Lead Fundraising Activities

EIC is seeking dynamic a Fundraising Officer to initiate and lead on fundraising activities. The successful candidate will play a vital role in developing and implementing effective fundraising strategies to sustain and grow our humanitarian projects. This position involves engaging with individual donors, businesses, and community partners to secure financial support for EIC’s life-saving projects.

Key Responsibilities

Campaigns and Fundraising

  • Plan and co-ordinate fundraising campaigns, events, and activities to engage the community and generate funds.
  • To represent the charity at relevant events and activities – including public speaking.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with Muslim community institutions, organisations and community groups, including Mosques.
  • To undertake hands-on fundraising activities working closely with other staff/volunteers.
  • Organise traditional activities such as sponsored challenges, Mosque collections, car washes, business day of giving, online peer to peer fundraising campaigns.
  • Establishing links with sympathetic media outlets for fundraising and PR opportunities including TV and Radio outlets
  • To assist in the co-ordination and implementation of national and local events when required.
  • Plan and manage fundraising functions and events, including post-event activities and donor follow-up.
  • Identify partnership opportunities locally, nationally, and internationally for joint fundraising campaigns, aiming to expand EIC’s capabilities in skills, expertise, and donor base.
  • Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to promote events and initiatives effectively.
  • To act as an ambassador for EIC, upholding and promoting our organisational values and ethos

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing and potential donors, supporters, and partners.
  • Recruit, engage, and train volunteers to support fundraising activities and events.
  • Service the needs of volunteers both professionally and socially.
  • To participate in meetings associated with the work above.
  • To liaise with and make recommendations to management as required.
  • Acting as spokesperson and media contact for the charity when required.

Administration

  • To ensure the maintenance of an organised and accessible filing and documentation system using the organisations preferred solutions such as M365.
  • To record and manage tasks efficiently using digital solutions such as Microsoft Planner.
  • Ensure all fundraising activities comply with relevant legal and ethical standards.

Other

  • Stay informed about industry best practices, regulations, opportunities and trends in fundraising.
  • Stay informed on humanitarian situations and crises across the world.
  • Any other duties commensurate with the accountabilities of the post.
  • Seek to improve his/her own performance and be committed to continuous professional development.

About you

D = Desirable | E = Essential

Qualifications

  • Educated to Degree level in any subject including Islamic sciences. – (D)
  • Fundraising qualifications and/or training (i.e. IoF, Fundraising Standards) – (D)

Knowledge and Experience

  • A creative and pro-active approach towards fundraising activities. – (E)
  • A demonstrable track record of fundraising or related activities. – (D)
  • Good knowledge of contemporary fundraising techniques. – (E)
  • Experience of leading fundraising teams and volunteers. – (E)
  • Good knowledge of the UK Muslim community. – (E)
  • Experience of public speaking. – (E)
  • Experience of fundraising during busy Islamic seasons such as Ramadan and Dhul-Hijjah. – (E)

Skills and Abilities

  • Able to multi-task, be organised and prioritise workload. – (E)
  • Ability to prioritise workload and work on own initiative. – (E)
  • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. – (E)
  • Planning and organisation skills. – (E)
  • Fluent in written and spoken English. – (E)
  • Ability to proficiently use latest technology. – (E)
  • Ability to work unsociable hours during peak campaigns. – (E)
  • Hold a valid UK driving licence and have full access to own car. – (E)

Commitment

  • Commitment to the vision, mission, values and ethos of EIC. – (E)
  • Commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity. – (E)
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Role: Fundraising Officer
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