Fundraising Officer (Community)

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to support a range of fundraising initiatives within QAC’s Fundraising team with a focus on Community Fundraising.

Hours: 37 hours per week (Part time considered)

Contract: 52 weeks

Annual Leave: 7.2 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays, concessionary days, 20 bookable days

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must have a full current driving licence. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Early application is advised.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and build relationships with local community groups and organisations.
• Research, promote and run a range of campaigns for the charity.
• Respond to and support community fundraisers.
• Maintain relationships with regular donors.
• Ensure good stewardship of supporters including thank you letters, charity updates etc in line with GDPR.
• Actively support the organisation with fundraising initiatives (internal and external) to support the charity in all areas (college, residential services and community services).
• Monitor JustGiving Pages and follow up on activity as appropriate.
• Support in the development and administration of community and stakeholder opportunities.
• Work as part of the Fundraising Team supporting activities as and when the need arises.
• Respond to fundraising queries via email or the phone in a timely manner.

Other Responsibilities:

• Work with fundraisers to obtain case studies/fundraiser profiles where possible.
• Identify and attend networking opportunities to support and promote QAC.
• Assist the Trust and Corporate Fundraiser with small to mid-value community Grant Applications.
• Manage information and utilise the CRM system for recording of data.
• Spot fundraising opportunities and raise awareness of the work of QAC.
• Work with the Marketing team to ensure that community fundraising is promoted through social media and QAC’s website accordingly.

The above list is not exhaustive, but is indicative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the work to be undertaken. The responsibilities and duties may vary from time to time without changing the nature of the post. The post holder will be expected to adopt a flexible approach to enable the efficient and effective running of the College.

Safeguarding: Queen Alexandra College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and all staff and volunteers are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and wellbeing of our students/clients. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

Essential:

• An interest in the Charity sector.
• Creative flair and thinking.
• Enthusiastic team player, who can also work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility: some events and activities will require evening and/or weekend working.
• Eager and willing to learn.
• Strong timekeeping and reliability.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail.

Desirable:

• Excellent computer skills required across different programmes and software.
• Experience of design software helpful.
• Experience of producing fundraising/promotional literature e.g. leaflets and brochures.
• Passion for QAC’s values and work.

Considerations: The Fundraising Team is small, working closely with other teams including Marketing, Enterprises and Curriculum, so flexibility in approach is a must. Some periods will be busier than others, for example events seasons, student performance times, so prioritisation and flexibility will be needed.

Why work at Queen Alexandra Charity Birmingham: Join our team at Queen Alexandra College! Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of students with special educational needs? Do you thrive in an inclusive and supportive academic environment? If so, we want YOU to join our team. QAC has gone through growth and this is your opportunity to become part of a vibrant College that is moving forward and making a real difference to the lives and futures of our students.

QAC offers a vibrant, varied and enriching educational experience for both residential and day students. Our curriculum aims to maximise adult life, independence and work opportunities for all students. Class sizes are designed to meet specific needs and support levels are high.

Joining our supportive team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work closely with students with SEN to achieve their goals.
• Make a difference to the educational experience of young people.
• Be a voice for students and staff in specialist education.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting academic growth, self-development and self-confidence.
• Develop your own skills, aspirations and progress your career.

Our benefits include:

• Access to on site car parking.
• Use of QAC Fitness Centre (subject to opening hours).
• Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice).
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Helpline (BHSF).
• Access to Education Support.
• Free Helpline for Teachers & Education Staff.
• QAC Mental Health First Aiders & activities to support health and wellbeing.
• BHSF Benefits Package including Healthcare Plans, discounted shopping/services.
• Annual Flu vaccination/voucher.
• Access to other benefit/discount schemes.
• Dell Advantage programme - a discount program for staff.
• Health and Wellbeing Services (Occupational Health/Counselling).
• Free Tea/Coffee and Staff Room facilities.
• Dining Room facilities with hot/cold food (free meal provided for those supporting students at mealtimes).
• Additional discretionary concessionary/closure days as part of leave entitlement.
• Reward and Recognition Policy – Living the Values Awards and long service.
• Enhanced/Occupational paid leave e.g. maternity/paternity (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Occupational sick pay (based on length of service).
• On site wellbeing activities (e.g. yoga, meditation).
• Support for training/ CPD (either by way of study leave and/or funding).
• Flexible working arrangements including Flexible Working Policy Agreements, Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) in prior agreement with line manager.

This list is not exhaustive and may be subject to review and/or change. We look forward to receiving your application and knowing more about your qualifications, skills, personal qualities and experience that you would bring to the role and to QAC.

Please take time to review the job description above. Please upload a CV/Resume with details of your full employment history (since leaving school), including education, employment and voluntary work, including reasons for any gaps in employment. This should also include a statement of the personal qualities and experience you believe are relevant to your suitability for the post and how this meets the job description and person specification requirements.

Your CV/Resume will be re-produced in a standard format by the system (without personal identifiers) to assist us in our anonymised shortlisting process.

Under Section 7 of SVGA 2006 it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The College's Safeguarding Policies are available. As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, and in line with updated guidance, we will carry out an online search of all shortlisted candidates. This search may identify incidents or issues that may be reviewed during the interview process. As part of your application we may request social media handles or accounts. A Google search may be conducted if shortlisted for interview. Please see our safer recruitment and selection policy for further information.