JOB DESCRIPTION. To develop and implement a strategy and successful initiatives for maximising income from fundraising.

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1 JOB DESCRIPTION Post Title: School: Department: Salary: Responsible to: Fundraising Coordinator The Bridge School School Business Management SO1 Executive Head Teacher Purpose of the Job: To contribute to all aspects of fundraising on behalf of The Bridge School in line with the Fundraising Working Group. To develop and implement a strategy and successful initiatives for maximising income from fundraising. To ensure that fundraising income targets are realised or surpassed within defined timescales. To be responsible for creating and maintaining key relationships with supporters. To have oversight and project management of fundraising events held on behalf of the school. Fundraising: 1. To prepare fundraising marketing materials to promote the Bridge Charity to potential and current donors, parents and staff. 2. To identify potential funding opportunities (including grants, trusts and donors) and prepare the required submissions 3. Arrange for tours of the Sites, visits by prospective donors and thank you events 4. To maintain accurate fundraising records including accounts and lists of donors 5. To manage the fundraising budget with support from the School Business Manager; ensure the Charity accounts are audited each year; draft the Annual Report on behalf of the Trustees. 6. To gather the views of parents and staff and involve them in fund raising activities 7. Research suitable funding streams, providing information and insight on opportunities and producing high-quality written submissions

2 8. To maintain relationships and maximise all opportunities with current supporters. 9. To develop and meticulously organise a range of fundraising opportunities and events distributed throughout the year. 10. To thoroughly research and appropriately approach companies for gifts in kind and events sponsorship. 11. To attend meetings with potential donors as appropriate and to deliver presentations and proposals to a high standard to secure funding. 12. To contribute to the fundraising section of the website, ensuring it is relevant, up to date, informative and attractive to potential and current supporters. 13. To record all relevant communication on the Raiser s Edge database and to ensure that information held on the database and in paper records is accurate and up-to-date. 14. To devise, implement and manage a comprehensive ongoing donor care programme. 15. To write and produce timely and appropriate corporate grant applications, appeal letters and update reports. 16. To be aware of charity law and tax efficient giving and its impact on fundraising. To ensure that The Bridge works within the confines of the law and to maximise all cost effective giving opportunities. To be aware of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the IoF codes of practice. 17. To play an active part in the life of The Bridge. 18. To report on work undertaken and income secured and carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the Executive Headteacher 19. To be responsible for efficient administration and maintenance of the fundraising database and respond to general enquiries concerning donations Personal Responsibilities 1. To carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post, in accordance with the school s Health and Safety Policy and relevant Health and Safety Guidance and Legislation. 2. To promote the safeguarding of children. 3. To use information technology systems as required to carry out the duties of the post in the most efficient and effective manner. 4. To undertake training and professional development as appropriate.

3 5. Flexibility will be required in relation to working hours as some events may occur during the weekends or after 5pm. Performance Standards 1. To ensure that the school s customer care standards are met and adhered to. 2. At all times to carry out the responsibilities of the post with due regard to the school s Equal Opportunities policy.

4 PERSON SPECIFICATION Post Title: School: Department: Fundraising Coordinator The Bridge School and Professional Training Centre School Business Management Professional qualities and skills Professional qualities and skills Essential Desirable 1. Excellent interpersonal skills 2. Able to establish effective working relationships, based on agreed outcomes, with diverse stakeholders 3. Able to lead but also work as part of a team 4. Able to undertake regular travel and committed to professional and reputable networking and promoting both the School and the Charity 5. Research suitable funding streams, providing information and insight on opportunities and producing high-quality written submissions 6. Evidence of the personal qualities required to engage successfully with a wide range of stakeholders including staff, volunteers, donors and parents. 7. Evidence of flexibility and being open to new ideas. 8. Evidence of the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing and to produce information in a way that is comprehensible to a range of audiences. 9. Show a proactive, resilient attitude to developing the quality and efficiency of their own work. 10. Knowledge and experience of community, education, fundraising events and mass participation events, proven track record of developing new and innovative initiatives, track record of delivering growth within in the events and/or community fundraising sectors 11. Experience of budget development and monitoring. 12. Experience of advising governors

5 13. Demonstrate that you have experience of generating substantial voluntary income. 14. Experience/ Knowledge of the SEN sector. 15. Direct practical experience of working with children and young people with special needs 16. Qualifications relevant to the post 17. Experience of researching market trends in terms of data analysis will be advantageous. Personal qualities Essential 18. Evidence of good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as member of a team and develop and maintain good relations with all members of the school community. To work co-operatively with the staff of the Local Authority and relevant agencies as required. 19. Evidence of an understanding and commitment to Equal Opportunities both in service delivery and employment, and an understanding of its effective operation within a school. 20. Self-efficiency with the ability to demonstrate initiative and independence when required 21. A commitment to providing a responsive and supportive service and a willingness to constantly seek ways of improving the service. 22. Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people. 23. Work under pressure when required to do so whilst maintaining a high standard and production of work