IntroductionWe are delighted you are considering applying for a role at Spark2Life.We are a small, dedicated team who work with young people, families,professionals, volunteers, and partners to deliver a wide range of programmeswhich align with our mission.  We are looking for an enthusiastic person to joinour team; someone committed to reduce violence affecting young people andwho wants to work with likeminded people to make a difference. This job packcontains important information about the organisation, and the specific roleyou will be applying for. Please read it carefully. To request this information in other formats, or if you have any queries,please contact recruitment@spark2life.co.ukAbout Spark2LifeSpark2Life is a community inspired charity. We have been runningprogrammes since 2006 and we support young people in London and Kent.Our mission: Spark2Life exists to Prevent Harm & Promote Life.We work to reduce the risk of children & young adults entering the cycles ofoffending.We empower people through holistic therapeutic support to overcomeadversity and promote wellbeing.We advocate for equitable systems across the communities we serve.How we work: We work in schools and the community providing a wrap-around type of support to young people who are impacted by violence andcriminal exploitation. We support the families of young people to promotehealthy family relations, whilst also training professionals in the sector tostrengthen the support young people receive. Our programmes include:Mentoring; Casework; Detached work; Advocacy; Counselling; Awareness;Training.Job PackAll you need to knowabout working atSpark2Life“Every role at Spark2Life is critical toour mission to keep young people safefrom harm and violence. Spark2Life isan inclusive employer and keen toattract diverse talent.”Dez Brown - CEO & Founder of Spark2LifeHopeThrough workingtogether we aim topresent SMART goals sothose we support canreach and achieve whatthey do not have, butneed, to become theirbest selves.TransformationOffer new perspectivesof thinking thatinfluences a person’sbehaviour.LoveTo offer unconditionalpositive regard and toshow the outworking ofour love through acts ofservice especially forthose deemed lessdeserving due to theiroffending history.JusticeA wholistic personcentred approach tojustice. People may bedually convicted, butwe need to make surethey are not un-fairlytreated and sentenced.IntegrityOur action must matchour words and we mustspeak from a place oftruth and honestyseasoned with love andcompassion.ForgivenessForgiveness can be hardto give and at timesreceive but carries somuch power that whenprocessed can lead totrue freedom. If we wantto receive forgiveness,we must learn to offerforgiveness.WellbeingLooking after oneself isimportant and rest is anecessity. Self-awareness and findinga healthy life rhythm iskey to physical,emotional, and mentalwell-being. We seek tofoster an environmentthat is supportive,accountable, andhonest with ourselvesand one another. Wecan only give out ofwhat we have.AdvocacyWe are committed tospeaking up andstanding up for thosewe represent andadvocate for and with.We are passionatewhen it comes tofighting for racial andsocial justice to addressissues of inequality andequity.Our valuesBusiness DevelopmentDirectorSalary:£45,000 - £55,000 per annum depending onexperienceAnnual leave:25 days a year plus England Bank HolidaysHours:Full-time (37.5k hrs/week)Location:Spark2Life Head Office, London - office basedDuration:Permanent (following 6 month probationary period)Reports to:Managing Director or CEOAbout the roleReporting to the CEO, you will hold primary responsibility for all areas of incomegeneration. This includes reviewing and delivering Spark2Life’s businessdevelopment strategy, with a focus on securing funds from corporates, trustsand foundations, and local, regional and national funding bodies, includinggovernment departments, local authorities, community groups and individualdonors.As a member of the senior management team, you will also oversee all ofSpark2Life’s evaluations and the associated evaluation framework, workingclosely with our external evaluator. In addition, you will manage allcommunications activity — including the website, social media and pressengagement — through the line management of Spark2Life’s CommunicationsOfficer. This oversight ensures that our strategy is well coordinated and that allreporting requirements are fully met.You will be an experienced leader with a strong track record in contract,performance and people management. You will bring analytical andinnovative thinking, as well as a collaborative and strategic approach to yourwork. Working alongside the Managing Director and Finance Manager as partof the Senior Management Team (SMT), you will contribute to the strategicoversight and development of the charity in support of the CEO. You will alsoplay an active role in Board meetings by providing reports on your areas ofresponsibility to inform decision-making.Job DescriptionDuties & Key Responsibilities Service Delivery and ManagementTo work closely with the Executive team, contracted bid writer and seniormanagement team to identify a range of fundraising opportunities.To refine and update the organisation’s business development strategy tosupport the short, medium, and long-term sustainability of the charity.To achieve agreed income targets from a broad portfolio of fundraisingstreams, including corporate support, individual donors, trusts andfoundations and community fundraising.To prepare high quality and suitability costed applications for bids, grantsand tenders.To ensure that funding applications are underpinned with up-to-dateresearch, data and other relevant materials including needs assessmentsand evaluations.To monitor and forecast fundraising income and performance, on a regularbasis and taking remedial action when necessary.To ensure all community supporters are given the highest level of customercare and that all enquiries and requests for support are responded toquickly and effectively.To raise awareness of the organisation through Impact reports, events,high-profile collaborative projects, local networking, and utilising localmedia channels to achieve press and PR targets in partnership with theCommunications Officer and the Managing Director.Represent the organisation at relevant networking events and meetingswith potential donors, commissioners and contractors.Uphold the principles and policies of the organisationLine Management and team developmentDemonstrate to staff that they are valued by Spark2Life, foster good workingrelationships within the team, and build a fair and open managementculture.Line manage Communications Officer and contracted evaluator and bidwriters, facilitate and/or liaise with other relevant contracted employees asrequired.This includes performance management and review for paid staff andregular checks and meetings with contracted employees you areresponsible for.When asked - contribute to the strategic development of the organisationin all things funding related.Work as part of a wider team and at times work outside usual job duties tomeet organisational objectives.CommunicationsTo oversee the effective development and delivery of our communicationsstrategy:All external stakeholder engagement, including, but not limited to, socialmedia platforms, website, newsletters, publications and events.Press and media enquiries.Ensuring the voices of our clients are amplified and the work of our projectsis highlighted through our communications activity.Crisis or responsive communications activity relating to unforeseen eventsor campaigning requests.Direct line management of the Communications Officer.General ResponsibilitiesBe flexible and carry out other associated duties as may arise, develop orbe assigned in line with the broad remit of the position.Maintain and improve competencies through continuous professionaldevelopment.Abide by all organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.Support and promote inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity in theworkplace.Treat with confidentiality any sensitive information that is personal, privateor about individual organisations and or clients or staff and project data.Represent Spark2Life on a range of issues and in a range of situations whichinvolves dealing with people at all levels.Person Specification/ Key CompetenciesExperienceExperience working in a charity as a fundraiser and/ or a bid writer for aminimum of three yearsExperience of developing strategies and impact reports to encourage newor increased donationsExtensive experience of building successful internal and externalrelationshipsEvidence of achieving major grants and bids from trusts and foundationsExperience of working with fundraising databases to extract meaningfulinformation for strategy development, donor cultivation and reportingDemonstrable experience of staff management and work planningExperience of financial budgeting and reportingHighly organised with the ability to manage a large programme of workand projects successfullyAbility to manage a complex workload and meet conflicting deadlinesCreative, and can generate new and innovative ways to fundraiseVery strong writing skills in English and ability to produce high qualityimpactful contentAbility to get results in a resource-constrained environmentMeticulous attention to detail and accuracyPositive, resilient and supportiveSkills and AbilitiesEffective communication skills both verbally and in writing with people ofmany different backgrounds and within a range of settingsA confident and articulate individual able to communicate effectively withyoung people, their friends and family members, other workers andmembers of the wider community.Clear and precise writing skills; including evidence of producing reports.IT skills at a level that supports report writing, email, internet and databaseuse.Ability to problem-solve difficult situations and deal with them calmly andeffectivelySelf-motivated with confidence to work alone but can also work co-operatively and flexibly as part of a team.Meticulous case recording including accurate note taking and ability tosummarise information to identify key themesCan maintain professional boundaries and confidential working practicesAdopt a solution-focused approach and make decisions under pressureConfident and competent in managing/leading people, overseeing theirwork and managing several project deadlines, outputs and outcomes.Education/Training/Qualifications DesirableA qualification is not as important to us as relevant experience and practicalabilities to relate to our organisational purpose. Evidence of recent continuingprofessional development in a professional area relevant to the post will berequired.Educated to degree level or equivalentKnowledge of the Criminal Justice SectorKnowledge of Spark2LifeCommitment to racial and social justicePersonal Attributes & Other RequirementsCommitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities andan ability to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of workespecially where contextually relevant.Undertake training as required.Commitment to the core values and ethos of Spark2Life which is based onChristian PrinciplesTravel across London if required to appointments.Interested and motivated to further own skills and knowledgeAt Spark2Life we want people to grow and succeedAlongside our values, we expect everyone to display the behaviours needed tocontribute to our vision and purpose. In return we seek to offer an inclusive,rewarding, and collaborative environment and several benefits. Stay and grow 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays per yearAnnual performance review with development plans Manage your attendance, expenses and development via easy to useonline Bright HR system and appDiscounts for services and products via Bright HR systemFree access to counsellingAccess to Employee Assistance ProgrammeTeam building sessions throughout the yearBeing part of the teamInterview ProcessDeadline for applications:Interviews will be held on a rolling basis as suitable applications are received.We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.Interviews to be held on:Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the vacancy will remainopen until a suitable candidate is appointed. Interviews will be arranged asapplications are received.Equal opportunities matter Spark2Life  is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyoneregardless of their background.  If you would like to discuss your application, or have any queries about ourwork, please contact recruitment@spark2life.co.ukHow to applyTo apply for this post, please complete an application form Spark2Life Safeguarding Policy