Events & Fundraising Officer - Maidenhead, Berkshire, United Kingdom - National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS)

Description

The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is the only patient-led organisation in the UK specialising in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).Job SummaryThe Events & Fundraising Officer is a vital part of the NRAS fundraising team.

EventsThe post holder will be responsible for developing, growing and managing income generated throughRun for Charity, Treks, Adrenaline challenges and places that NRAS has bought in various events.

Stewarding all participants in challenge/marathon events through theplatforms JustGiving, Enthuse, Action Challenges, Ultra Challenge event and major event consoles.
Adding all relevant details for challenge/marathon events onto our CRM system Salesforce.

FundraisingThe post holder will be responsible for developing, growing and managing income generated througha range of sources/campaigns including Christmas shop, cash appeals, lottery and gifts in Wills.

Sourcing case studies and copywriting for mailings, email communications and social mediapromotion for each campaign/project.

Writing copy to improve and increase our marketing automation journeys for various Fundraisingelements including Gift Aid, Lottery and Regular Giving.

The Events & Fundraising Officer will be responsible for meeting or exceeding a range of fundraisingtargets including income raised through third party giving (Give As You Live, The Giving Machine,WeBuyBooks, Easyfundraising and Giveto) as well as with specific appeals, making a sustainedcontribution toward existing and growing fundraising income year on year.

Working with and being a main point of contact for all external agencies for each campaign/project,including the promotion of gifts in Wills.

Social media repository to be kept up-to-date with regularly scheduled social media promotion of allFundraising income streams.

Other Duties/ExpectationsThis role will be required to source case studies and stories, and write articles for the NRASmembership magazine (for all campaigns/projects and challenge/marathon events).Manage stock control of merchandise on Salesforce for Fundraising team.

Source quotes and workwith external agencies for ordering of merchandise we send out for campaigns/projects (i.e windowstickers, t-shirts, medals).Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo achieve and where possible exceed agreed income targets, taking a lead and individualresponsibility for specific income channels.

To be responsible for planning, promoting, publicising and coordination of appeals that this roleis responsible for.
To ensure expenditure is kept within budget.

To provide exceptional supporter care, ensuring that donors are motivated, encouraged andappreciated, and that relationships with donors are successfully maintained and developed inthe long-term.

To report and analyse income, expenditure and donor feedback, both positive or negative andto respond to any complaints in line with the NRAS fundraising complaints policy.

To ensure all payments are recorded on the charity database, Salesforce, creating reports forthe Chief Operating Officer and Director of Finance both monthly or when required.

To manage donor information in line with Data Protection.

To support the NRAS fundraising team by achieving set targets which contribute to the overallannual fundraising target set for the charity.

To be familiar with and comply with the Fundraising Code of Practice as defined and updated bythe Fundraising Regulator.

GeneralTo participate in NRAS team training and contribute to team activitiesTo attend regular team meetings and individual catch-ups on a regular basisTo undertake any other duties as requested by a manager consistent with the roleTo maintain confidentiality at all times and ensure respect for all other members of staffTo communicate effectively with all NRAS staffPosition in OrganisationThe post holder will report to the Trusts and Giving ManagerThe post holder will work closely with:The Individual Giving FundraiserThe Senior Trusts and Company Giving FundraiserHead Of DataThe post holder may also work with:COOComms TeamService Delivery TeamThe Finance AssistantMembers of other teams within the organisationExternal industry contactsNRAS members and volunteersQualifications and SkillsExperience within fundraisingExperience working in the charitable sectorExperience working toward financial targets and with demonstrable outcomesExperience developing a variety of income streamsExperience with data and financeExperience managing donor relationshipsExperience creating financial planning and reporting documentsExperience drafting social media, website and newsletter contentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointProficient in data managementDesirable:Excellent written and verbal communication skillsProficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointProficient in data managementPersonal circumstances and attributes:Proactive approach to fundraisingAbility to manage competing deadlines and plan effectivelyFull UK driving licence and car ownerAbility to work to tight time deadlinesAbility to work as part of a team and independentlyWillingness to learn and develop new skillsHighly motivated and committedEnthusiastic and the ability to motivate othersOther DutiesThere may be the possibility of occasional travel within the UK and/or an overnight stayThere will be some out of hours working as will be necessary as part of the job for which thetime off in lieu policy will not applyThere will be some planned out of hours working, including late evening events and occasionalweekends for which time off in lieu will be givenRepresenting NRASRepresent NRAS to external stakeholders, funders and partners promoting the charity as arespected, trusted and ambitious charity resulting in partnerships, successful funding andeffective collaborative working.

NRAS expects all employees to respect the unique contribution of every individual and operatesan equal opportunity and diversity policy.

All employees must work responsibly within the health and safety policy of the organisation andensure they are observing this at all times.

Closing date for applications:

25 April 2024How to applyPlease contact Sam Grant-Riach on with your CV and a cover letter highlightingyour skills and experience.

In the subject line please include "Events & Fundraising Officer".Permanent role, working hybrid a minimum of 2 days per week in the Maidenhead office.

Salary £25,000paCar driver preferable due to the remote location of the office.