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Fundraising Officer – Trusts and Foundations

Position: Fundraising Officer – Trusts and Foundations

Responsible to: Head of Fundraising

Contract: Full/Part time - dependent on experience, Permanent

Salary: Circa £29,000 per annum

Location: London

Background

BAFTA is an independent charity with a mission to develop and promote the three art forms we support: film, television and games. We do this by identifying and rewarding excellence, inspiring practitioners and benefiting the viewing public.

Our esteemed Awards ceremonies are high profile celebrations of our industry’s greatest achievements, but our Learning & Events programme and Archive projects form the heart of our charity work. Reaching a diverse audience of all age groups, they offer unique access to some of the world’s most inspiring talent.

On-stage events, on-going projects and webcasts encourage the public to deepen their understanding of the art forms they are touched by every day and, at the same time, ensure the creative industries achieve the highest standards.

We rely on funding from membership subscriptions, individual donations, trusts, foundations and corporate partnerships as well as our earned income, to support all our on-going charitable work.

Job Purpose

The Fundraising Officer is a new role and the successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and securing funding from grant giving trusts and foundations, companies with corporate social responsibility (CSR) departments and statutory organisations, to enable BAFTA to develop and expand its Learning & Events programme and Archive projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Securing funding from grant giving organisations, contributing to the budgeted income targets and organisational strategic goals
• Researching and compiling relevant information to be included in funding proposals
• Delivering quality communications, including written proposals, reports and face-to-face presentations that are effective and persuasive
• Identifying, cultivating and developing relationships with key stakeholders to secure new funders and solicit support
• Working with colleagues to create funding proposals and develop new projects to target new and existing funders
• Reporting to the Head of Fundraising on progress against targets and specific objectives
• Building relationships and raising awareness of the fundraising remit with key internal departments.
• Managing administration of funding applications, contracts and reporting, including accurately maintaining paper and electronic records and ensuring timely collection of payment instalments

Additional Responsibilities

• Proactively being aware of funding trends and initiatives in the UK, and Internationally
• Continually researching grant giving organisations and exploring how other similar organisations are supported
• Being aware of grant giving organisations outside the UK
• Ensuring that BAFTA’s vision, mission and values are adhered to and its principles promoted
• Assisting with the organisation of fundraising events and stewarding funders who attend
• Ensuring all information relating to funders and prospects is accurate and up to date and adheres to data protection guidelines
• Carrying out additional duties as required by the Head of Fundraising and commensurate with the post

Personal Specification

• Proven experience of gaining funds from a range of grant giving organisations
• Proven track record or producing written applications and reports that are both creative and inspiring
• Relevant interpersonal skills with experience in giving presentations, networking, negotiation and influencing others
• Experience in responding appropriately to the requirements and demands of funders, with the ability to handle and respond positively to pressure
• Attention to detail and excellent proof reading skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• High degree of commitment and flexible approach to working hours
• Ability to work independently using own initiative
• Developed time management and organisational skills
• Database management skills
• Knowledge of and interest in the art form of the moving image which includes film, TV and games

Application Process

CLOSED

Deadline: Friday 1st August


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