Fundraising Assistant - London, United Kingdom - Amanah Global Relief

Description

, Permanent


Salary:
£23,795.00-£28,080.00 per year


Schedule:

• Flexible timing

Work Location:
London


INTRODUCTION

Amanah Global Relief is a UK-based charity providing relief and development in a dignified manner to empower the most vulnerable people whose lives and livelihoods are affected by poverty, conflict and disaster to create lasting change in their own lives and their communities.

Guided by our Islamic values, the charity aims to alleviate poverty and suffering across the world.


THE ROLE

Amanah Global Relief is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated Fundraising Assistant to support the Fundraising Manager in implementing effective fundraising strategies and ensuring the financial sustainability of our humanitarian projects.

Key Responsibilities:


1.


Support Fundraising Strategies:

• Assist in developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising plans to achieve financial targets and organisational goals.
• Contribute to identifying diverse fundraising opportunities, including individual giving, high net worth donors, corporate partnerships, grants, events, Masjid collections, and online/offline campaigns.

2.

Donor Cultivation and Relationship Management:

• Support in cultivating and maintaining relationships with existing and potential donors, supporters, and partners.
• Assist in effective communication with donors, keeping them informed about the impact of their contributions and the progress of Amanah Global Relief's projects.

3.


Fundraising and Event Support:

• Assist in organising and coordinating fundraising events, campaigns, deployments, and activities.
• Participate in representing the charity at relevant events and activities, including public speaking.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to promote events and initiatives.
• Support in developing and maintaining relationships with Muslim community institutions, organisations, and community groups, including Masjids and Madrasahs.
• Assist in organising and participating in Masjid fundraising collections for Ramadan and throughout the year.
• Contribute to fundraising administrative duties.

4.


Financial Reporting Support:

• Assist in preparing regular financial reports and updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the analysis of fundraising data to assess the effectiveness of strategies and make recommendations for improvement.

5.


Compliance and Ethics:

• Ensure adherence to relevant Islamic, legal, and ethical standards in all fundraising activities.
• Stay informed about industry best practices, regulations, and trends in fundraising.

6.


Support Fundraising Team:

• Assist in recruiting and managing fundraising assistants and volunteers.
• Participate in providing relevant training and mentoring to volunteers.
• Contribute to building a dedicated, trustworthy, and committed team of volunteers.
• Support in providing guidance, structure, and activities to volunteers.
• Assist in developing and maintaining volunteer engagement.

The above list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to take on additional duties within the remit of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Skills

• Educated to A' Level or NVQ Level 3 standard or equivalent. (Desirable)
• Islamic Studies graduate. (Desirable)
• Experience in developing and maintaining strong community engagement, particularly within Masajid and relevant institutions. (Essential)
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with donors, supporters, volunteers, and other relevant stakeholders. (Essential)
• Excellent organisational and timemanagement skills to manage and prioritise various tasks and responsibilities effectively. (Essential)
• Experience/confidence of public speaking. (Essential)
• Proficiency in reporting and documenting activities, outcomes, and contributions to the fundraising strategy. (Essential)
• Familiarity with the Islamic charity sector and a commitment to Amanah Global Relief's mission. (Essential)
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of volunteers. (Essential)
• Experience of fundraising during busy periods such as Ramadhan and Eid Al Adha. (Desirable)
• Knowledge of Urdu, Bangla and/or Arabic. (Desirable)

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel nationally when required. (Essential)
• Flexibility in work hours and at times, location of work, in order to accommodate priorities, events, functions, and work activity. (Essential)
• Hold a valid UK driving license and have full access to your own car. (Essential)

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£23,795.00-£28,080.00 per year


Benefits:

• Flexitime

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 29/02/2024


Reference ID:
AGR-0002