Face to Face Membership Area Manager - Northern Ireland
Reference: DEC20243075
Expiry date: 23:59, Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Location: Flexible within Northern Ireland
Benefits: Pension, Life Assurance and Annual Leave
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact and leading a team to achieve outstanding results for a cause that truly matters? If so, we want you to join the RSPB in our mission to conserve birds and nature.
As a Face-to-Face Fundraising Area Manager, you will lead the fundraising team in Northern Ireland. This is a hands-on role where you’ll work closely with your team to meet and exceed fundraising targets; leading, coaching and inspiring fundraisers to succeed.
* A salary of £29,200 - £31,347 per year
* The RSPB is a flexible employer with flexible hours available to suit your individual circumstances.
* Work vehicle: a company van will be provided to cover all work travel and associated expenses.
* Leave: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays. As a staff member, you are entitled to one extra day of paid leave each year to spend volunteering. This can be for any charity or voluntary organisation, not only the RSPB.
* Cycle to work Scheme and green loans.
* 24 hours assistance programme for employees and volunteers, free for you and your close family/dependants, providing support or advice around financial wellbeing, mental health, and physical health.
* Discount offers include 20% off many retail items in our RSPB shops and online shop, and savings on holiday bookings.
* Pension scheme - the RSPB will match contributions of up to 7%
Key Responsibilities:
* Leadership & Coaching: You'll be at the heart of recruitment, training, and developing Fundraisers, helping them meet and exceed their targets.
* Monitoring & Performance: Track key performance metrics such as membership volume, donation amount (AAC), Gift Aid, direct debits, and attrition rates. Conduct regular performance reviews and offer coaching.
* Logistics & Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of your team, ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, and uphold RSPB’s values of ethical fundraising.
* Travel: You will be expected to travel to different locations across Northern Ireland and occasionally across the UK. A full driving licence that is valid in the UK is required.
* Weekend work: You’ll be expected to work weekends to support the fundraisers on busy shifts to maximise membership opportunities.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
* A proven track record in face-to-face fundraising and team management.
* A self-motivated leader able to embed and lead a positive team culture.
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills and a strong understanding of ethical fundraising.
* Experience using leadership models such as root cause analysis and setting SMART work objectives.
* Familiarity with the RSPB cause and the ability to meet targets and deadlines.
* Experience working with flexibility and supporting others through change.
Why Work with us at The RSPB?
Make a Real Difference: Your fundraising efforts will directly contribute to protecting our fragile wildlife across the UK.
Join a Supportive Team: You will work in a culture that emphasizes collaboration and driving meaningful change.
Growth & Development: We are dedicated to fostering your professional growth with tailored training and guidance.
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: We recognize the value of flexibility and are open to discussing working hours that accommodate your personal needs.
This is a Permanent, Full-Time role for 37.5 hours per week.
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from w/c 27 January 2025. For further information please contact Roy.Langford@rspb.org.uk
This role will require completion of an Access NI in addition to the standard pre-employment checks.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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