Overview
Empowr-U CIC is dedicated to empowering young people and their communities by providing support, education, and resources to help them take control of their physical, social and mental health and well-being. We work with community groups, schools, and other organisations to deliver our work and create a more supportive, inclusive society for young people and communities across Coventry and beyond.
Position Overview
- As the Fundraiser/Bid Writer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies to meet our fundraising goals.
- You will identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and grant-making organisations, and build strong partnerships that align with the organisation\'s values and mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement fundraising plans and strategies to meet fundraising targets.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and grant-making organisations.
- Diversify Empowr-U\'s funding streams to include multiple forms
- Lead any freelance or bid writers that we work with, setting clear objectives.
- Develop in-kind funding streams that complement our work
- Write and submit grant proposals and fundraising applications.
- Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns.
- Manage donor and sponsor relationships and ensure their ongoing engagement.
- Work closely with the team to develop engaging content for fundraising campaigns.
- Monitor and report on fundraising progress, identifying areas for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising regulations and guidelines.
- Write successful grant funding applications for Empowr-U and third-party organisations
Person Specification
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising.
- Proven track record of achieving fundraising targets.
- Experience in writing and submitting grant proposals and fundraising applications.
- Experience in planning and executing fundraising events and campaigns.
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong networking and interpersonal skills.
- Good understanding of fundraising principles and techniques.
- Ability to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Good knowledge of relevant fundraising regulations and guidelines.
Qualifications
- A degree or equivalent qualification would be useful to demonstrate ability in written communication, but other ways of demonstrating this could be equally as important.
Salary, Hours and Perks
- Part-time or full-time can be considered.
- The salary is £25k-£32,500 pro rata, dependent on experience and qualifications. If you are currently in a higher salaried role this can be discussed at the interview.
- Additional bonuses are available based on performance.
- Potential additional commision-based work
- Some homework can be discussed.
- Flexible working can be discussed.
- Friendly and supportive team
- Development opportunities
- Discounts on high-street brands
- Free childcare during school holidays
- Access to all of our programmes, free of charge
- Access to health and fitness space within our centre
- Access to counselling and wellbeing support
Empowr-U CIC is committed to promoting equality and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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