Fundraising Apprentice

Introduction

Do you want to make a difference to people's lives in North & North East Lincs? Are you confident, friendly and have excellent communication skills? Then this could be the role for you. We are looking for a fundraiser apprentice to join our charity to learn how to raise funds and showcase the amazing work that we do in local communities.

About the Employer

Foresight North East Lincolnshire is a charity that operates throughout North and North East Lincolnshire to meet the needs of disabled people, their families and carers.

Our Mission is “To provide the way forward for the disabled community of North and North East Lincolnshire and surrounding areas. Empowering individuals to a new beginning, a brighter future and a full and enjoyable life.” 

Foresight works to improve the quality of life for its service users, building confidence and combating disadvantage. By the provision of new opportunities, raising awareness and partnership working we address the stigma and myths surrounding the disability and break down barriers enabling individuals to lead a full and independent lifestyle.

Foresight is user-led in the provision of facilities and activities to provide a “One-Stop-Shop” service. We currently provide a wide range of learning, training, leisure, sporting and social activities all specifically adapted to meet the needs and requirements of the disability.

What You'll Do

• Support the team and partners with successful fundraising and digital activities leading to delivering the aims and mission of the charity.
• Meet and communicate with partners, funders and sponsors
• Prepare and deliver effective presentations and relevant digital content that explains our story and impact.
• Research and analyse data to inform services and funding applications
• Engage with service users, hold focus groups and analyse feedback and conduct needs analysis
• Encourage and influence stakeholders to provide financial and non-financial support
• Identify, plan and apply to charitable trusts, funders and other stakeholders
• Identify, plan and organise fund raising events
• Monitor and report on impact, outcomes and progress to stakeholders
• Help promote and share the impact of our work
• Maintain appropriate digital records and meet deadlines
• Follow and adhere to the charity’s policies and procedures.

Training Outcome

Based on good performance, from the right candidate, we will be looking to develop the apprentice within the charity to progress into a full time fund raising role within the charity.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Confident

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - 4-9
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4-9

Course Information

Course: Fundraiser (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Sales, marketing and procurement

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Mon-Thu 8.30am-3.30pm Fri 8.30am-3.00pm You may be required to attend some events outside of these hours.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: CERT C.I.C.

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.