FUNDRAISING ASSISTANT ROLE
We’re looking for someone to join us for up to 12 weeks as a Fundraising Assistant, that has great people skills, enthusiasm, and has a knowledge of the theatre.
You will be joining Acting for Others Fundraising team, providing administrative and operational support during one of our biggest annual campaigns, our annual theatre collections, running from 21st October 2024 for two weeks.
You’ll be diligent with details and accuracy and show initiative in your work
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
To support the Director of Fundraising and General Secretary.
To assist with the implementation of the annual theatre collections across London and Regional theatres.
Converting theatres for the 2024 annual theatre collections.
Acting as a point of contact and liaise for Theatre Management teams, Company Managers and cast of shows, maintaining a professional approach at all times.
To carry out a range of research, including; the programming of theatrical productions at venues and updating personnel contact information.
To put together resources for Theatres joining the campaign. Including delivering to local theatres and arranging postage to regional venues.
Take responsibility for ensuring that full records are maintained on the database and spreadsheets in accordance with GDPR compliance
Cash handling and reconciliation, during and post collections, with the A4O team.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience of working in a fundraising or sales/customer facing role.
Experience of building and maintaining relationships.
Experience of working within a team and individually to achieve success.
Experience of using a CRM database.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
Experience working in a charity environment.
Knowledge of the Entertainment business.
A good knowledge of West End Theatres and Theatre locations
Have knowledge of a range of donation methods including contactless and QR codes.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Excellent computer skills and experience using a wide range of software, including Microsoft.
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to liaise with people on the telephone, face to face and in written correspondence
Demonstrable initiative.
Excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workload.
Reporting to: The General Secretary and Director of Fundraising
Location: London. Office based.
Length of contract: Up to 12 weeks.15 hours p/w
16th September – 22nd November
Hourly rate: £20
Applications should be made to the General Secretary at admin@actingforothers.co.uk The closing date for applications is 23rd August 2024. Interviews will take place 29th August.
Please include a Cover letter, CV and details of one reference that can be contacted.
A DBS check with be provided.
Acting for Others provides financial and emotional support to all those that work in theatrical professions, through our network of 14 member charities.