Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser
HCPA | Watford | findajob.dwp.gov.uk |
About the Company
Watford Mencap in Watford provide a range of services to people of all ages with a learning disability and their families in SW Herts. Services include residential care homes, supported living, community services, adult learning and leisure opportunities, short breaks and children’s and young people's services.
We are recruiting a Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser to develop and deliver a programme of strong and bespoke funding applications to Trusts and Foundations that match Watford Mencap’s activities.
Why should I apply for this Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser job?
At Watford Mencap we recognise that people are our greatest asset and the people we support are at the centre of everything we do. That’s why we’ve been accredited with a silver Investors in People award.
Whilst every job at Watford Mencap is a rewarding role we offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package including:
• A competitive defined contribution pension plan,
• Free membership of our health cash plan,
• Competitive annual leave and enhanced company sick pay,
• Job-related and continuous professional development,
• Free parking at our sites.
• This role will be supporting Watford Mencap’s expansion and growth.
PLUS
Care Professional Academy Rewards include:
• Hertfordshire based Rewards
• Student Discount Packages
• Access to a Student Card - usually exclusive to university students!
• Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.
• Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.
And a lot more...
What does this Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser job involve?
Hours of Work: 20 Hours Per Week - Shifts: 09:00 - 17:00
• To work with the Fundraising Manager and senior management team to identify activities to be funded
• To identify, develop and maintain a list of supportive trusts, foundations and other grant-making bodies, implementing a rolling programme of applications in order to achieve the annual budget
• Build and maintain positive external relationships to maximise income and provide excellent donor care.
• Writing applications and developing case studies to successfully win grants and funding according to Watford Mencap’s funding needs.
• Identifying grant and trust opportunities and working with colleagues to collate information to enable more funding.
• Maintain the Customer Relationship Management database (Salesforce) with all relevant supporter information, applying knowledge of data protection regulations
• Contribute to the communications and social media strategy including donor acknowledgments and celebrating collaborations on new services or activities.
• Work alongside the wider Fundraising team to support major initiatives and activities.
Am I the right person for this Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser job?
• You must be a car driver and have access to a car for work.
• You must be a confident and strong communicator, including presentation, research and report writing skills.
• You have excellent organisational and project management skills to manage a complex workload and meet deadlines.
• You have a proven track record of generating significant income through strong Trusts and Foundations applications and you are a competent bid writer with good IT and numeracy skills.
• You are a confident, self-starter, with a flexible, ‘can do’ approach and
• Have knowledge of the voluntary sector and specific knowledge of charitable trusts and foundations and sources of current funding within the learning disability and social care sector.
The successful candidate must meet our values: We are INCLUSIVE. People with learning disabilities are at the heart of everything we do.
We are RESPECTFUL. We work in a person-centred way, whilst listening to the views of all.
We are WELCOMING. We are approachable and value all.
We are PROGRESSIVE. We promote learning to support everyone to achieve their potential.
We are CHALLENGING. Through our work we will push the boundaries for individuals, organisations and society.
If you are interested in this position, please apply today and we will call you within the next few days. If this is not the right job for you, you can search and apply easily for other positions via www.hertsgoodcare.com
Applications will only be considered if located within a 10-mile radius of the position.
HCPA is not a registered sponsor for international workers seeking employment through the skilled or temporary worker route. Please refer to the UK Immigration Points-based routes and the information below to check your eligibility to work in the UK https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules
Watford Mencap in Watford provide a range of services to people of all ages with a learning disability and their families in SW Herts. Services include residential care homes, supported living, community services, adult learning and leisure opportunities, short breaks and children’s and young people's services.
We are recruiting a Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser to develop and deliver a programme of strong and bespoke funding applications to Trusts and Foundations that match Watford Mencap’s activities.
Why should I apply for this Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser job?
At Watford Mencap we recognise that people are our greatest asset and the people we support are at the centre of everything we do. That’s why we’ve been accredited with a silver Investors in People award.
Whilst every job at Watford Mencap is a rewarding role we offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package including:
• A competitive defined contribution pension plan,
• Free membership of our health cash plan,
• Competitive annual leave and enhanced company sick pay,
• Job-related and continuous professional development,
• Free parking at our sites.
• This role will be supporting Watford Mencap’s expansion and growth.
PLUS
Care Professional Academy Rewards include:
• Hertfordshire based Rewards
• Student Discount Packages
• Access to a Student Card - usually exclusive to university students!
• Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.
• Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.
And a lot more...
What does this Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser job involve?
Hours of Work: 20 Hours Per Week - Shifts: 09:00 - 17:00
• To work with the Fundraising Manager and senior management team to identify activities to be funded
• To identify, develop and maintain a list of supportive trusts, foundations and other grant-making bodies, implementing a rolling programme of applications in order to achieve the annual budget
• Build and maintain positive external relationships to maximise income and provide excellent donor care.
• Writing applications and developing case studies to successfully win grants and funding according to Watford Mencap’s funding needs.
• Identifying grant and trust opportunities and working with colleagues to collate information to enable more funding.
• Maintain the Customer Relationship Management database (Salesforce) with all relevant supporter information, applying knowledge of data protection regulations
• Contribute to the communications and social media strategy including donor acknowledgments and celebrating collaborations on new services or activities.
• Work alongside the wider Fundraising team to support major initiatives and activities.
Am I the right person for this Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser job?
• You must be a car driver and have access to a car for work.
• You must be a confident and strong communicator, including presentation, research and report writing skills.
• You have excellent organisational and project management skills to manage a complex workload and meet deadlines.
• You have a proven track record of generating significant income through strong Trusts and Foundations applications and you are a competent bid writer with good IT and numeracy skills.
• You are a confident, self-starter, with a flexible, ‘can do’ approach and
• Have knowledge of the voluntary sector and specific knowledge of charitable trusts and foundations and sources of current funding within the learning disability and social care sector.
The successful candidate must meet our values: We are INCLUSIVE. People with learning disabilities are at the heart of everything we do.
We are RESPECTFUL. We work in a person-centred way, whilst listening to the views of all.
We are WELCOMING. We are approachable and value all.
We are PROGRESSIVE. We promote learning to support everyone to achieve their potential.
We are CHALLENGING. Through our work we will push the boundaries for individuals, organisations and society.
If you are interested in this position, please apply today and we will call you within the next few days. If this is not the right job for you, you can search and apply easily for other positions via www.hertsgoodcare.com
Applications will only be considered if located within a 10-mile radius of the position.
HCPA is not a registered sponsor for international workers seeking employment through the skilled or temporary worker route. Please refer to the UK Immigration Points-based routes and the information below to check your eligibility to work in the UK https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules
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