Fundraising Officer (Philanthropy)
Starting salary for this position is £25,272 per annum (plus contributory pension)
MAG is currently undertaking a review of salaries for UK Contracted employees, with changes effective from 1 January 2023. The outcome of the review is expected to be confirmed and communicated in late November.
The successful candidate can choose to work from MAG’s Manchester office or to work from home within the UK, with attendance in the office as required. The anticipated level of office attendance is three days a week.
MAG saves lives and builds futures by working with others to reclaim land contaminated with the debris of conflict, to reduce the daily risk of death or injury for civilians, and to create safe and secure conditions for development. MAG shared the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize as a founding member of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines for our work to ban landmines. Our vision is a safe and secure future for men, women and children affected by armed violence and conflict.
The Philanthropy team at MAG aims to secure multi-year, multi-million philanthropic pledges from high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations, to bring about lasting change. We are looking for an exceptional Fundraising Officer to join this friendly and enthusiastic team to help increase philanthropic giving to MAG.
Working with the Head of Philanthropy, this exciting role will support the development of a robust pipeline of new supporters to maximise organisational impact whilst stewarding existing donors so that they continue to engage with, be inspired by and support MAG.
This is a really exciting role for anyone looking to break into the charity sector and do something good. If you have fundraising experience that would be great but the organisation are open to transferrable skills. We’re looking for a confident, flexible and ambitious individual who is articulate, persuasive and tenacious with an great ability to build relationships, organise and deliver events and liaise with a wide range of key stakeholders. You will have experience of carrying out research and a strong ability to meet deadlines and produce inspiring correspondence for a range of audiences.
It is an exciting and crucial time in the charity’s development and you will be part of a small team representing MAG to achieve agreed objectives, inspiring confidence in stakeholders and decision makers. You will be solution-focused, proactive and self-sufficient.
Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to background checks, please click here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available through the link below.
MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.
How to apply
For further information about this opportunity, as well as the application form, please download the candidate information pack, below:
MAG –Fundraising Officer (Philanthropy) Application Pack
Application is by submission of completed application form. This should be sent to humanresources@maginternational.orgby the closing date of Sunday, 6th November. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close early if sufficient suitable applications are received.
Due to the potential high volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within three weeks of applying, it means that your application has not been successful.
