This position involves reaching out to businesses both locally and further afield. Understanding the needs of these businesses and building fundraising events around this.
We are looking for a person passionate about the rights of children and eager to share this passion with others.
The successful applicant will need to be working from the Edukid office in Devon most days and be able to travel the country to see clients when there is a need.
You will also be able to take clients to our overseas programmes to share the needs and inspire involvement.
Job purpose
To secure and grow corporate and major donor support for our overseas projects, and to nurture these relationships. You will be working closely with the CEO to develop new opportunities for support, and deliver events throughout the year that will create long-term giving and engagement.
Main responsibilities of the role
Income Generation
- Identifying new opportunities to generate supporter income through businesses and schools and other avenues, alongside CEO
- Organising and running fundraising events as an avenue to generate new support and income
Account management and supporter engagement
- Working alongside the account manager to successfully deliver the agreed partnership
- Developing a programme of engagement events for existing and new supporters to nurture the relationship
Monitoring and results
- Evaluate progress and outcomes against overseas project needs.
- Reflect on success of income generation methods and suggest improvements that can be made to improve outcomes.
Person Specification
Skills, experience and knowledge
Essential
- Experience of building excellent relationships and networks
- Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders
- Good time-management and organisation skills, ability to manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
- Able to travel around the UK to meet new and current supporters
- Ability to empathise with project goals and inspire others to support an important cause
Desirable
- Success managing key supporter relationships in a charity
- Project management experience
- CRM proficiency (e.g., Hubspot)
- Experience in non-profit organisations
- Willing to travel to Edukid’s overseas projects in Uganda, Cambodia and Peru
- Experience of delivering events
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Strategic Relationships & Events Manager in Northam employer: South West Community Chaplaincy
Age UK Bradford District is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older people within the community. With a flexible and hybrid working environment, a supportive team culture, and a strong commitment to professional development, employees can thrive while building lasting relationships and partnerships that drive community engagement. Join us in creating a positive change and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your work truly matters.
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