Funder and Engagement Officer

All Ways Network; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity support organization is seeking a Funder & Engagement Officer to enhance funding awareness and build strategic partnerships. The role involves providing support to charities, developing resources, and implementing evaluation frameworks. Ideal candidates will have strong fundraising experience and excellent communication skills, with a commitment to supporting Muslim communities in the UK.

Benefits

Pension

30 days holidays including bank holidays and 2 days for Eid

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in fundraising or grant management.
• Proven track record in successful grant writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide fundraising support and consultations to charities.
• Establish relationships with grant funders and facilitate partnerships.
• Create resources and conduct training on fundraising best practices.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Fundraising

Grant Writing

Training Development

Education

3-5 years of experience in fundraising

Not-for-Profit Management

Tools

Digital Tools

Job description

About: All Ways Network (AWN) is a second-tier support organisation dedicated to empowering charities/not-for-profits (NFPs) that work with Muslim communities across the UK to become more fundable. We aim to enhance their capacity, sustainability, and impact through tailored support, resources, and strategic partnerships.

Position Overview: The Funder & Engagement Officer will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between funders and the charities we support. This position is responsible for enhancing funding awareness, establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships, and providing comprehensive support to our network of organisations. As this is a new position at AWN, we encourage applications from individuals who are confident in navigating new ground and keen to help define the role’s impact.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fundraising Support:
   • Provide personalised consultations to charities/NFPs we work with to develop and refine their grants and trusts strategies.
   • Assist charities in identifying funding opportunities and preparing compelling grant applications.
   • Organise and conduct workshops and training sessions on fundraising best practices, funder engagement, monitoring and evaluation, and grant writing.
2. Relationship Building:
   • Establish and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of grant funders.
   • Facilitate strategic partnerships between member charities, infrastructure groups, and funders.
   • Represent AWN at relevant networking events, conferences, and meetings to promote the interests of our member organisations.
3. Resource Development:
   • Create and disseminate practical resources, toolkits, and guides to support charities.
   • Develop materials that highlight successful case studies and sector best practices.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation:
   • Implement a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the effectiveness of fundraising efforts and support provided.
   • Collect and analyse data to track progress and make informed recommendations for improvement.
5. Communication and Reporting:
   • Prepare regular reports on activities, outcomes, and impacts for internal and external stakeholders.
   • Maintain clear and consistent communication with our network of service users/charities to ensure their needs are met and feedback is integrated.
6. Any other duties reasonably expected within the scope of the role

Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, grant management, or not-for-profit management.
• Proven track record or strong knowledge of successful grant writing and fundraising initiatives.
• Strong understanding of the funding landscape and the challenges faced by charities serving Muslim communities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective training and capacity-building programs.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for remote work and virtual collaboration.
• Commitment to AWN’s mission and values, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
• Excellent written skills and comfort with public speaking.
• Proactive in creating and developing this role. Ability to work independently with confidence.
• Ideally, the person should live in or near London. Currently, we do not have an office space, but we are forming a London team.

Benefits: Pension + 30 days holidays (including bank holidays and 2 days for Eid)

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience by Monday 9th June 2025 at 5pm.

Interviews: To be held in-person during the week commencing Monday 16th June 2025, based in a London office. Successful candidates will be notified.

If you have any queries about the role, salary, remote work, etc., please contact us.