About Us
African Adventures organises life-changing trips for groups of schools, colleges and charities to volunteer at the 29 schools we work with in developing areas of Ghana, Kenya and Zanzibar.
We’re a unique organisation that’s both tour operator and development agency. We provide a comprehensive travel service to our volunteer groups, organising everything from their flights and accommodation to their pre-departure support and fundraising ideas, whilst working closely with our partner schools in Africa to ensure we improve school facilities and educational opportunities for their students.
It's an extremely exciting time to join our expanding team as we continue to grow our company. Due to the growth we have experienced, and expect to see over the coming years, we are in the process of relocating from Eastleigh to new office premises in Whiteley, which are better able to accommodate our expanding team.
About The Role
We are looking for a confident communicator and sales person to join our Southern office as a Partnerships Co-ordinator. The successful candidate will be responsible for liaising directly with external clients, usually school/college/scout/CCO groups, who are interested in volunteering with African Adventures. They will hold initial meetings and conduct engaging presentations to potential new volunteers and their families, so someone who is confident at speaking in public is essential. They will also be responsible for offering fundraising support to our volunteers, through virtual fundraising workshops, providing advice and ideas on how to make the most of their fundraising journey.
You will be mainly based in the office Monday-Wednesday with the option to work from home on a Thursday and Friday. You will however, also be out on the road having meetings which may require some out of hours work.
About You
We’re a friendly team at African Adventures and this is an exciting opportunity to take on a varied and challenging role at this unique company. Confidence and effective communication skills are essential. You must be highly organised and able to manage your own calendar. Having an interest in travel and/or international development, as well as UK education would be highly beneficial but not essential.
Responsibilities
* To build new, and strengthen existing, relationships with schools, colleges, CCOs, Scouts/Girl Guides and other groups that may be interested in volunteering with African Adventures.
* To support the Partnerships Manager in working to achieve quarterly recruitment targets and company development goals.
* To deliver high-quality and engaging information presentations to prospective volunteers.
* To act as a brand ambassador at meetings, conferences, fairs and exhibitions, promoting our trips and company mission.
* Manage fundraising support for volunteers including hosting virtual workshops every 6-8 weeks and maintaining fundraising support materials.
* Manage caseload of enquiries, arrange and hold initial meetings.
* Liaise with prospective volunteer groups, providing detailed and engaging information about our trips.
* Work towards your own achievable volunteer recruitment target.
* Undertake any other functions according to business needs.
What we're looking for:
* Minimum two years’ experience in a similar role - Essential
* Highly organised - Essential
* Flexibility in being available for evening work when required - Essential
* Happy to work in a small team - Essential
* Friendly, team-orientated attitude - Essential
* Highly motivated and a team player - Essential
* Strong written and communication skills - Essential
* Positive, proactive attitude to problem solving - Essential
* Good IT skills - Essential
* Experience of working in the school, travel or charity sector - Desirable
* Passionate about international development, volunteering, travel and education - Desirable
Please send your CV and a covering letter, outlining why you are suitable for the role and would like to be interviewed for the position, to Kate Clark (recruitment@africanadventures.co.uk) by 22nd November 2024.
Interviews will take place week commencing 25th November.
Please note that if the number of applications for the position is high, then we may decide to close the position early, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
* Commission pay
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 01/10/2024
Reference ID: Partnerships Co-ordinator
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