Take Her Lead (THL) is a charity founded to promote equality and diversity in Cricket, healthy recreation and leisure for the public benefit by working to eliminate discrimination on the grounds of sex or gender. The aim - to increase the participation of women and girls and to assist in the provision of facilities, equipment and opportunities for women and girls.
About Take Her Lead
THL’s mission is to create a more inclusive environment for women and girls in cricket. Guided by research and insight THL designs and delivers programmes and initiatives to foster lasting change.
Why?
We have seen women’s cricket rise with more coverage, viewership and increased pay at the top level but while progress is being made many still question whether they belong in the game:
* There is an under representation of women in the game at every level: Recreational = 19%, Professional = 28%, County workforce = 26%*
* Even though 31% of players are girls only 20% of clubs have a specific women and girls offering. *
* Girls in ethnically diverse groups are not making it onto the pathway: CAG = 16.2%, EPP = 15.4% and Academy = 10%**
* 43% of teenage girls who once described themselves as ‘sporty’ are disengaging from sport compared to 24% boys***
*ICEC report. ** ECB progress update report Sept 2024. *** Women in sport 2022
Take Her Lead is here to support the change. This is achieved by connecting young girls from all backgrounds with aspirational female role models through the THL Champions and Rookie Programmes. Female voices are amplified to ensure cricket reflects their needs through research and campaigns. Women are empowered to fulfil their potential through the THL’s women’s network. Ultimately, so that women and girls can all thrive in and beyond cricket.
Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced trustee with a strong background in fundraising to join our board. As a trustee focused on fundraising, you will play a critical role in shaping and supporting the strategic direction of our charity, ensuring the financial sustainability and growth to further our mission. This role combines strategic planning, relationship-building, and active engagement with key stakeholders to help secure sustainable funding. Your expertise will be essential in developing innovative fundraising strategies and strengthening partnerships that empower us to expand our impact and reach within the community.
Key Responsibilities
* Set Fundraising Goals and Strategy: Work with other board members and leadership to set realistic, achievable fundraising targets that align with the organisation’s goals. This includes developing a fundraising strategy that considers diverse sources, like individual donations, corporate partnerships, grants, and events. Inspire a culture of fundraising across the charity.
* Build and Leverage a Strong Network: One of the primary responsibilities will be to build on and leverage our strong personal and professional networks to secure donations and achieve fundraising goals. This might include reaching out to current and new individuals, organisations, or foundations that align with the charity’s mission.
* Support and Participate in Fundraising Events: Attend and often help organise key fundraising events, which could range from gala dinners to auctions to online crowdfunding campaigns.
* Strengthen Donor Relationships: Foster long-term relationships with major donors, showing appreciation and keeping them engaged in the charity’s progress.
* Governance and Strategic Leadership: Leverage experience in charity governance to ensure compliance with legal standards and effectively deliver the charity's objectives through strategic oversight.
* Provide Oversight and Accountability: Ensure that the funds raised are used responsibly and transparently to uphold the organisation’s credibility.
* Fundraising Leadership: Provide guidance and support to the leadership and operational team on various fundraising activities and relationship management.
* Board Participation: Attend and actively participate in Board meetings, contributing to strategic decision-making. Collaborate with fellow Trustees to ensure the charity achieves its objectives.
* Relationship Building: Comfort in networking and the ability to establish and maintain relationships with donors - Communication: Strong communication skills to convey the organisation’s mission, goals, and impact effectively - Strategic Thinking: Ability to set realistic fundraising goals and help craft strategies to meet them - Financial Understanding: Basic understanding of financial reports and accountability in spending
* Event Planning and Execution: Some experience or aptitude for organising and promoting events
Benefits of the Role
* The opportunity to contribute to the development of impactful sports initiatives and the future of the charity
* Play a part in driving equality in cricket and building a future where all women and girls believe the sport has a place for them. - The chance to influence sports governance standards and promote ethical practices
* Professional networking opportunities within the sports and nonprofit sectors.
* Personal fulfilment from supporting a mission-driven organisation and fostering positive change
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a CV and a statement of interest outlining their alignment with Take Her Lead's mission to info@takeherlead.org
Please include "Trustee - Fundraising Expertise Application -Take Her Lead" in the subject line. Take Her Lead is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We look forward to welcoming a passionate individual to lead our fundraising and contribute to the empowerment of women in cricket.
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