

o Evidence of fundraising and/or marketing skills e.g. a qualification or training course is desirable.

o Spanish language ability is an advantage but not critical to this role.

o Confidence in public speaking to a variety of audiences and experience facilitating workshops is beneficial.

Place of work: GCT offices, central London (UK) with potential for occasional national and international travel; based in London office at least 2 days per week, option to work from home up to 3 days per week. This is a UK-based role, please only apply if you are legally entitled to work in the UK and can easily travel at least two times a week to our London office (near Waterloo).

Hours of work: 35 hours (5 days) per week.

Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 depending on experience, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Reports to: CEO

Line Manages: Individual Giving Fundraiser, possible intern/ volunteer/ consultant management

Closing Date: 12 noon, Thursday 5 December 2024. First interviews planned for week of 9 December.

To Apply:

Email a cover letter detailing your motivations for applying and what excites you about our work, your relevant key skills to this role and what you would prioritise in your first few months of doing this role (formatted as a formal letter) with a CV. GCT is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, marital/partnership status or parental status. GCT politely requests no contact from agencies.

The Dioceses of Derby and Southwell & Nottingham are committed to becoming greener, net zero 
carbon dioceses as they respond to the fifth mark of mission, to strive to safeguard the integrity of 
creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth. 

The post-holder will collaborate with existing and yet-to-be-appointed officers within a new ‘buildings 
for mission’ team within the Department Mission, Evangelism & Parish Revitalisation (Diocese of 
Derby) to support, enable, and release resources to empower churches, schools, and other Christian 
communities to cherish creation through the reduction/ elimination of their carbon footprint.

The role of Fundraising Advisor will be vital in resource gathering; they will support parishes, schools 
& DBF Housing departments as well as the NZC Working Group in identifying and securing funds 
in a professional and coordinated manner. The post holder will work equally across both dioceses.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, in collaboration with the respective Programme Managers for each diocese, on seeking 
  funding sources to continue NZC implementation during and beyond the current funding period. 
• Manage funding opportunities tracker for each area of de-carbonisation; these include churches, 
  schools & houses.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key funders. 
• Research charitable trusts and foundations whose criteria match the NZC aims and activities to 
  identify potential funding opportunities.
• Promote potential funding sources throughout both Dioceses.
• Support respective Communications teams in the telling of ‘good news stories’ involving the 
  successful securing of grant funding,
• Support the preparation of high-quality, tailored applications within the guidelines and parameters 
  the donor sets. 
• Work with the respective programme managers to provide updates to funders (as appropriate).
• Appropriately track grant income to provide quarterly reporting to the Programme Manager.
• Engage with the National NZC Programme Team to learn of opportunities and share best practice.

The postholder will support the ethos, aims and objectives of the Church of England and the Dioceses.

The post is open to either lay or ordained applicants

Closing date for application forms is the 17th November 2024

Salvation Army – Head of Philanthropy
Location: Hybrid working, 2 days in office, London SE5.
Salary: £66,234-£70,010 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours. 

The Salvation Army, the UK’s leading social welfare charity, is seeking an experienced philanthropy professional to be responsible for a pipeline of approximately £5 million per year and work with their Fundraising Senior Leadership Team and wider Fundraising Department to drive income growth.

The Salvation Army is one of the largest, most diverse providers of social and community services after the Government. With more than 600 local centres and nearly 100 residential centres, they make a powerful difference to people across the UK who might otherwise be excluded.

The role will be responsible for ensuring that The Salvation Army maintains and increases its impactful presence as one of the top 10 charities in the UK, and as a worldwide Christian Church that puts belief into action. The Head of Philanthropy will ensure high value relationships are well managed and the provision of steady income growth to fund the charity’s mission. This will involve maximising donations from existing supporters and investing in innovative fundraising activities to widen the number of high value supporters, trusts and companies giving to the organisation, as well as to drive retention and increase net income. The role will represent the Corporate, Trust and Major Donor teams across The Salvation Army.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in all aspects of philanthropy fundraising, as well as a strong understanding of the drivers and motivators of trust, major donor and corporate giving, and emerging trends. You will have a proven track of successful six figure fundraising in at least two of the following areas: corporate, trust and major donors. You will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with individuals across the organisation at all levels of seniority. You will also possess excellent leadership and people management skills.

This is an exciting time to join The Salvation Army as the charity looks to invest in all aspects of fundraising and marketing. If you are an ambitious, fundraising expert with the relevant skills and experience, looking for your next challenge, and would like to play a key role in The Salvation Army’s philanthropic income growth, this could be the role you’re looking for.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 25th November, 9.00am

PLEASE NOTE: We will be longlisting applications as soon as we receive them, so please apply as soon as possible to register your interest. 

Fundraising Development Manager

We are seeking a Fundraising Manager to lead innovative income-generating strategies within a charity that is committed to making life better for people and communities facing challenges in Shropshire.

Position: Fundraising Development Manager
Salary: £37,336 per annum, pro-rata
Location: Shrewsbury (Hybrid working available)
Hours: Part-time, 32.25 hours per week
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th November 2024

About the Role:

As the Fundraising Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in securing diverse income streams to support the charity’s work. You’ll lead efforts to develop partnerships, secure grants, and innovate new fundraising initiatives. With a focus on both corporate and community engagement, you’ll help ensure the charity’s long-term sustainability. Working closely with the CEO and managing a small team, you’ll oversee strategic campaigns and bid submissions, while ensuring effective stewardship of relationships with key funders and partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop strategies to secure corporate partnerships, grants, and tenders
• Lead innovative income-generating initiatives, including social enterprise and community fundraising
• Oversee the creation of compelling funding bids and business cases
• Manage a diverse portfolio of income streams to support long-term financial stability
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align campaigns with fundraising goals
• Monitor income targets and report on performance to senior leadership

About You:

To be successful in this role you will need to be an experienced fundraiser with a proven track record in generating significant income through partnerships, grants, and other innovative fundraising strategies. You will bring strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage a small team and collaborate across departments. Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with excellent analytical skills to assess opportunities and maximise ROI.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Extensive experience in corporate fundraising, grants, and trusts
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication for bid writing and relationship management
• Knowledge of UK fundraising regulations and best practices
• Experience in managing marketing and fundraising budgets

Due to the nature of this role you will need a full UK driving licence, access to a car and ability to travel across Shropshire for meetings and events.

About the Organisation:

This role is working with a Shropshire-based charity dedicated to supporting those with barriers to success, whether they are underserved individuals or underrepresented communities. Their work aims to promote inclusion and opportunity across the region. You will be part of a close-knit team committed to making a tangible impact, and this role is key to ensuring the charity continues to grow and expand their reach.

Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Fundraising Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Head of Development, Grants Manager, Business Development Manager, etc.

Sight Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity providing specialist care, education and research for people with vision impairment. The charity has been in existence for over 230 years, and offer a variety of services in the community as well as education, transcription into alternative formats and residential care for adults and children. Their vision is of an inclusive Scotland where people of all visual abilities have the opportunity to thrive. To achieve their mission they are looking for maternity cover for their Fundraising and Engagement Administrator role – a crucial role providing a solid foundation of support to the whole Fundraising team.

The Fundraising and Engagement Administrator will join Sight Scotland at an exciting stage, with a newly formed Cause and Engagement team, a new organisational strategy and direction, and a roadmap for fundraising planned. The charity is recruiting for 5 other fundraising roles alongside this maternity cover.  

This role provides vital administrative support to the fundraising function. You will perform a variety of tasks ranging from regular banking, data entry and the opening of fundraising post to more ad-hoc tasks such as handling supporter enquiries and working with the fundraising team to support their calendar of activities and key priorities. This role would suit someone who is competent with handling data, and perhaps has experience using a database, but who is equally happy delivering amazing supporter experiences / customer service and speaking to colleagues and supporters face to face, on the phone and via email.  

You might see similar roles called Supporter Care Officer, or Fundraising Assistant.  

If you are looking for your first role in a charity, or perhaps you have experience in a charity but are looking to reduce your hours yet still play a part in having a positive impact on a fundraising function at a national charity, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a popular cause at a pivotal time.

Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps. THINK Recruitment holds a screening call with all interested candidates, please see details in the pack for how to arrange a call. 

Salary: £40,500 - £44,500 per annum
Location: Hybrid working with 1 day per week in London Bridge office
Contract: Permanent, full-time with flexibility for part-time working

Are you passionate about using sports to inspire change and make a difference? Join this well-known health charity at an exciting time, as they deliver a new 3-year Fundraising Strategy.

As the Sporting Events Manager, you'll take the lead on delivering the charity's flagship event and be instrumental in driving meaningful impact. Here's your chance to bring people together through walking, running, and cycling events, while supporting an organisation committed to saving lives.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and Inspire: Oversee the strategy for the flagship event, creating an unforgettable experience that motivates participants to fundraise and builds a lasting impact.
• Strategic Event Management: From developing marketing plans to managing budgets, you'll have ownership of the event lifecycle, ensuring goals are met and exceeded.
• Collaboration and Engagement: Work across teams and with external partners to enhance event performance and participant experience, with a special focus on inclusivity and representation.
• Data-Driven Excellence: Utilise insights to tailor engagement strategies, optimise returns, and ensure every event resonates with supporters' needs and motivations.
• Management: direct line management an events executive and events officer.

About You:

• You have a solid background in large-scale fundraising events, with a knack for balancing complex priorities and managing both people and budgets effectively.
• Using insights and analytics, you know how to boost engagement and maximise event outcomes.
• Your ability to engage and inspire team members and stakeholders ensures that everyone shares a unified vision for success.
• You believe in making events accessible and inclusive, encouraging participation from all backgrounds.

This role will give you the opportunity to work for a fantastic and well-known charity brand, at an exciting time for fundraising, whilst working to support many lives affected by a terrible disease. If this sounds like you, please do get in touch and we look forward to speaking with you.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Head of Partnership and Philanthropy – Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS)

Help shape the future of children’s palliative care in Scotland

Are you ready to lead transformative growth at Scotland’s only provider of children’s palliative care? As Head of Partnership and Philanthropy at CHAS, you will be at the heart of our ambition to make sure that no family in Scotland has to face the death of their child alone. Joining at a pivotal time in our organisation’s history, you’ll guide talented teams to secure the vital resources that will help us be there for more children who need our help, and their families. This role offers a rare opportunity to champion creative, high-impact partnerships and inspire a dedicated team working to bring comfort and hope to children and families when they need it most.

In this senior role, you’ll oversee our Partnerships and Philanthropy team during this period of transformational growth, leading efforts to secure major donations, develop corporate relationships, and design unforgettable, high-profile events. Working closely with our Appeal Director, you’ll help drive the “It’s Not Just a Hospice” appeal and lead efforts to secure £16.3 million to transform one of our two children’s hospices, Rachel House. With creativity, determination, and compassion, you’ll play a critical role in CHAS’s mission to provide unwavering care to children who may die young and their families.

Your Role at CHAS

As part of our award-winning Income Generation and Engagement Directorate, you’ll report to the Director of Income Generation and Engagement and lead a department of 13 talented professionals, including two senior managers. This role is central to CHAS’s strategic vision, which includes a fundraising goal of £75 million (including £16.3 million from the major appeal) over the next five years to sustain CHAS’s life-changing work and fund key projects like the Rachel House redevelopment.

About You 

To excel in this role, you’ll bring:

• Proven strategic leadership: Success in developing and executing high-value strategies that inspire teams and maximise revenue.
• Fundraising expertise: Significant experience in major donor or partnership fundraising, with a strong track record of meeting ambitious goals.
• High-impact relationship-building skills: Ability to cultivate meaningful partnerships with corporate sponsors, major donors, and stakeholders.
• Team development skills: Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams, nurturing talent, and driving efficiency.
• Innovative, commercially minded approach: Talent for identifying new opportunities and refining operations to support growth.
• Passion for CHAS’ mission: A commitment to making a tangible difference for families facing a child’s life-limiting condition.

Why Join CHAS?

At CHAS, we’re committed to making sure that no one has to face the death of their child alone. We provide unwavering care through a unique model that spans hospices, hospitals, and homes, providing comfort, choice, and dignity to children who may die young and their families.

Working with CHAS means making an extraordinary impact every day in a supportive, collaborative environment. Here’s what we offer:

• Flexible Working: Embrace hybrid options with time split between home and onsite in any of our sites in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Kinross or Balloch, with family-friendly working arrangements.
• Professional Development: Exposure to a range of fundraising activities and continuous learning opportunities.
• Supportive Culture: Work alongside a high-performing, award-winning team dedicated to achieving ambitious goals through innovation and partnership.

Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy generous annual leave, a competitive pension, incremental salary progression, Blue Light discounts, and extensive health and wellbeing support.

What if you don’t meet all the job requirements?

At CHAS we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported, and valued. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, recognising that everyone’s journey is unique. We believe in the power of transferable skills, so if you don’t have the exact qualifications or background listed but believe your experience and skills are a great fit, we encourage you to apply. Feel free to reach out to Iain or our team for a chat to explore how you could be a great addition to our team.

Interested in Joining Us?

If you’re ready to take on this transformative role, we’d love to hear from you!

Follow the link to find more information including:

• Recruitment Pack including full job description
• Full list of benefits
• Contact details to arrange an informal chat with the hiring manager.
• Contact details for support with the recruitment process.

To apply you will be asked to answer a couple of questions and submit your CV or complete our full application form.  

Application Deadline: 27 November 2024 

Interview Date: Scheduled for the week of 9 December 2024

This role is subject to a PVG/Basic Disclosure check (level required will depend on base location).

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to advance our fundraising efforts and have a significant impact on the lives of children and young people in Wandsworth and the surrounding areas.

The Development Manager (Fundraising) will be responsible for developing and implementing the fundraising strategy, to support our mission of inspiring enjoyment and excellence in music for all children and young people. You will be a passionate and experienced fundraiser with exceptional relationship-building skills, and a proven track record of securing significant levels of income from a wide variety of philanthropic sources.

The role involves organising events, building relationships with donors, writing funding applications and creating campaigns to secure income from a range of sources including individuals, trusts and foundations, corporate sponsors and fundraising events.

 You will have:

• A proven track record of securing significant levels of income through grants and donations
• Specialised knowledge of trusts and grants fundraising and management.
• The ability to write high quality communications, (fundraising applications, proposals and impact reports).
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex messages to a wide range of audiences.
• An exceptional eye for detail.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual. If you are looking to return to work after a pause in your career, looking to balance a role with wider family or caring responsibilities, or just simply looking for a change, then we would love to hear from you!

The post requires a degree of flexible working and a willingness to work some evenings and weekends to accommodate service needs, for which time off in lieu will be offered.

Joining New Horizon Youth Centre as a Grants Officer means not only stepping into a role of significant impact, but also becoming part of an organisation deeply rooted in long-term, strong relationships with our funders. Last year, an impressive 43% of our income came through trusts and foundations, a testament to the trust and credibility we've built over the years. Last year, we surpassed expectations by raising £4 million with just three members of staff, showcasing our dedication and effectiveness in fundraising. This year, our sights are set even higher, with a target of £4.7 million. As part of our investment to achieve this ambitious goal, we're seeking a passionate and driven individual to join our Fundraising Team. Working from our bustling day centre, you'll be at the heart of our operations, staying connected to the profound impact of our organisation firsthand. This closeness to our frontline services ensures that you'll witness the tangible difference your fundraising efforts make in the lives of young people every day, making New Horizon Youth Centre an exceptional place to fundraise.

If you're seeking not just a job, but a deeply fulfilling experience where your work directly transforms lives, then New Horizon Youth Centre is for you. 

At Help for Heroes, we help the Armed Forces community live well after service. Life can be tough when a military career comes to an end, especially if it has been cut short by illness or injury. Overnight, people lose not only their job, but also a support network that is like family. There are many ways we help veterans, their relatives, serving personnel, and people who worked alongside the UK military. We help people with their physical and mental health needs, and a range of welfare issues. Our support gives people the skills, confidence and knowledge to make a success of life after service.

As One Team we share a philosophy – I.C.A.R.E. It’s the way we walk and talk, the way we interact with others and how we approach everything we do. We are:

Innovative – Collaborative – Authentic – Resourceful – Energetic. 

We have an incredible opportunity for a Individual Giving Officer - (Digital Mobilisation) to join our team n a part-time basis, working 21 hours per week across 3 days. Ideally, these hours will include Tuesdays.

Please see below for more information on what just might be your future role.

About You

Do you have experience in delivering digital mobilisation campaigns? Engaging with supporters on supporter journeys via emails? Or converting digital leads into cash donors, regular givers, or lottery players, whilst also engaging them with advocacy or campaigning actions.

Are you passionate about mobilising supporters and maximising their loyalty through multi-channel supporter campaigns? Are you eager to create automated supporter journeys via email?

Do you understand Individual Giving audiences and their motivations for giving and want to be involved in this exciting new Individual Giving programme you can be proud of?

You love a challenge, are passionate and motivated, and want the chance to make a massive difference at an amazing charity.

We are open to experience outside of the charity sector, having experience in project management and/or marketing, including reporting on activity, would be beneficial to this role.

About the Role

This role will be pivotal in growing the Help for Heroes email supporter base driving income and engagement from different audiences. It’s an exciting chance to be a part of a rapidly growing Individual Giving programme, to working with internal and external stakeholders to produce digital campaigns with advocacy and campaigning at the heart of what you do.

You will be involved in recruiting, engaging and converting the supporter community across digital channels, predominantly via email and DotDigital. It is key advanced engaging supporter journeys via email, following and creating automation journeys whilst also coming up with creative ideas for execution. Motivating supporters to engage with the charity, whether by signing our latest petition, donating, or signing up to become a regular giver.

Additionally, you’ll be able to report and analyse on all elements of our digital mobilisation campaigns, reacting to audience and sector insight to optimise our supporter journey.

About the Team

You’ll be joining the wider Commercial /Fundraising Directorate, who are focused on driving income for Help for Heroes. And you’ll be working directly in the Individual Giving team, a quickly growing team within the Directorate. Help for Heroes has supported more than 30,000 people since 2007, and you can be a part of making such an incredible difference every day.

About Us

Street Support Network is a small, impactful charity that helps over 30 locations in the UK in their responses to homelessness.

Lead organisations in these locations pay us to host and maintain a localised online directory of services and advice. This is where most of our income comes from.

We also work offline, connecting people in local areas to co-produce better solutions, facilitate conversations and co-ordinate action.

About the Role

This interim role will play a pivotal part in the future of the charity by leading the team and our network of local partnerships to support those experiencing, or at risk of experiencing homelessness.

This high-impact role requires an independent and strategic leader who can balance managing existing partnerships with identifying and cultivating new opportunities and exploring options for a sustainable future for the charity.

We anticipate this role is needed initially for a six- month period to complete an options appraisal for the future. A longer-term appointment is possible, depending on the outcome of the appraisal.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong initiative, leadership, and the ability to contribute to both short-term and long-term strategic goals.

As a very small team we are very values driven and not too formal. Everyone really cares about what we do and homelessness more generally.

About the Responsibilities

Manage existing SSN locations:

• Manage relationships with existing locations and strengthen engagement with them, ensuring they receive tailored support and we receive maximum income.
• Use our CRM system to track partnership engagement, including relationship status, history and payments. This will likely include engaging with partners regarding outstanding payments.
• Host and facilitate quarterly online network events to encourage collaboration amongst SSN locations. Support our locations with managing their data integrity. This will include recruiting and managing volunteers. Measure and report on impact using Theory of Change and other metrics, both internally and for our partners. Be responsive to enquiries from potential new partnerships.

Support the Street Support Network Team:

• Provide appropriate support and direction to the two team members.
• Host and lead regular team meetings to ensure communication, engagement and collaboration.
• Meet regularly with Chair of Trustees and Finance Advisor. Prepare Reports for Trustees and attend Trustee meetings to present advice and support actions agreed.

Income Maximisation and Fundraising:

• Work closely with our Finance Advisor to maximise fee income from existing SSN locations.
• Collaborate with our external fundraiser to identify additional funding opportunities and submit compelling grant applications to supplement fee income covering the charities’ core costs.
• Provide guidance to local partners on their fundraising initiatives and grant applications to meet their SSN fees.

Explore and present an options appraisal for the future of Street Support Network:

• Work with Trustees, team and external partners to explore options for the future of SSN to include options for expansion and development of new products and services or for consolidation.
• Collect evidence and undertake stakeholder consultation and provide written reports to Trustees to help with decision making.
• Develop action plans for taking strategy forward.

About You

Essential Requirements:

• Significant knowledge and experience of the homelessness and charitable sectors
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage, lead and motivate a small dedicated team
• Experience of managing budgets, contributing to strategy development and charity governance
• Experience of working with a variety of stakeholders including local authorities and VCSE organisations.
• Confident working independently Clear and effective communication skills both written and verbal including report writing
• Able to regularly travel to Manchester for team meetings

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience in volunteer recruitment and the delivery of meaningful volunteer programmes
• Experience in fundraising and writing grant applications
• Experience of leading a small charity or social enterprise
• Lived experience of social disadvantage (e.g. homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse, offending and domestic violence and abuse)

Appeal Director – Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS)

Are you ready to make a profound impact on the future of children’s palliative care in Scotland? As Appeal Director, you will play a vital role in our most ambitious appeal yet—driving the six- and seven- figure gifts needed for us to achieve our ambitions in the “It’s Not Just a Hospice Appeal”, to secure critical funding to transform Rachel House children’s hospice, and critically, transform the experience of children’s palliative care in Scotland.

In this high-impact role, you will work with an exceptional team to engage philanthropic partners, cultivate major gifts, and deliver on our ambitious vision. From shaping donor strategies to creating lasting, meaningful partnerships, you’ll play a central part in CHAS’s goal of raising £16.3 million to reimagine Rachel House and grow CHAS’s long-term impact.

“At CHAS, every day brings an opportunity to make a difference, transforming lives through generosity and compassion,” says Iain McAndrew, Director of Income Generation and Engagement.

Where You’ll Fit In

As part of our award-winning Income Generation and Engagement team, you’ll work closely with our Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy and report directly to the Director of Income Generation. The Appeal Director role is integral to our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, connecting our vision to every generous partner supporting our mission to ensure no family faces their child’s death alone.

About You

To excel as Appeal Director, you will bring:

· Demonstrated success in securing six- and seven-figure gifts.

· Expertise in building lasting, meaningful relationships with high-level donors and partners.

· Proven ability to meet ambitious goals through strategic planning and effective

· The ability to engage, inspire, and articulate compelling cases for support.

· An alignment with CHAS’ vision and values, and a deep commitment to making a difference for children and families.

· Experience in either the nonprofit or commercial sector, with a willingness to navigate complex projects and stakeholders.

Why Join CHAS?

At CHAS, we’re committed to making sure that no one has to face the death of their child alone. We provide unwavering care through a unique model that spans hospices, hospitals, and homes, providing comfort, choice, and dignity to children who may die young and their families.

Working with CHAS means making an extraordinary impact every day in a supportive, collaborative environment. Here’s what we offer:

· Flexible Working: Embrace hybrid options with time split between home and onsite in any of our sites in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Kinross or Balloch, with family-friendly working arrangements.

· Professional Development: Exposure to a range of fundraising activities and continuous learning opportunities.

· Supportive Culture: Work alongside a high-performing, award-winning team dedicated to achieving ambitious goals through innovation and partnership.

· Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy generous annual leave, a competitive pension, incremental salary progression, Blue Light discounts, and extensive health and wellbeing support.

What if you don’t meet all the job requirements?

At CHAS we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, supported, and valued. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, recognising that everyone’s journey is unique. We believe in the power of transferable skills, so if you don’t have the exact qualifications or background listed but believe your experience and skills are a great fit, we encourage you to apply. Feel free to reach out to Iain or our team for a chat to explore how you could be a great addition to our team.

Interested in Joining Us?

If you’re ready to take on this transformative role, we’d love to hear from you!

If you’re ready to take on this transformative role, we’d love to hear from you!

Follow the link to find more information including:

· Recruitment Pack including full job description

· Full list of benefits

· Contact details to arrange an informal chat with the hiring manager.

· Contact details for support with the recruitment process.

To apply you will be asked to answer a couple of questions and submit your CV or complete our full application form.  

Application Deadline: 26 November 2024 

Interview Date: Provisional interview date of 6th December 

This role is subject to a PVG/Basic Disclosure check (level required will depend on base location).

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The Role

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Working closely with the Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and developing the CRM, to support fundraising and alumni relations efforts, while ensuring compliance with data protection laws and establishing best practices for system usage.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, with a good understanding of CRM systems and fundraising processes. You will also have experience in financial processing, have keen database management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Application Process

A full job description can be found on our website via the apply button. 

We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain to us why this opportunity is right for you. All applications will be judged on content, not on format.

To apply, please provide:

• A covering letter to tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you
• Tell us what experience, knowledge and skills you have that meet the person specification outlined in the job description, include any practical examples that you may have
• CV
• Completed Equality and Diversity monitoring form

To be considered for this role, please send the above information by email to our HR department. 

Application Deadline

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Sunday 24 November 2024.

Interviews will be held w/c 2 December 2024.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential values at LAMDA and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the benefits that a diverse workforce can bring to the Academy. We welcome applications from the Global majority, those with disabilities and from other under -represented groups. we are happy to provide recruitment information in accessible formats and a provision to accept applications in alternative formats.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

LAMDA is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and adults that use our services and expects all employees and contractors to share this commitment. All LAMDA posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including background checks and the disclosure of criminal records where applicable. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all of our activities and services.