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Partnerships and Philanthropy Assistant

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Position: Partnerships and Philanthropy Assistant
Reporting to: Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy
Salary: £23,400 per annum plus £2,000 London weighting
Location: Flexible location but with the requirement to be in the Kennington office a minimum of two days per week 

Bowel Cancer UK is the UK's leading bowel cancer charity. We're determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care.

We're looking for a motivated team assistant to join our collaborative and dynamic Partnerships and Philanthropy fundraising team. Our perfect candidate will be a team-player, very organised, and have great attention to detail. In this job, you'll be an important coordinator for the team, making sure our systems and processes work seamlessly and that our amazing supporters feel valued and inspired at every step of their journey.

You'll also be supported to have hands-on fundraising experience including writing proposals to secure gifts from Trusts and Foundations and helping our corporate partners raise as much money as they can for our fantastic cause. It's a brand-new role, so you'll have the chance to really put your own stamp on it. You'll be instrumental in helping our team to reach our ambitious fundraising targets and ultimately improving the lives of everyone affected by bowel cancer.

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Closing date: Monday 26 June 2023, 9am
Interview date: w/c Monday 3 July 2023. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications so please submit your application early to avoid disappointment.

Please apply by sending your CV accompanied by a cover letter (no more than two A4 pages) to jobs@bowelcanceruk.org.uk. This email address can also be used for any queries or questions relating to the role.

Your cover letter should show your suitability for the role by answering the following questions:

  • Why are you applying for this role?
  • What are the greatest strengths that you'll bring to the role (skills, experience and personal qualities)?
  • What will be your biggest areas for training and development in order to do this role to an exceptional level over time?

 

Your support helps save lives. Donate now and help us ensure a future where nobody dies of bowel cancer.
Your support helps save lives. Donate now and help us ensure a future where nobody dies of bowel cancer.

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