Marketing Executive

The British Red Cross Society; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization is looking for a Face-to-Face Fundraising Executive to drive income growth through compliant fundraising campaigns. The role involves planning, executing, and evaluating campaigns, while ensuring high standards in delivery. Candidates should have some fundraising experience, excellent organizational skills, and confidence in building relationships. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for development, with a focus on creating positive supporter experiences.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme (up to 6%)

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with face-to-face fundraising and managing projects.
• Proactive mindset and positive approach in all tasks.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and inspire others.

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate face-to-face fundraising campaigns.
• Deliver campaigns on schedule and within budget.
• Document key performance indicators and report results.
• Assist with emergency fundraising when required.

Skills

Face-to-face fundraising experience

Project management

Organizational skills

Numeracy and analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Inspirational leadership

Job description

Face‑to‑face Fundraising Executive / Senior Face‑to‑face Fundraising Executive

Join the British Red Cross and help us to be here for humanity, in the UK and around the world!

Location and Working Arrangements

Flexible across the UK, hybrid working between home and our London Head Office.

Salary and Contract

£30,700 (Executive); £32,300 (Senior Executive) (plus Inner London Weighting, £3,344, if applicable) per annum based on 35 hours per week. 18‑month fixed‑term contract (FTC).

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate compliant, insight‑led, face‑to‑face fundraising campaigns to enable us to deliver our acquisition strategy.
• Deliver campaigns to schedule, to budget and to a high standard, inspiring people to give regularly to us and driving income growth.
• Work collaboratively across directorates and liaise with external agencies/suppliers on fundraiser engagement and new initiatives.
• Monitor, communicate and document key performance indicators to track performance and keep key stakeholders updated.
• Provide commentary to accompany results reporting, drawing on insights and the wider picture to add context.
• Make recommendations from analysis; maximising net income and improving engagement.
• Provide assistance and coordination to help deliver effective emergency fundraising when required.

Required Skills & Experience

• Some face‑to‑face fundraising experience and looking to take the next step in your career.
• Experience of creating and managing a range of projects or campaigns, including face‑to‑face channels.
• A passion for creating a brilliant supporter experience.
• Confidence to build collaborative relationships and use negotiation skills.
• Organisational skills; ability to hit deadlines.
• Excellent numeracy and analytical skills.
• A pro‑active mindset and positive approach.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Ability to travel to different parts of the UK as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension scheme (up to 6% contributory pension).
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Learning & Development opportunities across our organisation.

Application Information

Closing date for completed applications: 23:59 hrs on Sunday 4 January 2025.

Equal Opportunities

We are proud to participate in the Disability Confident Scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme. The British Red Cross prides itself on a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.