Fundraiser

Fundraiser

An opportunity has arisen for a Fundraiser on a 6 month fixed term contract. 

The Fundraiser is responsible for assisting with the merger of three charities and the creation of a donor strategy. They are also responsible for refining and introducing the Trust's legacy policy and building and maintaining relationships with new and existing donors. 

What the role involves:

• To support in research, planning and developing fundraising strategies, including annual campaigns and legacies within the charities community and externally.
• Ensuring accuracy and accessibility of the charity database records to reflect income, expenditure and client base. 
• Answering enquiries and requests for information from supporters and the public via email, phone and post. 
• Creating compelling messages for new audiences and maintaining relationship with current donors.
• Tracking donations, banking, reconciliation and direct debits in conjunction with their finance team. 
• Working closely with their marketing and communications team to produce creative and engaging literature including fundraising, legacies and creation of personalised communications for the charity. 
• Maintenance of charity webpages with external supplier to ensure online platform is maintained and always up to date. 
• Lead an active role in social media platforms to encourage giving. 
• Attend our clients events and external exhibitions to actively promote the charity and to educate the dog owning public on the importance of the charity’s mission by donating and/or leaving a legacy.
• Being flexible to work outside normal office hours at their events and networking opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven track record in fundraising and donor relations
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles and techniques
• Evidence of engaging with board and committee members
• Understanding and passion for dogs and their welfare
• Being able to research donors to understand their needs and tailor communications

Our client are looking for a Fundraiser who has excellent time management and organisational skills in order to be able to support the team effectively. You will also need to be reliable and flexible and be able to deal respectfully with internal and external customers. 

Job Details:

Job Type: 6 months Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: London/Hybrid (2 days a week in their London office)
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 dependant on experience
Closing date: 24 January 2025

About The Organisation

They exist to make a positive difference for dogs and their owners. Their key areas of activity include:

• Helping potential dog owners find the right dog for them, and work with the dog breeding community to ensure those dogs are healthy and happy.
• Supporting dog owners to access high quality training and pet insurance and provide a range of advice and support to help ensure the ongoing wellbeing of dogs.
• Working with breeders, judges, competitors and exhibitors to organise world-class events and to develop the resources they need to thrive.

Their primary objective is to improve in every way the welfare, health, and general wellbeing of all dogs throughout their lives, by means of various research and educational programmes, and their Charitable Trust. They are an organisation committed to promoting and protecting dogs’ varied roles in society and defending the interests of all dog owners.

Benefits: 25 days annual leave, which will increase by one day for every full year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days). Employees contribution a minimum of 3%, while they contribute double the percentage, up to a maximum of 8%. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Discounts on their products and services. Discounted gym membership. Free eye tests. Complimentary staff tickets to Crufts.

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