HEAD OF FUNDRAISING
_Mid West Simon Community CLG _are looking for a full time Head of
Fundraising to join their team in an exciting time of organisational
growth and development. The role reports directly to the Chief
Executive Officer and as such will be a member of the SMT (senior
management team) sharing collective responsibility to deliver the
organisation's strategy and vision.
The head of fundraising will lead a small and dedicated team of
fundraisers to provide the necessary vision, leadership, and
fundraising skills which will enable the organisation to achieve its
fundraising targets and organisational development programme. They
will have substantial fundraising and management experience, a talent
for building relationships and a proven track record in securing funds
from statutory sources, foundations, trusts and major donors.
Experience in development of an individual donor programme including
donor marketing is also an advantage.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
STRATEGY AND PLANNING
* Lead the annual fundraising planning process to produce effective
strategies to achieve income targets across the range of revenue
streams
* In cooperation with the CEO, lead the development of any long-term
strategy to achieve agreed long-term organisational goals
* Identify new potential income streams and produce strategies to
access these funds
FINANCIAL PLANNING AND BUDGET MANAGEMENT
* Produce cost-effective budgets to achieve action plans
* Develop and maintain income and expenditure tracking and
evaluation systems
* Ensure the Fundraising Department is kept within budget
FUNDRAISING
* Manage an effective fundraising team that delivers fundraising
income meeting set targets.
* Oversee the management of grant and trust income programme,
supporting the Events & Donor Relationship fundraising manager to
design a new events and individual giving development plan for **Apply
on the website** which includes recruitment and development of new
donors.
* Lead on development of new funding streams.
* Develop and maintain effective supporter journeys for the
development of relationships and retention
* Manage CRM package and utilise to full capacity
* Manage PR & Social Media for Fundraising function
SENIOR MANAGEMENT
The head of fundraising is a member of SMT and as such the post-holder
will be expected to play a proactive role in the management of the
organisation, including:
* Organisational strategic planning and development
* Income and expenditure budget planning and management
* Advising members of SMT on the availability of funds and the
viability of obtaining funds to support campaign initiatives
* Attending finance/fundraising committee meetings to report and
give advice on fundraising matters
STAFF MANAGEMENT
Line management of fundraising staff, including:
* Agreeing objectives and work plans
* Managing workload and performance through regular one-to-one line
management discussions
* Plan and implement personal development programme for team members
in all relevant skills
* Undertake annual performance reviews
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE - At least three years? experience in a similar
role - Demonstrable track record of Strategic Fundraising -
Successful, significant and relevant achievement at management level
in a comparable national/international organisation. - Experience of
utilising the strength of an organisation brand for charity/business
development - Proven track record of meeting challenging income
targets - Proven ability to build, manage and develop key stakeholder,
client and donor relationships. - Experience of developing and
implementing strategic and business plans - Proven track record in
fundraising that has directly resulted in increased income for an
organisation - Effective dissemination of information to large and
diverse groups
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - Strong leadership skills. - Track
record of bringing innovative creative thinking and fresh ideas to an
organisation and/ or its services. - Knowledge of the fundraising
environment and of a range techniques and disciplines which will
support the cost effective generation of income for SMT -
Exceptionally convincing and persuasive written and oral skills with
the ability to present and convey complex ideas and issues clearly and
coherently - Ability to secure Senior Management and Board approval
for strategy - Demonstrable ability to evaluate the type of
initiatives and programmes within the scope of the post and initiate,
develop and deliver new initiatives that build on their successes. -
Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously, take initiative
and make decisions.
ESSENTIAL APTITUDE - Innovative management style. - Ability to work
flexible hours. - Energy, enthusiasm and flair to work hard and
achieve ambitious targets.
QUALIFICATIONS - Educated to degree level or equivalent - Evidence of
Continued Professional Development relevant to the role purpose and
level.
BENEFITS:
Competitive Salary, Pension Plan, Wellness Committee, **Apply on the
website** Days Annual Leave, Sick Pay Scheme.
Full Clean Drivers Licence and access to own car essential.
TO APPLY PLEASE SEND CV AND COVER LETTER TO JACKIE BONFIELD, CEO, MID
WEST SIMON COMMUNITY CLG, BY EMAIL ONLY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** NO
LATER THAN **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** NOON, FRIDAY 4TH FEBRUARY **APPLY
ON THE WEBSITE**
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
