GFS prides itself on being an outstanding place to work; in our last staff survey, 94% of our team said GFS is a happy place to work. Both in our work and our interactions with colleagues, we are led by our values of being girl focused, brave, ambitious, inclusive, feminist and fun. We are a growing organisation, and our work practices support a healthy work life balance and mental well-being. By joining the team, you will have an opportunity to use your skills to make a real difference; especially if you are as passionate as we are about reaching girls and young women who need GFS so much right now! We actively encourage staff to get involved with as wide a range of learning and development activities as possible. These include (but aren’t limited to):
- Online learning programmes
- Involvement in organisation wide EDI and Environment working groups
- Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and represent your team
In addition to working in a team that is committed to improving the lives of girls and young women, while at GFS, you will benefit from:
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata)
- Long service leave after two years
- GFS Pension Scheme with 7% employer contribution
- Flexible working options, including hybrid working and compressed hours
- 24 hr Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Season ticket loan
- Bi-Annual EDI Learning Days
- Study Time
As an organisation, our staff, volunteers and trustees all have a strong commitment to our values, and in everything we do, we are:
- Girl-focused
- Brave
- Feminist
- Ambitious
- Inclusive, and
- Fun
Statement of exemption with reference to the Equality Act 2010
Sometimes our posts are restricted to women applicants only under the Equality Act. A central part of the GFS approach is to provide single-gender spaces. This will be highlighted on the role description where appropriate.
Role: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Salary: £50,000-£55,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: Remote
About:
As part of this role, you will lead on the delivery of the organisation’s fundraising strategy, including developing new income streams with a focus on corporate partnerships and building large multi-year funding partnerships. You will develop the charity’s brand and communications, which is a key pillar in the charity’s new ‘Ambitious and Brave Strategic Plan’.
You will lead a team of four across fundraising and communications to deliver on annual plans, as well as being a member of the organisation’s leadership team, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture.
To be successful as the Head of Fundraising and Communications, you will need:
- Proven experience of effectively managing and motivating a team, with experience at senior level and in strategic thinking.
- Proven track record of fundraising across income streams with some experience of corporate.
- Experience of delivering targeted communications and/ or multi channelled campaign design and delivery.
To apply:
For more information on this role, visit our recruiters’ website.
Or contact Ashby Jenkins for an informal discussion on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to info@ashbyjenkinsrecruitment.co.uk.
This job listing closes on 23 April.
Disclosures
An enhanced child workforce check with the DBS is required for all eligible posts.
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