At a Glance
- Tasks: Help secure funding for an exciting canal restoration project and engage with the community.
- Company: Join a passionate charity dedicated to restoring the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and make a real difference in your community.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid role with opportunities for personal growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Be part of a meaningful project that enhances local heritage and environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a self-starter attitude.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are seeking a fundraising and grants officer to support one of the leading canal restoration projects in the UK.
This is a key role to generate increased income to support our ongoing work.
What difference will you make?
We are a registered charity campaigning and working towards the restoration of the Lichfield Canal and the Hatherton Canal in Staffordshire for the benefit of the community.
The natural wildlife corridor from Huddlesford to Hatherton will provide a valuable amenity for walkers, cyclists, boaters and visitors to use and will bring prosperity to the area.
This project will also provide an opportunity for young people to learn about our history, our heritage and our environment.
We have achieved a great deal, but need increasing funds to support our work, with the aim of completing the restoration in the next ten years.
What are we looking for?
- Experience of a wide range of fundraising activities.
- Experience in preparing multiple funding application forms and writing detailed and compelling proposals.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and oral.
- Self-starter with the ability to work as independently.
- Excellent diplomacy skills.
- Hybrid
What will you be doing?
- Research, identify and manage bid opportunities and donations from trusts, foundations, institutional funders, governments and statutory-making bodies, corporate and private donors.
- Craft compelling and effective bids to secure successful results.
- Attract, build and develop relationships with new and existing corporate donors to secure long term and increased funding.
- Ensure bid deadlines are met, terms and conditions for grants are satisfied, grant income is collected efficiently when due.
- Maintain and update database of fundraising contacts.
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Fundraising and grants officer - Volunteer in Lichfield employer: Lichfield and Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust
As a registered charity dedicated to the restoration of the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals, we offer a fulfilling opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference in their community. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing employees with the chance to grow their skills in fundraising while contributing to a project that enhances local heritage and environment. Join us in creating a lasting impact, where your efforts will not only support vital restoration work but also engage and educate future generations.
Contact Details:
Lichfield and Hatherton Canals Restoration Trust Recruitment Team
