Are you a passionate animal lover with community fundraising experience?
Charity People is excited to partner with Birmingham Dogs Home to find a passionate and creative Community Partnerships Officer to join their dedicated team.
Location: Hybrid (Catherine-de-Barnes office base with extensive travel across the West Midlands)
Salary: £25,000 - £27,000, (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including some weekends and public holidays
Contract: Permanent / 4 day working week would be considered
Benefits: 22 days annual leave + bank holidays, BHSF health cover, and company pension.
About the Charity:
Birmingham Dogs Home has been a beacon of hope for dogs in need since 1892. As a leading charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs, they provide a haven and loving care for thousands of dogs every year. With a mission to ensure every dog receives the care and support they deserve; they are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of dogs and their communities across the West Midlands.
About the Role:
This role is central to their strategic plan to diversify and enhance their fundraising and supporter engagement activities. As a Community Partnerships Officer, you will help them continue their mission by connecting with local communities and fostering relationships that drive support and funding.
_Role Highlights Include: _
- Engage with the Community: Build and nurture connections with community groups, local businesses, councils, and schools to promote Birmingham Dogs Home's vital work.
- Develop Fundraising Activities: Create and implement innovative fundraising initiatives to boost financial support and community involvement.
* Steward Supporters: Offer exceptional support to fundraising groups and ensure compliance with legal requirements and policies.
- Manage Finances: Oversee financial targets, budgets, and income related to fundraising activities.
- Collaborate and Support Events: Work with the Head of Fundraising & Communications to plan and execute flagship community events.
About You:
You will be excited to join this small, passionate team, eager to lead and expand their community partnership programme. This role will offer you a variety of challenges and the opportunity to connect with supporters in new and creative ways. You have the following:
- Motivation and Proactivity: You are a self-starter with the drive to push projects forward.
- Creativity: You have a talent for developing innovative fundraising ideas and engaging diverse community groups.
- Communication Skills: You excel in both verbal and written communication.
- Organisational Skills: You can effectively manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Flexibility: You are willing to work out of hours, including some weekends and public holiday.
Previous experience in fundraising, community engagement, or a related field is desirable
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If this role resonates with you, please contact Priya Vencatasawmy at Charity People. You'll be playing a key part in transforming the lives of dogs and enriching communities across the West Midlands.
Closing date: 4th of September 2024
Interview dates: TBC
This role does require a full UK driving licence.
Charity People actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.