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SalaryAre you up for something really different? Raise Your Hands (RYH) is not like other charities or grantmakers. Comms and marketing is not a bolt-on to operations, it’s the driving force of what we do as an organisation.
RYH exists to innovate in the philanthropic space. We act as a conduit between exceptional small charities that change young lives and companies/people who want a different experience of giving.
As Director of Communications and Development, you’ll be playing a critical role in a small organisation that punches above its weight in terms of impact. We’ve donated more than £2m to date and helped improve the lives of 538,679 children and young people since 2015. We're working to reach 1m by 2030.
You’ll shape our Marketing and Communications strategy - conceiving, implementing and testing ways to both attract and retain companies and donors.
The role offers a high level of flexibility and a chance to work within a truly innovative and dynamic non-profit organisation.
Job Title –Director of Communications & Development
Salary - £45,000-49,000 FTE pro rata depending on the candidate
Hours-Between 28 hours (0.8 FTE) and 35 hours (1.0 FTE)
Location –Fully remote working, with monthly in-person meetings in London.
Flexibility – We are committed to a healthy work-life balance and are truly flexible in our working culture. We will consider job share, compressed hours and flexible hours.
About Us
Raise Your Hands supports a platform of 16 exceptional small charities that improve the lives of children & young people around the UK.
We fundraise on behalf of the small charities on our platform, targeting donors that would normally be out of their reach. We do this by innovating in the fundraising space with a particular focus on corporate partnerships and pioneering events.
We work a lot with the finance sector, and we aim to produce communications that cut through and offer a fresh voice in this space.
Requirements
We’re looking for an experienced senior marketer from a B2B or charity corporate fundraising context who will embrace non-traditional approaches and test new ideas. Drawing inspiration from both within and beyond the charity sector, you’ll take our marketing strategy to the next level.
This role would suit someone who believes in the power of words to inspire positive action and has an eye for solid design principles.
The successful candidate will enjoy versatility and the creativity that comes from working in a small team with big ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy Development:
- Lead on meeting the relevant organisational objectives in RYH Strategic Plan.
- Shape overall messaging and brand development
- Coordinate strategic content planning and campaign management.
- Editorial oversight of digital assets, copy, design and brand
- Track and measure the effectiveness of Marketing efforts to make data-driven decisions.
Digital Marketing and Campaign Management:
- Deliver on existing Corporate Marketing Plan and develop it further
- Test new ideas for multi-channel marketing strategies
- Manage a lean budget and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
- Use ABM to identify high-value prospects and optimise targeted marketing efforts.
- Collaborate with the Partnerships Manager on lead generation and donor stewardship.
Content Creation and Management:
- Ensure consistent tone and messaging across all channels.
- Oversee the creation of engaging content, including articles, website updates, newsletters, social posts, pitch decks, and fundraising collateral.
- Apply UX design principles and optimise content for SEO, social media, and donor conversion.
Fundraising Product Development:
- Lead the testing of potential fundraising products, such as new events or stewardship packages.
- Work with the Founder to pilot prototypes and assess their efficacy
For more information on the role and what we are looking for in a candidate please read the full Job Description below.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a supporting statement that describes how you meet the essential elements of the person specification (no more than two sides of A4). If you would like to contact us for an informal chat, please get in touch via our website.
Application deadline: 10pm on Tuesday, 25th June
Interviews: Between 27th June and 3rd July (TBC)
Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and young people across the UK!
