Corporate Partnerships Officer

Every 6 minutes someone learns that they are losing their sight. Every five hours, a baby is born with sight problems. In these moments, two profound questions emerge:

• Can this be stopped?         

• How do I (or my child) live this life?

The merger of Fight for Sight and Vision Foundation on 1st April 2023 will enable us to address both questions. By combining our strengths and expertise we’ll be the only significant national funder with the efficiency, capability, and capacity to increase investment in medical research and social improvement. Together we can mitigate both the prevalence and impact of sight loss.

We have a clear ambition, led by our CEO, Keith Valentine, who has valuable lived experience of sight loss. We’ve secured well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors and patrons, from Sir John Major to Marsha De Cordova MP.

We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team as we launch a new five-year growth strategy. You’ll be part of something impactful, we’d love to hear from you.

The Partnerships Officer will work mainly across Corporate and Major Donor low to mid-level income generation, whilst also providing research and administrative support to the managers within high value, including Trusts and Foundations. You will work closely with another established Partnerships Officer. This is a great role for someone that has some fundraising experience and would like to develop their high value relationship skills.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION                         

Responsible to                                                                                       

Director of Development

Direct reports                                                                                        

N/A

Working hours and contract                                                               

This is a permanent full-time role. We will consider part-time and flexible arrangements.

Salary                                                                                                     

£25,000 to £27,000 depending on experience.

Location                                                                                                 

Aldgate E1 and hybrid working. Two days in the office and external meetings and events as required.

Role Responsibilities:                                                                            

·      Responsible for generating circa £50,000 in year 1.

·      Research, approach and develop new Corporate partnerships and donations, and support Major Donor activities.

·      Provide general administration across the high value team as required.

·      Provide high value analysis as required by the Director of Development.

·      Work closely with the Special Events team to deliver successful events.

·      Support with the development of innovative proposals in conjunction with colleagues.

·      Confidently present the key messages of the organisation and encourage support via a variety of media including informal conversations, networking, presentations, and written literature

·      Use ThankQ to effectively administer and manage partnership activities.

·      Ensure that all donations and income are correctly recorded, tracked and thanked.

·      Work closely with the high value managers to grow relationships beyond their current support level.

·      Support delivery of webinars, lab tours and other high value stewardship activity.

Other

·    Become fully conversant with the aims and objectives of the organisation

·    Keep up to date with developments in the sector and key new initiatives in our field. 

·    To work at all times in compliance with the Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Practice and data protection legislation.

·    Provide ad hoc support the Public Fundraising team.

Person specification:                                                                            

Skills, knowledge & experience                                                                      

·      Minimum of one year experience within a fundraising team

·      Meeting income or sales targets.

·      Strong administrational skills through use of Excel, Power Point and Word.

·      Managing multiple workstreams and deadlines.

·      Understanding and experience of working within the requirements of the Code of Fundraising Practice and data protection legislation.

Personal qualities                                                                                 

·    An understanding of and commitment to the sight loss community.

·    Strong communication skills and presentation style.

·    Evidence of financial fluency.

·    Flexibility and a practical, can-do attitude.

·    Highly motivated and able to juggle a varied workload.

·    Personable, with excellent listening skills.

·    Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.

·    Growth mindset

Flexibility                                                                                                

·      The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as the newly merged charity develops and the role grows. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.