Job Description
The Fundraising Coordinator will be responsible for the following key tasks:
1. Identify, research, and develop fundraising initiatives from a variety of sources that are appropriate to support MJF global projects or EPIC mentoring programme
2. Write and submit public sector tenders and bids on behalf of FosterTalk
3. Prepare clear, concise and compelling written applications and proposals appropriate for the interests and requirements of donors
4. Develop and maintain effective partnerships with potential supporters
5. Collaborate with the Head of Communications and Campaigns to develop content and fundraising materials to be used for a range of audiences in line with brand identity and key messages
6. Collaborate with Programme colleagues to understand the projects to be funded, range of activities, intended outcomes etc to enable informed discussions with existing and potential donors
7. Work closely with Finance colleagues to understand funding requirements, amounts, timeframes etc and report back on funding pipeline, income secured, and any compliance requirements
8. Maintain up to date records of opportunities considered, applications submitted, feedback received, and all outcomes
9. Contribute to the quarterly reporting to the Board of Trustees
10. All MJF staff must abide by all relevant policies including safeguarding, information governance, confidentiality and data protection and undertake mandatory training
This is a hybrid role with an expected 1 or 2 days per week in our Birmingham office, and other days working from home. Your hours will generally be 09:00-17:00 Monday-Friday, however some early/late meetings may sometimes be required. We are keen to support flexible working patterns and are open to discussing alternative arrangements.
Knowledge and Experience
PERSON SPECIFICATIONEssential / DesirableMinimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience of fundraising work in charitiesEExperience of researching and writing proposals to obtain funding from various sources including trusts, corporates, institutional donors, and individual major donorsEExperience of working on tenders and bids for public sector contractsDExperience of undertaking research and analysis to identify appropriate opportunities to pursueEAn understanding of donor compliance requirementsDAn understanding of fundraising regulations and good practiceDAn understanding of the needs of children and young people living in alternative care; lived experience of alternative care would be highly welcomedDAn understanding of the international development sectorD
Skills and Abilities
PERSON SPECIFICATIONEssential / DesirableTo work in the best interests of children and young people at all timesEExcellent verbal and written English presentation and communication skills, including the ability to write funding briefs, proposals and correspondenceEAbility to maintain confidentialityEAbility to confidently network, develop and sustain partnershipsEAbility to problem solve independentlyDAbility to work at pace, and adapt to different situations and when neededDStrong organisational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skillsEAbility to evidence practical application of the use of ITE
Other requirements
PERSON SPECIFICATIONEssential / DesirableCommitment to anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practiceECommitment to learning and developmentE