Ocean Conservation Trust Ltd
Plymouth, Devon
We are seeking a committed and motivated Head of Fundraising to deliver the OCT's ambitious fundraising requirements. This is a vital role for the Ocean Conservation Trust (OCT) leading on the development and delivery of the full spectrum of fundraising activities to support our mission. The post holder will be a key contributory member of the Senior Management Team. The OCT has ambitious fundraising requirements. In addition to the funds raised through the National Marine Aquarium (NMA), the OCT needs a more diverse income stream to drive its core programmes, through the development of appropriate corporate, philanthropic and donation initiatives. The post holder will need to understand the core programmes and develop appropriate schemes and campaigns to build a wide support network to secure a lasting pipeline of donations. They will need to be entrepreneurial, self motivated, team focussed, comfortable liaising across the organisation to ensure integration with activities such as communication, research, membership, publications, partnerships and data and information services among others. They must own income targets and lead income growth, thinking in terms of pipelines, ROI, KPIs and lifetime value. In addition, they will be key to maximising use of the customer relationship management (CRM) system. Overall, this role will be fundamental in developing the OCT as the leading Ocean conservation charity in the UK, generating significant new and diverse revenue streams to drive the Charity's ambition. They must be capable of moving OCT beyond NMA visitor income, building a resilient, mixed portfolio. You will lead a team of 3 staff members and be accountable for achieving specific funding goals to deliver our strategic plans. The post is based at the National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth, UK. Flexible working arrangements include 3 days office/2 days home. Applicants for the post will have a minimum of five years of fundraising leadership in the charity or non profit sector with a proven track record of target driven fundraising. Salary and benefits Salary £45k. Company pension scheme with a matched employer's contribution of up to 5% 28 days paid holiday per annum (including bank holidays) Up to 5 days additional holiday dependent on length of employment A day off on your Birthday Working for an Ocean Conservation Charity of repute Potential for some flexible working / home working Life Assurance scheme Length of service awards Employee Assistance Programme Discounted on site parking Staff discounts up to 50% Complimentary family ticket each month on successful completion of probationary period Essential skills/qualifications Significant experience of fundraising leadership in charity or non profit sector Demonstrated track record of successful fundraising Thorough understanding of fundraising principles. Experience with individual giving, legacies and regular giving programmes from a range of socioeconomic groups Experience with campaign driven projects with specific targets Proven success with donor prospecting, nurturing, stewardship and recognition
We are seeking a committed and motivated Head of Fundraising to deliver the OCT's ambitious fundraising requirements. This is a vital role for the Ocean Conservation Trust (OCT) leading on the development and delivery of the full spectrum of fundraising activities to support our mission. The post holder will be a key contributory member of the Senior Management Team. The OCT has ambitious fundraising requirements. In addition to the funds raised through the National Marine Aquarium (NMA), the OCT needs a more diverse income stream to drive its core programmes, through the development of appropriate corporate, philanthropic and donation initiatives. The post holder will need to understand the core programmes and develop appropriate schemes and campaigns to build a wide support network to secure a lasting pipeline of donations. They will need to be entrepreneurial, self motivated, team focussed, comfortable liaising across the organisation to ensure integration with activities such as communication, research, membership, publications, partnerships and data and information services among others. They must own income targets and lead income growth, thinking in terms of pipelines, ROI, KPIs and lifetime value. In addition, they will be key to maximising use of the customer relationship management (CRM) system. Overall, this role will be fundamental in developing the OCT as the leading Ocean conservation charity in the UK, generating significant new and diverse revenue streams to drive the Charity's ambition. They must be capable of moving OCT beyond NMA visitor income, building a resilient, mixed portfolio. You will lead a team of 3 staff members and be accountable for achieving specific funding goals to deliver our strategic plans. The post is based at the National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth, UK. Flexible working arrangements include 3 days office/2 days home. Applicants for the post will have a minimum of five years of fundraising leadership in the charity or non profit sector with a proven track record of target driven fundraising. Salary and benefits Salary £45k. Company pension scheme with a matched employer's contribution of up to 5% 28 days paid holiday per annum (including bank holidays) Up to 5 days additional holiday dependent on length of employment A day off on your Birthday Working for an Ocean Conservation Charity of repute Potential for some flexible working / home working Life Assurance scheme Length of service awards Employee Assistance Programme Discounted on site parking Staff discounts up to 50% Complimentary family ticket each month on successful completion of probationary period Essential skills/qualifications Significant experience of fundraising leadership in charity or non profit sector Demonstrated track record of successful fundraising Thorough understanding of fundraising principles. Experience with individual giving, legacies and regular giving programmes from a range of socioeconomic groups Experience with campaign driven projects with specific targets Proven success with donor prospecting, nurturing, stewardship and recognition