Groups and Volunteering Manager

For over 50 years our research has saved lives. We've broken new ground, revolutionised treatments and transformed care. But heart and circulatory disease still kills one in four people in the UK. That's why we need you.

About the role

We are looking to recruit a Group and Volunteering Manager to engage and inspire community teams to maximise and establish new fundraising groups. This will include the retention, renewal and growth of existing groups and branches; and the development of fundraising volunteer networks across the South of England

Based from home you will liaise closely with Area Fundraising Managers and Fundraising Managers within your geographical location and identify opportunities to recruit and develop fundraising groups and volunteers. This will involve supporting and mentoring Fundraising Managers to successfully deliver group targets and manage existing group relationships whilst also providing support to Area Fundraising Managers in carrying out research work to reach target locations for new group formations.

Please note this role will cover the South of England, predominantly the South East, London and East.
About you

The successful candidate will have a deep knowledge of branch and group fundraising / volunteer management whilst also be experienced at supporting, coaching and mentoring team members and colleagues. Working with a dispersed team you will need a full UK driving licence and experience of working remotely, being able to manage and motivate yourself.

With excellent communication, networking, influencing and relationship building skills you'll be able to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholder. You will ensure you keep up to date with developments within your region and have the resilience to hit deadlines and meet targets.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join our ambitious team looking to continue our recent track record of fantastic growth. We're looking for people who are as ambitious as we are as well as being experts in their fields to help our vision become a reality. We're brave, informed, driven and compassionate in our fight against heart disease and, if that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply

To apply for this role please click through to our website for further details. Our process involves submitting your CV and supporting statement, which should outline your interest and explain how you meet the role's criteria.

Interviews will be held on 8 and 9 March 2018 at our London Head Office.

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