Come and join our team at Release Ayrshire, a mens mental health charity focussed on increasing awareness to reduce the stigma around mens mental health. - we are currently looking for a Charity Co-ordinator to help us push our charity to the next level. We have secured funding from The National Lottery for a 12 month contract (20 hours minimum per week). This role is a self employed role. The duties and responsibilities of a Charity/Fundraising Coordinator include: Work with the Board of Trustees and assist with designing and implementing development strategies. Planning, coordinating, and executing various fundraising events. Identifying and build positive relationships with funders, sponsors and collaboration partners which will aid in securing funding for future stability. Working closely with other team members/volunteers to ensure smooth operation of fundraising events. Monitoring and reporting on the success of fundraising strategies and events. Creating and delivering presentations throughout Ayrshire to raise awareness about the organisation’s cause. Attend local events to educate the public on the charity. Work in partnership with community groups – maintaining and creating relationships through online/face to face meeting. Maintaining a funder/donation database and record all acknowledgments and communications with donors. Maintain and update a community partnership database. Process and post online orders. Monitor and analyse feedback and provide impact reports. Provide regular written and verbal updates to the Board of Trustees (and volunteers when required) and attend meetings as required. Assist with activity/event scheduling with existing volunteers. Liaise with volunteers regularly to offer support, discuss any relevant training opportunities and utilise their skills where needed. Provide a positive point of contact for the charity. Desired Specifications: Knowledge of charity workings Previous experience with funding applications. Essential Specifications: Excellent organisational and time management skills. Excellent written and numerical skills. Excellent communication skills and CAN-DO attitude. Show determination in making a positive impact by helping push the charity forward, with support from existing members. Ability to use feedback appropriately and create positive experiences. Show leadership skills, empathy and understanding. IT skills – proficient in Microsoft Office and utilising a shared calendar. Knowledge of social media communications. Motivated and passionate about making a difference. Be a team player. PVG checked. Driving license. This post has been funded by The National Lottery and has a contract length of 12 months - We will ideally look for further funding throughout the year to allow us to continue the contract, however this is not guaranteed. This post is advertised as a Self Employed Post - The candidate will be responsible for handing in their time sheet on a weekly basis to receive payment weekly. The charity van only be used for work purposes and not for personal use. A charity mobile phone and laptop will also be provided for work use. Please ensure you have references as these will be required during the recruitment process.