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Are you a confident communicator with excellent writing skills? Are you passionate about improving living standards?
Then you might be just the right person to support our communications function at abrdn Financial Fairness Trust.
You’ll play a big part in helping to achieve the Trust’s goals by:
· Supporting the Head of Communications to administer the external relations functions of the Trust;
· Focussing on digital communications;
· Raising awareness and improving understanding of our work with a wide range of stakeholders.
We are looking for a communications professional with experience of social policy or campaign projects, you will report to the Head of Communications and work closely with our Policy and Public Affairs function.
Digital comms will be your thing as you will be creating and producing digital content, and managing the Trust’s website and social media accounts. You’ll have a strong interest in all things media as you’ll support the press office function such as managing press lists, taking media enquiries and writing press statements and other copywriting.
You’ll work alongside a small team of seven who are based between London and Edinburgh and work in a hybrid manner. You should be someone who is highly motivated with a can-do attitude, and the ability to occasionally travel within the UK.
The role would particularly benefit an individual with communications/media relations and/or public relations particularly in the third sector or government.
Please review the detailed job description attached for more information.
What you’ll get
It’s crucial that everyone in the team is passionate about our mission, but not at the expense of our lives outside of work. We strive to ensure everyone in the team has a good work-life balance, valuing flexible working and being open to conversations about what you need. You’ll work with a friendly and knowledgeable team of staff and Trustees, and a supportive and experienced manager.
You can choose how you work your 21 hours from the start of employment, you need to live close enough to commute to Edinburgh or London on occasion, and you’ll receive a salary of £38,702 FTE (£23,221 pro-rata) with a transparent pay scale in place. We know there’s more to life than just work, so you will have 40 days annual leave (24 pro rata including bank holidays), private medical care, income protection, life assurance and save for your future with 16% unmatched employer contribution to pension (plus an additional 2% match if you contribute). We have family-friendly policies and extra optional benefits to choose from too, such as discounted gym membership and good value travel insurance.
Interested in applying?
We’re committed to offering flexibility, so if you’re not sure if the role will work for your circumstances why not just ask us? And if there are reasonable changes we can make to our recruitment process to help you put your best self forward, we are happy to consider adjustments, as we know this can make a huge difference, especially for disabled people or people who are neurodiverse.
We are a proud Disability Confident Committed – Level One employer. If you have a disability and would like to submit your application under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire and one of the team will reach out to support you through the application process.
If you’re keen but still have a question or unsure if you meet the criteria, please don’t be afraid to ask – we would love to have a chat with you. Please email us and we will arrange a call with the line manager if needed.
Ready to apply?
Please complete the process by midnight on Sunday 1st December 2024 (extended from original closing date of Thursday 28th November 2024). Interviews will take place on Tuesday 10th December 2024 in person in Edinburgh or online based on your preference; and there may be a second interview.
We’re conscious it might look a little different – it’s part of the complexities of being under a larger organisation umbrella. If you have any problems navigating the system, please reach out to us by email. The most important thing is to upload your CV and supporting letter which should demonstrate how you meet the role requirements and why you’re a good fit. Please note the supporting letter should be uploaded in the same space as your CV – there is the possibility to include multiple attachments there or you could combine them into one document before uploading.
About the Trust
We’re a small team with a big goal. We’re a funder who wants to tackle financial problems and improve living standards for people on low-to-middle incomes in the UK. We fund up to £3m a year of policy, campaigning and research projects through our strategic programme, aiming to create real and lasting change. Our grants are awarded to organisations such as think-tanks, charities and universities who want to boost the personal and household finances of people on low-to-middle incomes, addressing issues such as pensions, savings, social security, taxation, debt, the cost of living and so much more. We aim to be an open and engaged funder that offers more than money, using our team’s expertise to work in collaboration with those we fund.
Our relationship with abrdn plc
We are an independent charitable funder. Our funding comes from the unclaimed assets from Standard Life’s demutualisation in 2006, which we received in 2017. The company has since merged and rebranded as abrdn. In December 2021 we changed our name from Standard Life Foundation to abrdn Financial Fairness Trust. The company supports us through in-kind donations such as office space. Decisions about our strategy and what we fund are made by our independent board of trustees.
Charitable foundation funding and commissioning research, policy work and campaigning to improve living standards of people on low to middle incomes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are excited to be working with Wellbeing of Women to recruit for a newly created role. As Philanthropy Executive you will be responsible for growing income from events, mid level donors, major donors and trusts and foundations.
The charity are in the first year of implementing a new fundraising strategy and you will be instrumental in developing the mid value programme, this is a real opportunity for an ambitious and driven fundraiser to really shape and develop this area for the charity.
This is a hybrid role with two days a week in the London office
The Charity
Wellbeing of Women are dedicated to improving health through pioneering research and campaigns to support those who most need it. You would be joining a driven and enthusiastic work culture, offering some attractive benefits including private health care, employee discount scheme and cycle to work scheme.
The Role
Work with the Community and Digital Fundraising Manager to identify mid level and major donors from appeals, challenge events and other ways of giving
Work with the Community and Digital Fundraising Manager to maximise giving by mid level donors to appeals.
Prospect research across mid level, major donors and Trusts and Foundations.
Support Fundraising events through prospect research, on the day relationship building and assisting with follow up post event.
The Candidate
Previous experience in a philanthropy or fundraising role.
Experience of supporting with major donor fundraising events.
Experience of working with a CRM database.
Excellent relationship building skills
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Location: Perry Green, Hertfordshire (with occasional travel to Leeds)
Contract Type: Full-time (35 hours/week) or Part-time (28 hours/week)
Flexible Working: Up to 2 days/week remote working after induction
The Henry Moore Foundation, established by one of the greatest sculptors of the twentieth century and the largest artist-endowed grant-giving foundation in Europe, is seeking a Chief Finance Officer (CFO) to manage its day to day financial activities, lead its financial strategy and help to ensure long-term sustainability. This is a unique opportunity to combine accountancy expertise with the chance to work in an inspiring, creative organisation with an international reach—surrounded by the legacy of Henry Moore in the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside.
As CFO, the successful candidate will manage all day-to-day financial operations, play an active role in the Senior Management Team, provide financial information and advice to the Board of Trustees, and lead the finance team of two direct reports. The role offers the opportunity to help shape the Foundation’s financial future while working in one of the UK's leading art institutions.
About the Role
The CFO will manage the day-to-day financial processes of the Foundation, including preparing budgets, management and annual accounts, drawing up VAT returns, payroll, and managing cash flow, while ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading financial strategy and planning to support the Foundation’s ambitions.
- Ability to combine a broad vision with detailed financial controls and understanding, balancing financial strategy alongside day to day processing
- Provide Trustees with the information and advice required to ensure effective corporate governance and financial viability
- Managing financial risks and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
- Managing significant cash movements for optimum yield
- Handling the financial aspects of acquisitions and disposals
- Review and sanction all agreements relating to financial duties, such as contracts for services and information technology assets
What you will bring?
The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with at least 3 years of senior management experience, ideally within the charity or cultural sector. You will have a strong understanding of charity finance regulations, VAT, Gift Aid, and financial reporting. Adaptability and flexibility are essential qualities in this role.
Key qualifications and experience include:
- Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Minimum 3 years of senior management experience
- Expertise in charity finance regulations and VAT
- Experience in significant cash movements and cash flow forecasting
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, BrightPay)
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
- Understanding of investments and endowments is desirable
Why Join the Henry Moore Foundation?
- Inspiring Location: Work from Perry Green, a tranquil, creative environment surrounded by Henry Moore’s monumental sculptures, and where he created his iconic works.
- Impact: Contribute to the financial sustainability of a world-renowned cultural institution and be part of a dynamic, globally influential organisation.
- Flexibility: Up to 2 days of remote working per week after induction.
- Competitive Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, pension (12.5%) contributions, and professional development opportunities.
This is a rare opportunity to combine day-to-day financial management with financial leadership and a passion for arts and culture. If you are an experienced finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact, if interested please apply below.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter (2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and why you’re the ideal fit for the role.
Deadline for applications:
Closing Date: Sunday 8th December
Longlisting: 12th December
Shortlisting: w/c 6th January
1st stage interviews: Thursday 16th January
2nd stage interviews: TBC
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It is often a role experienced fundraisers progress to but will suit a person with the right transferable skills. You may have experience of major donors in another fundraising role, or perhaps you’re an animal-loving fundraiser, sales or business development professional with a strong track record of understanding clients and listening to their motivations.
You need to be an effective and inspiring relationship builder, well organised, an excellent communicator, attentive to detail, and able to think on your feet. A love of animals, a passion for animal welfare, and an understanding of the special human-animal bond would be highly desirable for this role.
It is an exciting time to join the fundraising team at Raystede as we enter our third year of building our partnerships programme. You will work closely with the Corporate and Trusts Fundraisers, as well as the wider team, including the Community and Individual Giving teams.
You will also be working closely with our animal care teams on animal welfare related projects as well as our estate teams, trustees and senior management team.
We are growing our income generation to meet the challenges on behalf of the animals in our care who do not have a voice of heir own. The role of Major Donor Fundraiser is crucial to ensuring our supporters are engaged deeply with our cause, through strong stewardship and cultivation activity.
The Major Giving programme is well underway, and you will be supported to deliver excellent stewardship and design a personal stewardship programme. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, you will have autonomy, be encouraged to take an innovative approach to stewardship and be supported to continue your professional development.
We would love to hear from you if you:
- Are an experienced fundraiser or account manager with excellent relationship development skills.
- Can inspire and influence supporters to deepen relationships.
- Can work with discretion, tact and sensitivity.
- Have excellent networking skills, able to network at the highest level and work closely with our CEO, Trustees and Senior Management Team.
- Have good IT skills, including CRM databases and MS Office applications.
- Want to make a real, tangible impact to the lives of animals.
- Have the passion and drive to go the extra mile, keeping excellent donor care and animal welfare at the heart of everything you do.
About Raystede
Raystede is a charity that aims to give animals a better life through rehoming, rehabilitation and sanctuary, and give people the support and knowledge they need to treat animals with care and respect. Raystede is Sussex’s biggest animal welfare charity, with nearly 70 years’ experience of caring for and rehoming animals. Uniquely, we care for a huge range of animals - from dogs, cats and donkeys to rabbits, parrots and alpacas. Our experience, expertise and partnerships enable us to deliver an exceptional quality of care for the animals we help. Many of the animals have been neglected, abused or exploited. Raystede helps most of the animals find new homes but also provides life-long sanctuary for elderly horses and other animals that cannot be rehomed. Raystede provides love and safety to those animals that would have nowhere else to go.
To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please refer to our website for contact information.
Closing date for applications is 19 December 2024, however interviews are being conducted on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
HEAD OF TREATMENT SERVICES (CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST 8B)
Reporting to: Clinical Lead
Location of Work: Home/Remote working with some travel for meetings and events.
About Trauma Treatment International
Trauma Treatment International (TTI) is a registered charity in the UK. Our focus and expertise is in providing evidence-based psychological treatment and support to victims of collective violence around the world. As well as providing treatment for victims directly, we also support organisations that are trauma-exposed through their work to uphold human rights, in order to mitigate the impact of trauma in the workforce.
This is a highly rewarding role and an exciting opportunity to join our small and experienced clinical team, to directly support individuals working to tackle collective violence and adults affected by torture, trafficking, slavery, persecution and war. The role offers the potential to work creatively and flexibly internationally, network with fantastic organisations and help to influence and shape TTI’s clinical strategy and activities in this pivotal time in the organisation’s development.
KEY SUMMARY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Clinical Supervision
● Oversee all services involving individual clinical work (treatment) for TTI in line with the delivery of TTI’s overarching operations, projects and priorities.
● Be responsible for recruitment, line management and clinical supervision of clinical staff and associate and associated management responsibilities
● Contribute to the development of TTI’s strategic vision and annual delivery planning, models of service delivery, standards and clinical governance.
● Input into key organisational policies and procedures
Supervision and Team Development
● Promote clinical and counselling psychology/ trauma treatment as a career
● Develop and implement strategies to actively promote diversity in the clinical team and champion culturally sensitive approaches to trauma treatment through research, partnerships and new projects.
● Identify opportunities to develop Quality Improvement Projects.
● Oversee performance management and CPD opportunity development of direct reports
Operational Delivery
● Hold an individual caseload at all times.
● Review and maintain quality assurance of clinical services, providing data for monitoring, evaluation and learning and reporting processes.
● Ensure a partnership approach to clinical practice.
● Deliver robust service agreements with client organisations and referral partners
Key Required Experience:
● HCPC registered psychologist who has completed Post Graduate doctoral level training in counselling or clinical psychology.
● Minimum 5 years post registration experience working within mental health services.
● Up to date knowledge and experience of working with clients with PTSD, complex PTSD, dissociative symptoms, anxiety and / or depression.
For full details of the role responsibilities and the person specification please refer to the Full Job Description attached.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
● 31 days annual leave pro rata to reflect contractual hours (including bank holidays and 3 mandatory days for Christmas)
● 3% Employer Pension contribution
● Commitment to staff wellbeing as a trauma informed organisation
● Commitment to personal and professional development
How to apply
To apply for this position please submit a full CV and supporting statement of no more than one side of A4 outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
Trauma Treatment International (TTI) is committed to supporting you with your application. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
If you have any questions, or any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the selection process then please contact Jenny George
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
Peer Support Service has been established in the Community Mental Health Teams in Southampton for over three years, working in partnership with our colleagues in The Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As a Peer Worker you will work alongside both Solent Mind and HIOW NHS colleagues to listen, connect and inspire hope authentically, through your lived experience.
About you
It is essential that you have your own lived experience and have a key understanding of the role of peer support in mental health as well as the ability to manage your own time with competing priorities taking responsibility for your own work and accountabilities.
About us
We're Solent Mind! We’re part of a network of over 100 Local Minds who tailor trusted mental health services to our communities. We set our own strategies and partnerships and rely on the support of our brilliant local fundraisers.
We collaborate with Mind to make sure their pioneering campaigns, information and research make a difference in Hampshire. Together, we make better mental health possible both locally and nationally.
Benefits
Our Gold Award for Workplace Wellbeing Index 2022/2023 and being a Mindful Employer reflects our commitment to our lively, friendly teams. We empower our people to have a voice, discover new opportunities and develop their careers. In addition to knowing you’re making a difference, you’ll also enjoy excellent benefits, including:
- Flexible working to promote a healthy work/life balance
- 25 days’ annual leave rising incrementally to 30 days per year (pro rata for part-time)
- Pension plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticket and cycle-to-work scheme
If you’re ready to join the fight for mental health, visit our website to find out more and apply.
Closing date: Tuesday 17 December 2024.
Interview date: Thursday 2 January 2025.
Posts may be subject to a relevant DBS check.
Solent Mind welcomes applications from all the communities in which we work. Appointments are made on merit.
Registered Charity No: 1081116. Registered with Limited Liability in England and Wales No: 4004500.
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Integrity Action is looking for a climate expert with strong programme design expertise to strengthen and expand our climate programming portfolio. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with our senior management team to maintain and elevate the quality of our programmes and fundraising. You’ll bring technical knowledge and thought leadership to shape our current and future climate-focused programming, driving meaningful change in alignment with Integrity Action's mission.
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Muslim Charities Forum, established in 2007, is the network of UK-registered Muslim-led charities. We support the sector through training, resources and sharing of best practice to ensure that charities can grow and help those in need through social action and systemic change.
Role: Sector and Business Development Lead
Employer: Muslim Charities Forum (MCF)
Salary: £36,500 – £38,625 per annum, dependent on experience and
potentially more is available for the right candidate.
Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week Mon – Fri, in-office
Position: Permanent
Location: London SE1 (nearest stations Waterloo and Lambeth North)
Closing date for applications: extended to the 13th December.
Further information and to apply:
Please read the full Job Description and Person Specification:
Background: Muslim Charities Forum (MCF) is the UK network for British Muslim charities working for social good in the UK and internationally. Through our network of almost 300 charitable organisations, we aim to collectively build a more accountable, transparent and efficient British Muslim charitable sector, in order to improve our ability—both as individual organisations and as a sector—to contribute to a more just and sustainable world. Along with our member organisations, we work with a wider network of partners that includes non-member NGOs, regulatory bodies, civil society partners, and academic institutions, to drive systemic change.
Job Purpose: MCF has a small team, but our impact is far-reaching. The Sector and Business Development Lead has an important role in supporting members and the wider British Muslim charity sector, reporting and working directly with the CEO. The postholder will be responsible for managing change management, organisational development and capacity building support to the voluntary, community and third sector in 4 core areas including governance, organisational development, volunteering and fundraising. The post holder will be responsible for coordinating and over-seeing advice and guidance to groups around these topics, ensuring that they are informed of the regulatory and legal information necessary, encouraging full compliance with legislation through a designed health-check framework. They will be supported by the wider MCF team as well as trusted external partners and specialists.
The aim of the role is to support the broader work of MCF in developing a strong Muslim-led charity sector, including delivery of workshops and policy development relevant to the speciality areas connected with this post.
Main Responsibilities
As part of our team, you will:
• Support organisations by facilitating guidance on best practice across the 4 core areas of governance, organisational development, volunteering and fundraising.
• Identifying and delivering training and resources in the 4 core areas outlined with support from the wider MCF team.
• Managing the development of practical support and advice for activities such as creating, modifying a constitution, restructuring a charity, social investment and business development.
• Identifying patterns and common issues arising from contact with organisations within the sector that indicate individual and organisational development and capacity needs and developing a suitable response to address the need.
• Focus on capacity building through the development and management of support in relation to identified needs.
• Record all support given on our CRM and through reporting structures.
• Work with specific member charities to complete a Charity Health Check form that covers all aspects of managing their charity, ranging from governance issues, safeguarding, volunteering and fundraising.
• Help identify those charities where direct support is required and work with them, alongside MCF senior leadership, to deliver effective change.
• Work with the wider team to establish a designed framework of support including the development of resources and briefs. • Coordinate a network of pro-bono support from specialist practitioners, checking their credentials and maintaining relationships.
• Support the leadership team to ensure processes are in place to maintain and build the MCF’s reputation as an accessible, well-governed, transparent, and accountable infrastructure charity.
• Gather impact monitoring quantitative and qualitative data for reporting and monitoring purposes.
• Maintain confidentiality in all appropriate areas concerning MCF or other charitable organisations internal affairs.
• Contribute to the progress, success and impact of MCF as the network of British Muslim-led charities.
About you:
The successful postholder will demonstrate the following:
ESSENTIAL:
• Understanding of key charity legislation, compliance and regulations in charity and community settings.
• Experience in social action business development, working with a range of organisations.
• Experience in change management and business analysis.
• Experience on over-seeing schemes of work.
• Experience in developing creative solutions.
• Demonstratable understanding of civil society issues impacting grassroots and faith led or minority-led groups.
• Excellent interpersonal/relationship building and engagement skills with a range of audiences.
• Strong, demonstratable understanding/and or direct experience of governance and grassroots community support, including policy work.
• Experience of liaising with a variety of senior level professionals and stakeholders, including within the public or voluntary sector.
• Experience of leading on projects and schemes of work with the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Experience conducting change management, impact monitoring, data gathering and research.
• The ability to innovate and adapt according to need and circumstance.
• Ability and understanding of professional confidentiality.
• Strong digital skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
DESIRABLE:
• Experience of directly working with charity board of trustees.
• An understanding of grant fundraising income and philanthropy.
This job description outlines the key accountabilities of, and output required from the post-holder. It is not a definitive list and the role may change and evolve over time in line with the needs of the organisation. The post-holder will be required to undergo safeguarding training as part of the Muslim Charities Forum policy.
Please note: This role is based in our office in London SE1 Monday to Friday.
We are unable to sponsor applicants for visas. Applicants must be resident in the UK and have the Right To Work.
Successful applicants will be subject to relevant reference and identification checks.
Due to the volume of applications, we may be unable to respond to all candidates. If your application is short-listed, we will get in touch. If you have not heard from our team within 8 weeks, please assume your application has not met the criteria on this occasion.
No agencies please.
Thank you for your interest in Muslim Charities Forum. We look forward to receiving your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role Overview:
The Talent Set is delighted to be working with a fantastic charity as they search for their new Trusts and Foundations Manager.
You will be joining the organisation’s vibrant and expanding Fundraising team, where your primary focus will be on researching charitable trusts and foundations, preparing and submitting compelling funding applications, and nurturing relationships with both current and potential donors. In addition to trust fundraising, you will contribute to generating income across a variety of other fundraising streams, playing a vital role in supporting the team’s overarching goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively research and identify charitable trusts with potential to support the organisation’s initiatives, while maximising opportunities with existing trust relationships.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with trust representatives, fostering long-term partnerships.
- Prepare, submit, and monitor funding applications to charitable trusts. Accurately record submissions, track outcomes, and ensure timely acknowledgment of donations.
- Update and maintain the CRM system to ensure all activities, communications, donations, and key details are accurately documented.
- Conduct statistical and background research to support the cultivation of new and existing trust relationships.
- Oversee trust income tracking for Finance purposes, ensuring all grants and donations are accurately coded and any restrictions are clearly noted.
- Produce monthly reports on trust income received and other relevant metrics.
- Assist with regular and individual giving, corporate donations, legacy fundraising, and other income streams as needed.
- Provide general administrative assistance and contribute to the broader efforts of the Fundraising team.
Person Specification:
- At least three years of successful trust fundraising experience, with a strong understanding of fundraising disciplines.
- A proactive team player who thrives in collaboration but is equally self-motivated and capable of working independently.
- Exceptional ability to communicate effectively across various mediums, including face-to-face, telephone, virtual meetings, and written correspondence.
- Skilled at conveying complex information in a clear, concise, and engaging manner.
- Enthusiastic and agile, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage a diverse workload in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Advanced IT skills with the ability to efficiently utilise digital tools and platforms.
- A genuine affinity with the charity's goals and objectives, demonstrating a strong understanding and commitment to its mission.
What’s On Offer:
- A competitive salary of £30,000 to £34,000 for the successful candidate.
- A flexible working pattern with just 1-day per-week in the charity’s Oxfordshire office.
- A permanent role in a growing organisation that fosters growth and learning.
Note: Whilst we do our best to get back to every application, due to the volume of interest this is not always possible.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set and our partner organisation are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Senior Trusts Fundraising Officer – Maternity Cover
Contract type: 11-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave (please note: this contract may be Curtailed if maternity leave ends prior to the planned 10 months)
Reporting to: Trusts fundraising manager
Location: Hybrid – remote, London head office as required (up to one day a month, subject to business need)
Hours of work: 34.5 hours per week
Remuneration: circa £34,500 per annum, plus benefits
SPANA (The Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad) is the global charity for the working animals of the world. Since our foundation in 1923, we have worked where they work, to support the welfare of working animals, including horses, donkeys, mules, oxen, dogs and camels.
In this role, you will work to maximise income generated from charitable trusts, foundations, multilateral and statutory sources, by producing compelling applications, proposals, mailings, in-depth research profiles and feedback reports, and by providing exemplary stewardship. This role will suit an outstanding team player, who can work collaboratively and autonomously.
While keeping SPANA’s mission to improve the welfare of working animals at the heart of our trust programme, the post holder will utilise international development sector techniques and opportunities to maximise income for our cause.
Key Relationships
• Responsible to the Trusts Fundraising Manager
• Head of Philanthropy and Fundraising Partnerships
• Fundraising Relationships Team
• Director of Global Fundraising, Marketing and Communications
• Global Programmes and Global Resources Teams
• Global project colleagues and partners.
Trusts fundraising programme
• Research and make approaches, pitches, submissions and applications to charitable trusts and foundations (both in the UK and overseas territories within SPANA’s global fundraising programme, such as Australia), to meet agreed annual targets.
• Actively contribute to the delivery of the trust fundraising strategy, including working to identify and research potential new sources of trust, statutory and multilateral funding, to meet agreed targets.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of an annual work plan and pipeline for the trust fundraising programme, including time-sensitive applications, to grow income.
• Assist in the development and submission of funding applications to statutory and multilateral sources (such as the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and United Nations), working with colleagues to identify opportunities and develop projects and proposals.
• Write clear, concise and compelling proposals, and feedback reports for successful applications, and submit in a timely manner.
• Develop new and existing trust relationships through exemplary stewardship (feedback reports, mailings, phone calls, face to face, etc) to maximise long-term income, secure new sources of funding, upgrade existing levels of giving, repeat donations and multi-year funding.
• Work with SPANA colleagues to identify and maintain a list of suitable projects (that would particularly appeal to potential trust funders) and provide appropriate narrative and financial feedback reports on specific projects and restricted funds (for funders and internal purposes).
• Organise events, visits, meetings and other appropriate activities as required, to encourage and maintain support from trusts
• Assist in the development of events for trusts and major donors and represent SPANA at both SPANA events and external meetings, to cultivate relationships with the aim of securing income.
• Contribute to the development and production of SPANA fundraising, marketing and communications materials, to support trusts fundraising activities.
• Programme support and administration
• Work to a set income and expenditure budget, setting targets in collaboration with line manager.
• Provide regular reports and information on progress, targets and income generated.
• Maintain accurate records of trusts fundraising activities on our CRM database.
• Ensure all work runs to set procedures and timelines, whilst providing exemplary stewardship.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the trusts fundraising programme.
Other
• Ensure all SPANA’s trust fundraising activities are legally compliant, in keeping with our values and adherent to due diligence and our Acceptance or Refusal of Donations Policy.
• Assist with activities across the Fundraising Relationships team, such as providing project proposals, feedback reports and thanking, particularly during peak times and holidays.
It should be noted that the job specification and remit may develop over time.
The postholder should be happy to adapt and take on new and different tasks within the scope of the role.
KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
• Knowledge of trusts and statutory fundraising principles and practices.
• Knowledge of the current trusts and statutory and fundraising market, including potential supporters.
• Knowledge of developing and delivering compelling pitches and applications to trusts.
• Knowledge of charity fundraising regulations, GDPR and data practices.
• Knowledge of the requirements and expectations of working in the charity sector.
• Knowledge of the animal welfare charity sector (desirable).
• Knowledge of the international development sector (desirable).
EXPERIENCE
• Experience of working in a fundraising role or equivalent, with a track record of developing and maintaining strong and effective relationships with donors, potential supporters and other stakeholders.
• Experience of trust and/or statutory/multilateral fundraising and delivering income against targets.
• Experience of understanding complex information and finances, and conveying it in concise and persuasive applications to trusts and statutory funders.
• Experience of producing high-quality and compelling approaches, proposals, reports and presentations.
• Experience of delivering income against targets.
• Experience of prospect research techniques, and using research to suggest suitable projects/areas of interest/building a long term relationship.
• Experience of working with databases, preferably Raiser’s Edge, understanding data selections and the nuance of data.
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Grade DL, Salary £45,581.89 per annum
Location: Euston, London (Hybrid working – minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 02 December 2024
Interview date: Thursday 12 December or Friday 13 December 2024
The Royal College of General Practitioners is the largest membership organisation solely for GPs in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1952, it has over 54,000 members who are committed to improving patient care, developing their own skills and promoting general practice as a discipline. General practice is the largest branch of the medicine and provides a majority of population’s contact with the health service.
We are looking for a senior policy professional to join our policy team, which is part of our Policy, Research and Campaigns department. If successful, you will help to make the case for resources in primary care to meet the health needs of our population, develop policy solutions to improve general practice, and influence decision making at senior levels of government. You will contribute to efforts in overcoming some of the biggest problems faced by the NHS in its history, including engaging with the plans being set out by the new Government. You will work closely with our public affairs and campaigns team and our press team, as well as a range of others across the organisation, to ensure that the voice of general practice is heard at the most senior levels.
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic policy professional who can hit the ground running and help drive forwards our influence in key areas within a fast-paced policy landscape. The successful individual will be responsible for a range of policy areas affecting general practice.
If you are a driven professional looking for a dynamic role where you will quickly be able to have an impact, we would like to hear from you. You should:
- have demonstrable experience working in policy.
- be confident in taking a lead on policy development and able to quickly become an expert in complex policy areas of general practice.
- have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with an eye for detail and an ability to explain complex problems to different audiences.
- be a strong self-starter who is confident in taking initiative.
- be confident in using evidence to help make a case for change.
Please download the Candidate Pack to view the full job description.
The successful candidate will share our corporate values. In return, the College offers excellent terms and conditions and great working environment.
To apply, please apply directly via the RCGP website vacancies page and provide both your CV and covering letter/statement.
The Royal College of General Practitioners is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
~ Building a sustainable future for general practice ~
The Head of Philanthropy will secure and cultivate major donor relationships, growing our existing giving programmes and helping to deliver our overall fundraising strategy. With the Development Director, they will continue to build our prospect pipeline to support Assisted Places fundraising.
Additionally, there may be involvement with a small number of other discrete fundraising projects. Community is a vital part of our schools’ ethos and the Head of Philanthropy will play their part in strengthening this ethos. Many of our major donors will support the schools in other ways, including through our vibrant careers network (CareersLink). The Head of Philanthropy will also embed themselves in school life by playing a leading role in our annual telethons, working with the Development Director and Database Manager to deliver this.
The Head of Philanthropy will be an experienced and highly motivated fundraiser with a passion for growing and cultivating our supporter base. They will be a firm believer in the aims of our Assisted Places programme and in the value of an independent education. The role would suit an articulate, tenacious and persuasive fundraiser, with a strong track-record of forging and cultivating long-term relationships. They will have up-to-date knowledge of charity legislation and best practice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Community and Projects Officer to support us in our mission to transform the physics landscape for the UK and Ireland, and ensure a thriving physics ecosystem that contributes to innovation, discovery, research, growth and debate in the UK, Ireland and beyond. We are very proud of our innovative strategy and you can watch this film for more information about our work.
What is it like working at the IOP?
The IOP is a friendly and ambitious organisation. Inclusion and diversity are central to our work and we have a ‘work anywhere’ policy to make working at the IOP as flexible as possible. Looking after our colleagues and supporting them in life and work is our priority, ensuring they can live their best lives, with competitive salaries and generous benefits.
What will I be doing?
- Foster a professional and welcoming environment that facilitates high satisfaction with members and community
- Manage our IOP Medals and Prizes and support our strategic engagement with academia, universities, national research facilities and independent research organisations.
- Play a critical role in our physics programme that will annually deliver up to four strategic impact projects to shape the debate on matters of importance to the physics community in academia and business across the UK and Ireland in order to influence and drive impact.
Projects you work on may include:
- Support our impact projects in science and innovation. Past projects include Green Economy, Quantum and Semiconductors.
- Manage the IOP Medals and Prizes, including execution of the engagement plan, managing key stakeholders including Awards Committee and providing customer service to nominees and winners.
- Manage and engage with key stakeholders in academia, including IOP Fellows and Members, award winners and universities, bringing new members into the fold.
Who will I work with?
- Members, including Council Trustees and Special Interest Group Committees.
- Senior individuals within academia and business.
- Staff within the Science and Innovation Department, and across the IOP and IOPP.
Essential Criteria and Skills required
- Organisational skills – ability to work with minimum supervision, prioritise workload, and handle multiple tasks.
- Interpersonal skills – ability to positively communicate with others; the confidence to listen and understand.
- Communication skills – ability to express information clearly and effectively in written and oral form.
Nice to have
- Understanding of physics/a physics undergraduate degree or equivalent.
- Experience of a membership organisation.
How will I be working?
The Institute of Physics is an inclusive employer and our people are at the heart of our approach to delivery. Following the impact of COVID-19, we have developed a new, innovative and exciting trust-based model of flexible working called How We Work. This empowers our staff to choose both individually and as a team how, when and where they work to deliver the goals of the organisation, acknowledging that there will be occasions where in-person meetings, collaborations and events will help generate greater impact. The How We Work initiative is based on the principles of collaboration, trust, flexibility and agility. You will be allocated a ‘base’ office which can also be a chosen place of work.
Why should I want to work for the IOP?
The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland - we seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society.
We have an ambitious new corporate strategy and you’ll play a part in helping us to deliver it. There’s never been a more exciting time to join the IOP - watch our film to find out more about our work.
As well as a competitive salary and professional development opportunities, we offer employees a comprehensive benefits package including:
- An excellent pension scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Generous annual leave (25 days starting as a standard pro rota where required)
- Floating bank holidays
- Gym Membership (Via salary sacrifice) and much more!
To apply for this role please click the link below, best of luck with your applications!
The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity.
We strive to make physics accessible to people from all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Background
The Royal Scottish Forestry Society, formed in 1854, is an educational charity focussing on promoting the understanding of trees, woods and forestry.
Every year RSFS puts on what we believe to be the most extensive programme of practical forestry events across Scotland. The Society has published a semi-academic journal, Scottish Forestry, since 1858 promoting all aspects of good practice in forestry.
Having agreed a refreshed strategy in 2023, RSFS is now looking to increase its delivery resource. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for Scotland’s trees and forests to develop closer links with members, partners and stakeholders. Your experience in operational delivery will allow us to improve our practices and professionalise our delivery to secure a sustainable future for the RSFS.
Who we are looking for
You will be a personable, dynamic self-starter, used to being the first point of contact within the organisation. As RSFS is a virtual organisation, you must be highly-organised and able to work independently contributing to the overall team outcomes.
The principal functions of the role will be to support the Board in advancing its mission and representing RSFS to members and the community:
- Support our five Regions in planning and delivery of Regional Field Days and the Annual Study Tour;
- Manage the definition, planning and delivery of paid training events;
- Maintain links with members, partners, stakeholders and sector organisations;
- Develop and promote membership of the Society to a broad and relevant constituency;
- Evaluate and implement procedures for RSFS, and as appropriate for Cashel Forest Trust;
- Ensure, in conjunction with our Secretariat, that RSFS remains in compliance with prevailing laws and regulations; and
- Other duties as required by the role.
Outline terms and conditions
- The role is for 21 hours per week;
- A full-time equivalent salary of £45,000 to £55,000, pro rated for the contracted hours, to be agreed depending on experience;
- 28 days paid holiday pro rated for the contracted hours;
- Access to our employee well-being assistance programme.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Head of Fundraising, Marketing & Communications
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Hybrid working, with 2-3 days/week at Wareham, Dorset HQ
Hours: 37.5 hours/week, occasional evenings and weekends as required
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving income growth and building impactful relationships?
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Fundraising, Marketing & Communications to lead the charity’s efforts in developing and implementing a multi-channel strategy that ensures sustainable income and elevates its public profile.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and collaborating closely with the Board of Trustees, you will lead a small, skilled team focused on fundraising, marketing, and communications. You will drive the development and execution of a comprehensive strategy, ensuring that all fundraising and marketing activities support the charity’s mission and strategic goals. This role is key in shaping the charity’s public image and expanding its supporter base.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a multi-channel fundraising and marketing strategy to secure sustainable income and meet ambitious targets.
- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire the Fundraising & Communications team to achieve their professional goals and exceed income generation objectives.
- Income Generation: Drive income from major donors, corporate partnerships, individual giving, legacies, and community fundraising.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, corporate partners, and community supporters.
- Marketing & Communications: Shape and oversee all marketing materials, digital content, and public relations to effectively communicate our mission and grow brand awareness.
- Operational Excellence: Ensure all activities comply with relevant regulations, and oversee the use of CRM systems to enhance donor engagement and data integrity.
What We're Looking For:
You are a strategic thinker with a proven track record of leading successful fundraising campaigns across multiple income streams. You have experience managing high-performing teams, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders. You will have a passion for animal welfare or be able to demonstrate empathy for the charity’s cause.
Benefits:
- Salary range of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
- Flexible hybrid working
- Pension contribution scheme
- Access to professional development opportunities
If you are ready to make a significant impact and lead the way in fundraising and communications, Margaret Green Amimal Rescue would love to hear from you!
Apply today and help us continue to transform the lives of animals.
Margaret Green Animal Rescue has exclusively partnered with Helen Taylor at C2 Recruitment to fill this exciting role.
If you are interested in applying, please submit your CV and Covering Letter for consideration.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.