Job Description
What we do For one in two of us, cancer will change everything. When it does, so can we. Weston Park Cancer Charity is here to face cancer with you. Our services, advise and support are for you and the people close to you, helping everyone to live with and beyond cancer. The funds we raise also support vital, pioneering research and clinical trials led by the exceptional medical experts at Weston Park Cancer Centre. It’s our job to care in every sense for our patients and their families. Our help is free, and we’re here for you, together every step. What you do Main purpose of post This is a people-focused fundraising and engagement role at the heart of Weston Park Cancer Charity’s work within Weston Park Hospital, regional district hospitals and other NHS providers. You will build strong relationships with hospital staff, patients, families and volunteers to increase awareness of the charity, grow participation in fundraising, charity appeals and campaigns. You will develop and identify new opportunities to generate income and support the charity’s work. You will be a visible and approachable presence across the hospital, acting as a key link between the charity and hospital community and encouraging people to get involved, fundraise and champion the charity. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills, and an initiative and flexible approach. Evening and weekend work will sometimes be required, for which an excellent time off in lieu benefit applies. Key Responsibilities Hospital Engagement Build and maintain relationships with hospital staff, departments, patients, families, volunteers and key contacts to increase awareness, engagement and support for the charity. · Identify and develop new fundraising and income-generating opportunities across the hospital, working with departments and teams to increase participation and income. · Promote and coordinate participation in charity appeals, fundraising campaigns, events and other hospital-based initiatives. · Work alongside the Senior Individual Giving Manager to identify opportunities to promote regular/individual giving across all relevant sites. · Proactively work to recruit, support and develop hospital fundraising champions, staff fundraisers and volunteers, providing guidance, resources and appropriate recognition. · Maintain a visible presence across the hospital, attending relevant meetings, briefings and events to promote fundraising and identify opportunities for greater engagement. · Support the planning, coordination and promotion of hospital-based fundraising events, appeals and activities, working collaboratively with fundraising, Marketing and volunteer colleagues. · Work alongside the Marketing Team, to ensure that the charity branding and information throughout the hospital is kept up to date. · Provide excellent supporter care, responding to enquiries and ensuring fundraisers and supporters receive timely, personalised guidance, acknowledgement and stewardship. · Maintain accurate records of contacts, fundraising activity and income within the CRM system. · Monitor hospital fundraising activity and use insight and feedback to identify opportunities to increase participation, income and supporter engagement. · Gather appropriate supporter stories and content to demonstrate the impact of fundraising and encourage continued involvement. “This role is subject to an annual income target, set at the beginning of each financial year in line with the budget approved by the Board of Trustees.” General Responsibilities Every employee is required to: Adhere to, and comply with, organisational policies, procedures and guidelines at all times. Take all reasonable steps to manage and promote a safe and healthy working environment which is free from discrimination. Comply with the organisational policy on confidentiality, and the General Data Protection Regulations. Respect the confidentiality and privacy of donors, patients, guests and staff at all times. Maintain a constant awareness of health, welfare and safety issues affecting colleagues, patients, volunteers, visitors and themselves. Participate in personal and organisational training, development and performance framework meetings. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation. Who you are We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Our Hospital Partnerships Fundraising Officer will play a vital part of our Fundraising team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region. If you are interested in progressing your career within an organisation which makes a real difference to the lives of thousands of people, we’d love to hear from you. About you: · You will be a forward thinking, team pla