Fundraising Administration Executive

Fundraising Administration Executive

Salary: £25,500.00 Per Annum, Plus Desirable Benefits

Full-Time, Permanent Position

Based at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve

This is a newly created and pivotal role in The Aspinall Foundation’s small fundraising team. The Fundraising Administration Executive will be responsible for the delivery and implementation of the charity’s key adoption fundraising programme and supporting the effective running of the Department as a whole.

The Fundraising Administration Executive will administer The Aspinall Foundation supporter database (Donorfy) including maintaining accurate contact details and contact preferences, in line with GDPR consent, and gift aid eligibility. You will prepare and collect direct debit payments, oversee the import and administration of all new regular givers, accurately record all income, manage supporter communication, administer digital and third-party adoption platforms, and provide ad hoc support with project administration or event facilitation.

A full job description is available on request.

Who we are looking for:

The ideal candidate will be looking to advance their career in fundraising, and will be dedicated to providing supporters with an exceptional experience, ensuring they feel supported and appreciated every step of the way.

You will have a proven track record and passion for delivering outstanding customer service, with excellent communication skills and a high level of attention to detail. You will have prior experience using a CRM database, alongside excellent IT skills including the use of MS office applications. You have the ability to work flexibly, be responsive to changing demands, and work collaboratively as part of a busy team, pitching in whenever and wherever needed.

You will have an interest or connection to our cause and a real desire to help the rewilding of animals and animal conservation. Previous experience of working in the charity sector, and knowledge of GDPR is desirable.

Contract details:

This is a full-time, permanent position, working 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9-5pm. This role is based at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve near Folkestone and Ashford. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. A reliable mode of transport is recommended due to our remote location

About The Aspinall Foundation:

The Aspinall Foundation’s mission is to prevent the extinction of endangered animals. Our overseas project teams work with communities and Governments in Gabon, Congo, Madagascar, South Africa and Java to develop a balanced and sustainable future with wildlife and people living harmoniously side by side. By working in partnership with our two wild animal parks in Kent we have rewilded hundreds of captive-born endangered animals back to their natural habitat to support and restore native wild populations.

Why you should join us:

As well as walking to work surrounded by the calls of Howler monkeys and the roars from our pride of Lions, you will also join a supportive team who are passionate about their place of work.

You can also expect a host of other benefits including:

• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, rising with length of service. (Pro-rated to start date)
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including workshops and e-learning
• Unlimited free entry for you and a person of your choice into both of our parks as well as friends and family tickets.
• Exceptional discounts on food, retail and accommodation at our parks.
• Numerous retail discounts and access to a 24-hour counselling line through our Healthy Extras Scheme.
• Company Pension.

To apply: If you want to work in an exciting and unique environment where no two days are the same, please email your C.V. and covering letter.