JOB DESCRIPTION REGIONAL FUNDRAISING ASSISTANT FOR MIDLANDS Responsible to: Midlands Fundraiser Full time Salary - 10,500

- 13,500 per annum (Reviewed after initial 3 months)

Purpose of the Post The Fundraising Assistant will assist in all fundraising activities in accordance with HRF Midlands fundraising strategy. They will be responsible for assisting and leading in the coordination of fundraising campaigns and activities and ensuring the use of volunteers in order to support fundraising activities. Main Responsibilities Campaigns and Fundraising To assist in campaigns and fundraising activities at the local level. To establish and maintain contacts with donors, volunteers, local community leaders, mosques & external organisations. To assist in raising funds and awareness within the Midlands through contact with schools, mosques, businesses, community groups and the general public at large. To investigate and implement new ways of increasing funds by using initiative To identify and research local market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Events To assist in the co-ordination and implementation of Midlands fundraising events when required. To organise and co-ordinate fundraising and promotional events To attend, promote & raise funds for Human Relief Foundation at any event organised by other organisations when needed. Plans To identify and research local donor market - strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. To assist in the development, revision and implementation of the Midlands fundraising plan and adapt it to change in circumstances. To create and implement campaign plans with Midlands Fundraiser and department. To co-ordinate plans with other key personnel and volunteers.

Volunteer Network To ensure a maximum number of volunteers are recruited to support Human Relief Foundation activities. To ensure all volunteers working on Human Relief Foundation premises are properly registered and have completed the appropriate forms. To maintain and update a volunteer database for the Midlands. Train and induct volunteers into HRF activities. To co-ordinate and supervise volunteer activities. To service the needs of volunteers both professionally and socially. Administration To ensure the maintenance of an organised and accessible filing and documentation system. To ensure day to day running of regional office. To fulfil all obligations with regard to the taking of donations. Meetings & Communication To participate in meetings associated with the work above To ensure that decisions from any meetings or discussions are actioned. To respond to enquiries. To liaise with and make recommendations to management as required. To communicate with external organisations including local authorities, mosques, etc. To liaise with relevant departments and staff. Development Scope for role to turn into Fundraising Officer role

Other To implement, monitor and review the Fundraising budget in the local region To ensure the regional office is safe and secure at all times in line with security procedures at HRF. Any other duties commensurate with the accountabilities of the post

To apply for this role please send your CV and covering letter to n.tasadiq@hrf.co.uk If you would like to discuss this role via telephone conversation please contact Nazim Tasadiq (Midlands Fundraiser) on 07746208486