Location
London | United Kingdom
Job description
Qisetna are seeking 2 motivated Fundraisers to identify funding opportunities, submit grant applications, and secure high-value, multi-year funds. Exceptional writing, communication skills required. 6-month commitment.
What will you be doing?
The Fundraiser will:
- Conduct comprehensive research to identify potential funding sources from grant-making bodies, including trusts, foundations, corporations, and other organizations.
- Develop and implement an effective grant writing calendar aligned with our fundraising objectives.
- Evaluate potential grants to determine the likelihood of success and prioritize applications accordingly.
- Collaborate with the Operations and Fundraising Manager to approach funders, generate interest in our work, and assess alignment with funding priorities.
- Write compelling grant applications, ensuring all required documentation is included and submitted in a timely manner.
- Monitor the status of submitted applications and communicate with grant managers throughout the application process.
- Review and disseminate feedback received from grant applications to inform future proposals
- Handle other ad hoc tasks and assignments as required.
What are we looking
for?
- Proven experience in a fundraising role, with at least 3 years of experience.
- Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to create persuasive and compelling bids.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey our organization's passion and commitment.
- Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to work remotely and meet tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with the grant-making landscape and the ability to identify potential funding sources.
- Experience in securing high-value, multi-year funds through successful grant applications.
What difference will you make?
As the Fundraiser, you will play a vital role in supporting our dynamic organization and its mission of preserving the arts and heritage of the Syrian diaspora. Through your efforts, you will contribute to the transformation of beneficiaries' lives and help create an archive that serves as an outstanding research tool for the future. Your work will have a direct impact on community building and fostering resilience among displaced and fractured communities.
Before you apply
Apply via Reach Volunteering: Visit and create a profile. Search for 'Fundraiser' position. Attach your CV and brief introduction here. Contact us for any queries.
Causes
- Arts
- Children / families
- Local / community
- Mental health
- Museums / heritage
- Refugees / migrants
- Training / employment support
- Women
- Young people
Organisation type:
Small or unincorporated organisation
With stories from the narrow alleys of Old Damascus to the cotton fields of Deir Ezzor, Qisetna is at the frontier of Syrian arts and culture, a place where ordinary people write about their...
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