APPLICATION PACK
Head of Fundraising and Development
APPLICATION PACK
An exciting opportunity has arisen to initiate and develop an ambitious fundraising programme for one
of the leading football community trusts. You will lead and inspire a small team and will be
responsible for planning and implementing the charity’s fundraising strategy, focusing primarily on
individual donor fundraising, including donor recruitment, donor development, high net worth
individuals and legacies.
The charity is investing heavily in fundraising development and this is an ideal opportunity for an
experienced fundraiser to create and lead a fundraising department.
Charlton Athletic Community Trust’s vision is:
“Using the power of football, we will enable individuals to improve their lives and the communities they live in.’’
The vision is underpinned by our values:
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Respect – We will treat all service users, partners, staff and volunteers with respect at all times.
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Trust – We will trust each other to uphold the values of the organisation at all times.
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Inclusivity – We will ensure that every aspect of our work is inclusive at all times and ensure that all
members of the community are welcome and supported to access our programmes.
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Equality – We will endeavour, through our programmes, to develop equality of opportunity for all people
within the communities we serve.
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Commitment – We will show commitment to all of our service users and partners and are committed to
providing quality programmes for the communities we serve.
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Integrity – We will always act with integrity in every aspect of our work.
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Empowerment – We will empower the communities we serve by providing opportunities for improved and
higher levels of education, health, physical activity, inclusion and equality.
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Passion – We will always deliver our programmes with passion and we are passionate about creating
positive outcomes for and improving the lives of our service users, partners, staff and volunteers. And in
doing so improve the communities we serve.
Through the use of our values and delivery of quality programmes in South East London and Kent, our mission
statement is to:
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Improve equality and inclusion,
Reduce health inequalities,
Increase access to sport & physical activity for all members of the community,
Increase opportunities for all members of the community to access education, employment & training,
Raise educational achievement,
Enable individuals to participate in social action,
Reduce crime and improve community cohesion,
Continue to be a self-financing, viable charity embedded within the ethos of Charlton Athletic Football Club.
The CACT programmes are delivered under seven main strands: social action and enterprise; sports
development; education; youth services; health; equality & diversity and; early help & prevention.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title:
Head of Fundraising and
Development
Reporting to:
Chief Executive Officer
Pay:
£43,000 – £47,000
Contract
type:
Full time, permanent
Location:
CAFC Training Ground,
New Eltham
Days and
hours of
work:
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per
week
Document
created:
February 2017
Ref number
CACT/FR172
Main Purpose of Post:
The postholder will be responsible for the strategic development and management of all
fundraising for Charlton Athletic Community Trust. The key areas of focus will be:
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Fundraising management and strategy development
Management of other fundraising and related staff
Major donor development
Development of legacy fundraising
As a member of the Senior Management Team, participation in the strategic and policy
development of Charlton Athletic Community Trust
Job Role:
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To lead fundraising development for Charlton Athletic Community Trust
To develop and implement the organisation’s fundraising strategy in conjunction with key
stakeholders
To initiate, develop and nurture relationships with funders and donors through structured and
personal networks with a view to securing long-term support
To raise the profile of Charlton Athletic Community Trust and awareness of its work
To communicate Charlton Athletic Community Trust’s work, vision, brand and messages to a
range of external audiences
To be a part of the Senior Management Team, assisting the Chief Executive Officer in
making strategic decisions
Duties and Responsibilities:
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To review and develop the organisation’s fundraising strategy and grow the organisation’s
funding base
To create and implement practical fundraising plans, based on the fundraising strategy for
the long term
To manage the fundraising team and support them to maximise income from individual
donors and grant-making trusts
In conjunction with key stakeholders, to develop the organisation’s key messages and case
for support
To undertake in-depth research to add to the research base in relation to high net worth
individuals
To develop individual cultivation, solicitation, acknowledgement and stewardship plans for
potential major donors
To work with the Trustees, supporting them in relationship development, donor cultivation,
solicitation and stewardship
To identify, organise and participate in cultivation events that help develop potential and
actual donor loyalty, interest and trust in Charlton Athletic Community Trust
To maintain and develop high level contracts
To develop and ensure the implementation of a first class donor and funder care programme
To promote legacy and in memoriam giving to support Charlton Athletic Community Trust
To work within the law and codes of practice issued by the Institute of Fundraising and
Fundraising Regulator
To line mange the Fundraising Officer, Marketing and Communications Manager, Bid Writer
and Impact and Evaluation Officer
Other duties consistent with the requirements of the charity
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Job title: Head of Fundraising and Development
Person Specification
Attributes
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Qualifications
and experience
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Sound evidence of fundraising
achievement
Sound knowledge of fundraising
regulation
Ability to interest, influence and enthuse
potential funders and donors
Excellent written communication skills,
from the highly personal (e.g. ‘Thank You’
cards) to the professional (e.g. reports)
Outstanding donor care skills
Strong organisational abilities and
knowledge of formal project planning
tools
Ability to represent the organisation
internally and externally
Knowledge of fundraising databases,
segmentation and analysis
Confident public speaker
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Self-motivated and enthusiastic
Willing to undertake additional training as necessary
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Skills, ability and
knowledge
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Personal
qualities
Experience major donor fundraising
Legacy and in memoriam fundraising
experience
Staff management experience
At least 5 years’ general fundraising
experience
Recognised qualification in fundraising
Member of the Institute of Fundraising
Experience of managing fundraising
volunteers
A Level standard of education
Holds a relevant professional qualification
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APPLICATIONS
CACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any job offer is subject to
satisfactory employment references and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Application forms are available from http://www.cact.org.uk/get-involved/
To apply for this role, please send a completed application form, and a covering letter, detailing how you meet
the requirements of the role to:
[email protected]
Or via post to:
Human Resources, Charlton Athletic Community Trust
CAFC Training Ground
Sparrows Lane
New Eltham
SE9 2JR
Closing date for applications:
24 March 2017
Interviews:
5 April 2017
Please note if you do not receive an invitation for interview by 5 April please assume that your application has
not been successful on this occasion.