Trust and Grants Fundraiser

About Us: Join MAF UK, a unique Christian charity committed to transforming lives through aviation and technology. As a Research and Small Trusts Executive, you'll play a pivotal role in our Philanthropy & Partnerships team, contributing to our mission to serve isolated communities in need.

Role Overview: You will be accountable to the Relationship Manager.  Your primary responsibility will be to lead the ongoing prospect research program for new high-value grant-making trusts and individual donors. You'll also establish and nurture long-term relationships with smaller trusts, contributing to MAF UK's fundraising success.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research and Data Analysis:

   • Implement the yearly research plan, identifying new prospects and researching charitable trusts and high net worth individuals.
   • Conduct ongoing research on identified prospects to align with MAF's funding priorities.
   • Review and categorise existing portfolios, ensuring alignment with relationship categories.
   • Produce high-quality research documents and utilise reporting software to track KPIs.

2. Relationship Executive:

   • Actively fundraise by managing a portfolio of smaller trusts, contributing to an annual target of £500,000.
   • Develop and maintain knowledge of projects available for funding, support mailing plans, and send detailed fundraising proposals.
   • Provide regular report backs to donors, maintaining accurate records on MAF UK's CRM.

3. Data Protection:

   • Ensure compliance with UK Data Protection legislation, GDPR, and fundraising regulations.
   • Monitor internal data practices, stay informed on changes in the fundraising data protection landscape, and suggest process improvements.

4. Programme Data & Information Gathering:

   • Gather information on humanitarian news, program updates, and partner details for the team's use.
   • Build relationships with communication teams and gather data on specific MAF aircraft for donor reports.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree or equivalent education.
• Proven experience in producing quality written work.
• Recent experience in data skills, including knowledge of UK data protection legislation, GDPR, and Fundraising Code of Practice.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Fundraising training.
• Experience in a Christian organisation or charity/fundraising environment.
• Research experience.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent writing skills with attention to detail.
• Efficient and organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Strong communication skills within a cross-functional team environment.

Personal Qualities:

• Committed evangelical Christian, aligned with MAF's values.
• Motivated and eager to learn.
• Emotionally resourceful and flexible.
• Service-oriented with an enquiring mind.

Terms and Conditions:

• Location: This role is base at the MAF UK Offices in Folkestone, Kent.  We welcome hybrid working in line with our flexible working policy, the needs of the business, the requirements of the role and your location. This will be discussed at interview.
• Working Hours: At least 36 hours per week, with 1 hour for lunch daily unpaid. Hours should be agreed with line manager.
• Annual Leave: Annual leave entitlement of 22 days per year plus the Christmas/New Year office closure and 8 paid public holidays per year.
• Pension Scheme: Non-contributory (10% of salary).
• Probation and Notice Period: 3 months each.
• Salary: Grade 4, Specialist £35,950 per annum

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications, please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing how your skills and experiences align with the role's requirements. You can apply for the role by clicking the 'Apply Now' button shown above, located at the top right hand corner of this page.  

Deadline for applications: 29 January 2024 at 12noon.

Join us in making a lasting impact through your work at MAF UK!