Job Description
The 4 Day Week Foundation lead the UK's national campaign for a four-day working week. We are campaigning across the UK for a four-day, 32 hour working week with no loss of pay for workers.
With the four-day week now firmly on the agenda in the UK as a viable policy change to improve wellbeing and productivity, and with hundreds of companies and tens of thousands of workers already benefitting, the organisation is moving into the next phase of its four-day week rollout, building on the progress made so far.
This is an exciting full time role working four days per week (28 hours) leading one of the UK’s most prominent campaigns. You will be responsible for leading a small staff team, punching above its weight in terms of impact. You will be supported on organisational strategy by the Board of Directors.
Core Strategic Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the organisation’s day-to-day operations, ensuring effective delivery of agreed strategic objectives and campaigns, working closely with the Board of Directors on organisational priorities.
* Lead organisational fundraising strategy and income generation, including the development of funding opportunities and relationships with donors and partners.
* Act as the primary media spokesperson for the organisation, managing press engagement and representing the Foundation across broadcast, print and digital media.
* Represent the organisation as a spokesperson at public events, conferences, panel discussions and external engagements.
* Lead on external stakeholder engagement, building and maintaining strong relationships with partner organisations, supporters, campaign allies and other key stakeholders.
* Oversee the Foundation’s engagement with employers and the business community
Operational Management
* Line manage two – three staff
* Plan, chair, and facilitate weekly team meetings to support collaboration and organisational priorities.
* Conduct regular one-to-one meetings with staff and oversee six-monthly performance and development appraisals.
* Coordinate an Annual General Meeting (AGM), including the timely organisation of all related invitations, agendas and arrangements.
* Promote collaborative, inclusive and sustainable working practices consistent with the 4DWF’s values.
Administrative
* Oversee organisational finances and budgeting processes, ensuring effective financial planning and accountability.
* Responsibility for ensuring the general enquiries inbox is regularly monitored and that all enquiries are responded to promptly by the team.
* Attend quarterly Board meetings to update Directors on progress made towards delivery of strategic objectives and campaigns
Essential Requirements:
* Demonstrated expertise and experience in fundraising, ideally supported by a strong understanding of the UK funding landscape.