US Fundraising officer

At Christian Aid we have a vision of a better world, free from poverty, and we are investing in fundraising with a long-term strategy that will enable us to have an even greater impact. If you share our vision and you are an exceptional fundraiser who can deliver significant income including from Trusts and Foundations, this could be the job for you.

This role will build on the initial success of grants that have been received from the US to develop greater funding from these sources and support the ongoing work with wealth and philanthropy advisors in the UK.

Working with the other philanthropy teams at Christian Aid to exploit existing links in the US, you will identify prospects, prepare proposals and reports, meet with prospects and donors (this will involve travelling to the US) and develop successful relationships to secure income.

With a solid track record of successful high value fundraising, you will be well practised in managing relationships, making persuasive applications and inspiring face-to-face presentations to secure financial support, networking and influencing. You will be able to produce sophisticated and targeted proposals and reports on Christian Aid’s work.

More than half the world lives in poverty. We aim to put a stop to that. So we campaign against the inequalities that keep people poor and we work with local organisations to give people strength to find their own solutions to the problems they face, irrespective of their religion. If you’re as determined as we are to end poverty and injustice across the world, work with us to make change happen.

Please show your suitability for this post by giving answers to the following questions: Using the guidance notes may help you formulae your answers.

Building partnerships

Tell us about a time when you had to build relationships with other organisations to further your own organisation’s goals and secure significant income.

Communicating effectively

Tell us about a time when you had to communicate a complex issue to a funder or audience that challenged the content of your presentation and asked difficult questions.

Delivering results

Tell us about a time when you planned, prioritised and monitored your own work to meet the team’s objectives to the standards required.

We value the contribution each person makes to the success of our organisation. That is why you can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

As this post is UK based, non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.

Download the role profile (106 KB pdf)

To apply for this post, please download an application pack and email your completed UK & Ireland application form to: recruitment@christian-aid.org (quoting the reference number). Alternatively, your completed application form can be printed out and posted to us at:

Christian Aid
35 Lower Marsh
Waterloo
London SE1 7RT

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Job reference: 276/OK

Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 25 May 2012

Interview date: Wednesday 8 June 2012

Christian Aid values diversity and aspires to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.