Leadership Giving Officer
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Contents
Charity Profile
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Position Overview
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Responsibilities
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Person Specification
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Employment Information
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How to Apply
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Charity Profile Right To Play is a global organisation that uses the transformative power of play to educate and empower children facing adversity. It was founded in 2000 by Johann Olav Koss, a four-time Olympic gold medallist and social entrepreneur. Through playing sports and games, Right To Play helps children build essential life skills and better futures, while driving social change in their communities. For over ten years, Right To Play has been bringing smiles to the faces of millions of children living in disadvantaged areas of the world. We build specially designed Sport for Development programmes based on the needs of each community. Our programmes embody the best values of sport and combine other non-sport components to enhance learning. These programmes empower participants and communities and promote sustainability. Our growth, though a testament to the excellence and quality of our programmes, also reflects the great need for the work we do. Right To Play trains local community leaders to deliver our programmes in more than 20 countries affected by war, poverty, and disease in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and North America. Right To Play promotes the involvement of all children and youth. We believe that the power of play can transform a child’s life. That’s why we are working in the most disadvantaged areas engaging girls, persons with disabilities, children affected by HIV/AIDS, street children, former child combatants and refugees. Our work is facilitated by approximately 600 international staff, 13,500 volunteer Coaches and 300 Athlete Ambassadors. Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has National Offices in the United States, Canada, The Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Right To Play UK was established in 2006. In 2014, under the leadership of the new National Director and with a new UK strategy, we expect to raise in the region of £3 million for our global programmes. The UK team partners with companies, individuals and athletes who are working with us to promote the work of Right To Play. For more information, please refer to our website: www.righttoplay.org.uk.
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Position Overview Right To Play UK was established in 2006.
In 2014, under the leadership of the new National
Director and with a new UK strategy, we expect to raise in the region of ÂŁ3m for our global programmes. The UK team partners with companies, individuals and athletes who are working with us to promote the work of Right To Play. Right To Play UK is seeking a dynamic and motivated Leadership Giving Officer to work closely with the Head of Leadership Giving as a key member of the Fundraising Team. Reporting directly to the Head of Leadership Giving, the position is part of the team which establishes, develops and manages relationships with major donors - individuals and companies giving through donations, partnerships and events - to secure five- and six-figure gifts. Our ideal candidate would be someone with the motivation to be part of a successful team.
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looking for an articulate communicator with impeccable attention to detail who would show flair in presenting our work to a range of donors.
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Responsibilities The Leadership Giving Officer is a varied role supporting the Head of Leadership Giving and working with the Fundraising Team to ensure high quality information and presentation for individuals and organisations making significant contributions: 1. Research •
Researching fundraising projects using internal and external resources
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Using external databases and resources to research potential new individuals with significant giving potential
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Researching trusts and foundations to which RTP will make applications
2. Writing •
Writing first drafts of case for support materials and updates for donors
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Providing support for the development of materials as part of Corporate support
3. Fundraising •
Working with another Fundraising Officer to i) coordinate fundraising from challenge events and volunteer fundraisers and ii) develop and promote regular giving opportunities as well as new products
4. Team Administration •
Assisting the Fundraising Team with planning events and meetings
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Assisting the Head of Leadership Giving with coordination of the activities of the Fundraising Team
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Providing administrative assistance to the Head of Leadership Giving
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Work closely with the Finance Manager on gift reporting
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Person Specification Experience and Skills • An excellent standard of written English E • Educated to degree level E • Strong and confident communication skills and an ability to build good working relationships with colleagues E • Experience of analysis and research E • Strong problem-solving skills E • Experience in an international organisation D • Experience of the NGO / charity sector D Competencies and Personal Attributes • Empathy with the needs and requirements of a range of stakeholders E • Excellent organisational and administrative skills E • Proven track record of using own initiative, being a proactive self-starter E • Flexibility - ability/willingness to travel and work occasionally irregular hours E • Affinity for the mission and mandate of Right To Play E Technical Skills • Strong computer skills - MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint E • Knowledge of using database systems such as Microsoft CRM or Raisers Edge E
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Essential (must have)
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Desirable (asset)
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Employment Information Salary:
ÂŁ competitive
Employment Benefits:
Pension, Sick Leave, Life Assurance
Hours:
Full-time (but part time of 80% or more would be considered)
Contract:
Permanent
Report to:
Head of Leadership Giving
Place of Work:
Right To Play UK One Euston Square 40 Melton Street London NW1 2FD
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The recruitment process is being managed by Stephen Perrett from Execucare. To make an application, you need to email a copy of your CV along with a short Covering Letter. Your Covering Letter should be addressed to: Stephen Perrett Director Execucare 71-75 Shelton Street London WC2H 9JQ
There is no need to post hard copies so please let us have everything by email. All enquiries should be directed to stephen.perrett@execucare.com or call on 020-3551 8009.
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