Senior Individual Giving Officer

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Job description

BookTrust is the UK's largest children's reading charity. We know that children who read are happier, healthier, more empathetic, and more creative. They also do better at school.

Working with every local authority and across every region in the country, and supported by Arts Council funding, we reach over 1.3 million children and families a year via partners in schools, children's centres, health visitors and libraries. This incredible network helps us to get children reading across the country.

We are seeking a Senior Individual Giving Officer to lead effective campaigns that achieve our Individual Giving programme targets. As a key member of the Individual Giving team, the Senior Individual Giving Officer will be responsible for managing existing campaigns, testing new initiatives, and developing innovative fundraising products to generate income from both new and existing supporters. Using data-driven insights, they will refine and enhance supporter journeys to ensure the best possible experience.

The successful candidate will be an experienced individual giving fundraiser with a proven track record of delivering successful campaigns. With a creative approach, they will continually seek innovative ways to attract and engage donors. They will be comfortable using data and insights to inform decision-making and optimise campaign performance. Additionally, they will be an excellent communicator and a collaborative team player, able to work effectively across different teams.

To apply please complete the application along with a copy of your CV and covering letter. In the covering letter, please tell us how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role. Your covering letter should not be longer than two sides.

PLEASE NOTE: Applying as soon as possible is advised, as the vacancy may close early, due to the high volume of applicants.

Want to join us? Find out more about who we are by visiting our website.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity

We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: minority ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from underrepresented communities.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team (contact details can be found on our website) to discuss your requirements further.

BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to safeguarding therefore, the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, and pre-employment checks.

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