Thames Valley Air Ambulance

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Thames Valley Air Ambulance
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
Location : Stokenchurch (Junction 5, M40) Hybrid Working with the option to work up to 3 days remotely (subject to business needs) Contract Type: Permanent Hours : Full time, 37.5 hours per week Salary : £36,743 - £42,793 (FTE) Benefits : Days holiday (Rising to 30 days after five years' service), Hybrid Working with the option to work up to 3 days remotely (subject to business needs) , A day off for your birthday (pro rata for part time), Holiday Trading (Buy & Sell) ,Free annual Flu Vaccination, Option to purchase a Blue Light Card, Employee Assistance Programme ,Company Pension Scheme (Employer contribution 5%/Employee 3%) ,Health Cash Plan About us Thames Valley Air Ambulance exists to give everybody within our community the best chance of surviving and recovering from an emergency. We are here for you and your loved ones. Whoever you are. Wherever and whenever you need us. In Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. Bringing hospital-level care to you by land and air. Medicine and equipment. Paramedics and doctors. Our team are highly trained for and ready for any eventuality. Give you the best chance when the worst happens. Together, we do everything in our power to protect, save and revive lives with the best critical care at the scene and beyond. Job Purpose In conjunction with the Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships, develop and lead a corporate giving programme to create sustainable funding, in line with the Fundraising department strategy and Thames Valley Air Ambulance aims. • To be responsible for the day-to-day management of corporate fundraising for Thames Valley Air Ambulance, maximising income from corporates and ensuring support is strengthened through compelling proposals and excellent stewardship. • Act as a source of expertise in corporate fundraising for the charity. Main Responsibilities Partnership Acquisition & Pipeline Management • Be responsible for delivering the Corporate Partnerships income target and expenditure Budgets. • Secure new multi-year corporate partnerships, by identifying, researching and approaching prospects through creating strong proposals and pitches. • Research, evaluate and develop new corporate fundraising opportunities including strategic partnerships, charity of the year partnerships, cause related marketing, payroll giving, cash or in-kind donations, sponsorship and pro-bono opportunities. • To develop and maintain a robust pipeline of both new business and existing partnerships against income targets. • As directed by the Head of Philanthropy & Partnerships, deliver regular activity and income reports, and participate in the budgeting and forecasting of corporate income. Relationship Management • Manage a portfolio of corporate partnerships, building strong relationships and ensuring high level stewardship to encourage continued support and longevity. • Plan, manage and deliver corporate cultivation and stewardship events; visits and meetings with existing supporters and new prospects, to develop and enhance relationships. • Identify key senior contacts within your partnerships and drive stakeholder engagement plans, leveraging internal relationships where needed to increase partner commitment at all levels of the organisation. • Participate in quarterly national fundraising meetings with Air Ambulance peers, actively supporting national partnership bids. Participate in quarterly corporate forums, sharing best practice and idea generation. • Ensure all necessary agreements are in place and due diligence is undertaken prior to accepting corporate gifts and ensure corporate supporters activity protects the Thames Valley Air Ambulance brand at all times. • All corporate supporter records are maintained and kept up to date using the fundraising CRM system (Dynamics). • To work with the Volunteer Fundraising Manager to assist in fulfilment of volunteer opportunities at corporate events. Other duties and responsibilities • Maintain a detailed knowledge of Thames Valley Air Ambulance's current work and future strategic plans, including networking with colleagues across the organisation to ensure a strong understanding and support of corporate fundraising across Thames Valley Air Ambulance. If this role sounds like it's for you, we would love you to apply! We offer a competitive salary, and great staff benefits such as: • 25 Days holiday (Rising to 30 days after five years' service) • Hybrid Working with the option to work up to 3 days remotely (subject to business needs) • A day off for your birthday (pro rata for part time) • Holiday Trading • Free annual Flu Vaccination • Option to purchase a Blue Light Card • Employee Assistance Programme • Company Pension Scheme • Health Cash Plan Vacancy Closing Date: 20th July 2025 Thames Valley Air Ambulance is a Disability Confident employer. We are committed to discussing and implementing adjustments to support you during your application process and beyond. You may also have experience in the following: Senior Corporate Partnerships Executive, Fundraising Manager, Divisional Fundraising Manager, Community Fundraising, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Partnerships Executive etc. REF
Thames Valley Air Ambulance
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
The post holder will lead on implementing audience focused fundraising campaigns that deliver long-term sustainable income, as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our supporters. The post holder will use evidence-based insights to drive fundraising decisions that increase our overall effectiveness. The post holder will be responsible for providing outstanding supporter experience and stewardship to TVAA supporters.Individual Giving Development Manager Responsibilities:• Work with the Assistant Director of Fundraising and Individual Giving Acquisition Manager to develop and deliver the overall Individual Giving strategy• Ensure that the strategy is translated into action across the Individual Giving remit, so that there is a sustainable and diverse audience-led programme• Work with the Individual Giving Acquisition Manager to ensure that all supporters are welcomed and stewarded into TVAA effectively• Actively increase supporter value through and highly effective stewardship and communications• Develop existing and new initiatives to increase income and raise awareness specifically implementing New Donor Welcome, Cash Appeals, Newsletters, RG conversion, RG Upgrade and RG reactivation programmes amongst others• Manage income and expenditure budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, strong financial management and ownership of income targets and KPIs• Work with the Data Manager and Assistant Director of Fundraising to maximise the value of our data by developing and implementing a Data Management Strategy• Use analysis, insight and audience understanding to inform decision making and implement a test, refine and rollout approach to fundraising to maximise the lifetime value of our supporters• Work with the Data Manager and Assistant Director of Fundraising on the development of supporter journeys through the provision of robust testing, data analysis and insight• Work with the Data Manager and Assistant Director of Fundraising to develop cross organisational segmentation, analysis and reporting based on business objectives and KPI's• Work with the Supporter Care Manager and Assistant Director of Fundraising on the development of a Supporter Care Strategy• Brief the Supporter Care team effectively on live campaigns to ensure the provision of a first-class supporter experience ensuring that all gifts are thanked and banked promptly in line with agreed SLAs• Work with the Supporter Care Manager and relevant external suppliers to ensure all complaints and queries are handled in a timely, courteous and efficient manner, adhering to agreed standards and timescales for escalation or resolution• Inspire, manage and motivate. Monitor and evaluate individual and team performance through setting stretching objectives, regular personal supervision, reviews and appraisals• Establish a culture of continuous development through coaching, staff learning and personal development• Attend meetings and represent the Assistant Director of Fundraising as and when required.• Take responsibility for their own health, safety and welfare, comply with TVAA H&S policy and procedures, and not act in any way that compromises the safety of themselves, colleagues or the public.• Manage the health and safety of their staff and volunteers, including conducting risk assessments as appropriate, and ensuring they have access to, and participate in, appropriate instruction, training and supervision.Individual Giving Development Manager Requirements:• Management of budgets and experience of allocating resources where appropriate to deliver sustainable fundraising income• A good understanding of supporter motivations and feelings and the ability to translate this into engaging and responsive communications and content• Experience of using insight to support and deliver the strategic vision within a comparable organisation• A track record of using insight to inform evidence-based decision making• Experience of managing and evaluating effective agency and supplier relationships• Excellent interpersonal skills including leading and motivating a team and good negotiation skills• To use marketing and fundraising techniques effectively, with insight, professionalism and sensitivity• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to express ideas lucidly, present arguments in a logical manner and argue persuasively on complex marketing issues• Clear understanding of GDPRDesirable• Professional marketing or fundraising qualification• A flexible and entrepreneurial approach with a strong focus on results• Experience of working in a charity or fundraising team• Experience of collaborating and negotiating with internal stakeholders that have differing priorities across corporate departments in order to achieve common goals• Strong problem solving and decision-making skillsAbout Us:We love what we do. Our charity is a place where people care for each other, provide support and encourage everyone to be their best. We pride ourselves on being one of the UK's leading air ambulance charities. As an innovative charity, we are continually developing our organisation and pushing the boundaries of patient care to deliver a unique emergency service, where and when it is most needed. All our staff live our values: We care no matter what, We go above and beyond, and We do the right thing for our patients, their families, our supporters and community.Location: Stokenchurch, near High Wycombe, HP14 3SX - working remotely on a temporary basis, moving forward there will be a requirement to be in the office 2 days a week.Contract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, 37.5 per weekSalary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum plus competitive benefitsYou may have experience of the following: Fundraising Manager, Individual Giving Manager, Donor Management, Fundraising, Fundraiser, Business Development, Senior Fundraising Officer, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, Marketing Manager, Marketing Coordinator, Direct Marketing, etc.Ref: