Community Development & Social Enterprise
Role:
Borders Forest Trust (BFT) is investing in their first dedicated fundraising post to provide strategic oversight and expertise to their fundraising activity.
BFT is a charity established to restore native woodland habitats to Southern Scotland, an area with the lowest percentage of native woodlands in mainland Scotland. Since 1996, we have been working towards planting trees, restoring peatlands and other natural habitats, enriching the biological diversity of around 31 sq km in the Southern Uplands.
Fundraising to date at BFT has seen success, but it has been responsive and ad-hoc as opposed to planned according to strategic need. To achieve their mission and provide sustainable long-term income, they are investing in a dedicated Development Manager.
The Development Manager will join BFT at an exciting stage, with the entire organisation behind this position. They are looking for a fundraiser who will thrive on the challenge of designing and implementing their own fundraising strategy and who can provide the expertise needed to build income across all areas. Experience in corporate partnerships and philanthropy will be essential for the successful candidate.
Application Notes:
If this role might be of interest to you, please download the Candidate Pack for information on how to apply. All interested candidates will have an informal screening call with THINK Recruitment before progressing to submit an application.
Objectives of the Post & Responsibilities:
* Manage all the Trust’s finances, preparing timely, accurate and insightful financial reports and management accounts for Trustees and senior staff.
* Provide leadership to ensure that the Trust’s finance, office, HR administration, data management and IT functions reflect best practice and comply with relevant legislation.
Benefits:
* Full time staff are entitled to 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
* Flexible working options and supportive team environment.
* Professional development opportunities in a dynamic charity setting.
* Opportunity to make a tangible impact on environmental restoration and community development.
About the Organisation:
Borders Forest Trust (BFT) is a conservation charity established in 1996 to restore native woodlands and associated natural habitats across the South of Scotland.
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