Head of Fundraising Application Pack£39,855 - £42,651 (inc LW)London

Closing date: 23 May 2017 at 9am

Registered charity number 1123224

www.byc.org.uk

WelcomeI am so pleased that you are interested in joining our team. This is a really exciting time for the British Youth Council. We are currently undergoing a period of significant transformation: we are totally reconfiguring our governance structures, developing a new strategic plan, increasing our reach and impact on young people and their communities, and strengthening our role in leading the way for youth voice across the UK.  We are ambitious to support and empower young people to find their voice and be heard on the issues that affect their lives. As the national youth council of the UK, we have a big responsibility to young people, and we take that responsibility seriously. Whilst we have much to be proud of in our history, we know that to remain vibrant and relevant to young people we must continually evolve. The key to this is putting young people at the heart of everything we do.  While BYC works with young people, and is led by a board of trustees who are all under 26, our staff team is a mix of ages and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds. I am immensely proud to be CEO of this fantastic charity; after reading the application pack I hope you feel inspired to join us.

Best wishes,

Jo Hobbs Chief Executive

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About the British Youth CouncilThe British Youth Council is the National Youth Council of the UK. A youth-led charity, we empower young people aged 25 and under to influence and inform the decisions that affect their lives. We support young people to get involved in their communities and democracy locally, nationally and internationally, making a difference as volunteers, campaigners, decision-makers and leaders.

We are young people - and our charity aims to help other young people, whatever their background or barriers they face, to make the world a better place for us all.

Our visionA world where young people are respected and able to influence and inform decisions that affect their lives or on which they have strong opinions.

Our mission To be, as the national youth council of the United Kingdom, committed to ensuring that

those aged 25 and under are represented and participate fully and actively as citizens. To inspire people about the positive contribution that young people can make to their

communities our nation and the world. To empower young people with skills, knowledge and confidence to advance their

rights and views to take part in decision-making. To campaign with our members and those who share our values, for a better world that

gives young people the recognition they deserve.

Our values

Participation: We value meaningful participation of young people, enabling and empowering them to bring about a better world for all.

Inclusion: We value the inclusion of all, by working with young people from all backgrounds, cultures and ages to ensure a rich mix.

Equality: We value all young people equally, promoting their rights equally in the UK around the world.

Youth Leadership: We value and nurture youth leadership, creating tomorrow's leaders today for a better future.

Recognition: We value recognition of young people's achievements, publicly valuing them as part of our society.

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Serving our membershipThe British Youth Council is made up of more than 200 member organisations who support our common vision for young people. Members elect our board, determine our policies and prioritise our campaigns. They also act as the link between the British Youth Council and millions of individuals within the membership of our members. www.byc.org.uk/members

Youth-led networksThe British Youth Council runs a number of youth-led networks and programmes - including the UK Youth Parliament, Young Mayor Network, Local Youth Council Network, League of Young Voters, NHS Youth Forum, National Scrutiny Group and Youth Select Committee - which encourage young people to get involved in democracy and campaign to bring about change. www.byc.org.uk/programmes

Campaigning and consultingThe British Youth Council seeks to represent the views of young people and our members to stakeholders and decision makers at a local, national and international level. This work is based on the rolling our manifesto, which outlines our beliefs and aspirations. www.byc.org.uk/campaigns

Training and recognitionOur training programmes empower young people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to bring about change. We also recognise young people who have made a significant contribution to their community through our high-profile award schemes. www.byc.org.uk/training

InternationalThrough our international youth participation young people learn about global issues and connect and share with other young people around the world. They are able to take part in discussions and influence decisions made at an international level. www.byc.org.uk/international

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Our TeamWe are a small and passionate team that punches above its weight when it comes to what we deliver for young people. The majority of our team are based in our London HQ, with other staff working from home or offices within their regions. We are looking to expand our team over the next few years to deliver on our commitment to empowering young people to have a voice and to enable us to support them to access the platforms to be heard.

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Chief Executive

Head of Fundraising Programmes

Youth Voice Manager - National

Programme Support Team

Youth Voice Manager -

Regions and Nations

Regional Delivery Team

Senior International

Officer

Comms and Campaigns

Senior Policy and Campaigns

Officer

Communications Coordinator

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Our governanceWe live by our value of youth led, and this can be seen at the heart of decision making within our charity. As the national youth council of the UK, it is young people, through our Annual Council meeting, who elect members of the trustee board and decide upon the positions that BYC will take on issues that matter to young people. Our membership ranges from national youth charities like Girlguiding, St John Ambulance, and the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs, through to local youth councils.

Our Board are all young people who are passionate about giving young people a voice. They are responsible for the strategy and day to day governance of the charity, working in partnership with the Chief Executive. We are currently undergoing a governance review which will ensure that young people are set up to succeed in this role and that our governance is in line with best practice.

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Council

Finance sub-group

Risk sub-

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Trustee

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The roleReporting to: The Chief ExecutiveResponsible for: Initially no direct reports; the post holder will establish a new

fundraising function and in developing a fundraising strategy will propose the future staffing requirements for delivery of our fundraising ambitions.

Key Internal Stakeholders: Senior staff team, Treasurer, Financial Strategy Group, Trustee BoardKey External Stakeholders: Current funders, potential funders, alumni, members

Overall purpose To establish a fundraising function within the British Youth Council.

To develop and deliver ambitious and successful fundraising strategies and campaigns to generate revenue, maximise income streams and grow our supporter base.

To ensure that annual fundraising targets are met as a minimum.

To ensure the British Youth Council creates compelling cases for funding and support and capitalises all relevant fundraising opportunities available to it.

Main areas of responsibilityLeadership As part of the senior leadership team of the charity:

To ensure the vision, mission and values are reflected in the strategies, outputs and behaviour of the fundraising function.

To motivate the team to be ambitious, innovate and professional in their thinking and delivery.

To encourage the team to look for new and creative ways of working.

To set clear examples of excellence and best-practice.

Strategy and Policy To lead the development and delivery of an ambitious and effective fundraising strategy supporting

delivery of the strategic plan, to maximise income and diversify revenue streams.

To ensure that annual fundraising targets are set and met as a minimum.

To proactively seek-out and identify new fundraising trends, opportunities and developments and apply them appropriately to the British Youth Council.

Operational delivery To oversee all fundraising for the British Youth Council including: trusts and foundations; corporate

partnerships, supporter engagement; community fundraising; individual giving; and legacies ensuring that opportunities for income generation are maximised.

To be proactive and creative in identifying opportunities for funding across the British Youth Council’s strategic plan.

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To be proactive in identifying new and innovative routes to drive income as appropriate for our brand.

To develop exciting, targeted and engaging fundraising campaigns – to broaden and deepen the British Youth Council’s supporter base.

To develop professional, creative and engaging fundraising materials including: our case for support; evidence of impact; articulation of the 'need' and ‘vision’; case studies; and campaign materials – using a full range of digital tools and products .

To place a high value on the British Youth Council’s brand and push for appropriate partnerships and activities.

To strengthen and build on existing funding relationships and be proactive about identifying further development opportunities.

To lead on the preparation of high-quality, robust and professional bids, proposals, applications and presentations – ensuring strong stakeholder engagement and communication.

As required, to support the Chief Executive and Trustees in the development of key relationships.

To develop a contact management database and keep it fully up to date – and fully compliant with all relevant legislation and guidance - at all times.

To benchmark performance against those of other comparable organisations.

To be a champion for a fundraising culture across the British Youth Council

Build strong relationships with charitable trusts, foundations and other institutional funders

Compliance and Governance To understand and analyse current charitable fundraising legislation and policy and ensure the

British Youth Council applies best practice at all times

To ensure that robust governance arrangements and policies are in place and adhered to for all our fundraising work

To work closely with the finance team to ensure robust and accurate budgeting, forecasting and reporting of financial information relating to fundraising.

To closely monitor performance against targets, ensuring full and accurate reporting, and taking prompt corrective action where income is at risk of falling below target.

To prepare reports and give presentations on fundraising progress to the senior team and the trustee board as required.

Management There is no direct line management initially; once the fundraising function has been established and delivered against targets we will plan to grow the team. Once there are staff in place:

To lead, develop and motivate staff consistent with The British Youth Council’s performance management policies.

To create a culture of cross team collaboration and communication to further the objectives under the British Youth Council’s Strategic Plan.

To create a high performing team culture that is ambitious and passionate about The British Youth Council’s vision.

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Budget To be responsible for achieving fundraising income targets and for management of the fundraising

budget.

Other To be an active and inspiring ambassador for the British Youth Council’s brand, proactively

promoting the charity externally, building networks and identifying opportunities to introduce the British Youth Council to new audiences.

To attend meetings with funders, prospects and networking events.

To conduct all activities in line with our values and in a manner which promotes and enhances the British Youth Council’s image and reputation.

Additional information To undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required to fulfil the duties of this post.

Occasional evening and weekend working is required.

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The personKnowledge

Qualified to degree level or with equivalent experience A&I EssentialBest practice and legislation in charity fundraising I Essential A wide range of relevant contacts and networks I EssentialExperience

Proven track record of developing and delivering successful fundraising strategies that meet or exceed targets

A&I Essential

Extensive experience of direct fundraising from at least two of: corporates, trusts/foundations or supporter engagement / individual giving

A&I Essential

Developing and delivering successful high level bids and applications A&I EssentialPromoting charity brands and creating compelling and professional fundraising materials

A&I Essential

Managing budgets, including setting, monitoring, forecasting and reporting

A&I Essential

Using and developing a contact management database, ideally Salesforce

A Desirable

SkillsTarget-focused and results-driven with an ambition to drive progress and exceed expectations

A&I Essential

Excellent written and oral presentation skills A&I EssentialMeticulous accuracy and attention to detail A&I EssentialDigital Fundraising A&I EssentialExcellent Project management A&I EssentialAbility to understand, interpret and apply all relevant fundraising legislation, policy and best practice

A&I Essential

Excellent networking skills and the ability to build constructive relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders

A&I Essential

Ability to resolve complex situations and deal sensitively with differences of opinion

I Essential

A = Application Form I = Interview T = Test

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Employment details Contract typeThis post is a three-year contract and for 35 hours per week, although for the right candidate we would be willing to negotiate part-time hours. The post holder will at times be required to work additional hours – including evenings and weekends – for which time of in lieu (TOIL) will be available. Overtime is not paid.

LocationYou will be based at the British Youth Council Headquarters, 49-51 East Road, London, N1 6AH; flexible working is encouraged and some element of home working would be acceptable. You may be required to travel inside the UK on the business of the charity.

SalaryThe salary for the position is £39,855 to £42,651 per year (inc London weighting). It is our normal practice to appoint at the bottom of the scale but this can be reconsidered in an exceptional circumstance.

Holiday entitlement25 days of paid holiday per year plus bank holidays for full time staff.

Medical and criminal records checkThis post may involve access to young people and it may be a requirement under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 that you undergo a criminal record disclosure check.

Upon successful appointment, if you are required to complete a medical questionnaire and a criminal record disclosure check, employment is subject to satisfactory receipt of these.

ProbationThis post will be subject to a probationary period of 26 weeks (six months).

Notice periodDuring probation the notice period is four weeks for both parties, and three months thereafter.

Learning and developmentWe are committed to supporting our staff through a variety of methods including coaching, mentoring, e-learning, shadowing and individual courses. Each staff member has a learning and development plan that is reviewed annually. Vacancies in the British Youth Council are advertised internally to encourage staff to progress their careers within the charity.

Flexible workingWe are committed to ensuring that our staff have a good work-life balance and offer a flexible working environment. Our core hours are between 10am and 4pm. Most staff can start as early as 7.30am and finish as late as 8pm Monday to Friday.

Contributory pension schemeThe British Youth Council runs a pension scheme with the People’s Pension. Initially this is 1% of your salary matched by the British Youth Council. For those who have completed six months and passed their probation period, the British Youth Council can match up to 5% if you choose to put more of your income into the scheme.

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Registered charity number 1123224

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How to applyThe closing date for applications is Tuesday 23 May 2017 at 9am. Please complete the application form and the equal opportunities monitoring form and return them by email to jobs@byc.org.uk.

Candidates shortlisted will be invited to attend interviews on Monday 5 June 2017. Interviews will be at CAN Mezzanine, 49-51 East Road, London, N1 6AH.

Unfortunately we are unable to give feedback to applicants not shortlisted for interviews. We do provide feedback upon request to candidates interviewed.

To apply for this role please clink the link below for an application form:

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