The Diana Award was founded as a legacy to Diana, Princess of Wales belief that young people have the

power to change the world for the better. Since 1999, the Diana Award has recognised 39,000 young people who have made a positive difference to their community. By shining the spotlight on these young people with the Diana Award, it establishes them as role models to other young people. But receiving a Diana Award is only the beginning. Through the Diana Network, our Anti-bullying and Mentoring Programmes, we engage, encourage and motivate young people to keep up the good work! Trust Fundraiser, 6months contract Up to 10K London (full time role; although part time will be considered) This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, inclusive and unbureaucratic organisation in an exciting time of growth, working closely with staff, trustees and Award Holders to maximise income generation for the organisation. With a strong focus on communication and writing skills, the role will focus on creating inspiring and innovative proposals, identifying funding opportunities, building relationships with decision makers and submitting applications to secure new income from trusts, foundations, the lottery and other funders. You will then manage the monitoring requirements, continued donor care, maintain and develop individual relationships with donors. You would need to be energetic, proactive and able to juggle a number of projects simultaneously and work well within a team. Youll also be an excellent communicator with outstanding writing skills. If you are a Trust Fundraiser looking for a new challenge or an experienced writer looking to move into the charity sector, this could be the role for you. The application pack is enclosed, however for more information; please contact Katie Marple by email at katie.marple@diana-award.org.uk or by phone on 0207 921 4577. For more information, please visit www.diana-award.org.uk. Application closes at 5pm on Friday 10th May. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place on Wednesday 22nd May 2013.

Introduction The Diana Award was founded as a legacy to Diana, Princess of Wales belief that young people have the power to change the world for the better. Since 1999, the Diana Award has recognised 39,000 young people who have made a positive difference to their community. By shining the spotlight on these young people with the Diana Award, it establishes them as role models to other young people. But receiving a Diana Award is only the beginning. Through the Diana Network, our Anti-bullying and Mentoring Programmes, we engage, encourage and motivate young people to keep up the good work! Establishment: Based at Head Office in the Oasis Centre, 75 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7HS Employment Type: 6months Contract Salary: up to 10,000 (subject to experience) regular reviews Hours of Work: 37 Hrs per week. Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with lunch break on a fulltime basis. Part time basis will also be considered for the ideal candidate. Application closes at 5pm on Friday 10th May. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place on Wednesday 22nd May 2013.

Job Description and Person Specification Post Title: Trust Fundraiser 6 months Contract Only Department Objectives: To maximise income generation for the Diana Award through fundraising from a diverse range of income sources including Statutory Bodies, Trusts and Foundations, local authorities, Individual Donors and Event and Community Fundraising activities. Specific Role: To maximise income generation and meet income generation targets through trust fundraising from grant making trusts and foundations. The fundraising target for the Trust Fundraising Coordinator is: 100,000 Line Manager: Executive Director ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Key Responsibilities: This list is not intended to be exhaustive but is a guide to the duties to be undertaken Detailed research of grant and contract funding opportunities using a range of online resources and publications. Identify the organisations funding needs and write compelling application templates that will be used to persuade trusts to support these. Implement the existing trust work planner by submitting bids to those trusts already known to the Diana Award, and undertake extensive research to identify new trust prospects.

Prepare and submit high quality grant funding bids, including: 1. Adapting templates so as to create bespoke applications for support in line with the requirements of potential funder according to their published guidelines 2. Compiling relevant documentation including annual report and accounts 3. Completing online/offline application forms as appropriate. Work with the finance team to develop appropriate and accurate project budgets in line with full cost recovery principles. Initiate, establish and proactively manage relationships with grantmakers who are likely to fund the organisation. Organise cultivation events for grantmakers to introduce the work of the Diana Award to them. Report on progress against targets (number of bids submitted and total income raised) Work with project leaders to help them identify their immediate and longer-term funding needs. Maintain accurate records of all activities and ensure that they integrate with the whole fundraising function Develop and maintain good relations with staff Maintain high level of professionalism in all undertaking Interest in young people, their views and profile in public life Commitment to the values and purpose of the Diana Award

Person Specification: Essential Requirements Experience: A successful track record of experience in the following areas is essential: Achieving major grant funding from trusts and foundations or similar Undertaking high quality research to efficiently identify grant and contract funding opportunities Working to meet deadlines Report and bid writing Building effective working relationships at all levels Skills, Knowledge and Special Aptitudes: A knowledge and understanding of trust funding principles A team player with a confident manner and a professional, flexible, positive and studious approach to the work Ability to take ownership of, and reflect our ethos in their behaviour; including high professional standards and effectiveness in working with colleagues to achieve the best possible Outstanding written and verbal communication skills Exceptional organisational skills and Research skills Ability to work with figures and use spreadsheets; also to understand and interpret complex and financial data Ability to work to multiple deadlines The ability to work with minimum supervision. High level computer literacy, for word processing, emailing, DTP, record keeping, developing budgets and web-based research A high standard of written English with an ability to produce concise and persuasive prose A good telephone manner Close attention to detail Self-servicing in admin

Personal Qualities: A can do attitude Motivated Determined to succeed Enthusiastic Willing to learn Desirable Qualities: Understanding of financial reporting standards in the voluntary sector as well as differing legal structures A detailed understanding of the wider funding environment and changing trends in the voluntary sector Relevant professional qualifications or memberships The post holder will be expected to engage in and undertake with enthusiasm all opportunities for his / her own training and professional development in order to achieve additional skills as this role develops.

Applicants should use additional sheets where there is insufficient space, quoting Job Reference on each additional page.

Position Applied For: Trust Fundraiser

1. Education, training and personal development

Job Ref: DA2013

Please list the educational establishments you have attended, giving details of the start and finish date of your attendance, the name of the establishment, any qualifications you have obtained, the grade awarded (if appropriate) and the date of the award. Please start with the most recent and go back to your secondary school. Date Started Date Finished Name of Establishment Qualification(s) Obtained Grade Date

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Please describe an example of when you have exceeded expectations in your working life.

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Referees Please give the names of the two referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer. If selected, we will require references that are satisfactory to us from these referees. Name: Job Title: Address: Name: Job Title: Address:

Tel No: Email: Please indicate how known: Personal Employer Please do not contact prior to interview 4. Professional Registration

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If the position you have applied for requires the applicant to be registered with a professional body, please state the body you are registered with and your registration number or reference. Professional Body: __________________________ Registration ID: ______________ I declare that i have answered the above questions honestly and fully. I realise that, if appointed, any false or incomplete statement on my part may result in termination of my contract. Signature: ________________________________ Date: ______________________ Please return this form to: Katie Marple, Diana Award, The Oasis Centre, 75 Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7HS.

Personal Details Form This sheet is separated by the personnel department prior to the short-listing procedure. Please ensure that you complete all sections. Data Protection: Applicants completing this form will be giving consent for their personal data to be stored in computer systems. This data is held solely for the purposes of recruitment and monitoring equal opportunities. Only the successful candidates details will be retained, all other data will be destroyed six months after the completion of the recruitment process.

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2. Do you have a disability or illness that we might need to take into account during our selection procedure (for example if you have a difficulty with stairs, or your vision or hearing is impaired?) Yes No 3. Number of days off sick in the last two years? _________________ 4. Have you been convicted of any criminal offences including spent convictions? Yes 5. If yes please give details including the nature of the offence and sentence imposed:______________________________________________ 6. Are you able to provide proof of your right to work in the UK? Yes No No

7. Please indicate how you heard of this post, be as detailed as possible. ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Signature _____________________________ Date _______________________ Please enclose this sheet with the main application form.

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form Information for the applicant: The Diana Award seeks to employ people only on the basis of their competence to undertake the role for which they have applied. We try to ensure out selection processes are not influenced by a candidates age, gender, marital status, religion or ethnicity. Further, we seek not to discriminate against people with disabilities. Your completed form will be opened and retained by the Personnel Department and used for statistical purposes only to enable us to monitor adherence to our equal opportunities policy. Please do not enter any personal details on this form. 1. How would you describe your ethnic origin: Afro-Caribbean White British African Indian Pakistani Other or Mixed Descent 2. You are: Male 3. Your age is: 16-25 Female 26-40 41-55 56-65 66+ Other European Middle Eastern Far Eastern

4. Marital Status : (Please state): ____________________________ 5. Religion : (Please state): _____________________________ No No

6. Are you registered disabled? Yes

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If you have answered Yes to questions 6 and/or 7 please state the nature of your disability: _________________________________________________________________________ Please enclose this sheet with the main application form.

STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF YOUR APPLICATION Please read the person specification and Job description provided before completing this section. This page must be completed CVs are not acceptable. It is essential that you demonstrate in this section how you meet the Person Specification, including any additional information that you might want to provide that demonstrates how you meet the skills and abilities required for this role. You may if you wish attach a maximum of three continuation sheets.