Development Manager Recruitment Pack

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1 Development Manager Recruitment Pack Goodwill and Growth for Africa UK (GAGA UK) This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of African children and communities devastated by HIV/AIDS and poverty, whilst having the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills within charity management, fundraising, project management and relationship development. Our new Development Manager must be looking for a challenging and rewarding position with plenty of autonomy, working with a small team of committed Trustees, to deliver GAGA s mission. There will be opportunities to travel to South Africa and scope to be proactive in developing new ways to achieve our fundraising and other goals. The ideal candidate for this position will be a competent organiser and administrator, ideally with some experience of international development, fundraising or of the charity sector, who is motivated by our mission and keen to develop a small charity which consistently punches above its weight! (Registered Charity Number ) Location: Position type: Salary: Holiday Stratford upon Avon OR City of London (including UK travel) with potential travel to South Africa twice a year for 2-3, weeks each trip (expenses covered). Full time with potential for part-time pro-rata hours (negotiable) 20,000-21,000 depending on experience (plus minimum pension contributions into NEST) 30 days per annum pro rata plus all UK Bank Holidays and Christmas Eve pro rata Our Mission is: To generate growth for African children and communities devastated by HIV/AIDS and poverty, through the goodwill of people in the UK and elsewhere. Our Objectives are: (I) To relieve poverty and sickness in South Africa and elsewhere in particular by providing relief to orphans and their carers.

2 (II) (III) To advance education, training, personal development and employment including self-employment, partnerships and co-operatives of children and/or their carers in South Africa and elsewhere. To preserve and protect health of children and their carers in South Africa and elsewhere. Our main activities are to raise and distribute funds to partner projects in South Africa and elsewhere, namely in Tanzania, and also any other African country and project, which the board of trustees deems worthy. We continue to focus on health care and education, and in particular on areas affected by HIV/AIDS and poverty. A large proportion of our funds are distributed to the running of the clinic at 1000 Hills Community Helpers. Regarding education, we have a broader spectrum, supporting one low-primary school on an ongoing basis in South Africa, as well as other schools or (mainly pre or primary) educational projects in South Africa and Tanzania. We have continued to further the skills of the teachers we are working with, and are continuing to help eleven students to further their education at university or college. Our staff, trustees and volunteers continue to fundraise in the UK and our regular donors continue to help us deliver our objectives as listed above. We continue to be supported by our regular donors, as well as major donors and with funds also being raised through community events. Reporting lines Job Description Development Manager GAGA UK The post-holder reports to: The Board of Trustees, led by the Chairman Reporting to this post: Volunteers Budget responsibility: GAGA UK s budget is circa 110,000 per annum. The purpose of the role is: To run the day-to-day operations in the UK office and manage the charitable and fundraising activities of GAGA UK. Provide GAGA UK with leadership and management to ensure that it meets the evolving needs of its donors, its African partners and beneficiaries. Key Objectives of the post holder: 1. To work with GAGA UK partner organisations and trustees to ensure that GAGA UK s money is having the greatest possible positive impact on the lives of the beneficiaries we support. 2. To carry out duties required in order to maintain existing income levels, ensuring that adequate funding is available for our existing commitments. This will include fundraising, donor care and communications, relationship development within the community and business sector, managing volunteers and more. 3. To ensure trustees receive appropriate advice and information on all relevant matters to enable it to meet the charity s objectives and to fulfil its governance and legal obligations, and to ensure that GAGA UK complies with their decisions and direction. 4. To represent and promote GAGA UK with its donors and potential donors, partners and beneficiaries in Southern Africa, and with other relevant organisations.

3 5. To be responsible for all the day-to-day bookkeeping, financial administration and charity administration of GAGA UK. (Training will be provided if necessary to the ideal candidate) Job Functions and Responsibilities: The post holder must be willing to carry out the following job functions as well as any other responsibilities which occur and are required for the development of the charity (as agreed with trustees). 1. Fundraising Maintain and nurture strong relationships with monthly donors and other existing donors, through various communication streams. Create stronger ties with major and business donors. Submit relevant reports on time, to all necessary donors. Run and organise local events such as quiz nights or Christmas concerts. Be responsible for the fundraising strategy in relation to events and the surrounding community including: schools, universities, local business and individual donors - including developing new ideas to raise funds. Design and undertake talks and presentations to local interested groups, WI s, churches and community organisations. Annually review a fundraising strategy to ensure we meet annual income goals, with support of trustees. 2. Strategic Planning and Management With relevant trustees, lead the process of strategic and operational planning. Deliver in accordance with the annual work plan which is agreed between the Development Manager and Board of Trustees. Support our partners strategic planning and ensure their plans for the programmes feed into GAGA UK own plans. Provide guidance and recommendations to trustees on the future development of the trust. 3. Programme Management and Development Maintain good working relationships with partners in Southern Africa, ensuring regular communication and that any agreements for programme actions (as discussed with partners and trustees) are worked towards and met. Ensure the management and performance of the programmes within agreed financial parameters. Work with partner projects and beneficiaries to maintain and develop monitoring and evaluation of project grants. Ensure that partners undertake routine monitoring and reporting and that they are able to show demonstrable impact. Undertake at least one monitoring visit to South Africa per year, at the board s discretion, to assess progress and monitor programme and partner organisation development. Keep informed of industry news including in the UK charity sector and best practice in the fields of education, HIV/AIDS and development. 4. Governance Attend and provide documentation for trustee meetings, usually 4 times a year, including conference calls. Maintain contact and update the trustees on income and expenditure, fundraising activities and programme activities. Represent and develop good relationships with donors, official authorities and other agencies in the UK, Southern Africa and elsewhere, through relevant networks and contacts.

4 Continue to maintain relevant safeguarding Policies. With nominated GAGA UK trustees, ensure GAGA conforms to all relevant charity law requirements and other good practice guidelines. 5. Financial and administrative management Work with the accounting software to ensure that budgets are kept and that all finances are managed. This will include monthly book-keeping and annual return submission. Manage GAGA UK investments and ensure the charity continues to receive the maximum benefit from the deposits. Ensure timely transactions are made to ensure the best exchange rates are achieved. Process donations and gift aid, and maintain and improve the supporter database and all other financial administration. Prepare the annual return and accounts in line with the qualified examiner and the accounting software. Other office management and administration duties to ensure effective running of the charity may include payment of bills; liaising with accountant, payroll provider and other services when necessary; maintaining relationship with landlord; liaising with donors via post and other means and more. Oversee the production of relevant literature and information on GAGA UK -including the website, the Annual Report, regular newsletters, social media and other publicity outlets. Work with GAGA UK volunteers, Ambassadors, trustees and supporters, to support all fundraising efforts undertaken. Prepare applications and funding proposals to appropriate Trusts & Foundations and Major Donors in the UK and elsewhere. 6. Personnel management Give regular supervision to South Africa co-ordinator. Manage volunteers effectively, delegating where appropriate. Take overall responsibility for recruiting new volunteers when necessary. Person Profile To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate: Essential Education A general education to include three passes at A Level, or an equivalent educational qualification, or relevant experience Experience Previous work experience within the charity sector Experience of fundraising Experience of community fundraising including the organisation or assistance of events and working with other volunteers Nice to have Education A good degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (preferably humanities, economics, politics, sociology) Job related qualifications or certificates. i.e. fundraising course. Experience Experience of working in southern Africa or in a related developing country context. Knowledge and experience in working with partners in developing countries.

5 Experience of working in a small team or independently Good people management skills and financial management skills Knowledge and Skills Strong written and verbal communication skills A strong and natural leader and proven leadership skills - drive, tenacity, decisionmaking, delegation, taking charge where appropriate. Strong prioritisation, time-management and problem-solving skills. Computer literacy (Microsoft) word processing, spreadsheet, database, , social media and internet. A mature understanding of relevant issues. Analytical skills and the ability to think strategically Ability to work with others to develop a vision and strategy, and to communicate this to and influence a wider audience. Personal Qualities Be responsible and trustworthy The willingness to carry out a variety of tasks and responsibilities for the benefit of the charity Flexible, confident and able to fit in with a small team and work autonomously, and use initiative to manage own schedule. Dynamic and creative thinker who can take ideas forward. Willingness to be pragmatic and do what is necessary to see a task through to completion. Able to work with people from different backgrounds in an open-minded manner. Good listener and communicator Self-starter, able to work independently on many different subjects simultaneously. Experience in programme management ideally within child and community focused programmes in an international context. Experience in managing volunteers. Experience of working with and developing relationships with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds An understanding of strategic management and the development of strategic plans Proven experience of the programme management cycle particularly monitoring and evaluation, as well as managing budgets, staff and funding Knowledge and experience of programme identification, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Experience of working in a similarly diverse role for a small charity. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of the operation of a charity in the UK. Knowledge of the charity commission and SORP requirements for NGOs. Knowledge of HIV issues as well as wider issues of poverty within an international context. Public speaking skills. Knowledge of the operation of an NGO Southern Africa. Website management

6 Other Willing to understand GAGA UK background, and its ethos both on a personal and a professional level. Tactful and diplomatic. A passion and interest for working in international development, and with knowledge and interest in issues such as health and education within this context. Ability and willingness to travel overseas (not generally for more than six weeks in one year) Access to a car to travel to and from work (and a clean driving licence). Willingness to work evening and weekends when required Eligibility to work in the UK. HOW TO APPLY If you want to work for a small charity with a big impact in Southern Africa we would like to hear from you. To apply send a copy of your CV (maximum 2 pages) and a supporting statement that describes your suitability to this role (maximum 2 pages) to: sarah@gaga-uk.org with DEVELOPMENT MANAGER APPLICATION in the subject box. If you would like to contact us to discuss the role further or if you have any questions prior to submitting your application you may speak to Sarah on or sarah@gagauk.org The closing date for applications is 9th November 2018 (before 5pm), however should we find a suitable candidate before the closing date we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Ideally candidates should be available for interviews on 19 th or 20 th November.