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HELPING TO SAVE TIME – HELPING TO SAVE LIVES

HELPING TO SAVE TIME HELPING TO SAVE LIVES

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The County Air Ambulance Trust’s HELP Appeal (Helicopter Emergency Landing Pads) provides funding for life-saving helipads at Major Trauma Centres and key A&E hospitals across the country.

Current vacancies

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Job Title: Fundraising Executive

Location: Hybrid (remote and on-site as required)

Salary: £40,000.00 per year

Hours: Full-time – 37 hours per week

Type: Permanent – with 6 month probationary period. 

On completion of your probation period you’ll be eligible to access our pension scheme and other employee benefits, including our health cover and generous annual leave allowance.

Organisation overview:

The County Air Ambulance Trust has been providing essential funds that help to save lives for over a quarter of century, registered as a charity in 1996. From its regional beginnings it has become a national charity and since 2009, following the launch of the HELP Appeal, the charity has been raising much needed funds to provide life-saving helipads where they are needed most.

Our  HELP (Helicopter Emergency Landing Pads) Appeal is the only charity in the country funding helipads at NHS hospitals.  Our mission is to ensure that patients receive timely care by facilitating rapid air ambulance access to hospitals, enhancing patient survival and recovery prospects. 

Main duties and responsibilities:

  • Establish and maintain a robust donor pipeline.
  • Innovate and expand methods of fundraising to support our lifesaving mission.
  • Build and nurture relationships with existing donors, while actively seeking new potential donors. This includes managing a diverse donor portfolio.
  • Organize and oversee fundraising events. This involves coordinating with different teams, handling logistics, and ensuring events align with the charity’s goals and message.
  • Attend networking events representing the charity to cultivate fundraising opportunities.
  • Track and report on fundraising progress against targets.
  • Ensure all fundraising activities comply with legal and ethical standards. Stay updated on fundraising best practices and industry trends.
  • Effectively communicate the mission and impact of the charity to inspire and engage current and prospective donors. This includes writing compelling proposals and reports.
  • Work as part of a dedicated team, contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • We expect all staff to undertake any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by your line manager on behalf of the charity.

 

Person specification:

  • Proven experience in fundraising, with a track record of successful donor engagement and revenue generation.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Creativity in developing fundraising strategies.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Access to own vehicle and willingness to travel.
  • This role will occasionally involve some evening and weekend working so flexibility is essential.

 

Application process:

  • Submit a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and why you want to work with us to Opportunities@helpappeal.org.uk
  • Application Deadline: 23 February, 2024