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London Region Volunteer Fundraiser Background

Do you want to use your networking skills to help the Inland Waterways Association (IWA) London Region raise vital funds and build our ability to increase our work protecting the waterways and their heritage in London? The London Region consists of six branches Chelmsford, Chiltern, Lea & Stort, North & East London, South London, and West London. Each branch raises funds in its own area by simply asking for donations, organising local fundraising events or running a tombola at local community events. To enable the London Region and its branches to increase the opportunities for developing new and existing projects and campaigns we need to be able to raise funds across branch boundaries.

Purpose of Job:

Job Summary

The post holder will be responsible for raising funds across the London Region from Local and Regional Government, and Lottery funding as well as trusts and foundations and to developing new income streams and donors to support the work of IWA London Region and its branches.

Time Commitment

This is an ongoing, ad-hoc, role which can be tailored to fit in with your time and availability. You would be invited to join the Region committee which meets approximately 6 times a year. Income Generation We need you to manage, support and develop imaginative fundraising activities across the Region. We would also like you to write grant applications for funding and develop and broaden our corporate member base.

Person Specification

You are enthusiastic about supporting the work of the IWA in London. To be able to do this job you will require good administration skills IT/computer skills including Word, Excel and Outlook. It would be excellent if you also have experience of charity fundraising and grant applications but this is not essential.

Advice & Support

You will have access and support from IWA’s Head office experienced fundraising team and access to a range of online support material. Further Training may be available.

What’s in it for you?

Amongst other skills, the role will help further develop your fundraising and marketing skills and experience, and will look great on your CV!

Further Information

If you would like to help or want more information on what is involved please contact me. Paul Strudwick London Region Chair Paul.strudwick@waterways.org.uk 07885 240291