Fundraising Apprentice

Summary

Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB) is one of the world's leading touring ballet companies. An apprenticeship role to work within the Development team which covers fundraising and events. We are looking for someone who has an interest in charity fundraising and events who is keen to build their skills and experiences in this sector.

Annual wage: £13,312 to £23,795.20 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday - 09.00 - 17.30, with potential evening and weekend work
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 28 January
Duration: 1 year 3 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

To deliver on all fundraising processes in a timely manner including ‘thanking’ and ‘banking’ and communicating with donors and supporters
This will include processing gifts on our CRM (Spektrix) system and creating and sending supporter communications of varying kinds
Support on reconciling monthly income (i.e. donations made via BACS and cheques)
Working with the Individual Giving team on building strong donor relationships and successful delivery of fundraising campaigns
Assisting in keeping supporter records up to date on our CRM (Spektrix) database, importing data as required, building and developing reports to aid data analysis
Supporting the Trusts and Foundation Managers with the preparation and submission of small Trust and Foundation grant applications (<£10,000) and associated monitoring systems
Support on ensuring compliance with the Charity Commission & Fundraising Regulator rules and regulations
Events Support

Where you’ll work

BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET

THORP STREET

BIRMINGHAM

B5 4AU

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

THE WEST MIDLANDS CREATIVE ALLIANCE LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

Business Administration Level 3 Standard.

Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You will finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience, money, and substantial opportunities for promotion.

Training is a blended learning delivery model: online learning, classroom sessions, work-based training, independent research, workplace projects, one-to-one support and training. Your training will include:

Information Technology
Record Document Production
Stakeholders and Stakeholder Management
Policies
Business Fundamentals
Planning and Organisation
Relevant Regulation
Processes
Effective Project Management
Managing Performance

For a full overview of the business administrator standard please click on the following link: https://creativealliance.org.uk/apprenticeships/business-administrator-level-3/

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade C/4)
Maths (grade C/4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Initiative

About this company

Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB) is one of the world's leading touring ballet companies. Our mission is to reach out and move people with great ballet and music. We create and perform work that is visionary, compelling and relevant and which can have a profound social impact. We want to inspire, engage, entertain and educate audiences worldwide and are committed to reaching the widest possible audience regardless of age or social status.

https://www.brb.org.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

We’re looking for someone who is keen to learn, is flexible and has a passion for people, connecting and communicating. We hope you would be interested to learn about fundraising and charity management and should enjoy working as part of a team to deliver fundraising goals. In return, we hope the 18-month Development Apprenticeship will provide a springboard into your future career.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE WEST MIDLANDS CREATIVE ALLIANCE LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000288837.

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Closes in 12 days (Friday 6 December)

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