Fundraising Officer

READ Foundation

17h•Remote

About The Position

READ Foundation is a UK-based registered charity dedicated to providing access to quality education for vulnerable children. The organization focuses on constructing schools, sponsoring orphans, and expanding its educational programs to address humanitarian and development needs globally. The Fundraising Officer will be part of a team responsible for cultivating community relationships with volunteers, donors, and partners to maximize income. Reporting to the National Fundraising Manager UK, this role involves the full cycle of donation income maximization, from research and cultivation to solicitation and stewardship.

Requirements

Experience of effectively managing a portfolio of diverse donors and prospects is desirable
Excellent communication skills in order to build long lasting relations
Event and project management experience
Previous experience in juggling a demanding workload
Forward thinking, strategic and innovative
Excellent written and presentation skills
Excellent research skills
Basic experience using Excel Spreadsheets
Organised, punctual and the ability to multitask
Proven track record in achieving targets
Right to work in the UK
Adhere to READ's Safeguarding and PSEA Policies and Code of Conduct at all times.
Report any safeguarding concerns or SEA incidents they become aware of, following READ's reporting mechanisms.
Participate in mandatory safeguarding training and refresher sessions.
Cooperate in good faith with any safeguarding investigations, audits, or reviews conducted by READ.
Promote a culture of safeguarding within their respective roles and ensure that safeguarding risks are identified and mitigated.

Nice To Haves

Indicative KPI and targets over a 12-month period
Financial targets shall be discussed at interview stage.
Number of non-financial targets including consistently attending networking and 3rd party events and identifying regular leads.

Responsibilities

Be an ambassador at events, supporting the delivery of READ Foundations vision and ensuring that the charity’s profile and reputation are upheld
Maintain and develop relationships with HNW /potential / existing donors to maximise donations
Champion philanthropic engagement and activities to ensure that organisationally we are maximising opportunities to achieve the greatest return
Hold regular fundraising events and dinners and manage and develop volunteers
Hold regular meetings with the National Fundraising Manager UK to evaluate the progress and success of targets & objectives set
Work at all times within the guidelines of the Institute of Fundraising best practice and comply with relevant legislation and regulation
Work within an innovative, positive and creative ethos, identifying new opportunities for fundraising
Adhere to stated policies and procedures as per the company handbook including health and safety requirements
Build the capacity of the READ Foundation team in the area of Major donor and community fundraising
Identify and secure additional prospects through exploring networks and sectors
Create, nurture and develop volunteer teams across the region to support the team
Develop and manage effective relationships ensuring excellent and consistent supporter stewardship
Work across wider fundraising networks and communities to identify opportunities for engagement
Arrange and manage fundraising events
Manage and support volunteers
Act as a central point of contact and support in your region for all volunteer queries and support requests, including providing prompt and thorough responses and resolving any complaints
Act as a central point of contact and support in your region for all volunteering requests from internal departments, specifically the Fundraising and UK Programmes departments
Manage and supervise volunteers and Interns across your region, including developing their skillsets, providing volunteer engagement initiatives, and promoting a positive working environment
Actively grow READ Foundation’s volunteer database in your region, including promoting volunteering opportunities, processing new volunteer sign-up requests and conducting Volunteer Team Leader interviews
Recruit Interns across your region for various departments to achieve additional manpower support, by preparing Role Profiles, posting job adverts and conducting interviews
Prepare volunteers resources, such as collection buckets, t-shirts, merchandise and donation forms, for all volunteering activities
Design and deliver local volunteering projects and outreach programmes to achieve increased public interaction with READ Foundation and improve local relations
Explore new and innovative ideas to maximise the potential of READ Foundation’s volunteering programme
Undertaking a range of administrative tasks in support of the wider Volunteers Management team and HR department
Occasional paid overseas travel with potential donors and deployments
Any other duties as directed by and agreed with the National Fundraising Manager UK

Benefits

Role specific training, development and growth opportunities
Health insurance cash plan (including 24/7 access to GP services, discounted gym membership & counselling service) (after probationary period)
Eye care contribution
Hybrid working options available (some days working remotely can be discussed at time of interview)
Occupational Pension Scheme
Cycle to work scheme (after probationary period)
Car salary sacrifice scheme (after probationary period)
32 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays and company-wide holidays)
Paid time off for bereavement, sick days and medical appointments
Awards for employee of the year
Annual years of service rewards
Access to Bright Exchange discounts
Annual away days/retreats involving training, teambuilding, outdoor and social activities.
Free parking in a central location
Access to prayer facilities
Free tea, coffee & snacks