JOB DESCRIPTION. Regional Fundraising Manager (North) Starting at 30,458 with progression to 35,871 per annum, pro rata for part time

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1 JOB DESCRIPTION POST: RESPONSIBLE TO: LOCATION: SALARY: Regional Fundraising Manager (North) Director of Fundraising Aberdeen Starting at 30,458 with progression to 35,871 per annum, pro rata for part time Children 1st VISION, MISSION and VALUES A happy, healthy, safe and secure childhood for every child and young person in Scotland. By working together with, and listening to children, young people, their families and communities; and by influencing public policy and opinion, we help to change the lives of vulnerable children and young people for the better. Our core values guide how each one of us works in our individual day to day job: Involving others in our work Treating everyone with respect Being the best at what we do Being responsible and accountable GENERAL ROLE To effectively implement a community fundraising strategy across the North of Scotland, maximising funding opportunities in order for Children 1st to achieve its mission and meet its strategic objectives. As a member of the Fundraising Management Team (FMT), contribute to the development of collaborative strategic plans, direction and decision-making and proactively work towards the achievement of shared organisational and fundraising objectives.

2 REPORTING TO The post will be part of the Fundraising Management Team and report to the Head of Fundraising Development. The post directly line manages a team of fundraisers: Senior Corporate and Major Donor Fundraiser based in Aberdeen Community Fundraiser based in Aberdeen North Fundraising Administrator based in Aberdeen Community Fundraiser based in Inverness KEY RESULTS AREAS Develop and deliver a community fundraising plan, incorporating income raising activities from companies, organisations, individuals and volunteer groups, for the North of Scotland to achieve or exceed income targets Manage the North Fundraising Team by setting operational objectives and work plans and developing appropriate processes and procedures to ensure review and revision of such plans Develop and implement a volunteer engagement programme which supports and engages existing volunteers and recruits new volunteers to raise funds for Children 1st Work with, and deliver support to, the Touch of Tartan Ball Committee to deliver their flagship annual ball (raising 100k+) in Aberdeen each year Develop annual income and expenditure budgets and regularly monitor them, taking effective remedial action where necessary, and ensure that appropriate reporting, monitoring and evaluation of activities takes place Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate a broad range of community fundraising activities, projects and promotions to sustain existing support and engage new supporters, working to a donor-led approach. To represent Children 1st appropriately at functions, meetings and events and deliver compelling cases for support in writing and orally whether to one person or large groups. Collaborate with the wider Children 1st fundraising and communications team and children services colleagues to plan and implement community fundraising campaigns As a member of the Fundraising Management Team, contribute to the development of the Fundraising strategy, leading on community fundraising Ensure all North regional fundraising activity complies with Children 1st policies and procedures

3 ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES To actively consider the involvement of children, young people and families with whom we work, in all areas of practice and to implement the Children 1st Participation Standards. To actively consider the involvement of volunteers in all areas of our work and to implement the Children 1st Volunteer Development Standards and Policy. To observe all health and safety requirements. To work within and promote policies in relation to Equal Opportunities and antidiscriminatory practices. Awareness of Quality Assurance policies of Children 1st To be committed and adhere to Children 1st vision, mission and values To comply with Children 1st Child Protection and Adult Protection policies and procedures and with National Guidance To comply with Children 1st code of conduct To undertake any additional and appropriate functions as required. Any additional duties will normally be to cover unforeseen circumstances or changes in work, and will usually be compatible with the regular type of work. If an additional task or responsibility becomes a regular or frequent part of the job, it will be included in the job description in consultation with the post holder

4 PERSON SPECIFICATION ROLE: Regional Community Fundraiser North AREA ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Qualifications A good standard of education Membership of the Institute of Fundraising Education to degree level Fundraising qualification Experience Experience in marketing, sales or fundraising management Experience of developing and monitoring budgets and KPIs, reallocating resources as necessary to maximise impact Experience in managing key external relationships Proven track record in managing, supporting and developing staff Previous experience in managing and supporting volunteers Knowledge A high level of commercial awareness with an understanding of the needs of corporate supporters Excellent knowledge of the principles and methods for community and corporate fundraising supported by practical experience Knowledge of volunteer management supported by practical experience Skills Professional approach with excellent formal and informal oral communication skill Excellent written and presentation skills, to prepare and present high impact Experience of working in large, complex institutions Proven operational planning experience. Knowledge of legislation and Fundraising codes of practice Knowledge of fundraising operational procedures (health and safety, finance etc) Software packages: Windows, Raiser s Edge Creative, highly resilient

5 proposals and to correspond professionally Excellent organisational and administrative skills Ability to prioritise personal and team workload to meet KPI s Ability to work under pressure, to organisational deadlines Ability to initiate and develop relationships with a variety of different people Flexible, positive, determined Continually strive for success, overcome challenges Other An awareness of and interest in the work of Children 1st Commitment to and understanding of the principles of participation Understanding of and commitment to the principles of involving volunteers Commitment and promotion of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices at work Awareness of personal responsibility in relation to health and safety Driving Licence