Partnerships Officer

Lord’s Taverners The Lord’s Taverners exists to positively impact the lives of young people facing the challenges of inequality. Through inclusive and transformative cricket programmes, we empower young people with disabilities and from disadvantaged communities across the UK and beyond. We are now seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Partnerships Officer to join our Fundraising and Communications directorate. Sitting within the Corporate, Trusts and Foundations team, you will join a small and ambitious team responsible for raising millions of pounds annually from an expanding portfolio of partners. The Role This is an exciting and varied role that will provide fundraising, reporting and administrative support to our Corporate, Trusts and Foundations team. The postholder will be expected to provide exceptional stewardship to existing partners, contribute to prospect identification and support the development and submission of funding submissions that will benefit thousands of young people experiencing disadvantage and disability. You will play a key role in representing and championing the Lord’s Taverners’ mission and values, ensuring that our fundraising partnerships contribute meaningfully to positive outcomes for young people through inclusive sport. About You You will be an organised, proactive and enthusiastic individual who enjoys building meaningful relationships. You will bring strong written and verbal communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and an ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced and ambitious fundraising environment. You will bring: A confident ‘can-do’ attitude with an ability to engage with a wide variety of partners and stakeholders Strong organisational skills with an ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with an enthusiasm for building meaningful funding relationships A flexible, agile mindset and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. A willingness and ability to travel to support at events and external meetings with partners, as required A proactive, fundraising-focused mindset At Lord’s Taverners, sport is a means to an end. We are looking for people who share our belief in sport’s power to change lives, and who are motivated by impact, inclusion and opportunity for young people. Above all, you will be motivated by our mission and aligned with our values: We Include, We Inspire, We Empower. Safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In line with statutory guidance, applicants do not need to disclose youth cautions or any protected convictions or cautions. As part of our safer recruitment practices, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Benefits 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Five additional days between Christmas and New Year 6% pension contribution Group income protection Critical illness cover Life assurance Health Cash Plan Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Employee Assistance Programme Two volunteering days Birthday day off Season ticket loan Flexible working Wellbeing plan Application Instructions As part of your application, please submit: Your CV, and A written response to the following question: Describe a meaningful funding relationship that you have built, and the impact it has had on the cause/beneficiaries it supported (maximum 500 words) ? We will not accept applications that do not complete this task. Please upload your written response where the application form asks for a cover note. Key Dates Applications open: MONDAY 10th AUGUST Application deadline: SUNDAY 23rd AUGUST Please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive exceptional applications. Should this occur, all applicants will be notified. Interviews scheduled: First Stage: Thursday 3rd- Friday 4th September Second Stage: Wednesday 9th -Thursday 10th September Interview Process First Stage (Online) The first stage will take place online and will last 45 minutes in total. The session will include: A 5-minute discussion about your previous experience and interest in the role A 30-minute interview featuring 6 questions that will be provided to selected candidates in advance A 10-minute opportunity to ask questions about the role and/or our organisation Second Stage (In-Person) Shortlisted candidates who progress to second stage will be invited to an in-person interview at our London headquarters. For this interview, candidates will be asked to prepare a short 5-10 minute presentation. This will be followed by a 50-minute interview comprising competency based questions provided to shortlisted candidates in advance several questions not provided in advance a final opportunity to ask questions about the role and/or our organisation Accessi