Are you an experienced Trusts’ Fundraiser looking for a new and exciting opportunity working for a unique Charity based in Constable Country?
We are looking for someone who is passionate about fundraising to support our philosophy of People First, Disability Second and our motto of ‘Life is For Living’.
This new role will require the successful candidate to have exceptional writing skills, be driven to work towards challenging income targets, and be committed to making a real difference to all those that live at Acorn Village.
If you have the necessary skills and experience and would like to work for an Organisation that understand and supports a person-centred approach to its residents, tenants and staff then please request an application form and job description.
Overview of Acorn Village
Acorn Village, became established in the mid 1970’s due to the families of children with learning disabilities determination to build a brighter future for their loved ones as they became adults.
We offer high quality care and accommodation to adults with learning disabilities in a residential and supported living setting surrounded on a beautiful 14 acre site.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and write successful grant applications to suitable funders
- Work alongside the with Head of Communications and Income Generation to ensure all funding opportunities are maximised with a set target
- Develop and manage relationships with new and existing funders· Ensure funding partners receive timely and appropriate information about the progress and outcomes of projects
· Undertake all associated administrative tasks effectively and with accuracy alongside the ability to produce reports as and when required
· Ensure activities comply with current law, guidance and best practice of the Fundraising Regulator.
· Work cohesively with the Communications and Income Generation Team maintain professional boundaries and professionalism
· Comply with all Policies & Procedures
· Undertake any other reasonable task as requested
Full job description available on request
Job Types: Part time – 22.5 hours per week with flexibility - One Year Fixed Term Contract
Experience of at least one year as a trusts fundraiser /writing experience
Applicants should note that a written test will be set at the interview
It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with vulnerable adults
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.53 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- trusts fundraiser/writing: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manningtree CO11 2NJ
