Head Of Fundraising & Programmes England Football Charity, FA

The England Football Charity Head of Fundraising & Programmes will play a big role in securing funding for the charity to deliver it's objectives.

Full Description

We have established the England Football Charity to do more for those that can gain from the broader benefits of football. The FA already invests approximately £1 million every week into supporting the grassroots game. But for those with a disability or from deprived backgrounds, we know that they are harder to reach and require more support. Across these two audiences, our current mission focuses on helping young people not in employment, education or training (NEET) gain the skills they need to achieve the future they want.

The England Football Charity will focus on raising additional funding to enhance existing external programmes and activities that support these objectives. Whilst football will be the mechanism, the focus is on outcomes that improve individual development, employability and mental well-being, as well as supporting greater social cohesion.

The England Football Charity Head of Fundraising & Programmes is a home-based, 12-month fixed-term contract position. The successful applicant will play a critical role in securing funding for the charity to deliver it's objectives, and defining the programmes that will do so. Whilst the charity will look for a diverse range of funding sources, the initial focus will primarily be on major donations from high-net-worth individuals (HNWI). Income from corporate partners and charitable foundations will also be an initial focus.

This critical role is required to support the England Football Charityfor 12 months, whilst the charity's operational viability is established. The position will be fully engaged with the charity, but will be employed by The FA for the duration of the contract. Should the role-holder be successful in their objectives during the 12 months FTC period,the role will then be employed directly by the England Football Charity.

Key Accountabilities:

Programmes Delivery Activities

• Engaging with funders and delivery partners, to design effective programmes that align to the objectives of the charity
• Ensuring appropriate resourcing, governance and oversight of all programmes
• Producing management reports to donors and Trustees on the progress and outcome of the programmes
• Increasing funds by researching and targeting charitable trusts whose criteria match the charity's aims and activities
• Developing bespoke fundraising strategies and packages in partnership with donor and delivery partner
• Utilising major fundraising opportunities (e.g. London marathon) to raise the profile of the charity and engage individuals in fund raising for the Charity
• Developing new and imaginative fundraising approaches, sources and activities to maximise the income for the charity

Major Donors - Lead Generation & Relationship Management

• Identifying and researching HNWI (high net worth individuals) with a clear connection to the charity's objectives
• Establish initial contact with selected HNWIs in order to introduce the charity and secure their interest
• Maximising the level of donations received from HNWIs through appropriate ongoing communications and promotion of their personal impact
• Implement robust stewardship programs to maintainrelationships with existing high net worth donors, ensuring ongoing engagement and appreciation for their contributions

What are we looking for?

Essential for the role:

• Knowledge
  • Deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape within high net worth circles in England
  • Strong understanding of ethical standards in fundraising practices to maintain transparency and accountability
• Experience
  • Broad experience of establishing and developing relationships with high net worth individuals
  • Prior experience fundraising within an early-stage charity or voluntary organisation
• Technical Skills
  • Research, screening and profile development of HNWIs
  • Developing bespoke, individual fundraising strategies, approaches and materials
  • Establishing clear metrics and KPIs to measure the success of fundraising activities

Beneficial to have:

• Knowledge
  • Understanding of the challenges and support required by those from a lower socio-economic group
  • Understanding of the challenges and support required by those with a disability
• Experience
  • Professional or voluntary experience working in grassroots football, or grassroots sports more broadly
  • Experience in self-management whilst undertaking fundraising activities
• Technical Skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Applications for this position close at 11:59pm on Sunday the 8th of June. the interview dates for the role are as follows:

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a video interview on Wednesday 11th June, with a completion date of Tuesday 17th June.
• Final in-person Interviews will be held on Friday 4th July

We welcomeapplications from everyone and are proud to be an equal opportunitiesemployer. If you have any particular requirements in respect of the recruitment or interview process, please mention this during your application.

As part of the FA's commitment to ensuring a safe environment for everyone in football, every employee will be required to complete a DBS check. The level of the check required will be based on the activity of the specific job role and in line with legislation and government guidance