Head of Development
£32,000 per annum, 3% cost of living increase per year subject to funding. Plus 38 days annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays.
37 hours per week
Are you passionate and determined to shape support services making a difference to the lives of children, young people and families?
We require a dynamic, engaging and driven Head of Development who is a passionate advocate for the charity and who can engage with a variety of stakeholders to maximise the positive impact the charity has on the lives of children, young people and families.
The Head of Development works within the Core Services Team and is line managed by the Deputy Chief Executive. You will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Operational Management Team which are valuable sources of support. Working alongside the Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive you will lead on generating income from grants, trusts and contracts to enable the vital work we do.
You will establish and maintain highly effective relationships with funders, commissioners and other key stakeholders as well as being responsible for planning and achieving income generation targets.
You will be creative, organised, thorough and determined in supporting the organisation to achieve its Mission.
Homeworking, office working or a blend of both is negotiable, regular travel to The Junction’s head office in Redcar is expected as is a willingness and ability to meet deadlines which may require weekend of evening working from time to time.
Observations of The Junction’s support services are encouraged to gauge a true understanding of the impact of your work, support services operate between the core hours of 7:30am-8pm Monday to Saturday.
Our vision, mission and values
Our vision is a world where no child, young person or family is left to struggle. We want a world where there is always someone to talk to.
Our mission is to empower children, young people and their families to embrace life with confidence, facing life’s challenges in a positive way.
Our values
We listen. We’ll never tell anyone what we think they need. We let them shape their own support which empowers them towards a healthier, happier life.
We genuinely care. Our team is deeply passionate about changing people’s lives. Their expertise is second to none, showing empathy towards each individual’s situation.
We don’t judge. We never judge anybody. People are free to express themselves as they wish.
We empower. We go on adventures, push children and young people out their comfort zone and tackle issues head on. We show them their potential and believe they can accomplish anything they want to.
Please email recruitment@thejunctionfoundation.com to request an application pack.
Closing date: Noon on Monday 15th March 2021
Interviews: Thursday 25th March 2021
The Junction is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant checks deemed appropriate.
Contact
The Junction Foundation
01642 756000
recruitment@thejunctionfoundation.com
The closing date for this job is 15 March 2021 - 12:00pm.