Manager/Fundraiser - United Kingdom - The Rivers Trust

Description

The Rivers Trust is a leading environmental charity and the umbrella body of The Rivers
Trust movement, comprising over 60 independent local charities. to deliver projects to protect and replenish this critical part of the natural environment, and
our research and expertise is now needed more urgently than ever as water supply and quality
We are seeking a highly organised, efficient and dynamic individual to take on the brand new
role of Fundraising Manager, co-ordinating core and strategic fundraising for The Rivers Trust,
supporting and facilitating the Senior Management Team. securing project funding, and have achieved rapid growth in headcount and delivery as a result,
but we need to increase income for core functions such as HR, IT, finance, communications and
project development. We take a team approach to fundraising and income generation, so you will

be working with others, but you will also need to take a lead on some projects on your own.

You should ideally have excellent people, planning and project management skills, with a proven
track record in charity fundraising. a good understanding of environmental issues.
foundations and corporate sponsorship

Devising and co-ordinating fundraising events/initiatives for staff, members of the public
Develop and maintain the fundraising and income generation strategy and plan

Take responsibility for implementation of our new Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Report on progress quarterly to the Senior Management Team and the board of Trustees as
Ensuring The Rivers Trust's compliance with the fundraising codes for the UK and Ireland

This is a full-time, home-based,permanent position (subject to ongoing funding). We offer 25 days holiday
pro rata (rising to 28 days) plus statutory holiday days. opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all communities. for people with disabilities and/or caring responsibilities.

including 9% employer pension contribution.

Knowledge, skills, experience and personal qualities sought in the ideal
Experience of using CRM systems

~ Proven communication, influencing and networking skills

~ Excellent planning and project management skills

~ A strong commitment to restoration of the water environment and a good understanding of
The ability to translate technical and complex activities into language that non-technical
Some knowledge of charity law and best practice, particularly around fundraising guidelines

~ culture and follow our policies and procedures including Health & Safety, EDI,