One of the UK's leading national children's charities is seeking a permanent full-time Assistant Grants Officer to join their dedicated, experienced, and growing team in Keele, Newcastle under Lyme.
About the role
As Assistant Grants Officer, you will be supporting the Fundraising Department by: Securing external funding Engaging with grant-making trusts and foundations Exploring and identifying opportunities for funding Developing relationships with grant managers and foundation trustees Responsibilities include:
Generate income by researching, designing, writing, and submitting applications and appeals for funding to ensure crucial support for much-needed services. Deliver a targeted programme of trust and grants fundraising to meet the needs of the organisation. Pro-actively identify, profile, and prioritise new trusts to develop a funding plan to achieve income targets. Produce accurate, substantiated, and compelling content for each bid. Manage the bid information, documentation, activities, resources, and communication flow so that bids are delivered successfully, on time, to quality standards and budget. Establish effective working relationships with all funders. Maintain confidentiality and ensure the work undertaken complies with safeguarding and child protection, equal opportunities, health & safety, and other policies and guidelines. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job. Participate in appropriate training activities to support your development and training. Follow the Organisation's ISO procedures throughout. About the rewards
The Charity is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and the full-time role of Assistant Grants Officer is 37.5 hours per week and offers a host of superb benefits including: A salary of £23,800 per annum 27 days annual leave per annum exclusive of Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service) Charity worker discounts Recommend a friend scheme Support with CPD along with extensive training and development Enhanced annual leave Occupational sick pay after qualifying period Award-winning purpose-built facilities Fully equipped kitchens Indoor and outdoor breakout areas Chill-out areas Lockers and Showers Sensory gardens Flexible working patterns Free on-site parking Employee Assistance Programme About you
To be successful for the role of Assistant Grants Officer, you will have the following skills and attributes: GCSEs in English & Maths (or equivalent) Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships A good eye for detail and a thorough and methodical approach Able to interpret financial information, i.e., read accounts Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent IT skills, use of the internet for research Ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines Highly motivated, flexible, and adaptable approach to work Can work individually and as part of a team A willingness to undertake training as necessary to fulfil the needs of the post An understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality, protection of intellectual property, and the willingness to work within the organisation's aims, principles, and policies, e.g. Equal Opportunities Willingness to work flexible hours About the Charity
Our client is a national charity that aims to change people's lives and the way society perceives and treats disabled and autistic people through the provision of child-centred practical and emotional services, passionate campaigning, and demonstrating best practices. They believe in a world where disabled and autistic children have the choice, opportunity, dignity, and understanding they deserve and have changed the lives of over 17,000 children in the last year. How to Apply
This role is eligible for an Enhanced with barred lists Disclosure & Barring Service check. eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Assistant Grants Officer on behalf of the Hiring Company and to apply, you must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK. Please apply with your CV detailing full career and academic history of achievements with associated dates. A full application form will be required prior to interview to comply with Safer Recruitment Practices. Thank you for your interest in this position.
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As Assistant Grants Officer, you will be supporting the Fundraising Department by: Securing external funding Engaging with grant-making trusts and foundations Exploring and identifying opportunities for funding Developing relationships with grant managers and foundation trustees Responsibilities include:
Generate income by researching, designing, writing, and submitting applications and appeals for funding to ensure crucial support for much-needed services. Deliver a targeted programme of trust and grants fundraising to meet the needs of the organisation. Pro-actively identify, profile, and prioritise new trusts to develop a funding plan to achieve income targets. Produce accurate, substantiated, and compelling content for each bid. Manage the bid information, documentation, activities, resources, and communication flow so that bids are delivered successfully, on time, to quality standards and budget. Establish effective working relationships with all funders. Maintain confidentiality and ensure the work undertaken complies with safeguarding and child protection, equal opportunities, health & safety, and other policies and guidelines. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job. Participate in appropriate training activities to support your development and training. Follow the Organisation's ISO procedures throughout. About the rewards
The Charity is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and the full-time role of Assistant Grants Officer is 37.5 hours per week and offers a host of superb benefits including: A salary of £23,800 per annum 27 days annual leave per annum exclusive of Bank Holidays (increasing with length of service) Charity worker discounts Recommend a friend scheme Support with CPD along with extensive training and development Enhanced annual leave Occupational sick pay after qualifying period Award-winning purpose-built facilities Fully equipped kitchens Indoor and outdoor breakout areas Chill-out areas Lockers and Showers Sensory gardens Flexible working patterns Free on-site parking Employee Assistance Programme About you
To be successful for the role of Assistant Grants Officer, you will have the following skills and attributes: GCSEs in English & Maths (or equivalent) Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships A good eye for detail and a thorough and methodical approach Able to interpret financial information, i.e., read accounts Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent IT skills, use of the internet for research Ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines Highly motivated, flexible, and adaptable approach to work Can work individually and as part of a team A willingness to undertake training as necessary to fulfil the needs of the post An understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality, protection of intellectual property, and the willingness to work within the organisation's aims, principles, and policies, e.g. Equal Opportunities Willingness to work flexible hours About the Charity
Our client is a national charity that aims to change people's lives and the way society perceives and treats disabled and autistic people through the provision of child-centred practical and emotional services, passionate campaigning, and demonstrating best practices. They believe in a world where disabled and autistic children have the choice, opportunity, dignity, and understanding they deserve and have changed the lives of over 17,000 children in the last year. How to Apply
This role is eligible for an Enhanced with barred lists Disclosure & Barring Service check. eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Assistant Grants Officer on behalf of the Hiring Company and to apply, you must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK. Please apply with your CV detailing full career and academic history of achievements with associated dates. A full application form will be required prior to interview to comply with Safer Recruitment Practices. Thank you for your interest in this position.
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