Foundation Coordinator

Bright Horizons UK; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Foundation Coordinator to support its growing initiatives aimed at benefiting children and families. This hybrid role involves organizing impactful events, managing volunteer activities, and engaging with various stakeholders to enhance community outreach. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, along with a passion for making a difference. Join a dedicated team committed to creating inclusive environments and fostering meaningful contributions. If you're ready to make an impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in volunteering or work in the charitable sector.
• Knowledge of company policies and cultural expectations.

Responsibilities

• Organising events and activities for the Foundation.
• Managing databases and analysing data related to fundraising.
• Acting as a point of contact for Foundation enquiries.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Analytical Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Relevant Qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Foundation Coordinator Hybrid Opportunity / 1-2 days per week in HO in Northampton Hours: 30 Hours Per Week - Must inc. Fridays Salary: £25-£27k doe *Occasional UK travel required to support events and foundation new space openings* Responsibilities of the Role: We are seeking a passionate, organised, and conscientious individual to join the Foundation Team, to support the Foundation as it grows, to benefit more children and families in our communities. The varied role involves organising events and activities, writing content, collating and analysing data, supporting Bright Space fundraising, and volunteering, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

• Working with the Bright Space Manager, Connectors and Bright Space Partners to order Bright Space resources for new and existing Bright Spaces, and Brightening Lives activities, ensuring they are delivered on time
• Arranging Bright Space volunteer days, preparing volunteers and ensuring the appropriate checks are completed, liaising with volunteers and partners
• Organising ribbon cuttings, producing and sending invitations, administering responses, arranging catering and supporting on the day
• Supporting fundraisers: setting-up Just Giving pages, planning for company fundraisers and events, progress checking, record keeping and thanking
• Gathering information and drafting content for internal and external social media posts, quarterly newsletters, press releases, talking points and presentations
• Identifying and qualifying external fundraising opportunities, and initial drafting of applications
• Database management and basic analysis of data, including maintaining records of fundraisers and donors
• Acting as point of contact for general enquiries to the Foundation – positively communicating and engaging with Foundation supporters and stakeholders, including internal Bright Horizons functions, charity partners and agencies, clients, Bright Horizons colleagues, parents and suppliers
• Attending Volunteer Days and Bright Space openings as appropriate.
• Strong computer skills including all aspects of Microsoft Office, and in particular Excel and PowerPoint

Experience and Skills Needed:

• We are looking for a passionate, conscientious, and organised individual, with a desire to make a difference
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong customer service skills; excellent telephone manner
• The ability to make independent decisions based on information and data, using initiative
• Must work both independently using initiative and be a strong team player.

Desired Experience

• Relevant qualifications and education -
• Knowledge of Bright Horizons Family Solutions company policies and cultural expectations and the work of the Foundation
• Experience of volunteering / work in the charitable sector

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. If you share our passion, values, and have most of the skills listed, we encourage you to apply – as you may be just what we are looking for! Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS. Some of our roles require specific qualifications by law, this will be highlighted as essential within the advert.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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