Fundraiser

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We are a non-profit organisation from the UK. All of our roles are entirely virtual and therefore roles are not limited to UK applicants. Our goal is to improve education for disadvantaged children and to increase the representation of BAME cultures in education.

About the Role

This role is about organising events and campaigns to raise money and gain other kinds of donations for Beards and Books. You will be equipped with all the necessary tools, including a monetary budget, in order to achieve your fundraising goals. You will also work on developing a fundraising strategy. The ultimate aim of this role is to increase awareness of our work and goals and help us meet our financial needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Researching and contacting prospective donors whose criteria match our aims and activities, as well as maintaining and developing relationships with existing supporters.
• Creating a strong fundraising message that appeals to potential supporters.
• Developing and organising imaginative fundraising activities, such as outdoor events, online auctions and merchandise sales.
• Maintaining records of donor information.
• Evaluating the success of previous and future fundraising events.
• Developing a fundraising strategy.

Skills You Will Need

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent people skills and networking abilities.
• Professional manner when dealing with contacts.
• Good marketing skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Good planning abilities.

What You Will Gain

• Experience in fundraising and strategy.
• Opportunity to enhance your CV.
• Transferable skills.

• Contribution to a small social enterprise that aims to improve the education of disadvantaged children and increase visibility of BAME cultures in education.

Training and Support

• You will be given induction training.
• You will be supervised throughout your volunteering experience.
• You will be given feedback and coaching throughout your volunteering.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

As an organisation we are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace in which all volunteers feel accepted, appreciated and supported. We value diversity and welcome all people to volunteer with us regardless of age, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexuality, religion, disability and socio-economic status. We will not stand for prejudice and discrimination of any kind.