FUNDRAISING INTERN – JOB DESCRIPTION

INTRODUCTION

Love Is All We Need raises funds to care for and support orphans and other vulnerable children affected by HIV/AIDS in South Africa. We are a team of 5 trustees who raise funds to support 4 projects: The Hope Centre, Sponsor a Mother, Children Building Nations and The Mdumbi Education Centre.

This year the charity is committed to expanding its team so that more funds can be raised, as the AIDS pandemic in South Africa is spreading rapidly, leaving children without parents and fending for themselves. They need our support NOW. We want to increase our funding streams through corporate sponsorship, community events, trusts and foundations, statutory funding bodies and major and individual donors. Our aim for the next 3 years is to raise several hundred thousand pounds annually.

In the past three years, fundraising has been solely a function of the Trustees. As a team, we have launched new fundraising initiatives but do not have the resources to focus heavily on this, which is why four new roles have been created: Chief Executive, PR & Marketing Manager, PR & Marketing Intern and Fundraising Intern. All of these roles will have a strong business development function as part of a comprehensive, multi-year campaign that will help the charity realise its ambitious plans to target substantial long-term income. Your role and performance are vital to this aim.

JOB PURPOSE

As the Fundraising Intern over the next 6 months at Love Is All We Need, you will be expected to develop a track record of assisting in securing sponsorship from a diverse range of funding streams. You will also be expected to assist in implementing thefundraising strategy todevelop our existing funding streams and to develop other fundraising streams.

STRUCTURE OF INTERNSHIP

The post is a part-time, temporary role over a minimum of 6 months, designed to give you a range of experience. You will be expected to work a3-day week (Mon to Wed) in which you will be able to developskills in effective research, application writing and reporting to funders.

Some weekend work will be required to assist on community fundraising events.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support the Chief Executive in driving forward Love Is All We Need’s fundraising strategy and business plan for the period to Dec 2009.
  • Provide general administrative support for Love Is All We Need fundraising activities, where necessary.
  • Research new funding opportunities through online databases, sector press and subscription services.
  • Identify research and build funding relationships with trusts and foundations.
  • Work with the Chief Executive to develop funding proposals and reports, as required.
  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive records on the fundraising database and network filing system.
  • Carry out event planning and implementation, writee-letters, manage donor communication and donation requests.

FUNDRAISING INTERN – PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Experience

  • Degree level education or equivalent.
  • Experience in fundraising or related field.
  • Proven track record of being able to conduct effective research.
  • Experience of managing budgets.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications, including MS Publisher and other design software packages.
  • High degree of computer literacy and an understanding of the role of IT applications in supporting the delivery of fundraising activities
  • Experience of planning meetings, setting agendas and taking minutes.

Skills & knowledge

  • Knowledge and understanding of the aims and objectives of Love Is All We Need.
  • Vision and strategic thinking ability.
  • Creative problem solving ability.
  • Good judgement and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Excellent written and spoke English.

Behaviours

  • Confident and resourceful.
  • Proactive and creative.
  • Sensitive and diplomatic.
  • Flexible, enthusiastic and committed.
  • Strong team player with collaborative working style.

REVIEW ARRANGEMENTS

The details contained in the Job Description particularly the Roles and Responsibilities, reflect the content of the job at the date the job description was prepared. It should be remembered, however, that it is inevitable that over time the nature of the position will change; existing duties may be lost and other duties may be gained without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Consequently, Love Is All We Need will expect to revise this job description from time to time and will consult with the post holder at the appropriate time.

JOB DESCRIPTION AGREEMENT

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Volunteer’s name

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Volunteer’s signature Date

Marion Ancker

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Trustee

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Trustee’s signature Date

Lisa Carelse

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Chairwoman

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Chairperson’s signature Date