Fundraiser: Trusts - Brighton, United Kingdom - Ditch the Label

Ditch the Label

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Brighton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

ABOUT DITCH THE LABEL

We are Ditch the Label:

the global and digital-first youth charity, helping young people aged 12-25 to navigate the issues affecting them the most.

Whether that's bullying, mental health, identity, relationships, or the bits in between - we're here.

We are ambitious, defiant and most of all, passionate about driving meaningful impact and real societal change.

Each year, we reach millions of young people globally through our website and even more through the content we produce on social media and in collaboration with our partners.

OUR CULTURE

One of the things we are proudest of here at Ditch the Label, is the welcoming culture of friendliness and teamwork that we have created. We take our work seriously, but not ourselves and believe that people work at their best when they are at their happiest and in an environment that is chilled and relaxed.

We are proud to have a culture that permeates the values of Ditch the Label; we're judgement free and here to support everyone in being their best possible selves.

So, as well as the usual we offer:

Beautiful working space based in our Brighton office
Weekly meditations, breathwork and crystal sound bowls (all optional)
Lots of treats from healthy snacks to cookies and allllll the herbal teas and coffees
Free products from Ditch the Label partners
Competitive salary and benefits
Regular reviews and checkins including opportunities for growth and development
28 days holiday including bank holidays, plus your birthday and discretionary R+R days (pro rata for parttime roles)
Team briefs 3x a week
Hybrid working after successful probation.
Reduced working day: Monday-Friday: 9am4.30pm
Regular inclusive team socials

JOB DESCRIPTION

If you care about the issues facing young people and share our ambition and passion to drive change, our Fundraiser role is the perfect fit for you.

You will normally be based in our Brighton office (hybrid working option can be discussed after successful probationary period).

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for an experienced fundraiser with a proven track-record in trusts and foundations fundraising. You're able to think strategically to build a sustainable pipeline of income.

You have a strong drive to succeed, can work independently, but also enjoy being part of a passionate talented team, bringing the energy and emotion of our work to life for funders.

You are organised and have highly developed influencing and interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to present complex information to high value supporters and partners.

A proven track record in fundraising is essential, with proven success in securing funding from trusts and foundations.

ESSENTIAL

At least 5years of experience in fundraising
The ability to confidently communicate our organisational values to trusts and foundations, individuals or in front of an audience
Understanding of how to make a successful fundraising approach
Tenacious and results driven
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Great networking, interpersonal and influential skills
Passionate about youth issues
Demonstrable experience securing major grants in a fundraising role (or comparable experience from a different sector)
Experience of writing successful proposals or bids
Experience of closing deals and securing partnerships

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Generate new income from trusts and foundations to fund Ditch the Label's vital services supporting young people aged 122
Create bespoke, powerful and compelling written proposals for potential donors based on their requirements and leverage brand assets accordingly
Build a pipeline of new funding opportunities which have the potential to generate high value, single and multiyear donations
Deliver engaging and motivating pitches to potential donors
Secure new contacts through networking opportunities and existing relationships
Manage and develop relationships with new donors, as and when required
Contribute to Ditch the Label's fundraising strategy and budgeting process
Monitoring, evaluating and reporting against KPI's to the Chief Executive Officer and members of the board
Identify and make approaches to new prospects from scratch including high net worth individuals

PARTICULARS:

Salary:
£40k - £50k per annum, DOE

Pay review:
Annual

Based in:
this role can be carried out from our Brighton office (hybrid working option after successful probationary period)

Office hours:
Monday-Friday: 9am-4.30pm

Contract:
Full-time

Annual leave: 28 days, plus your birthday off and discretionary R+R days

Perks:
see page 7

Pay:
£40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Schedule: