Fundraising Officer Jobs

About Us

Unfold is led by the people we serve, and we get people where they want to be. We’re a bold, agile and growing organisation, with a friendly, energetic and welcoming team. We empower volunteers to support young people and families in Westminster, Kensington, Chelsea, and neighbouring boroughs. We're open to everyone but we target those who face the most challenges, including people from racialized groups, single-parent households, and people seeking asylum. 

We have an ambitious growth plan, and we’re seeking a proactive, innovative Deputy CEO to maintain and develop our successful mentoring and peer support programmes.  We’ve made incredible progress in both programme scale and quality: Over the last five years our income has grown five-fold, our reach in mentoring has increased to more than ten times what it was five years ago, while our team has grown from 1.6 to 15 staff in that time.  With nearly 60% of our income secured in multi-year grants, we’re in the process of developing our strategy for the next five years, envisaging continued growth, maintaining quality and impact while adding a social justice dimension to our role. 

The Role

As our Deputy CEO, you'll support the development and implementation of Unfold’s organisational strategy and be responsible for the delivery of programme, funding and impact strategies. 

You’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of Unfold by supporting the development and implementation of Unfold’s organisational strategy and taking ownership of the delivery of our programmes, funding and impact strategies. Alongside the CEO, you'll play a key role in ensuring ensuring that we continue to deliver high-quality services that make a real difference and create impact, reaching those who need them most.

Supporting the CEO, you'll also ensure the financial stability of the charity by maintaining a sustainable funding pipeline and using data to demonstrate the impact of our work. You'll be identifying funding opportunities, overseeing bid submissions, and ensuring quality reporting and compliance. By representing Unfold at events and cultivating relationships with donors, corporate partners and individual supporters you'll ensure a robust and sustainable income to support our growth plans. 

In managing and developing our team, you'll be fostering a positive and supportive working environment where everyone can thrive. Our Deputy CEO will be key to shaping our future, ensuring that we continue to grow and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

About You

At Unfold we value diversity in thinking and experience, and lived experience of some of the issues our service users experience will be an asset.  We strongly welcome applications from people from the global majority, women and other groups that are less often represented at senior levels.

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate people manager and leader with a proven track record in fundraising and programme management within the third sector.  You’ll be able to motivate and support our team while being a strong advocate for our values. Your passion for supporting young people and families will drive your work and your proactive approach, analytical and problem-solving abilities will ensure that Unfold continues to thrive.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Experienced Fundraiser: You have a proven track record in fundraising within the third sector, particularly at a senior level.

• Programme Management: You’ll have a good understanding of programme development and delivery, including measurement of impact and quality assurance.

• Data-Driven: You understand the importance of data in telling our story and are comfortable analysing data and making our change tangible.

• Inspirational Leader: You’re a strong communicator who can motivate and support a team to achieve great things.

• Passionate Advocate: You’re committed to our mission and values, with a passion for supporting young people and families.

Desirable

• Experience with CRM systems, especially for fundraising and client data management.

• Knowledge of safeguarding in the context of volunteering with vulnerable groups.

• Familiarity with the localities in which we work.

Working at Unfold 

Holidays: 25 working days (along with additional Christmas closedown days)

Pension: We offer generous pension provision: New staff are automatically enrolled for a pension after three months, and after six months we will match your contribution up to a maximum of 8%.

Salary: We are committed to paying the London Living Wage in line with the Living Wage Foundation and review salaries annually.

Team working: We are a small but brilliant team: we're supportive, diverse and we help each other out. There are always opportunities to get involved in different aspects of the organisation, or lead on new initiatives. 

Wellbeing - How we feel matters: Staff have access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, and our staff Wellbeing Champions support the delivery of our Wellbeing Strategy.  Staff can join free on-site yoga classes, monthly massages and regular ‘Drinks and Links’ sessions with the team and colleagues in similar organisations. 

Flexible working: We're happy to consider flexible working arrangements in line with the requirements of the role.

Hybrid Working: We usually work from the office for at least two days a week between Tuesday and Thursday. Sometimes you may need to work from the office or other London locations on other days.

Ecofriendly, Modern Offices: We work in a beautiful, accessible, eco-friendly co-working space with a number of other charities, with plants, a leafy roof terrace, free hot and cold drinks, breakfast cereals and fruit. With comfortable spaces to read quietly or talk in a group, our workspace is somewhere you'll want to be. You can find out more about our on-site benefits by visiting the Fivefields website.

At St Barnabas we have a long and proud history of delivering outstanding palliative and end of life care to the people of Lincolnshire.

Our reputation with the people we serve, and our stakeholder is justifiably excellent.

We have three new and exciting roles within the Fundraising & Lottery team to help us expand and grow our income generation portfolio to meet our ambitious Organisational wide and Income Generation Strategy for 2024-2029.

This provides a fantastic opportunity for you to join a dynamic and purpose-driven team at St Barnabas Hospice where we are committed to providing compassionate care to our community and are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those we care and support.

Read on and find out more….

Corporate Relationships Lead
37.5 hours per week
£29,802

Individual Giving Manager
37.5 hours per week
£35,494

Lottery and Promotions Lead
37.5 hours per week
£29,802

Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? Do you thrive in a role where your efforts directly support life-changing initiatives? As this Individual Giving Officer, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of a historic organisation dedicated to helping those most in need.

Job title: Individual Giving Officer
Industry: Charity
Salary: £29,000 to £30,000
Location: London
Working arrangement: Hybrid working policy

As the Individual Giving Officer, you will be at the heart of their fundraising efforts. Your role will involve developing and implementing strategies to engage individual donors, nurturing relationships that lead to meaningful financial contributions. You'll manage direct mail appeals, online fundraising campaigns, and oversee the membership scheme. Your efforts will ensure their supporters feel connected to the mission and inspired to contribute.

The role as an Individual Giving Officer:

• Develop and Implement Strategies: Create and deliver individual giving strategies, focusing on donor acquisition, retention, and stewardship.
• Cultivate Relationships: Build and nurture strong relationships with donors, ensuring they feel connected and inspired by their mission.
• Drive Campaigns: Lead direct mail appeals and online fundraising efforts, working closely with the Digital Fundraising and Marketing teams.
• Analyse and Innovate: Use data insights to monitor performance and inform future strategies, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Engage Our Community: Manage their membership scheme to maximise income and engagement.

You're an energetic and creative individual, full of fresh ideas and the drive to see them through. Your skills include:

• Fundraising Knowledge: A solid understanding of Individual Giving and donor care.
• Project Management: Experience in managing multiple campaigns or projects simultaneously.
• Communication Skills: Strong copywriting abilities and experience of engaging with supporters.
• Data-Driven Approach: Proficiency in using donor databases to segment audiences and analyse performance.

f you're excited about using your skills to drive meaningful change, then apply within.

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.

Assistant Philanthropy & Grants Officer 

Salary: Up to £24,500 pro rata gross per annum depending on skills and experience 

Location: Curdridge, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2DP 

Part Time – 21 Hours per Week 

Permanent Contract 

The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is a grassroots movement working for nature’s recovery and to bring people closer to nature. 

‘Our vision for a wilder future is beautiful and vital!’ 

Our future has to be wilder! 

We are seeking an Assistant Philanthropy & Grants Officer to join our cause. 

It is an exciting time for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust as we strive towards our Wilder 2030 strategy. We want to see 1 in 4 people connecting with wildlife and taking action, and at least a third of land and sea protected and where wildlife is recovering. 

Our fundraising team is ambitious, with a strong track record of success and plans for growth. This role is new to the team and the post holder will have the opportunity to make a major impact in helping deliver our grants, legacy and major donor fundraising as part of the Trust’s strategy. 

Reporting to the Philanthropy Manager and working alongside the Senior Grants Officer, this role will support grants and legacy fundraising in particular, as well as looking after Trust donors and getting involved in fundraising events. 

Together, the team will build first-class journeys for a variety of supporters to secure vital income for the organisation both now and in the future. Strong people and relationship skills as well as a good writing style and attention to detail will be essential. 

This role would suit a candidate who may already have some fundraising experience and is now keen to build their knowledge and expertise in grants, legacies and major donor fundraising. We have an experienced and skilled team in place which would provide the right candidate with an excellent and supportive environment in which to grow. 

The ideal candidate would have a passion and drive to develop in this role. Training and support will be offered. 

Wild About Inclusion! 

As an inclusive employer we recognise that our workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which we live and work.  We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within our sector, including people from black, Asian, minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. 

We are happy to discuss the possibilities of hybrid and flexible working 

This role will be based at our office in Curdridge, however, we are happy to accommodate a hybrid working routine, and discuss a pattern of work which suits the candidate. Officially, office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with an hour lunch break. 

We offer a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, learning and development support, 24-hour access to our employee assistance programme, discounted staff travel with our corporate partners Wightlink (subject to T&Cs) and more. 

Closing date:  05 September 2024 

Interviews:  12 September 2024 

To apply for the role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. In the ‘supporting information’ section, you’ll need to demonstrate, with detailed examples, how you meet the job requirements using the Job Description and Recruitment Pack below. 

Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you to complete the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. 

If you’re looking for a Corporate Partnerships Officer role where you can flex your business development skills and develop into an amazing fundraiser, we have just the role for you. We’re thrilled to be working with a national health and campaigning charity as they seek a driven Corporate Partnerships Officer to join their team.

As Corporate Partnerships Officer, you will play a key role in delivering a corporate partnerships programme, managing relationships with new and existing partners, arranging talks, employee fundraising and various other employment opportunities. This is a key role in delivering the Corporate Partnerships programme, with you being a main point of contact for members.

To succeed as the Corporate Partnerships Officer, you will need:

• Experience working in a corporate fundraising or relationship based sales environment
• Excellent customer service or supporter care skills with ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders of varying levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Deadline: Reviewing on rolling basis
Salary: £31,000 - £33,500
Contract: Permanent – Full time
Location: London, Hybrid 1-2 days per week in office

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Jake on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner. 
 

Senior Direct Marketing Officer

We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Direct Marketing Officer to manage and deliver our Cash and Raffle programme. Within this role, you will be responsible for the recruitment and retention of cash and raffle donors and for managing the two Direct Marketing Officers on the projects to deliver this area of our programme.

We are looking for someone to maximise income in line with set targets and within the context of the overall Cash and Raffle programme. You will undertake wider projects to optimise the programme in line with overall strategy and plans. A key part of this role will centre on recruiting good quality donors to ensure the future income of the programme and provide a pipeline of regular givers and Legacies, identifying new recruitment channels and testing opportunities.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans.

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working policy:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working policy, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working equally. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 3rd September 2024

Interview date: First Round Virtual Interviews: w/c 9th September 2024
Second Round On-site Interview: w/c 16th September 2024

For full details, please download our recruitment pack.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Supporter Operations Officer

Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £33,233 - £34,894 with excellent benefits

Location: London, UK
Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.

About WaterAid:
Want to use your skills in operations & planning to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere?
Join WaterAid as Supporter Operations Officer to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good.

As our organised and conscientious Supporter Operations Officer you will provide effective monitoring of our internal supporter response handling processes, including donation and query management, and bring to the role an understanding of regulations that affect the management of supporter data, and the processing of financial responses.

About the Team:
The Supporter Operations Team plays a central role in delivering an exceptional supporter experience, ensuring smooth internal and external fulfilment to maximise supporter engagement in order to meet our ambitious targets.
This role sits within the Supporter Operations sub-team, reporting into the Supporter Operations Manager. The Supporter Operations Team plays a central role in supporting our fundraising teams, to maximise supporter engagement and ensure that the fulfilment of our fundraising appeals, donor thanking and donation processes are carried out correctly and in compliance with all relevant regulations.

About the Role:

In this role, you will manage the team's workload, forecasting expected capacity to ensure that daily, weekly and monthly tasks are planned out and completed in accordance with set KPIs. As well as supporting the Supporter Operations Manager in monitoring & evaluating the performance of the Operations team using reports to investigate any unusual results/trends.

You'll also:

• Bring to the role a keen understanding of supporter response handling, the intricacies of processing donations, Direct Debits, Gift Aid, and communication preferences
• Assist with due diligence processes within the wider SEO team, specifically focusing on internal data security practices, response handling accuracy, and adherence to relevant regulatory requirements such as those for Gift Aid or the BACS scheme for Direct Debits
• Proactively identify processes for improvement across the Supporter Experience & Operations Team to deliver efficiencies and improve the effectiveness of internal procedures
• Support campaign managers and other colleagues with any new or existing projects relating to fundraising operations, working closely with internal stakeholders, ensuring requirements are clear and fully documented

About you:

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of Gift Aid, Direct Debit, Data protection and PCI-DSS compliance Essential criteria from person specification
• Strong team player. Proven experience and/ or evidence of providing support/supervision/ training to team members
• Experience of documenting business processes, and comfortable with communicating and influencing a range of stakeholders

Closing date: Applications will close at 23:59 on 1st September 2024. Shortlisting and interviews may take place on a rolling basis and the application process will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date.

How to Apply: To see the full job pack, please click 'Apply'. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter in one document in either Word Document or PDF format.

Pre-employment screening: In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. All our vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy.

Our Benefits:

• 36 days' holiday annually (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
• We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
• Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
• Season Ticket Loan
• Free annual eye tests
• Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave
• Sabbaticals
• Volunteer Day

Our Commitment:

Our People Promise:
We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose - where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal opportunities:
We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.

Safeguarding:
We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. As a safeguarding measure, WaterAid carries out background checks on all potential employees. This is done following the conclusion of recruitment and prior to assuming full employment.

We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations Officer preferably from the North of England to join the fundraising team at the Batten Disease Family Association (BDFA). Home based with occasional travel to Yorkshire 

The BDFA is the only patient organisation in the UK for families affected by Batten disease, a rare and terminal neurodegenerative condition that affects children and young adults. The BDFA offers informed guidance and support to families and the professionals who work with them, as well as actively raising awareness, and promoting research into the management of Batten disease to improve patient care pathways and ultimately find a cure.

This is an exciting time to join the organisation, which has grown to offer additional support services for families affected by Batten disease and to implementing a long-term strategy to develop its advocacy, education and research capabilities. Come and join our supportive team as we continue to build and develop the organisation and strengthen our financial resilience.

We’re looking for an individual who has the experience and skills to manage and nurture relationships with our existing funders from charitable trusts, foundations and other grant-making bodies, ensuring they feel inspired by our work and the patients and families we support.

The role will incorporate managing a sizeable portfolio of Trusts and Foundations through excellent stewardship, and to build on this strong foundation, developing and submitting winning funding proposals to create a high-quality pipeline of new funding opportunities. The successful candidate will work as part of the Fundraising team, under the guidance of our Chief Executive Officer to continue our strategy to diversify income through this key funding stream.

The Ideal Candidate for this role will have:

- Experience and a proven track record of successful Trusts and Foundations income generation.

- Demonstratable experience in researching potential Trust funders, submitting compelling proposals, securing funding and project managing successful bids through to completion of the grant award.

- A background in report writing and demonstrating grant impact whilst being able to build relationships with funders and individual/major donors.

- Experience of providing excellent supporter care and building mutually beneficial long-term relationships with funders.

- Experience of targeting large grant-making bodies and securing 5-6 figure grants

- Expert knowledge of fundraising landscape, particularly Trusts & Foundations.

This job requires a motivated individual who has a passion for all those within our Batten community and a strong desire to support the development and financial growth of the BDFA. The role is full time (35 hours per week) and is home based with occasional travel to Yorkshire (where the CEO is based) and around the UK to meet donors and support fundraising events.

The BDFA recognises the positive value of diversity and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team.  We encourage applications from all suitably qualified or experienced individuals, regardless of their race, gender, biological sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

25 days holidays, plus an extra three days at Christmas when the BDFA is closed. 

Salary £29k - £33k PA dependent on experience

Upload a CV and covering letter to apply

Apply by: 13th September 2024

About the team

We have big goals over the next few years.

We're going to be fighting for mental health in a way we never have before.

Together we'll be working to make sure everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support and respect they deserve.

This is a core role in the New Corporate Partnerships Team, with the responsibility to help us identify, develop and secure more corporate partnerships of all partnership types. A particular focus and priority for the team and this role, is to prioritise opportunities with the strongest alignment to Mind's new strategy and where there is the greatest potential for longer-term strategic and transformational partnerships. You will be responsible for;

-Proactively identifying and qualifying opportunities

-Developing and stewarding relationships

-Thinking creatively and strategically to develop compelling proposals.

-Supporting and leading various pitches

-Representing Mind at key meetings

Team information

Will you join us?

Mind's Partnerships Fundraising team - part of the wider fundraising directorate - is responsible for generating income from major donors, charitable trusts and foundations, the statutory and corporate sectors. The Corporate Partnerships team raised £7m+ in 22/23.

The New Corporate Partnerships team is comprised of a head of team, two lead managers, two senior officers, two officers and one assistant.

The New Corporate Partnerships team has been at the forefront of securing some fantastic partnerships for Mind such as, Allianz, Bupa, Co-op, Direct Line, ITV, McLaren Racing, and McVitie's, to name a few. Our partnerships cover the spectrum of partnership types; strategic and Charity of the Year partnerships (COTYs) and brand and commercial partnerships. You will help us build on our success.

In these unprecedented and challenging times, Mind is and will be needed more than ever. Our corporate partnerships play a huge role by helping us, raise income to achieve our strategic goals and adding value to businesses and society through our partnerships, including raising public awareness and reaching new audiences.

Mind employs over 300 staff and we have a team of volunteers. Most staff are based in Stratford, London, there is an office in Cardiff and there are a number of dispersed staff working across England and Wales. Mind is formally moving to a hybrid working model combining a balance of home and office based working.

Key duties and responsibilities

The post holder will:

-Support your line manager to implement the Corporate Partnerships team New Partnerships strategy.

-Support pipeline development and creation of partnerships, including making proactive approaches, developing and stewarding relationships, submitting proposals, supporting on pitches, while working with various teams across Mind.

-Have an individual financial target which will support the overall New Partnership income targets.

-Work collaboratively and creatively with the team and across Mind to develop sector leading pitches and proposals.

-Lead and assist with the design of new partnership agreements with companies to ensure that expectations from both parties are met and the interests of Mind are looked after, and risks are mitigated.

-Work with colleagues across Mind to identify the potential and manage the risk in new partnerships, ensuring that Mind's ethical policy and charity legislation is adhered to.

-Work closely with Partnership Management to join up across Partnerships

-Identify and work with your line manager to identify opportunities and manage risk in new partnerships and to ensure that Mind's ethical policy is adhered to.

-Monitor, analyse and review information on industry trends and developments, keeping the pipeline of COTY applications updated.

-Liaise with other Mind departments, Mind Retail, Mind Cymru and local Minds to maximise potential of corporate partnerships to reap benefits for Mind's entire network, including through volunteering and pro bono support.

-Work closely with internal teams across Mind Workplace Wellbeing, Training, Index, Community & Events, Comms and Media teams to ensure that opportunities and employee fundraising opportunities are smoothly co-ordinated and incorporated into pitches and that companies are given the support they need, as required.

-Represent the Partnerships team in appropriate cross working groups, workshops and/or meetings/other events as directed.

-Use the Dynamics database to enter, update and extract accurate information to maximise operational benefits and opportunities from the database system.

-Undertake other duties that may, from time to time, be necessary and compatible with the nature and grade of this post.

Mind's equity statement

Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Please refer to the Job Description while completing your application as candidates will be shortlisted based on how closely they match the criteria in the personal specification.

Milton Keynes Community Foundation (MK Community Foundation) is a leading grant-making charity distributing funding where it's needed most in Milton Keynes.  They play a key role as an enabler for the exciting and developing voluntary, community and cultural sector, providing millions of pounds annually in vital grants and property solutions to support healthy and inclusive communities across the city.

Milton Keynes is a growing city and by 2050 the population will grow from 270,000 to 500,000. MK Community Foundation are proud to be part of this vibrant, progressive, and entrepreneurial city with its richly diverse community. Like most cities however, it also has areas of deprivation and social challenge. By guiding businesses, philanthropists, and charities to the right giving and grantmaking, they’re on a mission for a fairer community.

MK Community Foundation are part of a global philanthropic movement of independent community foundations operating globally, of which there are 47 in the UK. Per capita, MK Community Foundation is one of the largest community foundations in the country, with endowed funds of circa £20m and a property portfolio worth circa £33m. Collectively, community foundations are the 4th largest funder in the UK and distribute over £100m annually to their local communities.

With support from Philanthropy Directors and wider team of 8 staff, this role will be managing the full life cycle of philanthropy, by raising funds from high-net-worth individuals, families and corporate supporters alongside assessing and making grant award recommendations and monitoring impact. You will be joining a diverse, highly collaborative team and culture that recognizes success comes from the whole team working together - driving their values of ‘Funding Fairness’. The vacancy has come about following internal promotion.

We are looking for a dynamic, personable professional with the ability to build long term relationships with philanthropists, donors, and grant beneficiaries alongside a passion for EDI and community development. Prior experience of fundraising either as a generalist, or in philanthropy/Major Gifts/HNWI or corporate fundraising is required, however with comprehensive support and training provided, this role will also be a fantastic opportunity for fundraisers who are looking to broaden their skills and experience into grant making. A passion for their mission and creating fairer communities is essential.

For further information about the role and organisation, please upload the full appointment brief below. To formally apply, please upload your CV and a 1-2 page cover letter on why you are interested and have the skills and experience via the link in the appointment brief.

Applications will be reviewed and actioned on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Closing Date:                                                     15 September 2024

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MKCF Interviews:                                              25 & 26 September 2024

Charity People is excited to be working with the brilliant SolarAid in the recruitment for a Supporter Engagement Officer.

Job Title: Supporter Engagement Officer

Location: Remote working with travel to the London Office once a month

Contract: Permanent and full time

Salary: £27,300 to £31,500 per annum depending on experience

About the organisation

SolarAid is at a pivotal moment with a new strategy starting to show some game changing results. The strategy is aimed at reaching those who will benefit the most from solar energy yet are currently being left behind. Unless something changes by the end of the decade over ½ billion people in sub-saharan Africa will still have no access to energy. Our mission, with your help, is to change that.

Even though SolarAid are a charity we believe in business based solutions to poverty using solar technology, as this is more sustainable and spreads faster than handouts - so we run a social enterprise in Africa called SunnyMoney.

Our Fundraising programme is also at an exciting stage - with a diverse range of funding sources spread across corporates, trusts & foundations, institutions, high net worths and individuals. We aim to knit these sources together to reinforce each other, such as a funder providing a match for donations or individual advocating in their workplace. We've a small but passionate team who strive to work closely across the different funding areas.

About the role

SolarAid are looking for an individual with experience of fundraising who can proactively engage, build relationships and provide high levels of stewardship to a variety of supporters, alongside increasing awareness of our work.

You will play a vital role in driving all supporter activities, such as direct mail Supporter appeals, our regular giving programme and supporting community groups and individuals with their fundraising.

Your focus will be to support all activities across Individual Giving, assisting in identifying, developing and supporting fundraising opportunities to maximise activity and income, alongside helping to create and maintain meaningful supporter journeys that strengthen the relationship between supporters and SolarAid.

You will be hands-on with assisting the Supporter Engagement Manager in leading on all direct marketing campaigns, ensuring that the process is managed effectively from start to finish. You will also be responsible for carrying out presentations and talks when requested so that our supporters remain engaged.

Responsibilities:

• To support all activities across the Supporter Engagement area, assisting to identify, develop and support fundraising opportunities to maximise activity and income.

Supporter Engagement

• Support on developing and coordinating fundraising across multiple streams, including individual giving (regular giving and supporter appeals), community fundraising and legacies.
• Building and maintaining relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Play a key role in achieving agreed income targets and helping to increase year-on-year.
• Play a key role in managing direct mailing campaigns when appropriate.
• Lead a number of innovative and impactful fundraising and supporter engagement projects on behalf of SolarAid.
• Focus on story-telling and equipping supporters, of all kinds, with the tools they need to spread the message to their networks.

Supporter Development

• When required, deliver talks to supporters, including schools and community groups.
• Provide outstanding stewardship of our supporters, developing a supporter journey that grows their connection to SolarAid, increasing engagement and giving.
• Through every interaction with supporters, aim to inspire and motivate people to support the work of SolarAid so that they can advocate on our behalf.
• Proactively identify and implement new ways of improving supporter engagement.
• Produce accurate and timely reports on activity and performance as required, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Work with all teams to coordinate and ensure consistent messaging and communications to encourage long-term relationships with our existing supporters.

About You

This is a great opportunity for an able and enthusiastic Supporter Engagement Officer, looking to progress to the next chapter in their career. You will have the following skills and experiences;

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively around processes, supporter communications and fundraising products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write own correspondence and draft effective copy.
• Able to present to audiences clearly and passionately.
• Experience of working in a fundraising team of a charity, particularly working in individual giving and/or community fundraising.
• Experience of using a CRM database (ideally Salesforce) to support relationship management alongside reporting and analysis of data to provide insights.
• Experience of managing, motivating and developing relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proven ability to engage, inspire and enthuse a range of supporters to raise funds and nurture relationships

Application Process

To kickstart the application process, please contact Seema Choudhury at today with your CV or profile.

The closing date for this role is Wednesday 4^th September with the view to interview week commencing 9^th September.

Charity People are committed to providing equal opportunities and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds. If you require any assistance or adjustments during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out.

We’re thrilled to be working with Herts Young Homelessness to recruit an Individual Giving Officer to join their small, dedicated team.  

Herts Young Homelessness works with 16–24-year-olds who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness and those whose families are at risk of relationship breakdown. Their services empower young people to deal with the difficult situations in their lives, giving them the ability and confidence to 'do it themselves' and ultimately find stability.

The postholder will manage a portfolio of individual donors, providing excellent stewardship through meaningful engagement and thoughtful communications. You’ll work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Communications and the Events Officer to achieve a team target of £453,000.

To succeed in the role of Individual Giving Officer, you will need:

• An understanding of support acquisition and retention, supporter journey development and motivations for giving
• Experience of using a CRM database to support relationship management
• Understanding of developing fundraising or communication initiatives or campaigns

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire

Deadline: ASAP

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Chloe on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]. 

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner. 

 

Frazzled Cafe is a small mental health and wellbeing charity founded by Ruby Wax OBE, that provides a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment where people who are feeling frazzled and overwhelmed by the stresses of modern life can meet on a regular basis to talk and share their personal stories. 

We run our free meetings online every single day of the year for anyone who needs them, and anyone can book and be included to talk, share, listen and to feel heard.

As part of our exciting plans for growth, we are seeking a Development Manager to lead on the organisation’s fundraising and communications to fulfil our mission and play a key role in supporting the next phase of Frazzled Cafe’s growth and development.

You will be responsible for developing and delivering an ambitious fundraising strategy with a range of fundraising activities focusing primarily on trusts and foundations but also individual donors, corporate partners and fundraising campaigns. You will also lead on creating a communications strategy to significantly grow our reach, brand and impact. Working with our Training and Programmes Manager, you will support our plans to expand our network of fantastic Volunteer Facilitators. 

This is an exciting, creative and flexible opportunity for the right person. The ideal candidate is someone with a demonstrable successful track record in fundraising, alongside the skills of a talented and persuasive communicator and relationship builder. They will be creative, solution focussed, willing to get stuck in and have good humour.

MAIN TASKS

Fundraising

● Lead on developing and delivering an annual fundraising strategy to support our ambitious plans for growth, securing a minimum of £250k per year from Trusts and Foundations, individual donors, fundraising events and campaigns, and corporate partnerships.

● Research and generate a pipeline of funding applications, including multi-year grant opportunities from Trusts and Foundations

● Lead on writing compelling applications and conversations with funders, talking persuasively and informatively about Frazzled Cafe’s work and impact

● Work with the CEO and trustees to develop new relationships with individual donors and strengthen partnerships with existing supporters

● Work with the CEO and Head of Training and Programmes to develop new opportunities for corporate sponsorship and partnerships

● Lead on organising fundraising events such as dinners with major funders and initiate and develop other opportunities for fundraising.

● Lead on Frazzled Cafe’s annual Big Give Christmas Challenge campaign and identify any other fundraising campaign opportunities throughout the year, with support from the Project Support and Administration Officer

● Prepare regular reports and updates for our funders, engaging them with our work and the impact of their support

● Ensure that Frazzled Cafe’s fundraising work is GDPR compliant and meets best practice standards.

Marketing and Communications

● Lead on the development of Frazzled Cafe’s first communications strategy to drive awareness and demand, grow our audiences and scale our impact.

● Work with the Project Support and Administration Officer to manage Frazzled Cafe’s socials, newsletters and website, growing engagement across all our channels

● Work with the Head of Training and Programmes to develop a communications strategy to attract and recruit more Volunteer Facilitators and attendees for our programme

● Help deliver Frazzled Cafe’s rebrand with external agency and lead on ensuring consistency in messaging across the organisation

● Lead on developing a suite of resources and materials that can be used to promote our services

● Work with and support the Project Support and Administrative Officer to capture and interpret data from our communications to maximise impact

● Bring innovative ideas to promote the charity externally to develop a national brand and awareness of what Frazzled Cafe offers.

Other:

 

● Work with and support the Project Support and Administrative Officer in relevant fundraising and communications tasks, delegating where appropriate.

● Participation in other projects/initiatives as required as a core member of the management team

● Work with the CEO and team to develop innovative and compelling ways to articulate the impact Frazzled Cafe has on its community

● Develop and maintain appropriate databases for recording our fundraising and communications work

Person Specification:

 

● Proven experience of successfully developing and implementing a fundraising strategy

● Demonstrable experience in a communications, or similar, role

● A demonstrable track record in writing successful funding applications and securing funds, including multi-year grants, from grant-making organisations

● Outstanding written and verbal communication skills demonstrating ability to produce persuasive and compelling copy and content

● A natural relationship builder with ability to influence and negotiate at all levels

● Competence and knowledge using communication tools and platforms  (Frazzled Cafe currently uses X, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn; Canva, Squarespace and Mailchimp)

● Strategic thinker and ability to turn ideas into action

● Pragmatic, project management approach to work and ability to meet regular, competing deadlines

● Excellent attention to detail and a positive, can do attitude

● Will have attended at least two Frazzled Cafe meetings ahead of the interview to understand our approach.

Corporate Partnerships Officer
Advancement
Full-time
Permanent
£33,368 per annum
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on Sunday 1 September 2024

About the role:

The British Museum's Advancement department is responsible for securing funds for the Museum from across a menu of different fundraising activities. The Corporate Partnerships team is responsible for developing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with sponsors, and members in the corporate sector.

A key aspect of the role is to support the Head of Corporate Partnerships with the management of existing relationships with corporate supporters. You will inherit a portfolio of current supporters wherein they are expected to plan, initiate and deliver activities to manage, maintain and grow relationships.

Additionally, the role requires a large focus on business development with opportunity to increase team revenue from new corporate sponsors, partners and members. The Corporate Partnerships Officer will liaise across various departments within the Museum to develop proposals, marketing materials, reports, monthly network news, and a variety of other team resources.

Key areas of responsibility:

Income Generation

• To be responsible for the day to day management and renewal of an agreed upon number of corporate sponsors, partners and members on an annual basis, recognising opportunities to increase revenue to sponsorship level when available.
• To recruit an agreed upon number of new corporate sponsors, partners and members on an annual basis (securing multi-year agreements whenever possible).
• To play an active role in development of new business pitches (with the support of either the Manager Corporate Relations or Head of Corporate Relations).

Account Management

• Maintaining regular communications with corporate supporters in the assigned portfolio and cultivating the relationships for future giving.
• Ensuring the efficient and complete delivery of benefits in consultation with the Events team.
• Identifying and encouraging senior relationships across both organisations.
• Ensuring Raiser's Edge fundraising database is updated and holds accurate information for each relationship in the portfolio.

Administration

• Liaise with Museum stakeholders to supply accurate information for use in sponsorship/funding proposals for current and/or prospective corporate supporters (i.e. become a subject matter expert for the Corporate Relations team in certain agreed upon funding areas of interest).
• Responsible for new business research, identifying and approaching suitable prospects, as well as coordinating response to specific interested prospects.

About you:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• IT proficient as well as experience using databases.
• Keen understanding of fundraising practices and principles alongside project management experience.
• High level of organisation, attention to detail and administrative skills and able to work to tight deadlines across multiple departments.
• Confident, diplomatic, persuasive and professional, able to stay motivated and willing to work outside of normal office hours.

About the British Museum:

Founded in 1753, the British Museum's remarkable collection spans over two million years of human history and culture. The Museum is a leading visitor attraction, and its world-famous collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, the Sutton-Hoo finds, and the Lewis Chessmen. The Museum also holds an extensive collection of prints and drawings spanning 600 years, including works by the greatest graphic artists Dürer, Michelangelo and Rembrandt.

You can view a selection of our impressive collection of prints and drawings in our .

The Museum offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 10 years' service) plus 2.5 privilege days and plus bank holidays.
• Membership of the civil service defined benefit pension scheme (find out what benefits a civil service pension provides).
• Free entry to a wide range of museums and exhibitions
• Participation in private and public Museum activities, including talks by leading curators from around the world and behind-the-scenes opportunities to learn how museums care for and manage their extraordinary collections.
• Interest-free travel, bicycle, and rental deposit loans
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on food and gift shop purchases

Additional details:

For more information about this role, please see the job description.

If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of in order to support you with your application, please provide details

The British Museum is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from unlawful discrimination or harassment. We value the benefits that a diverse workforce brings to a Museum which represents world culture. The Museum is committed to ensuring that no job applicant suffers unlawful discrimination because of any protected characteristics. Our recruitment procedures aim to ensure that individuals are treated because of their relevant knowledge, skills and experience.

We offer a flexible way of working that allows our employees to work remotely in a way that suits them and the organisation. We welcome questions and conversations at interview stage about how flexible working could work for you.

The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.