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The Fundraiser will play a key role in raising funds and awareness for the Friends of Bereaved Families Forum, a UK charity established to support the work of the Parents' Circle in Israel and Palestine. 

This individual will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, and ensuring the sustainability and growth of our programs. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the peace mission and values of the Bereaved Families Forum.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Fundraiaser will work in close consultation with the Chair, Trustees and with members of the Steering Committee in carrying out the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with the organization's goals. Develop strategies to expand, enhance and cultivate the current donor base. Set targets for fundraising and report against targets.
• Identify new donors and cultivate existing donors. seek new sources of funding such as charitable foundations and trusts. Submit grant applications and reports, as needed.
• Develop and maintain database of donors and donations.
• Constantly follow PCFF activities, projects, achievements, and evolving content matter. Work closely with the PCFF Israeli-Palestinian fundraising team to address needs and identify opportunities.
• Organisation of speaking visits to the UK by PCFF representatives. Plan programme of events and manage relevant arrangements, bookings, etc. Designing and executing a programme of awareness-raising and fundraising events, marketing, and alumni engagement.
• Maintain and increase FBFF’s media presence – in Jewish, Christian, Muslim and national press.
• Field general queries from external groups and individuals.
• Newsletter - produce and distribute periodic written/visual material about FBFF activities for the newsletter and translating/adapt relevant PCFF materials for UK audiences. Constantly increase distribution and readership.
• Constant update of social media and website – [may work with website maintainer on improving design]
• Steering Committee - set up and attend meetings, prepare agendas, reports, minutes, and other relevant documentation – and work closely with members to initiate and develop activities.
• Reporting - monthly, in a format to be agreed to the Chair and Trustees on activities, achievements, and future plans.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

Educated to at least degree level or equivalent experience - Desirable

Values

Believe in and share the core values of the organisation - Essential

Experience

Essential

- Experience in fundraising administration, researching potential donors/trusts and assisting in creating fundraising opportunities

- Experience in organising events

- Experience of working successfully as part of a team

Desirable

- Experience in writing trust applications 

- Experience of using a fundraising database

- Experience in writing articles, newsletters or copy for magazines or similar 

Skills and Abilities

Essential

- Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills

- Highly developed organisational skills, able to meet deadlines and manage a varied workload

- Good verbal and written communication skills. You must be able to write clearly and expressively

- Attention to detail

- Ability to identify, initiate and sustain effective relationships with donors, other professionals and organisations.

- Excellent interpersonal skills that demonstrate a balance of warmth and boundaries

Desirable

Excellent presentation

Knowledge of history of Middle East and in particular Israel/Palestine desirable

Community Fundraising Officer – Temporary Position from July 24 for 6 months (£24-25k)

Remote working with regular travel to the West Midlands and London as required

Why join the UK Sepsis Trust (UKST)? Because there’s an exciting opportunity to work for a significant cause and help build its sustainable future. We’re building our new fundraising team and this temporary role will play an important part in accelerating our ambitious plans to increase annual income during 2024/25.

You will become the fourth member of the Fundraising Team (there are 3 full time staff) and will help to support the fundraising team.

Sepsis is the immune system’s overreaction to an infection or injury. There are over 245,000 cases each year in the UK with approximately 48,000 deaths. UKST aims to reduce preventable deaths from this ‘killer’ condition. We achieve this by:

· Raising awareness

· Supporting those affected by sepsis

· Educating health professionals

· Lobbying political organisations for better sepsis and severe infection care

Key Responsibilities

1. Deliver supporter journeys i.e. fundraising resources and stewardship communications to maximise supporter numbers, retention and engagement.

2. Use UKST’s CRM system (Raiser’s Edge) to accurately capture fundraiser information and key data contributing to the improved development and implementation of fundraising processes.

3. Communicate proactively and effectively with team members to pass on all relevant information, deliver excellent supporter care and to maximise fundraising opportunities. 

4. Provide excellent customer service members of the public, either via phone, mail and in person, help to develop Fundraising activity whilst also offering our Support Services where necessary.

5. Represent the charity as and when required in schools, local businesses, and community groups, including speaking at events if – not essential

6. Keep up to date with best practice in fundraising and ensure compliance with the latest legislation and guidelines.

7. Assist in prioritising & managing enquiries about our Community Fundraising Programme via our dedicated inboxes.

8. Work collaboratively with the fundraising team and our Communications and Marketing Team to ensure maximum press and social media coverage is obtained for UKST’s community fundraising activities.

 

Day to day activities will include:

1. Managing an inbox and replying to enquiries in a timely and professional manner

1. Problem solving for fundraisers – finding the optimum way they can achieve their goals

2. Support the Event Team Lead with sending out merchandise

2. Download Giving reports and send thank yous to donors and fundraisers

3. Record Supporter details on CRM

4. Cover for holiday periods and manage an inbox in their absence

 

 

To be successful in this role you will have:

1. Experience of working in fundraising in a UK registered charity

2. Experience of donor relationship management using a fundraising CRM.

3. An understanding of community fundraising.

4. A proven track record of working effectively in a team.

5. Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills.

6. The ability to prioritise diverse workloads and meet shifting demands.

7. Flexibility to work evening and weekends as necessary and travel when required.

8. The ability to undertake most of your work remotely, and plan and co-ordinate your day effectively.

Impact Coordinator

Location: Bromley by Bow
Job Type: Full time, 35 hours
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £31,000 per annum

The Impact Coordinator will support the Centre’s impact management and research strategy through a robust analysis of our clients current and future programmes of work, to ensure they achieve their aim of enabling their community to thrive and can communicate the difference their work is making, clearly and with confidence.

This role builds on their significant investment in the development of their evaluation principles, the development of the Outcomes Framework, the CRM development, community research and in team ability and capacity to engage with data and impact.

The role will promote a positive culture of collaboration, innovation and inclusivity across the organisation and with external stakeholders. It will also support the development of innovative, inspiring and viable service propositions.

Key responsibilities

The role includes the following duties however these may change as the post evolves:

• Work with the delivery teams to ensure they collect the right data, qualitative and quantitative, to demonstrate their impact.
• Support the delivery of a common evaluation approach across the organisation, building on commitments to current and future funders
• Regularly check data quality (both qualitative as quantitative) and raise gaps / issues / concerns to the attention of the Impact Manager and Joint Heads of Delivery and Impact
• Support the further development and implementation of the CRM (shared database) across all areas of delivery.
• Support effective data collection through various methods e.g. supporting reflective sessions, running interviews and focus groups, support at events, facilitating project reviews etc.
• Working with the delivery teams and the Impact Manager, support the development of a culture of engagement with impact data (both qualitative and quantitative) and learning across the delivery teams
• Help make and maintain in-house system adaptations to support our impact management
• Working with the Impact Manager, write CRM scoping requests
• Working with the Impact Manager, develop a regular cycle of internal impact reporting and produce relevant reports on time and at high quality and support project evaluations of internal and partner projects
• Support the delivery teams as well as the Income Generation and Marketing teams by responding to requests for information and insight with robust and persuasive data and reporting
• In general, proactively search to deepen their understanding of the impact of their work, explore improvements to their data collection and analysis and share it across the organisation through training and process improvements
• Work proactively with our clients (and where relevant GP Practice) staff to provide timely feedback on the support provided to individuals

Essential skills, experience and knowledge

• Commitment to the vision and mission of the organisation
• Knowledge and understanding of the social determinants of health and how they impact on integrated services in a community setting
• Understanding of the systemic inequalities and barriers that people in their community face and a commitment to antiracist and inclusive practice
• Previous experience of embedding and managing impact frameworks and reporting within an organisation
• Understanding of a mixed method evaluation approach, founded on a theory of change
• Experience of primary qualitative data collection and analysis
• Experience of report-writing to a high standard
• Strong analytical skills – naturally curious and inquisitive
• Experienced database user with the demonstrable ability to learn new systems quickly
• Ability to easily communicate complex information to various audiences and to support the use of data to inform decisions and tell stories
• Strong experience of building and sustaining positive relationships, and able to positively influence internal and external stakeholders
• Flexibility and a willingness to work in innovative and non-traditional ways

Desirable experience

• Experience of Microsoft Dynamics highly desirable
• Experience of creative and inclusive research methods, such as participatory appraisal tools, and of reflective practice
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

You may also have experience in the following: Social Worker, Link Worker, Advise, Counselling, Not For Profit, Charity, Advocacy, Nursing, Advice Worker, Service Coordinator, Project Coordinator, Service Delivery, Impact Manager, impact assessment, etc.

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Founded in 1993, Exeter Community Initiatives aims to improve the quality of life for people and communities in the Exeter area, and beyond. Over the years, we have helped over 50,000 people through our work. 

Working as part of the Wellbeing Exeter partnership, we have a team of Community Builders working across Exeter and Cranbrook.  They help to create new networks, connect people and opportunities, and look at what community spaces, skills, groups and people exist in an area. 

Are you interested in people, able to listen to their points of view, good at motivating people and passionate about building and strengthening local communities? This is an exciting and varied role for dynamic and confident individuals, in which the right candidate will work directly within communities in Exeter; bringing people together to improve wellbeing and make the community a better place to live!  

Key Responsibilities 

• Maps and maintains awareness of formal and informal community activity andprovision. 
• Identifies community assets and resources 
• Listens widely to people of all ages and backgrounds within the community tounderstand more about people’s lives and how they feel about their community 
• Supports motivated individuals to transform ideas into action for the benefit ofthemselves and others.
• Identifies people who are natural connectors and natural leaders withinneighbourhoods 
• Advocates for the community or underrepresented aspects of the community 
• Develops insight into power dynamics within a community and supports peopleto understand, manage and challenge these, where necessary. 
• Maintains awareness of City and County initiatives and developments thatpresent opportunities for citizens to be more engaged and have influence overwhat happens in their communities. 
• Builds & maintains co-operative internal and external relationships as part of the
• Wellbeing Exeter partnership including attending training, meetings andactivities. 
• Actively markets and promotes the programme within communities 
• Collects evidence of outputs and outcomes, ensuring consistent implementationof the monitoring and evaluation process. 

Part Time, Permanent - Fixed Term for 2 years 

£26,265 pro rata 

Vacancy 1 - 15 hours per week (£10,648 pro rata) 

Vacancy 2 - 20 hours per week (£14,197 pro rata) 

We would consider offering the above as one combined role - 35 hours per week (£24,845 pro rata) 

Hybrid working locations (home/office blend) 

26 days holiday plus bank holidays with 1 extra day for each full year of service, up to 31 days 

A Pension Scheme is available with a 5% contribution from the employer, provided it is matched by a minimum contribution of 3% from the employee 

Title: Country Fundraiser

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Salary: Local terms and conditions apply

Contract: 2 year Fixed Term Contract (renewable)

Hours: Full time - 35 hours per week

About the role

Sightsavers Nigeria has an exciting and fulfilling opportunity to join the team as the Country Fundraiser, where you will secure funding from new and existing foundations and corporate partners as well as managing and maintaining donor relationships to achieve annual income targets and deliver significant year-on-year long term growth.

The Country Fundraiser will engage with high net worth individuals within Nigeria that are able to contribute towards annual planned funding growth that will be toward vital programmes in Nigeria, they will also collaborate with other fundraising teams in Sightsavers to implement the Global Fundraisings team's plans for Nigeria.

The duties of the Country Fundraiser include:

1. Proposal Development:

Develop and deliver high quality funding proposals to prospect pipelines and targets of high value, as well as new and existing corporate partners and Nigerian foundations, supporting the implementation of the overall Sightsavers Nigeria Foundation funding strategy. With direct involvement in the planning, coordination, and production of proposal writing. 

1. Building strategic relationships:

Develop and maintain key external and internal relationships critical to fundraising activities towards achieving planned objectives.

1. Individual Giving:

Develop key external and internal relationships critical for the achievement of planned objectives with these high-net-worth donors. To take personal responsibility for delivering agreed targets in line with the team strategy of securing planned income.

1. Strategy and planning:

Develop and implement vital operational plans in support of fundraising strategies, including creation of bespoke development plans to engage new prospects, and to encourage growth in income from existing corporate partners and Nigerian foundation portfolios. Identify and research new prospects to introduce into pipeline. 

1. Contract Management and Reporting:

Manage funding contracts and grants for agreed Sightsavers' projects to deliver on internal and external reporting requirements:

1. Work with the Country Director and Board of Sightsavers Nigeria Foundation on income, key performance indicators, prospecting, and account planning.

1. Report to donors on project delivery.

1. Develop communication plans to support corporate funding partnerships.

1. Market understanding:

Develop and maintain a broad knowledge and understanding of the corporate social responsibility agenda of corporate organisations/partners in Nigeria and advise the country office on potentials areas of collaboration and fundraising. 

The Country Fundraiser role is a highly varied and involved position and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills (below). Please see the for full details.

As the ideal candidate you will posses extensive fundraising experience in Nigeria that has involved high level relationships and high net worth individuals. You will have proven success in cultivating new relationships with prospective supporters/clients and maintaining relationships with existing supporters/clients and have a background in fundraising from corporate/foundation fundraising and/or major individual donors and/or significant experience of working at senior level, in a fundraising, marketing or sales capacity.

Further requirements include:

• Experience working at senior level externally to develop high value relationships.

• A proven track record of meeting or exceeding financial targets and soliciting gifts from donors, or business in a commercial setting.

• Knowledge of the principles of corporate, foundation and major donor fundraising.

• Significant experience of successful face-to-face donor / customer contact, building long term relationships.

• Extensive experience and knowledge of good fundraising practice and relevant legal issues or equivalent from a commercial setting.

• Experience of working for an NGO/INGO.

• Strong listening and negotiating skills.

• First class presentation and writing skills, including preparation of proposals, project budgets, reports.

• An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for disabled people.

Candidates are welcome to demonstrate their ability to match the person specification by expanding on how their experience, training and/or qualifications might have provided them with the knowledge or skills required for the role. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please submit your CV via our recruitment portal. We are particularly interested in learning of your motivations for applying and your fundraising experience.

Closing date: 14 July 2024

As a global equal opportunities employer, Sightsavers is committed to embracing diversity throughout our workforce by creating an inclusive environment that reflects the many cultures and locations where we work. Our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and we will actively promote the inclusion of individuals with a disability. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.

The Queen's Nursing Institute is looking for a Digital Engagement Officer. The post holder will be a key contributor to the QNI's digital content and support the QNI's digital infrastructure including websites, social media, financial administration and Customer Relationship Management system. This is an exciting role which will allow someone with creativity and precision to grow and demonstrate their potential, within a supportive and friendly team environment. 

Our Employee Fundraising team creates and delivers innovative, fun, and exciting fundraising products and events for our corporate partners. Now, more than ever, the funds we raise with our corporate partners, are needed to support programme delivery across the country, helping young people into jobs and education. So as a team, our values of courage and ambition, drive us forward to raise as many unrestricted funds as possible.

Our team raises £2million each year which directly impacts young lives – with big growth plans for the next three years. This role is focused on developing our Million Makers challenge, our flagship entrepreneurial fundraising competition. As we move into a growth phase, this opportunity will drive innovation, and strategic projects and manage some of our largest Million Makers partners. Success will be measured on the ability to deliver growth in income, employee engagement, and reputation across the sector.

We’re looking for someone who has fundraising experience, is a strong project manager, driven and innovative. And of course, genuinely passionate about fundraising for Young People.

Our Employee Fundraising team creates and delivers innovative, fun, and exciting fundraising products and events for our corporate partners. Now, more than ever, the funds we raise with our corporate partners, are needed to support programme delivery across the country, helping young people into jobs and education. So as a team, our values of courage and ambition, drive us forward to raise as many unrestricted funds as possible.

Our team raises £2million each year which directly impacts young lives – with big growth plans for the next three years. This role is focused on developing our Million Makers challenge, our flagship entrepreneurial fundraising competition. As we move into a growth phase, this opportunity will drive innovation, and strategic projects and manage some of our largest Million Makers partners. Success will be measured on the ability to deliver growth in income, employee engagement, and reputation across the sector.

We’re looking for someone who has fundraising experience, is a strong project manager, driven and innovative. And of course, genuinely passionate about fundraising for Young People.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The Prince’s Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need an Employee Engagement Executive - Fundraising? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Employee Engagement Executive - Fundraisings! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – PT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), PT GEN (Gender Equality Network), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The Prince's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Diversity Champion and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by PT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), PT GEN (Gender Equality Network), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and Pulse (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

Fundraising Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Fundraising Manager to become a vital part of a small, friendly and ambitious fundraising team.

Position: Fundraising Manager

Location: Hybrid working – primarily homebased with occasional travel to Maidenhead

Salary: £34,978 per annum

Contract: Full time, permanent

About the role:

The fundraising team raise approximately £400K annually and aspiring to grow by over half a million by 2025. You will be responsible for leading and growing income via the charities Corporate Partnerships and Sporting Challenges. The ideal candidate will have high-level experience in corporate fundraising.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide excellent account management to some of the charities existing and new corporate relationships.
• Carry out effective prospect research.
• Engage companies in our sporting challenges.
• Nurture effective relationships with corporate partners to achieve the best outcomes for the charity.
• Manage and grow the charities portfolio of challenge events to maximise income from this fundraising stream to achieve and exceed set income and expenditure targets, offering opportunities for engagement, and fundraising across the calendar year.
• Plan and deliver the marketing and recruitment of a range of events, including the London Marathon and other major running, hiking, cycling, swimming, skydiving and ultra-challenges.
• Coordinate and create content for the Fundraising Team communications via social media and digital communications to increase engagement from supporters.
• Create and manage annual budget lines to ensure income and expenditure meet set financial targets to maximise a return on investment.
• Monitor and report on income and expenditure for the relevant budget lines.
• Actively participate in team meetings.
• Attend key fundraising events and annual conference.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A proven track record of successfully managing a charity’s corporate partnerships and sporting challenges.
• Good knowledge of the principals of customer service/supporter care and donor development.
• Sound knowledge of GDPR and the impact on fundraising in terms of on-going consent and deletions of donors.
• Significant experience of working within a charity in a similar fundraising role.
• Experience of developing new fundraising products and building a programme of engagement to grow fundraising income.
• Experience of managing events, preferably sporting challenge events.
• Excellent digital skills with experience of using a variety of online platforms, including website editing, image re-sizing, social media, and e-news content creation.
• Experience of using a CRM database to maintain data accurately, and an understanding of how to extract and evaluate information.
• Strong presentation, negotiation and influencing skills with a creative and entrepreneurial outlook.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent MS Office skills in the use of email, Word and Excel and PowerPoint.
• Use of social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter including knowledge of a content management system for updating websites and images.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Fundraising, Corporate Fundraiser, Fundraising Manager, Regional Fundraising Manager, Fundraiser, Fundraising, Corporate Fundraiser, Events Fundraiser, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Major Donor Fundraiser, Challenge Events, Events Fundraising, Sporting Events Fundraising, Individual Giving, Donor Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Executive, Donor Partnerships etc.

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the design, delivery, and evaluation of Lancashire Youth Challenge's three core programmes: RESTORE, Time to Breathe, and Rise to the Challenge. This role ensures the smooth and effective administrative and financial operations of the charity and acts as a deputy for the Chief Executive Officer when necessary.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Programme Management

·Lead and manage Project Coordinators & Facilitators, ensuring high standards and budget compliance.

·Ensure projects are properly documented and evaluated in line with contractual and funding requirements.

·Serve as the primary contact for partners, clients, referral agencies, parents, and guardians, ensuring effective communication.

·Collaborate on the recruitment of young participants for all programmes.

Line Management

·Facilitate regular supervision meetings with Project Coordinators & Facilitators.

·Manage and facilitate regular team meetings with core and freelance staff.

·Oversee the management of Volunteers and Work Placements.

·Hold contractual responsibility for freelancers and visiting practitioners.

Administrational

·Oversee daily administrative operations of the charity.

·Manage external communications, including website and social media.

·Act as the main liaison with the landlord and attend venue management meetings.

·Compile robust evaluation documents and impact reports.

 

Financial

·Support the CEO in preparing financial reports for Trustees, funders, and partners.

·Manage daily financial tasks, including reconciliation, invoicing, and liaison with accountants and the Treasurer.

·Help prepare budgets for funding applications and reports.

·Co-manage the Investor and Sponsor programme.

Governance

·Ensure systems and structures support the Board of Trustees in fulfilling their statutory responsibilities and effectively managing the charity's affairs.

·Prepare reports and papers for Trustee and annual general meetings.

·Work with the CEO and Chair of Trustees on the development and management of a Youth Board.

·Attend and present at Trustee meetings when required.

 

General

 

·Attend regular supervision meetings with the CEO.

·Complete required training in Safeguarding, Mental Health First Aid, and Emergency First Aid at Work.

·Abide by all company policies and procedures.

·Report safeguarding concerns immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Officer (CEO).

·Engage in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.

·Work flexibly, including evenings and occasional Saturdays, to meet the charity’s needs.

·Assist in delivering other LYC projects and activities as needed.

·Act as deputy for the CEO when required.

Person Specification

 

Essential Criteria

A demonstrable passion for working with, supporting, and empowering young people.

A Level 5 or above qualification (ideally in a relevant subject) or significant work experience.

At least 3 years management experience, preferably within the youth charity sector.

Proven administrative skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, CRM systems, and accounting tools like Xero.

Significant project and people management experience.

Experience in managing partnerships with diverse organisations.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and proficiency in online communication.

Financial management experience.

Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Willingness to be flexible and responsive to the evolving needs of the charity.

Desirable Criteria

Experience in the development and management of youth programmes.

Proven ability to compile evaluation and impact reports.

Marketing experience.

Familiarity with budget preparation and financial reporting for non-profits.

Experience in managing investor and sponsor relationships

 

Our teams are made up of people who are committed to our ambitious goals – you do not need to be degree educated to secure a role, but you should be able to demonstrate a combination of experience and competence that meets the requirements of the role. Previous experience in business development, sales, or account management role required and ideally experience in the automotive industry or working with SMEs is advantageous. Experience in managing client relationships and partnerships at a mid or senior level and able to contribute constructively and generously as part of a wider team. You must be passionate about driving growth and making a positive impact through strategic partnerships. Able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

You will be responsible for:

• Growth (income, partnerships, promotion, participation and advocacy) in a designated geographic territory, or sector, within the UK automotive industry
• Identifying and pursue growth opportunities spending 60-80% of your time ‘on the road’ visiting and pitching new prospects and existing partners, and attending networking and industry events
• Agree new income-generating partnerships ensuring Ben’s employer proposition, fundraising events, products, and campaigns are consistently promoted to all employees
• Deliver targeted income growth by agreeing and facilitating corporate donations and fundraising to support our ambitious plans based on defined KPIs and targets
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within automotive companies and other industry organisations
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions and proposals that meet the needs of potential partners
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to identify strategic opportunities and challenges

• Research, qualify, prospect and pitch potential business opportunities with mid and senior level contacts in SLT, HR, People and Health & Wellbeing and relevant functions

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve revenue goals and targets

• Build and maintain a balanced pipeline of prospective clients and partners through proactive networking and relationship-building activities
• Lead the development and presentation of proposals, pitches, and partnership agreements in line with Ben’s strategic ambition
• Negotiate and agree ad-hoc and continuing corporate donations and fundraising in line with individual, team and organisation targets
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of growth strategies and initiatives, using a ‘test and learn’ approach to ensure maximum success

Conservation Investment Business Lead – Business Engagement
Reference: MAY20243845
Location: Flexible in UK
Salary: £43,096.00 - £46,264.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension, Life Assurance and Annual Leave
Duration: 12 Months

About the job

The RSPB are expanding our Business Engagement arm as we continue to build on recent successes and increased public awareness of our efforts to collaborate with businesses, enabling collective action in support of nature's recovery.The RSPB sees working with natural capital markets as a key tool to support our mission to solve the climate and nature crisis. We have an established and growing focus on using carbon markets to help us, and our partners, deliver restoration and conservation at scale in the UK.

To drive our carbon programmes forward, we are seeking to recruit an experienced individual who can work right across the organisation and with partners to secure new nature-based partnerships. You will play a vital role in raising awareness of the crisis that nature is facing and to make a significant impact in restoring habitats, saving species from extinction, and providing opportunities for people of all ages to connect more closely to nature - protecting it for the future.

About the Role

This role will support the development and delivery of the RSPB’s UK carbon partnerships and reporting directly to the Head of Corporate Partnerships. You will provide critical expertise and capacity needed to engage with business, driving significant income growth and reaching challenging targets.

You will work closely with Senior Programme Manager – Carbon Finance as well as with colleagues across Conversation Investment, Business Conservation Advice, and the wider Business Engagement function to secure high-value corporate partnerships which will have a significant impact in the fight against the dual nature and climate crisis.

You will play a leading role in the development and delivery of the overall sales strategy for business engagement and the conservation investment pipeline projects and to secure partnerships and blended finance models with a particular focus on carbon markets in the UK. This role will also be pivotal in acting as a conduit between the Business Engagement team and technical expertise in the Conservation Investment team and across the charity.

What we need from you

The post-holder will be someone who thrives in relationship management and successfully securing new partnerships.

The successful candidate will have significant B2B new business experience and a proven track record of securing complex corporate partnerships with strategic communications packages and financial values of £1m+.

Flexible location with regular travel across the UK to visit partners and attend events alongside scheduled working at the HQ in Sandy, Bedfordshire with team members - currently monthly.

Essentials:

• Experience in negotiating and securing high-value, multi-dimensional partnerships in the private or third sector.
• Able to take a leading role in the partnership development strategy, generating ideas, bringing external insight, and delivering on agreed areas of work.
• Experience in developing and implementing ambitious sector strategies and producing tailored new partnership propositions that meet corporate and RSPB objectives.
• Able to proactively generate leads, build networks, and influence others, both internally and externally to secure multi-dimensional £1m+ value partnerships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective proposal writing and correspondence to internal and external audiences.
• Logical, methodical and analytical, with good attention to detail, time management and organisational skills

Desirables:

• Exprience of utilising CRM systems
• Knowledge of natural capital markets specifically the voluntary carbon markets

Closing date: 23:59, Sun, 7th Jul 2024

We are looking to conduct interviews for this position on w/c 15th July 2024.

Interested?

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. 

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The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

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London W14

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 p.a. (FTE)

Direct Reports:  3 x Senior Managers (overall 25 staff)

Arrangements:  Hybrid: 3 days p/w in office, 2 days p/w remote; Full time or 4 days p/w p/t

 

We are recruiting a new Chief Executive Officer to develop and implement our new strategy and to inspire, motivate and lead the staff team to better serve and support Hammersmith and Fulham Mencap service users and work with our key stakeholders.

You will have a proven track record of leadership and fundraising/income generation (obtained in charity or commercial, public or private sectors); the vision to increase HF Mencap’s reach and impact; strong financial acumen; a warm and engaging personality; outstanding communication skills and the ability to relate very well to our community of service users, carers and families.

Crucially, you will have a strong commitment to and understanding of the nature of HF Mencap and our work and values: HF Mencap gives those with learning disabilities and autism the opportunity to achieve their full potential and live as independently as they can.

To request the Candidate Brief, please contact

Sara Kyte or Jonathan Lester - Kyte Lester Appointments

Closing date: 16 July 2024

Are you experienced in developing, managing, and growing corporate partnerships? Do you have a proven track record of building sustainable, income-generating partnerships that raise in excess of £1 million per annum? If so, we want you to play a pivotal role in our ambition to maximise income opportunities and support more children with life shortening conditions across Scotland.

 

We are excited to share news of an opening for a new Corporate Account Manager within our Partnerships and Philanthropy Team.

 

The Partnerships and Philanthropy team are moving through a period of change and growth which will set this team to strategically focus their resources and skill where it is most needed in order to attract, cultivate and retain valuable corporate partnerships. 

The role

Reporting directly to our Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy, the Corporate Account Manager will work closely with our Corporate Development Manager on the development of new partnerships and to ensure a smooth transition from new business to account management. Create inspiring engagement opportunities and lead the development stage of new accounts through to implementation.

You will also have the opportunity to build, lead and manage staff, financial and physical resources within Corporate Account Management team, ensuring the cost-effective delivery of fundraising activities whilst maximising opportunity.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have strong skill and experience in the following areas:

• Extensive experience working in corporate fundraising, ideally in an account management or combined corporate fundraising team or significant experience of working in a commercial marketing/sales position in a client facing role.
• Success growing income generated from existing accounts, maximising opportunity through building strong influential relationships and creating inspiring engagement opportunities.
• Experience of working as part of a cross-department team, to achieve the best outcome for CHAS.
• Building great relationships, internally and externally, to identify opportunities and maximise income.
• Leadership skills, including planning and prioritisation, and supporting others to reach their objectives.
• The ability to apply strong decision-making and critical thinking skills to balance investment vs return.
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to inspire

 

Why CHAS?

At CHAS, we support families during the toughest of times. We have ambitions to reach every family in Scotland who is living with the heart-breaking prognosis that their child is dying and offer them our care and support to empower them to make the most of the short time they have together. The skill, determination and creative flair of our Fundraising Teams makes this possible. 

We offer

• Flexible Working: our teams work flexibly and in a hybrid manner with time split between at home and onsite in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
• Development Opportunities: exposure to a variety of fundraising activities
• Professional Growth: Work with industry leaders in a high-performing team where you will be encouraged and supported to excel and develop your skills.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including generous annual leave and pension, incremental salary progression, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support.

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply! Follow the link to view our Recruitment Pack, contact the team and apply by answering a couple of questions and submiting your CV or completing our full application form.

We expect interviews to take place week commencing 29 July 2024.

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